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Iranian hip-hop artist Yas performing at Islam & Virtual World event (video)

Posted on January 30, 2009 by

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the event "Understanding Islam through Virtual Worlds" at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs with about 50 other people.  The gathering featured Rita King and Joshua Fouts discussing their project to research how Muslims have been using virtual worlds, particularly Second Life, as a medium to…

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Dancing alone, dancing in community

Posted on January 25, 2009February 16, 2019 by

Several people at Quaker Meeting today wanted me to share this message I spoke at Meeting for Worship this morning.  So here’s the gist of it: Last night I attended two dances. I ended the evening at a soul party in Fort Greene. There was a certain kind of joy in the room, with a …

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“Continuing the Dream of Dr. King” with spoken word, drum, and hip-hop violin

Posted on January 21, 2009 by

I have gotten around to uploading some more video from the past couple of days in DC for the presidential inauguration festivities.  One of the coolest events I attended was a multi-arts celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King at the National Cathedral called "Continuing the Dream." About 1,000 people gathered for a series of spirited…

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Martin Luther King Day in DC: A day of inspiration and anticipation

Posted on January 19, 2009 by

I had a remarkable day in Washington DC for Martin Luther King Jr Day.  It started out with a wonderful series of performances at the National Cathedral to celebrate Dr King, including spoken word, drumming, a choir, hip hop violin playing and more. So inspiring and fun.  The National Cathedral has always been one of…

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DC Quakers offer inauguration day rest area : come in from the cold!

Posted on January 17, 2009 by

For those of you coming to Washington DC for the presidential inauguration this Tuesday, I'm sure you are wondering how you are going to keep warm and take a break during the chilly festivities.  The local Quakers in DC have thought of this too, and are generously opening their doors to anyone that day who…

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“Pray for Me, You Wrote” (poem)

Posted on January 10, 2009 by

Another old poem of mine has been springing to my mind, as of late. From one of my doubting, wandering phases, called "Pray for Me, You Wrote." [CC-licensed image by Steven Fernandez] Pray for Me, You Wrote Pray for me, you wroteUnawareOf my broken beads and lipsThat now only spit and chewSchmooze and curse

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Chosen One (a poem)

Posted on January 9, 2009 by

Thinking about nontheist Quakers has brought to mind some of my older writings during my spiritual meanderings over the years.  Here's a poem I wrote in 1997 called "Chosen One" that questions the belief in an interventionist, personal god. In a related now, it's nice to see my piece on Quathiests was republished on the…

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New study on Islam and virtual worlds releasing findings on January 29 in NYC

Posted on January 6, 2009 by

Speaking of Islam and virtual worlds, it looks like Joshua Fouts and Rita King of Dancing Ink Productions will be unveiling the findings of their study on "Understanding Islam through Virtual Worlds" on January 29 in New York City, and then again in Second Life on January 30.  Here's the info on the NYC event:…

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First look at Muxlim Pal virtual world: shop, chat and pray

Posted on January 5, 2009 by

After registering almost a month ago, I finally was able to log into the new "Muxlim Pal" virtual world.  As you will recall, the owners of Muxlim had restricted access to the new virtual world due to griefer attacks that started after the BBC published a story about Muxlim Pal.  Now apparently they have dealt…

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Menorah at Hudson NY Amtrak Station?

Posted on January 4, 2009 by

I saw this tiny menorah today in front of one of the ticket booths at the Hudson, NY Amtrak Station.  Strange for many reasons.  First off, Hannukah has been long over.  Second, all the candles are still unlit. I don't get it.  At least give out some chocolate gelt if you are going to display…

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