Why does this Christian priest fast during Ramadan?

In this episode, Rev Dr Patrick McInerney shares his experiences and the reasoning behind his decision to fast during Ramadan and celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Muslims.

Fr. Patrick McEnerney, Director of the Columban Mission Institute in Sydney, and Coordinator of its Centre for Christian-Muslim Relations.

Rev Dr Patrick McInerney promotes Christian-Muslim understanding in Australia

• He fasted during Ramadan to show solidarity with Muslim friends
• Rev Dr Patrick spent 20 years working in Pakistan

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Why does this Christian priest fast during Ramadan?

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Rev Dr Patrick McInerney, director of the Columban Centre for Christian-Muslim Relations, spent over 20 years working in Pakistan.

Dr McInerney undertook fasting during Ramadan as a gesture of solidarity with his Muslim friends. This experience deepened his understanding of shared values like empathy and sacrifice, reinforcing his commitment to interfaith harmony.

Fasting during Ramadan deepened my understanding of empathy, reinforcing my commitment to Christian-Muslim harmony.

Dr Patrick McInerney

Dr McInerney now promotes mutual respect and understanding between Christians and Muslims in Australia through various outreach initiatives.

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