This former Catholic is trying to clear up misconceptions about Islam

Growing up Catholic, Emery saw how Islam and Catholicism share similar values. When he converted to Islam, he didn't turn his back on his Catholic past, but incorporated its values into his Muslim faith. Emery is a speaker with the Islamic Resource Group.

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