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Soul Searching
Thursday, November 30
Tucked into the hillsides two hours from New York City, a spiritual retreat center called the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies has become known as a place where seekers can explore the many manifestations of spirituality. Christian prayer, meditation, drumming, and "talking to the other side" are some of the the many so-called "doorways" provided for those in search of something they don't believe institutional religion can provide. Close examination reveals the ancient roots of pilgrimage as a pathway to spirituality, which one writer has called "the inner lining of religion."
 Listen as NPR's Lynn Neary takes a look this growing exploration of religious alternatives on Thursday, November 30.
Links and Resources
Practical Faith
Friday, December 1
The new spirituality is changing the way many people 'practice' their faith. Instead of focusing on religious doctrine, seekers are adopting practices that connect spirituality to daily life at home and at work. And instead of seeking out a preacher, many people now consult a 'spiritual director' to support their meditation, prayer, visualization, and silence meant to keep body, mind and soul in touch with the spirit. Define-it-yourself spirituality is an unmistakable challenge to traditional religions, many of whom are retreiving their discarded rituals and ceremonies in order to stay competitive. Hear more from NPR's Lynn Neary has more on Friday, December 1.
Links & Resources
Links & Resources
The Tibetan Monastery in Woodstock: Karma Triyana Dharmachakra
www.kagyu.org
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
www.spiritrock.com
The Omega Institute
www.omega-inst.org/index.html
The Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation
www.shalem.org
Mirabai of Woodstock spiritual bookstore
www.mirabai.com
Some books by Peter Occhiogrosso:
Holy Spirit : The Boundless Energy of God
by Ron Roth, Ph.D. and Peter Occhiogrosso. Hardcover (April, 2000)
I Want to See Jesus in a New Light: Healing Reflections
for People of All Faiths by Ron Roth, Ph.D., Peter Occhiogrosso. Paperback (April, 2000)
The Joy of Sects : A Spirited Guide to the World's Religious
Traditions
Paperback (May 1996)
Other Books:
The Seeker's Guide: Making Your Life a Spiritual Adventure by Elizabeth Lesser. Paperback (October, 2000)
Huston Smith
Cleansing the Doors of Perception: The Religious Significance of
Entheogenic Plants and Chemicals by Huston Smith (Hardcover - June, 2000)
Why Religion Matters by Huston Smith (new release)
The Illustrated Worlds Religions: A Guide to Our Wisdom
Traditions by Huston Smith (Paperback - November, 1995)
The World's Religions by Huston Smith (Paperback -
September, 1992) Jack Kornfield
After the Ecstasy, the Laundry: How the Heart Grows Wise on
the Spiritual Path by Jack Kornfield (Hardcover)
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