We Believe

Celebrating Duke’s Faith Communities

We Believe was a two-day journey into the heart of Duke’s religious and cultural diversity. Through joyful experiences, thought-provoking conversations, and moments of quiet reflection, the event invited participants to connect with Duke's vibrant faith communities.

Attendees explored themes of Feasting and Fasting, Gathering and Departing, and Sound and Silence—each inspired by practices from Duke's diverse religious traditions. With a Commonplace Book and Passport in hand, they traveled to various locations on campus, collected stamps, recorded reflections, and engaged in meaningful encounters.

Students: You can still collect stamps in your passports through the end of the semester for a chance to win a prize! Keep exploring, reflecting, and connecting with Religious Life at Duke.

Event Highlights

Commonplace Passport & Book Pickup

Circle Singing with Matt Goldstein of Gaia Music

Table Talk with Dr. Simran Jeet Singh

Labyrinth Walk in the Nasher

Hindu Worship Demo with Chaplain Priya Amaresh

Praying Rounds: Prayers for Walking with Andrew Plasker D'25

Keynote Session and Banquet with Dr. Simran Jeet Singh

Hatha Yoga with Chaplain Priya Amaresh

Lunchtime Tabling with Religious Life at Duke

A Lark with Say the Thing

Drawing the Other: Art as Spiritual Practice with Jaden Dejesus Blango

Spirituality in a Time of Great Divide with The Duke Bahá'í Community

Silence and Sound featuring Matt Goldstein from Gaia Music

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