Updates – Robert J. Chase

October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 robertjchase Comma Moments, Reflections, Updates

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[Sometimes it is helpful to look back and see from whence we have come. Now, less than one month from the Presidential election, is one of those times. In researching some previous writings for an unrelated task, I uncovered the following post published on December 8, 2015--almost five years ago--when I was still serving as … Continue reading STOP

July 14, 2020July 14, 2020 robertjchase Current Events, Updates

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July 14, 2020July 14, 2020 robertjchase Comma Moments, Current Events, Updates

Imran Khan at JUST FUTURE

We are deeply honored to announce that Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has confirmed that he will address our JUST FUTURE virtual conference at 9:30 a.m. EDT (US) on Wednesday July 15 during our opening plenary. This late-breaking development is a tribute to long-standing efforts over the past ten years to build bridges of respect … Continue reading Imran Khan at JUST FUTURE

July 2, 2020 robertjchase Updates

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June 27, 2020June 27, 2020 robertjchase Updates

Returning to Pakistan (virtually)

With the onslaught of news in recent weeks, it has been some time since I’ve touched on the US-Pakistan Interreligious Coalition (UPIC). However, things have been happening behind the scenes and it has been anything but quiet for this ground breaking, decade-long endeavor. We are about to go public with news of a uniquely-positioned virtual … Continue reading Returning to Pakistan (virtually)

As a professed agnostic, I’ve often looked upon Christianity—and all organized religions—with skepticism and mistrust. Reverend Chase has worked to create a different example of Christianity—an inclusive, nonjudgmental faith that brings people of different paths together at the intersections of life. Beyond the Comma is an exploration of those moments when the forces that guide … Continue reading Sulome Anderson

― Sulome Anderson

Chase models for us a fresh, path-breaking, and engaging adventure that is always alert to God’s word. With surging energy, Chase probes the various ways in which God is still speaking in the rough-and-tumble world of war and hatred, humor, and moments of deep joy, mundane meetings and meaningful mishaps. Whether writing about race, his … Continue reading Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality & Practice

― Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality & Practice

Robert Chase weaves stories, theological reflection, and a passion for justice in this book that reveals “intersectionality” as the paragdigm for a hopeful future. He blends the personal, cultural,and religious spheres with honesty and courage. Bob’s compelling moral vision is one that inspires me in these challenging times. On a day that you need a … Continue reading The Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson

― The Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson

Having Bob Chase as a guest in my course on ecumenism proved to be a great opportunity to launch the conversation on how ecumenical engagement expands to include interfaith dialogue and relationship building. Bob’s decade long experience with Intersections provided a rich context for our class to explore the many possibilities that are at hand … Continue reading Rev. Geoffrey A. Black; Visiting Professor of Leadership and Ecumenical Studies, Eden Theological Seminary

― Rev. Geoffrey A. Black; Visiting Professor of Leadership and Ecumenical Studies, Eden Theological Seminary