Under the Leadership of
Pastor Mark Burns
The Universal Grain global conference series is launched on the ALLATRA Platform
International Interfaith Conference
United in Liberty: The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats
October 28, 2025
Caucus Room, Cannon House Office Building,
U.S. Capitol Complex, Washington, D.C.
A Historic Initiative
for a Common Future
The International Interfaith Conference United in Liberty: The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats will be hosted under the leadership of Pastor Mark Burns on the ALLATRA Platform as part of the international project The Universal Grain, launching a new global series of conferences.
In an era marked by growing challenges and divisions, this conference held on the ALLATRA Platform will convene religious leaders, legal scholars, policymakers, and human rights advocates from across the globe to reaffirm a shared commitment to liberty, peace, and a common future.
Mission of the conference
Shared Values Across Faiths
Identifying and celebrating the universal principles of human dignity, compassion, and justice that are foundational to the world's great religious and ethical traditions.
Unity for Peace
Highlighting the responsibility of religious leaders and believers to rise above division and model principled unity, collaborating to address societal challenges.
Protecting Religious Freedom
Addressing the legal, political, and social challenges to religious freedom worldwide, with a focus on effective advocacy and diplomatic engagement to protect this first freedom.
Event Format
& Key Panels
The conference will bring together faith leaders to engage in dialogue on practical paths to peace, focusing on shared values and overcoming contemporary challenges. Following the conference, the official video will be released in at least 10 languages to ensure this message reaches audiences worldwide.
Panel 1:
Universal Values
Focused on the universal values that unite humanity and the responsibilities of religious leaders in promoting them.
Panel 2:
Freedom of Faith
Focused on the protection of freedom of faith, including case studies and relevant legal issues.
Participate in the
Conference
Speakers & Attendees
This conference is designed for leaders and influencers committed to driving meaningful change, including religious leaders, policymakers, legal professionals, and civil society leaders.
Media & Community
We welcome journalists and community leaders to engage with the conference. Apply for media access or submit questions for our panelists.
A Message from
Pastor Mark Burns
This is a dialogue centered on solutions, respect, and our shared humanity. I believe in quiet diplomacy. And this is why I embrace what I call the role of the Spiritual Diplomat.
Let us work together. Let us speak together. Let us lead together.
About Pastor Mark Burns
Spiritual Diplomat | Spiritual Advisor to President Donald Trump | Co-Founder, The NOW Television Network | Founder, Harvest Praise & Worship Center
Globally recognized Christian leader, international speaker, and advocate for religious liberty and human rights. Boldly standing for religious freedom and peace, he promotes unity, justice, and biblical truth on the global stage.
Global Engagement
Has met with numerous heads of state and global influencers, fostering interfaith dialogue and diplomacy.
Media Recognition
Featured by CNN, Fox News, & BBC. Time Magazine called him “Donald Trump’s Top Pastor.”
Mission & Philosophy
Spiritual Diplomat, carrying wisdom, not weapons, and speaking from the heart of God.
About the Universal Grain Project
The Universal Grain is an international research project by the ALLATRA International Public Movement, bringing together people from over 180 countries to study the universal values that unite humanity.
Global Research & Dialogue
Organizing large-scale sociological surveys, interviews, and international conferences with people from over 180 countries.
Volunteer-Driven Cooperation
Thousands of volunteers worldwide conduct research, create films, and foster cross-cultural discussions to build global dialogue.
Discovering Common Values
Exploring shared life priorities and inner aspirations to demonstrate humanity's common foundation of values.
Documentary film The Universal Grain: Life
“The Universal Grain: Life” social research documentary is a profound exploration of what unites humanity. This film reveals that across cultures, traditions, languages, and nations exists a shared foundation of values that brings people together in our diverse world.
In this film, through voices and stories from every continent, people of different faiths, professions, and generations share their deepest reflections on life’s priorities, inner aspirations, and what is universally close to every human heart.
Created entirely by volunteers inspired by the vision of the Universal Grain Project and the international activity of the ALLATRA Movement, the film unites contributions from more than 180 countries. Thousands of correspondents, cameramen, researchers, and participants took part in interviews and social surveys across the globe.
Alongside its human narrative, the film also introduces a scientific dimension. In collaboration with scholars from diverse fields — including philosophy, cultural studies, religious studies, and linguistics — it raises timeless questions about the essence of human life and the mission of humanity itself.
About ALLATRA International Public Movement
ALLATRA is an international alliance of scientists, experts, and professionals from over 180 countries, working together on a volunteer basis with the goal to:
Comprehensive Research
Conduct comprehensive research on climate, geodynamic, and environmental risks, and raise scientific awareness about these threats.
Multilateral Cooperation
Foster multilateral cooperation in the search for sustainable solutions to global existential challenges.
Human Rights Protection
Implement activities directed toward the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Learn more about the International Interfaith Conference United in Liberty: The Rise of Spiritual Diplomats on the official website:
interfaithconf.org
Official Email: [email protected]