Friday on Political Rewind: Many people have lost faith in their institutions. A Gallup poll from last summer reveals only 33% of Americans express confidences in major institutions like Congress, the media or the criminal justice system. Even the belief in the good faith of our neighbors has suffered as communities are driven apart by toxic politics.

What is the role of our churches, mosques and synagogue during these difficult, divisive days? How are religious leaders finding ways to bring hope as we cope with the pandemic, ineffectual partisan politics and soul-wrenching images of the Russian war in Ukraine?

On today's show, we brought together some of Georgia most prominent religious leaders. It is a relevant day for the discussion: Tonight, Jewish communities observe the first night of Passover; for Christians, it is Good Friday; and Muslims continue observing the holy month of fasting during Ramadan.

Panelists:

Dr. Kevin Muriel — Senior pastor, Cascade United Methodist Church

Rabbi Rachael Bregman — Temple Beth Tefilloh in Brunswick, Ga.

Soumaya Khalifa — Islamic community leader

Timestamps:

:00 — Introduction

6:45 — What are the holidays being celebrated today?

17:45 — How are religious leaders counseling through pandemic?

25:15 — Importance of interfaith dialogue

29:45 — Oppression and faith

45:04 — How can we get to know those who are different than us?

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