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Simply Living's Spirituality and Wholeness LinksLook here for links to sites reflecting philosophy, study of mind, all religions and alternative spiritualities, mind-body connectedness, communion with creation, meditation and more. Please suggest links to spirituality networks, ecospirituality sites, churches, and other projects touching the transcendent; thanks! |
Alternatives for Simple Living
Since 1973, Alternatives has supplied resources, workshops, campaigns and tools for people of faith who wish to live more simply and responsibly. Christian-based, celebratory, and informed by ecospirituality, Alternatives helps individuals, families, communities and churches to resist the commercialization of what is holy. A prayerful and thoughtful voice for voluntary simplicity.
American Friends Service Committee
AFSC, the ecumenical Quaker organization promoting social justice, peace and humanitarian service, offers resources, programs, events, and background information on its web site.
Ananda is a worldwide group of individuals who share the search for higher consciousness and the ideal of service to others. Ananda, which means "joy" in Sanskrit, was founded in 1968 by J. Donald Walters (Swami Kriyananda) and is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yoganandai. The web site features daily inspirations, music, and listings of events and meditation groups, retreats and classes.
Ananda Institute of Alternative Living
At the Ananda Institute of Alternative Living in Nevada City, California, the goal of education is the same as the goal of life itself: to help young adults become successful, mature, effective, happy and harmonious. Learn about programs of study, seminars, camps, and other opportunities for growth.
A national lobbying organization with a Christian perspective, Bread for the World works toward justice for the world's hungry people. Learn about hunger and ways you can help.
A lovely and thoughtful site, the Catholic Conservation Center presents scriptural arguments for good stewardship of the Earth and its resources, quotations from Pope John Paul II and other Catholic leaders past and present, appropriate prayers, actions, and resources for Catholics interested in respect and care for creation.
Mission, philosophy, writings and resources from the Catholic Worker Movement, founded by Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin in 1933 to do justice and works of mercy.
Coalation on the Environment and Jewish Life
COEJL works to ensure that the American Jewish community integrates environmental study and action into the mainstream of Jewish life. Read about advocacy efforts and practical actions here.
A ministry of the Sisters of St. Dominic of Akron, Crown Point is a place where the principles of eco-justice are taught every day. Explore the connections between science, faith and ecology through volunteer opportunities, workshops and seminars.
Earth Ministry: Connecting People with the Creation
A Seattle-based organization working to bring together Christian and environmental motivations towards transforming individual lives, Earth Ministry provides materials, resources and events "to engage individuals and organizations in knowing God more fully through deepening relationships with all of God's creation."
A quarterly magazine exploring the relationships between ecology and spirituality, EarthLight includes news stories, interviews, reviews, and the thoughtful EarthSaints feature, introducing a notable worker for the earth in each issue. Look at selected articles from the current and recent issues, plus study guides and other resources here.
Connie Barlow and Michael Dowd travel to spread the great news of the Great Story (or Universe Story), the creation and evolution story common to all humankind. Their mission is to teach and preach the Great News of the Great Story and promote the Great Work in colleges, universities, churches, synagogues, retreat centers, and private and public schools across North America, and to network with and support others who are committed to a just, healthy, beautiful, and sustainably life-giving world for future generations of all species.
IONS conducts and sponsors research in consciousness, human potential, and the workings of the mind. Through this web site, you can access reports and articles investigating technology, healing, law, and much more. Are there limits to human understanding? Challenge yourself here.
Visit this site devoted to philosopher, author and educator Jean Houston and find lectures, book excerpts, information about the Mystery School and the Foundation for Mind Research, and more.
National Religious Partnership for the Environment
A project of the U. S. Catholic Conference, the Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life, the National Council of Churches of Christ, and the Evangelical Environmental Network, the NRPE acts "in faith to cherish and protect God's creation" -- to bring global sustainability and environmental justice to the center of religious life.
Located near Columbus in Blacklick, Ohio, Shepherd's Corner is a small corner of creation seeking to recreate the land's wholeness by rediscovering the life-giving harmony between the people and the land. Shepherd's Corner is tended by the Dominican Sisters of St. Mary of the Springs.
The "almost" serious antidote to workaholism, this whimsical but thought-provoking site encourages visitors to slow down, focus, and live in the present moment.
Reflecting the work of resistance and of hope, The Witness magazine addresses theological concerns from a progressive Anglican/Episcopalian angle, and critiques social and political issues from a faith perspective. The web site includes excerpts, tables of contents, and subscription information.
Zen Columbus is an independent community of Zen practitioners in central Ohio. This site includes a schedule of events, information and meditation resources.
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