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The Religious Person

August 22, 2010.

Guest speaker Ken Ramsay introduces us to Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1986) and in particular Krishnamurti’s exploration of the “the religious person.”

The first link below is the video Ken showed at the conclusion of his meditation (to 3:20). More information can be found about Krishnamurti (“K”) in the subsequent links.

Krishnamurti speaks with Dr. Allan Anderson
One of a series of interviews with Dr. Allan Anderson, San Diego State University, Dept of Religious Studies
The Speaker
Youtube video outlining the life and message of J Krishnamurti
Jiddu Krishnamurti
Wikipedia entry
J Krishnamurti online

   # 2010-08-22 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

I am the captain of my soul

August 15, 2010.

Scott Campbell again explores how we might create the meaningful life we want.

   # 2010-08-16 by webmaster | Guest speaker | Meditation

Creating the Life We Want - Communities

August 8, 2010.

Guest speaker Scott Campbell explores how we might create the life and relationships we want. He offers several suggestions for creating deeper relationships within community.

   # 2010-08-11 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

Heaven is Earth

August 1, 2010.

Using music, poem, verse, art and song, guest speaker Ted Snyders explores the idea of transcendence, here on Earth. He titles his presentation: “Of Course We Believe in Heaven, We’ve Been There.”

Ted is introduced by his wife and partner of 30 years, Andrea Rowan.

   # 2010-08-11 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

Memoirs of a World Religions Teacher

July 18, 2010.

Guest speaker and high school teacher Jeff Bower explores his time teaching world religions. He talks of his own religious journey and the insights of his students on the big questions of the universe.

   # 2010-08-08 by webmaster | Guest speaker | Meditation

Common Dreams

May 30, 2010.

Scott Kearns tells of his and Gretta’s travels in Australia and New Zealand. He shares some of the comments and discussions he had while at the Common Dreams Conference and highlights the wonderful welcome he and Gretta received.

   # 2010-06-03 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

Everyone Makes Mistakes (Except Me!!)

May 9, 2010.

Guest speaker Scott Campbell discusses cognitive dissonance as he explores why we can so easily justify our own conduct.

   # 2010-05-10 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

At Home in the Cosmos

May 2, 2010.

Scott Campbell shares his thoughts on cultivating wonder in the natural world as a way of creating meaning for our lives. He offers examples of some of the amazing wonders of the universe.

   # 2010-05-02 by webmaster | Guest speaker | Meditation

A Common Story

April 25, 2010

Alan Ely shares his understanding of the Golden Rule and how this common theme ties us to each other and the world.

   # 2010-04-25 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

Concious Living

April 18, 2010

Guest speaker Diane Hoover shares her ideas on progressive conscious thinking. She finishes with a reading from Janice May Parviainen’s book, “Courage To Love Yourself”.

Diane Hoover
Visit Diane's website and find out more about her.
Courage to Love Yourself
Visit Janice May`s website to find out more

   # 2010-04-25 by webmaster | Meditation | Guest speaker

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