Radio Show

Aug 05, 2010 07:00AM

The Legacy of Thomas Berry: Ecology and World Religion

60 min. from Thu Aug 5 00:00:00 CDT 2010 Show - Acclaimed cultural historian, cosmologist, Passionist priest, and Earth scholar, Thomas Berry, was among the first of our world's religious leaders to suggest that the earth ecological crisis is fundamentally a spiritual crisis. Thomas Berry dedicated his life to The Great Work of our time which he described simply as "moving the human community from its present situation as a destructive presence on the planet to a benign or mutually enhancing presence." Dr. Mary Evelyn Tucker and Dr. John Grim, co-founders and co-directors of The Forum on Religion and Ecology at Yale and The Thomas Berry Foundation, join host Robin Bradley Hansel to share their stories and reflections on Thomas Berry's life, his work, his writings, and his passionate dream for our Earth community. Join us!

Jul 29, 2010 07:00AM

The Ocean as Sacred Space

60 min. from Thu Jul 29 00:00:00 CDT 2010 Show - Individuals who walk, pray and reflect within the sacred space of the labyrinth recognize the significance of this spiritual tool. What if we viewed our natural world - particularly our threatened ocean environment - as an equally sacred space? What if our interfaith response to ocean conservation was united in such a powerful way that TOGETHER we walked a sacred path dedicated to protecting our precious planet? Join GreenFaith founder, Reverend Fletcher Harper, and Batfish Books author/underwater photographer, Michael Patrick O'Neill with host Robin Bradley Hansel, creator of OceanPrayer, for this informative discussion about simple things each of us can do to protect our oceans and care for all Creation.

Jul 22, 2010 07:00AM

Stories From Chartres Cathedral: Walking a Sacred Path with Veriditas

60 min. from Thu Jul 22 00:00:00 CDT 2010 Show - Imagine living in the shadow of Chartres Cathedral, one of the last remaining active spiritual sites in the world, while attending small group classes that allow you to deepen your pilgrimage experience with others on the path. Imagine unscheduled time to explore the French medieval village of Chartres on your own. Imagine a private group tour of the 11th Century church which houses the largest crypt in the world that concludes with a candle lit walk of the labyrinth. Join Dr. Lauren Artress as she shares these stories and more with host Robin Bradley Hansel. Dr. Artress will discuss highlights from her many years of taking groups with her to Chartres Cathedral through the not-for-profit organization known as Veriditas and talk about this year's exciting programs and featured speakers.

Jul 15, 2010 07:00AM

Labyrinths and Horses: A Special Preview of The Labyrinth Society's 2010 Gathering

60 min. from Thu Jul 15 00:00:00 CDT 2010 Show - Cordelia Rose of Whitewater Mesa Labyrinth first presented her workshop "A New Category of Labyrinths for Horses (and Humans)" at The Labyrinth Society's 2008 Annual Gathering. She has since served as a pioneer in the field of equine labyrinths. As Co-Chair for the 2010 Labyrinth Society's Annual Gathering, Cordelia visits with host Robin Bradley Hansel to share more about the special connection of spirits that horse and rider can experience together in the labyrinth. All the 2010 TLS Annual Gathering's events - especially those exciting offerings that apply to labyrinths and horses - will be discussed. The theme this year is "New Harmonies in the Labyrinth" and this informative episode will give you a wonderful overview of all the programming. Join us!

Jul 08, 2010 07:00AM

Living the Great Work: The Sacred Music and Ministry of GreenFaith Fellow, Sister Kathleen Deignan

60 min. from Thu Jul 8 00:00:00 CDT 2010 Show - Educator, theologian, author and composer, Sister Kathleen Deignan of Schola Ministries will share some of her inspirational music and stories about the labyrinth in this very special episode. Sister Kathleen studied directly with the great ecological visionary, Father Thomas Berry, for a number of years. She carries on "The Great Work Project" as a GreenFaith Fellow which honors Thomas Berry's vision to transform the human/earth relationship from one of destruction to a mutually beneficial rapport. Sister Kathleen's ministry is also greatly influenced by the legacy of the incredible 20th century spiritual visionary, Thomas Merton. For more than 30 years, Sister Kathleen has been introducing spiritual seekers to Merton's prophetic voice through her ministry, her music, and her writings. Her latest offering is the newly released recording, "A Book of Hours: At Prayer with Thomas Merton." Please join host Robin Bradley Hansel for this exciting discussion!