I didn't really see it as a choice. Nobody else was willing to work with Muslims. It was, without question, the most interesting volunteering stint I've ever had.
Hmmm
For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?
Unlike some FR "Christians" you have indeed followed the teaching of the master.