Compassion Study Group

...that question that is the beginning of all wisdom -- What can I learn from you about compassion? -- Matthew Fox

We need training in compassion ... -- Karen Armstrong

A soul that is truly human, i.e. compassionate, is something that needs to be carved, discovered, given birth to. -- Matthew Fox

The entire universe strives to fulfill a desire born of compassion. -- Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

 

If you long to understand Compassion as deeply as is possible, I invite you to join with us in exploring the meaning and celebrating the truth of Compassion in our lives.

We will study texts about Compassion, relate our experiences with Compassion and help each other to imagine, and thereby manifest, a world filled with Compassion.

Our reading list will include:

-- "Compassion: A Reflection on the Christian Life."
-- "Compassionate Action"
-- "Compassion: Listening to the Cries of the World"
-- "Ordinary Grace: An Examination of the Roots of Compassion, Altruism, and Empathy and the Ordinary Individuals Who Help Others in Extraordinary Ways"
-- "Paradigm Conspiracy: Why Our Social Systems Violate Human Potential -- And How We Can Change Them"
and many others...

We draw from all religions and philosophies to understand as much as possible about Compassion from any and all sources and to learn from each other the deepest meanings of Compassion.

 

The Doctrine Is Compassion

What Is Compassion?  An essay by Michael Labhard: Compassion_Imperative.doc

Calendar -- Schedule of Meetings