Open Heart Conversations
Open Heart Conversations is a place to meet, discover, and learn about different faith and wisdom traditions. Together we’ll explore and celebrate our rich and beautiful diversity through Christianity, Judaism, Islam, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Hinduism, Buddhism, Native American, African spirituality, and more. Moderated by Bishop Heather Shea and Rev. Dr. José M. Román of the United Palace of Spiritual Arts, Open Heart Conversations welcomes everyone.
Episodes
Thursday, November 4, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Modern Monastic Life in the 21st Century
Join Rev. Renee Rossi and Rev. Dr. José M. Román as they explore modern monastic life in the latest episode of Open Heart Conversations. They will be joined by Brother Paul Quenon, who… |
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Thursday, September 2, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
The Shadow and the Spiritual Path with Caroline Myss
Join Bishop Heather Shea, renowned scholar and researcher Dr. Jean Houston, and Rev. Dr. José M. Román as they welcome beloved teacher and writer … |
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Thursday, August 5, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Exploring the Teachings and Practices of Sufism
Join Bishop Heather Shea and Rev. Dr. José M. Román as they welcome Muhammad Ichlas to explore the teachings and practices of the Sufi tradition. Considered the mystical path of Islam, Sufism has… |
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Thursday, July 1, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Exploring A Course in Miracles with Marianne Williamson
Please join Bishop Heather Shea, Rev. Renee Rossi, and Rev. Dr. José M. Román as they explore A Course in Miracles (ACIM) with one of its most acclaimed teachers, Marianne Williamson.… |
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Thursday, June 3, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Open Heart Conversations: Dreams and the Spiritual Life
Dreams play a central role in many of the stories found in the enduring spiritual and religious traditions of the world. In nearly all the wisdom traditions, dreams are gateways to the deepest… |
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Thursday, May 6, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Open Heart Conversations on Ritual
Please join Rev. Dr. José M. Román and Rev. Rob Way of the United Palace of Spiritual Arts for this month’s Open Heart Conversations as they explore the power of rituals with spiritual… |
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Thursday, April 1, 2021 9:00 am (CDT)
Jainism: Religion of the Soul with Nitin Ajmera
Often referred to as the “religion of the soul,” Jainism is one of the world’s oldest enduring spiritual traditions and the focus of this month’s Open Heart Conversations. Join Rev. Dr.… |
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Thursday, March 4, 2021 9:00 am (CST)
Open Heart Conversations on Meditation with Sharon Salzberg
Meditation and mindfulness traditions have been present for most of our society’s history, with evidence of these practices dating back to nearly 5000 B.C.E. Join Rev. Dr. José M. Román and Rev.… |
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Thursday, February 4, 2021 9:00 am (CST)
An Exploration of Lutheranism with Pastor John Flack
Explore the branch of Christianity that launched the Protestant Reformation on this month’s episode of Open Heart Conversations. Join Rev. Dr. José M. Román of the United Palace of… |
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Thursday, January 7, 2021 9:00 am (CST)
Light in Darkness: An Astrologer Reads the Journey Into 2021
This month’s Open Heart Conversations explores our unique, collective journey into a new year and age as a civilization through the lens of astrology. Join Rev. Dr. José M. Román and… |