The Inter Faith Network offers the following code of conduct for encouraging and strengthening these relationships. As members of the human family, we should show each other respect and courtesy. Working to prevent disagreement from leading to conflict Always seeking to avoid violence in our relationships When we talk about matters of faith with one another, we need to do so with sensitivity, honesty and straightforwardness. All of us want others to understand and respect our views. Some people will also want to persuade others to join their faith.
Religion harnesses deep emotions which can sometimes take destructive forms.
Where this happens, we must draw on our faith to bring about reconciliation and understanding. The truest fruits of religion are healing and positive. We have a great deal to learn from one another which can enrich us without undermining our own i dentities. Together, listening and responding with openness and respect, we can move forward to work in ways that acknowledge genuine differences but build on shared hopes and values.