In everything the Calgary Interfaith Council does, we value people’s stories, we believe we learn from listening to multiple perspectives and we affirm that we are better together. In celebration of the CIC’s 10th Anniversary in 2027, we are collecting stories: Who have we been and who are we becoming?

In the summer of 2026,  a team from the CIC began using Generative Journalism to uplift the stories, strengths and hopes of CIC members and friends. We highlight our shared history as an organization, as well as bring to life the stories of CIC members. We explore with them the exciting, emerging initiatives currently unfolding in their communities.

This style of story creation centres on community-building and telling “life-giving” stories designed to enact positive societal change.

Community Focus: it should capture the ideas, opportunities and assets of what the COMMUNITY identified.

This practice focuses on honoring human dignity, centering individual voices over institutional ones, and empowering people to move forward around initiatives they are both energized by and committed to.

Read the stories

Whitney Nagasan & Pristine Laroza
Jules & Jess
May Cummings & Eva Torn Thomas
Debra Faulk

Would you like to tell your story? What is happening in your faith community that fills you with energy and hope? Do the questions listed below stir stories you would like to share?

  • “What is emerging right now in your community that you are excited about?”
  • “What is the secret super power of your community? Where do you see it at work?”
  • “What is a story from your community that makes you feel proud?”
  • “What part of your community’s identity is often overlooked by outsiders, but feels essential to who you are?”
  • “When have you seen people from across lines of difference come together to accomplish something great? What made that work?”
  • “Who is an unsung hero whose work makes your community better?”
  • “What is the deepest desire you have for the future of your community?”

Are you interested in following along? You will find blog posts here on the CIC website and you can also get updates on our Facebook and Instagram.

If you are interested in being involved (sharing your story or creating something to share), please email [email protected] OR…