I was introduced to Dr Nour Kabbani by my friend, Ansari Jainullabudeen, who described Dr Nour as ‘his Sheikh’. Dr Nour is a Sufi – an Islamic mystic – and, as such, his relationships with his students are more intimate and personal than what one might expect between a regular cleric and members of the […]
Friends: Father Dave and Dr Nour Kabbani Read More »
I can’t remember the first time I met Sheikh Jehad, but I seem to remember him being introduced to me by some guys in the boxing community. Jehad has an excellent rapport with young people and plays a powerful role in mentoring Muslim young men across Sydney. Jehad was one of the first Muslim clerics
Friends: Father Dave and Sheikh Jehad Ismail Read More »
Like most Australians, I first became aware of Father Rod Bower through the signs he posts out the front of his church building in Gosford. There were signs in support of asylum-seekers, signs supporting the rights of gay and lesbian people and, most relevant to us here, regular signs expressing goodwill towards the Muslim community.
Friends: Father Dave and Father Rod Bower Read More »
Anne Aly is an amazing woman. She’s a mother, an academic, an expert in counter-terrorism, Australia’s first female Muslim MP, and she’s got a great sense of humour. I first met Anne at an interfaith presentation in Canberra where she immediately impressed me with her passion and authenticity. I then read her autobiography – Finding
Friends: Father Dave and Dr Anne Aly MP Read More »
Sheikh Shoaib is a gentle and passionate man with a deep commitment to both social justice and interfaith harmony. He is also a scholar. This interview took place in Shoaib’s centre in Guildford on 12 September 2017.
Friends: Father Dave and Syed Shoaib Naqvi Read More »
Father Bob Maguire – the Larrikin Priest – is a kindred spirit. Indeed, he has been an inspiration to me for many years. If he didn’t live a thousand kilometres away, I’d have tried to spend a lot more time with him and be properly mentored by him. We have a common leaning towards those
Friends: Father Dave and Father Bob Maguire Read More »