Building upon "Supporting Your Muslim Clients," this NEW workshop provides an overview of religious, spiritual, and cultural frameworks relevant for the counsel of Muslim clientele. Attendees will be introduced to essential concepts in Islamic spirituality, psychology, and religious practice that are pertinent for understanding and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of your Muslim clients. … Continue reading Counselling Muslims – May 2022
New Podcast
A friend and avid thinker about all things community, Hussain Khan, has started a podcast focusing on stories of hope, vulnerability, and change within the Canadian Muslim community. His podcast, called Chicken Soup for the Muslim Ruh, draws light upon some of the ways Canadian Muslims support their faith community and neighbours by centering their … Continue reading New Podcast
Faith Spaces, Safe Spaces: An Interfaith Anti-Racist Initiative
The Edmonton area has recently witnessed a growing number of acts of intimidation and hate towards people who are black. These have often been motivated by both racism and religious bigotry together. Sadly, we know such racism exists even within faith communities themselves. As two larger faith traditions, both Muslims and Christians have spiritual wisdom … Continue reading Faith Spaces, Safe Spaces: An Interfaith Anti-Racist Initiative
Available for Pre-Order
I am so utterly proud and excited to finally share this new book with the world. This has been a labour of love long in the making for all of the Muslim chaplains involved. It consists of stories and reflections authored by Muslim chaplains who serve our North American community in a number of ways. … Continue reading Available for Pre-Order
What is Community: A Message from Faith Leaders in #Edmonton
A Multi-faith Message on Community in a Time of Pandemic Including: Ustadh Ibrahim Long - Islamic Family and Social Services Association (IFSSA) Pastor Ingrid Cramer-Doerschel - Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Rabbi Steve Schwarzman - Beth Shalom Synagogue Sheikh Dr. Usama Al-Atar - Al-Baqir Academy Rev. Canon Dr. Scott Sharman - Anglican Diocese of Edmonton Rabbi … Continue reading What is Community: A Message from Faith Leaders in #Edmonton
Why am I Pursuing an MSW?
The Short Answer Deciding to pursue (another) graduate degree has been a difficult decision. There is, of course, the financial cost as well as the burden upon my time and attention. I know, for example, that I could not do this without the support of my wife (may God bless her). Moreover, some of the … Continue reading Why am I Pursuing an MSW?
Muslim Mental Health | Upcoming Workshops 2020
This year I am working with REACH Edmonton to offer two unique workshops for frontline workers, counsellors, chaplains, and other care providers who serve Muslim clientele in Edmonton. These are: Understanding Muslim Mental Health: An Introduction to Islamic Culture and Well-being (March 24, 2020) Supporting Your Muslim Clients: An Introduction to Culturally-Inclusive Care (June 30, … Continue reading Muslim Mental Health | Upcoming Workshops 2020
Invitation to Christian-Muslim Dialogue
I am so happy to announce that a new website with resources for Christian-Muslim dialogue has just been launched! It is called ACommonWord.ca It provides an array of videos, articles, reading suggestions, and a resource kit for those looking to better understand Christian-Muslim dialogue and want ideas for how to host a dialogue in their … Continue reading Invitation to Christian-Muslim Dialogue
Chapter Published in New Book
New Book Release by the Canadian Multifaith Federation. Multifaith Perspectives in Spiritual & Religious Care: Change, Challenge and Transformation The book presents a comprehensive range of original chapters written by scholars and practitioners on the topics of spiritual and religious care, chaplaincy, and integrating related theories and practices in various sectors. This single volume has five extensive … Continue reading Chapter Published in New Book
Mercy, Compassion, Fraternity in #Edmonton
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