FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" As we become increasingly reliant on social media as the main source of information, we are also more vulnerable to inaccurate news or extreme religious beliefs. Even though our social fabric has been fundamentally strong as Singapore is a country built on multi-racial and multi-religious harmony, however this should not be taken for granted. "
Er Dr Lee Bee Wah
Adviser to Nee Soon South GROs
18 January 2019
The Foundation of Faiths programme was conceived as an elementary level of interfaith exchange which focuses on developing foundational understanding of faiths. These dialogues seek to acquaint participants to the basic tenets of different faiths, in a simpler approach.
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
Enlivening the true spirit of humanity, the CSCS gathering held a one-minute interfaith silent observance, standing shoulder-to-shoulder in heartfelt prayer for the affected families of the Christchurch massacre where children became orphans, wives turned widows, parents losing offspring.
15 March 2019
IN THE NEWS
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" Dialogues can help bridge and keep people connected, and have misconceptions corrected. Additionally, cooperation and collaborations can help make communities more collective and collected. We need to focus on the most fundamental of similarities, based on common good morals including respect, graciousness, gratitude and goodwill. "
Dr Maliki Osman
Senior Minister of State,
Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Foreign Affairs
& Mayor of South East District
1 March 2019
IN THE NEWS
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" People have been exposed to inaccurate information, extremist and radical beliefs. Misunderstandings and misconceptions could easily arise, resulting in unintended tensions and disputes. Amidst the presence of external influence, we should work collectively to foster good interfaith relations in Singapore. "
Dr Teo Ho Pin
Mayor of North West District
18 January 2019
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" It is critical that we constantly make consistent and constructive engagements to assemble our people, to better understand one another clearer, bond ourselves closer, and remove any divisive elements or obstacles. Only then can we Singaporeans enhance our level of mutual confidence, comfort and camaraderie; holding close and compact together, through thick and thin. "
Dr Maliki Osman
Senior Minister of State,
Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Foreign Affairs
& Mayor of South West District
10 November 2018
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" By learning about different faiths and religions, we can safeguard ourselves from the threat of mis-representation. Your presence here not only strengthens community ties, it also deepens our social resilience. As we establish common spaces of mutual understanding, hope and peace, we are fortifying our future for tomorrow. "
Ms Low Yen Ling
Senior Parliamentary Secretary,
Ministry of Education and Ministry of Manpower
Mayor of South West District
3 October 2018
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" Many efforts have been done by the government to beef up security measures in terms of structures and systems. Religious leaders have come together and collectively stepped forward to condemn acts of terrorism, radicalism or extremism. But how can we, as ordinary citizens – whether as a parent, sibling, relative, colleague, neighbour, employer, play our role in contributing towards a cohesive society? One such way is to make an effort to keep ourselves educated and informed through learning about the different faiths and religions. "
Dr Teo Ho Pin
Mayor of South East District
18 September 2018
IN THE NEWS
FOUNDATION OF FAITHS
" The Common Senses for Common Spaces (or CSCS) nationwide interfaith programme is one such collective ground-up initiative – it is a friendly and safe platform to promote better acquaintance to, and appreciation of, religious rituals and spiritual motivations which can be key to enhancing our resilient quotient. "
Dr Maliki Osman
Senior Minister of State,
Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Foreign Affairs
& Mayor of South East District
3 February 2018
IN THE NEWS
Launch of CSCS Nationwide & Foundation of Faiths (Suria DETIK, 2018)
Program nasional bagi perkukuh perpaduan agama dilancar (Berita Harian, 2018)
5 Datuk Bandar CDC gabung lancarkan inisiatif perkukuh daya bingkas perpaduan sosial (Suria Berita, 2018)
Nationwide interfaith programme launched to boost Singapore's resilience and social cohesion (Channel NewsAsia, 2018)
和尚为何剃光头？回教徒为何不能吃猪肉? 五社理会将举办对话解答公众宗教疑惑 (联合早报 , 2018)
IN THE NEWS
Peserta dialog silang agama bertafakur peringati mangsa
Maliki: Cari, kenal pasti kesamaan bagi tingkat keyakinan antara kaum
CDC North West lancar siri dialog silang agama
Launch of CSCS Nationwide & Foundation of Faiths
Program nasional bagi perkukuh perpaduan agama dilancar
5 Datuk Bandar CDC gabung lancarkan inisiatif perkukuh daya bingkas perpaduan sosial
Nationwide interfaith programme launched to boost Singapore's resilience and social cohesion