Abstract Rev. Hannah E. Atkins, Christian Tradition Suggested donation $10Through the unique blending of mindful meditation practices, guided imagery, centering prayer, and lectio divina used throughout her two decades as an Episcopal Church leader, The Rev. Hannah Elizabeth Atkins invites participants of all faiths into an hour of reinvigorating connectedness with the Indwelling Trinity. Moving from gentle stretching, intentional breathing, and mindfulness practice to a guided journey of...

Abstract Sister Adeline O'Donoghue, Christian MeditationSr. Adeline had served in many ministries of the Congregation of the sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, at Villa de Matel before being assigned to open the Ruah Center in 1988, an oasis of intentional silence and prayer whose mission is the renewal and healing of the human spirit. Ruah is a Hebrew word that suggests the life-giving breath of God. For more than 25 years, she has invited individuals burdened by the pressures of...

Abstract Rev. Laura Mayo, Christian TraditionThis meditation considers Luke 3:1-6, which speaks of preparing for the way for the Lord. As Christians move into the Advent season, they wait expectantly for Jesus. The incarnation of the divine in a the form of a little babe is made real to them anew each year through the season of hope, joy, love, and peace. Rev. Laura Mayo is the Minister of Congregational Life at Covenant Church in Houston. She is a graduate of Carson-Newman College in...

Abstract For the month of December, the Rothko Chapel presented a contemplative practice on the topic of "Justice," led by Rev. Francene Young of St. Luke the Evangelist Episcopal Church. Rev. Young led participants in reflections on passages related to the theme of justice from three different interpretations of the Bible, while providing prayers for immigrant families on the border. About the presenter: The Rev. Francene Young is the current Transition Minister for the Episcopal Diocese...

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Abstract Brandi Beckett and Simon Cox, Daoist Tradition Pay What You Can, suggested value $10For the month of February, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Daoist tradition. Led by Brandi Beckett and Simon Cox of Wudang Houston, this session explored Daoist Inner Alchemy from the San Feng lineage. The Daoist Inner Alchemy is a form of Daoist meditation centered around becoming familiar with the energies and energetic pathways in one’s body, breaking down the barrier between...

Abstract Claudia Horwitz, Deep Rest Meditation Suggested donation $10Claudia Horwitz is a leader in national efforts to integrate the power of spiritual practice with the work of social justice. In 1995 she founded stone circles, an organization based in North Carolina that sustains activists and strengthens the work for justice; in 2007, the organization created The Stone House, a center on 70 acres of land that welcomes people of all traditions for training, retreat and fellowship....

Abstract For the month of October, the Rothko Chapel presented contemplative storytelling on the topic of "Difference" in the Jewish tradition, led by Rabbi Dan Gordon of Temple Beth Torah. About the presenter: Rabbi Dan Gordon has been spiritual leader of Temple Beth Torah since 1998. He is involved in many interfaith activities, and has been part of four different interfaith tours overseas (three to Israel and one to Turkey). A chaplain for St. Luke’s Hospital, he teaches Sacred...

Abstract Marlis Hodges, Gurdjieff Tradition Suggested donation $10In the Gurdjieff Work, meditation is called a “sitting,” or a guided meditation to help participants find inner attention and awareness. Participants quietly follow the leader’s suggestions, while sitting in a relaxed, but straight posture. Marlis Hodges was a charter member of the Gurdjieff Foundation of Texas and is on the leadership council and Vice President of the Foundation. Having practiced the forms of the Gurdjieff...

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