Fasting and Spirituality: A Conversation with BU Chaplains

Fasting as a spiritual practice is deeply rooted in ancient Judaism. The Israelites fasted during times of mourning or calamity as a way for individuals and the community to express sorrow or repentance as well as to plead with God for favor or forgiveness. Christians and then Muslims developed their own fasting traditions, and the practice remains significant in contemporary Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

With the liturgical seasons of Ramadan and Lent approaching, please join us at the Pardee School of Global Studies, 121 Bay State Road, on Monday, February 2, from 6 to 7:30 PM, for an exploration of fasting as a spiritual practice across our faith traditions.

Discussants include:

Rev. Dr. Jessica Chicka, University Chaplain for International Students (Moderator)
Rav. Micha Stettin, University Chaplain and Campus Rabbi
Sr. Naureen Mallick, Associate Muslim Chaplain
Fr. Kevin Staley-Joyce, University Chaplain and Director of the BU Catholic Center
Additional participants, including an Orthodox priest, to be confirmed.

Refreshments will be served!

Sponsored by the Institute on Culture, Religion & World Affairs: CURA in collaboration with Marsh Chapel & Religious Life.