The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) was honored to host a Dialogue Iftar Dinner at the City of Portage Zhang Senior Center on March 14, 2026. The evening brought together a diverse group of attendees, including representatives from nonprofit organizations, faith communities, and local leaders, creating a warm, welcoming environment for meaningful connection. This special event was held in collaboration with the Kaufman Interfaith Institute at Grand Valley State Un

The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM), in partnership with Trinity Lutheran Church, was honored to host a Dialogue Iftar Dinner on March 13, 2026, in Ann Arbor. This community-centered gathering welcomed individuals and families from diverse backgrounds for an evening of connection, conversation, and shared experience. Open to all, the event created a warm and inclusive atmosphere where neighbors, friends, and community members came together to share a meal and enga

The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM), in collaboration with the Kaufman Interfaith Institute and the Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign, hosted a community iftar on March 4, 2026, at Boston Square Church in Grand Rapids. This free, family-friendly Ramadan dinner brought together individuals and families from diverse backgrounds to share a meal and connect in a welcoming environment. The event was designed to foster dialogue, mutual understanding, and friendship across d

The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) was pleased to host a Dialogue Iftar Dinner on February 24, 2026, at the Balkan Community Center in Troy, Michigan. Guests from across the Detroit metro area attended, including city officials, the mayor, as well as community and religious leaders, for an evening of connection, conversation, and shared experience. The program also featured brief remarks on Ramadan and its significance. Reflections highlighted Ramadan as a power

The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) was honored to host a Dialogue Iftar Dinner on March 18, 2025, at the Portage Zhang Senior Center – Community Room West. This invitation-only gathering brought together a diverse group of community members for an evening of connection, dialogue, and shared understanding. The event welcomed city officials, nonprofit leaders, and representatives from various church and faith communities, creating a rich, inclusive environment for

On March 21, 2024, the Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) hosted an enriching iftar dinner at Balkan American Culture Center in Troy, illustrating our commitment to fostering social cohesion through shared cultural experiences. This special evening brought together IAM members predominantly from the Turkic-American Muslim community, who were joined by a diverse group of people from various faiths, including Christians, Jews, and those of other belief groups, each bri

On March 17, 2024, the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in the Holland area graciously hosted the Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) for an enlightening iftar dinner. This gathering brought together IAM members and the local church community, providing a unique opportunity for guests to witness and share in the traditional breaking of the fast. During the event, guests were not only treated to a selection of Turkish food and desserts but also received insights into the

The Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) was honored to hold an iftar dinner at the Chapel Hill United Methodist Church in Portage on March 12, 2024. This gathering was a beautiful expression of interfaith cooperation, attended by community members from various walks of life. We are deeply grateful to Chapel Hill United Methodist Church for opening their doors and hearts to us, facilitating an evening where friendship and spiritual unity were at the forefront. During t

From November 16 to 18, 2022, the Intercultural Association of Michigan proudly facilitated a Michigan-wide book discussion tour featuring Dr. Jon Pahl, an educator, historian of American religions, and a noted peacebuilder. Dr. Pahl, who received his BA from Valparaiso University, MTS from Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, has addressed academic and public audiences worldwide, including at prestigious institutions like Cambridge, Oxford, an

On November 10, 2020, the Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) hosted a virtual book discussion on "The Humanity of Muhammad: A Christian View," authored by Dr. Craig Considine, a distinguished professor and authority in interfaith dialogue. This event was part of our ongoing efforts to foster understanding and dialogue between different faith communities. Dr. Considine, recognized for his extensive work in Christian-Muslim relations and his scholarly contributions t

On May 31, 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, societal unrest, and natural disasters like the Michigan dam collapse, the Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) held the second event in our "Together in Spiritual Solidarity" virtual prayer series. This event aimed to provide solace and strengthen community resilience through shared prayer and reflection. This gathering, streamed during a time of significant challenge, focused on the power of prayer to alleviat

On May 3, 2020, the Intercultural Association of Michigan (IAM) hosted "Together in Spiritual Solidarity," the first event in our virtual prayer series. This interfaith gathering brought together community and faith leaders from diverse religious backgrounds to offer prayers and seek solace during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The event was livestreamed on YouTube, allowing participants from across Michigan and beyond to join in this moment of unity and re