Elder Soares tells NYU forum faith can bridge differences
October 17, 2026 at 7:02 AM MT · via Church Newsroom · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Elder Ulisses Soares told religious leaders at New York University's Forum on Faith that people of different beliefs can remain true to their convictions while working together to build peace. He addressed the interfaith gathering on Friday.
Soares emphasized that people of faith are all children of God and can collaborate despite theological differences. His remarks focused on finding common ground across religious traditions.
The Forum on Faith brings together religious leaders from multiple traditions to discuss faith's role in public life. Soares is a member of the Church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
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