Abstract The Broken Obelisk Thirty four years ago Annalee Newman wrote “[Dominique and John de Menil] have given the people of Houston a glorious gift -- the Rothko Chapel with its penetrating, self-searching beauty and the Broken Obelisk, standing majestically in its pool of golden shadows.” Both dedicated in 1971, Barnett Newman's sculpture and the Rothko Chapel have become increasingly intertwined over the years. The “Broken Obelisk” came to Houston as part of a 1967 government...

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In honor of MLK Day, the Rothko Chapel plays speeches from his life throughout the day. Come listen to the quiet of the Chapel resonate with MLK’s voice.

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In honor of MLK Day, the Rothko Chapel plays speeches from his life throughout the day. Come listen to the quiet of the Chapel resonate with MLK’s voice.

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Presented by Bill Goodman. Co-Sponsored by Fotofest 2006.

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Presented by Dr. Swanee Hunt, United States Ambassador to Austria

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Presented by Marcia Baker

Abstract The Science of Contemplative Practices James Duffy, M.D. Thursday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m.Dr. James Duffy will discuss his scientific research on meditation and its effects on the brain and body. Born in Liverpool, England, and raised in richly diverse ethnic environments in South Yemen and what was then Southern Rhodesia, Dr. Duffy witnessed the turmoil wrought by civil war during his formative years. Following his medical education at he University of Rhodesia, Dr....

Abstract Lecture "Eating as a Spiritual Act" by Norman Wirzba, Ph.D., followed by panel discussion Collaboration with the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts and Shrimp Boat ProjectsNorman Wirzba, Research Professor of Theology, Ecology and Rural Life at Duke University’s Divinity School will share his insights on the value and consequence of a spiritual connection to our natural resources in a lecture titled, “Eating as a Spiritual Act.” Dr. Wirzba’s current research is focused...

Abstract Beyond the Rhetoric: Civil Rights and Our Shared Responsibility Series Vimeo Livestream, 6pm CT Free event with suggested contributions $5-20Join us for a conversation on the state of LGBTQIA+ rights in the US with Alphonso David, President of Human Rights Campaign and Adri Perez, Policy and Advocacy Strategist at ACLU of Texas. Alphonso David will address national LGBTQIA+ issues and initiatives, followed by Adri Perez who will focus on the state of Texas. A moderated...

Abstract The Struggle for Truth: Voices from the MarginsPanel includes Gabriel Blau, Dr. Robert Goss, Dr. Mark D. Jordan, and Irene Monroe Moderated by Dr. Jeffrey J. KripalWednesday, March 15, 2006 at 7:30 pm Theology can contribute to uniting people who are normally not included, or barely included. Even though the teaching of universal love is a goal common to all religions, organized religions have all too often marginalized and discriminated against...