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, June 4, 2020 9:00 am (CDT)
What Is the Brahma Kumaris, and How Can It Change the World?
Originating in Pakistan in 1936, the Brahma Kumaris, or Daughters of Brahma, is a movement that emphasizes transcending labels of race, religion, gender, and body in an effort to establish an… |
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Thursday, May 7, 2020 9:00 am (CDT)
Quakers: The Religious Society of Friends
United in their belief that the light of God lives in everyone, Quakers are members of the Religious Society of Friends, a community whose origins date back to mid-17th century England. Join Rev.… |
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Thursday, April 2, 2020 9:00 am (CDT)
Catholicism from a Zen Point of View
Having played a prominent role in the development of Western civilization, Catholicism remains one of the world’s oldest and largest continuously functioning international institutions. Explore… |
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Thursday, March 5, 2020 9:00 am (CST)
Exploring Hinduism
Explore the wisdom of the Hindu faith as expressed by the Ramakrishna Order with special guest Swami Shantatmananda, senior monk of the Ramakrishna Order. Experience these powerful teachings with… |
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Thursday, February 6, 2020 9:00 am (CST)
Bhakti Yoga—Love for Love’s Sake with Radhanath Swami
Sometimes referred to as “love for love’s sake,” bhakti is one of the four yogic paths to enlightenment and the essence of spiritual perfection. Join hosts Rev. Dr. José Román and Bishop Heather… |
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Thursday, January 9, 2020 9:00 am (CST)
Embracing the Tao
If we are in alignment with not merely nature but the very source of nature, we experience healing, good health, and profound peace and joy. Please join our host Rev. Dr. Jose as he explores… |
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Thursday, December 5, 2019 9:00 am (CST)
Understanding The Book of Mormon
This Open Heart Conversation, hosted by Rev. Dr. Jose Roman, welcomes Bishop Kent Larsen of the New York Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints (LDS). Bishop Larsen will focus on… |
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Thursday, November 7, 2019 9:00 am (CST)
What Is the Yoruba Religion?
Awaken to the beauty of the ancient Yoruba-Ifa wisdom tradition with initiated priestess and interfaith minister Iyanifa Rev. DeShannon Barnes-Bowens. Explore the history, philosophy, and… |
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Thursday, October 3, 2019 9:00 am (CDT)
What Is WICCA?
Today we welcome Rev. Wendy Van Allen from the Soul Blossom Center in Kingston, New York, to learn about Wicca, a contemporary… |
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Thursday, September 5, 2019 9:00 am (CDT)
Science and Spirituality
What if everything you knew about reality was about to be transformed? Join Dr. Jude Currivan, cosmologist, planetary healer, and author… |