Jon Ogden

THUR, SEPT 1, 2022   |  7:30-9:00 pm MST

Get practical insights about nurturing expansive spirituality at home.

IN-PERSON GATHERING AND VIA ZOOM:

THE CONVERSATION:

Religion and spirituality don’t have to forever be a source of division. With the right framing, language, and practices, families can nurture spirituality in a way that honors the healthiest aspects of tradition while also paving the way for something more expansive.

Pulling from the work of neuroscientists such as Lisa Miller, Andrew Newberg, Michael Ferguson, as well as the world’s wisdom traditions (including Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, Stoicism, etc.), this discussion will center on practical ways to make spirituality a central part of home life — including life with extended family. Given that faith is in flux, these are insights that will only become more and more essential in the coming years.

ABOUT JON:

Jon Ogden is a cofounder at UpliftKids.org — a curriculum and lesson library that helps families explore expansive spirituality at home. After earning a master’s in writing and a bachelor’s in literature, Jon has worked as a university instructor, curriculum creator, and writer. He’s coupled that work with a decades-long study of the world’s wisdom traditions, seeking for ways to keep the best of the past alive while evolving beyond its limitations. He lives with his spouse and two sons in Provo, Utah.

EXPLORE BEFORE WE MEET:

• The Spiritual Child by Lisa Miller
  (Video of Lisa talking about the book, The Spiritual Child)
• How Enlightenment Changes Your Brain by Andrew Newberg
  (Video of Andrew talking about enlightenment and the brain)
• The World’s Wisdom: Sacred Texts of the World’s Religions edited by Philip Novak
• The World Wisdom Bible: A New Testament for Global Spirituality edited by Rabbi Rami Shapiro
  Video of interview with Rabbi about this book.

VIEW THE RECORDED ZOOM CONVERSATION

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• Speaking of distractions—just as when we used to meet in person in the good old days, let’s be cautious about using the chat for side conversations that may distract others. You can always ask for people’s contact info and continue your conversation—I’d love that to happen. Or, let me know, and I’ll do my darndest to give you a chance to share to the group.
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