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by Lynn Birdwell for Moonrise on the Plaza 2013

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In performance at Rothko Chapel

Abstract Poetry offers a window to the Holy that dialogue cannot, reflecting essential human truths in artful form. Join a unique opportunity to engage with three acclaimed and evocative poets from the Barnstone family in a sacred place that is also rich with family history. The Rothko Chapel was designed, in part, by the architect Howard Barnstone, Willis’ brother. Each of the poets will read from their collections, examining their concepts of the Divine and challenging our own, as well as engage in...

Abstract Experience the inspirational and contemplative sound meditation of Michael Gordon’s Timber in the Rothko Chapel. Performed by six percussionists on amplified 2x4's called a simantra, an instrument used in Eastern Orthodox liturgical services, the patterns in the music subtly change and evolve, much the colors in Mark Rothko’s paintings. Performers include percussionists Brandon Bell, Craig Hauschildt, Luke Hubley, Graeme Francis, Matthew McClung, and Neil Sisauyhoat, marking the Houston...

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Carol Mancusi-Ungaro

Abstract Ryan Makhani and Shaida Adatia discussed and led participants through a diverse range of Sufi meditative traditions with an emphasis on spiritual and mystical practices from around the world, highlighting the ideas of compassion and prayer. Participants were exposed to Islamic traditions from countries as far ranging as Turkey, Tajikistan, India, Indonesia, Iran and Morocco.The meditation was in three parts: -An introduction and brief on the richness of poetry and the oral...

Abstract Join us for a Twilight Meditation honoring International Women's Day, with a focus on the unique challenges that displaced refugee women face throughout the world. Women who are refugees and immigrants will share their personal stories and testimonies. The evening will close with a community conversation about the importance of individual and collective efforts to advocate for and support just and equitable policies in support of refugees and immigrants.Musical performance by...

Abstract Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche leads participants in a Bon-Buddhist meditation. Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is a teacher of the Bon Tibetan religious tradition and is the founder and director of the Ligmincha Institute. At age 10, Tenzin Rinpoche was ordained as a monk at Menri Monastery near Dolanji, India. In 1986 he received his geshe degree, equivalent to a doctorate in philosophy from Western universities. Upon graduating, Tenzin Rinpoche was employed at the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives...

Abstract Kinley Lange. Taizé worship, originating from France, incorporates music and prayers with songs in many languages, including chants and icons from the Eastern Orthodox tradition. The music emphasizes simple phrases, usually lines from Psalms or other pieces of Scripture, repeated and sometimes also sung in canon. Kinley Lange has been working as a choral musician for almost 40 years, conducting children, youth, church, civic, and professional choirs. He was the founder and artistic director...