4th Interfaith Dialogue: United We Build
We invite anyone, from young adults to seniors, to join us for a meaningful interfaith dialogue with a guest panel and enriching, facilitated, small-group discussions. This is an opportunity to explore diverse perspectives, share personal experiences, and build connections.
Whether you're seeking to learn, engage in thoughtful discussion, deepen your understanding of Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity, learn about affordable homeownership programs, or explore diverse faiths, your voice and presence are welcomed.
Come together in a spirit of respect, curiosity, and unity.
Sunday, Feb. 2, 3 - 5 p.m.
Berger Hall at University of Colorado Colorado Springs
1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Register Now! Panelists
Jeff Ader
Jeff Ader and his wife Sue have been in Colorado Springs since 1973. They have two grown children, Mike and Elyse, and five grandchildren.
Jeff was an award-winning career educator for almost 40 years with the last 31 in severe/profound needs. He holds a BA in Music Education and an MA in Music Performance, as well as an MA in Special Education and an honorary PhD in Martial Sciences.
Jeff has been active in leadership at Temple Beit Torah since 2016. He is currently serving as President.
He is also a founding member of the Pikes Peak Interfaith Coalition and serves on the Board of Directors. He also is chair of the Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity Interfaith Build for Unity subcommittee and is a member of Pikes Peak Habitat's Board of Directors. He serves on the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Community Leaders advisory committee and the Faith Leaders Advisory committee. Jeff is also the lay leader representative for TBT with Westside Cares.
Jeff is owner and chief instructor of All Okinawa Karate and Kobudo and is the U.S. Director for the OSMKKF. In his spare time he is a musician performing with the New Horizons band organization and can also be heard with Swing Factory and the Front Range Big Band.
Jeff and Sue are also seasoned travelers with many international trips in the memory books and, hopefully, more to come.
Jessica
My name is Jessica, and I’m a 36-year-old single mom wearing many hats, especially in the hospitality industry. I’m passionate about food, travel, and spending time outdoors. My dream is to one day open my own storefront, where I can serve sandwiches and baked goods to the community.
Recently, I had an amazing experience with Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity and their Interfaith Build for Unity program, which helped make affordable homeownership a reality for my son and me.
Alex St. Clair
Alex St. Clair is a construction supervisor for Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity, where we are building strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership in El Paso County. He holds a Contractors license, is a licensed Radon Measurement Professional as well as is a licensed Radon Mitigation Specialist for Pikes Peak Habitat.
In 2018 as a volunteer, he helped flip a donated house for Pikes Peak Habitat that sold for more than $300k.
Alex loves working with volunteers, both teaching and learning together as we work towards our goal of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Habitat for Humanity International Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
We are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love into action and pursue housing justice for all by driving diversity, equity, and inclusion with accountability and trust while attracting and retaining diverse, mission-driven talent representative of the global communities we serve.
Please e-mail Feda Jodeh at Feda@PikesPeakHabitat.org with any questions.