Another World is Possible

Another World is Possible Transformation through Hospitality and Dialogue in the Syrian Desert Rev. Amy Newell-Large Apr 13, 2025 About an hour north of Damascus, carved into a rocky ridge in the Syrian desert, sits a monastery called Deir Mar Musa. Originally built in the 11th century, it’s the kind of place that breathes with […]
Secrets of the Civil Rights Movement

In this insightful episode, special guest Pablo Del Real presents a compelling talk on the ‘Secrets of the Civil Rights Movement,’ focusing on key elements like spiritual preparation, nonviolent resistance, and the role of youth. Delving into the lessons from the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and Project C, Pablo explores the power of determination and […]
Activity and Stillness with Peter Coyote

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Peter Coyote, who shares personal anecdotes, insights into Buddhism, and actionable advice for navigating the turbulent political landscape. He emphasizes the importance of community, building resilient local networks, and turning personal anger into constructive action. Discover how to balance activism with spiritual practice and create a more compassionate […]
Education for Peace with Reverend Dr. Leonisa Ardizzone

Peace education methodology is progressive, promoting egalitarian learning environments, open inquiry & significant learner participation. Peace Education asks learners to examine a) impediments to peace, b) structural forces that limit peaceful conditions, c) root causes of impediments, d) roles we play as agents of change to enact peace on personal, interpersonal, communal & global levels, […]
Life as a Palestinian Christian & Holy Land Trust Nonprofit

Elias Deis from the Holy Land Trust elucidates the deep-seated historical roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting challenges such as military occupation, settlement expansions, and restrictions on movement. He emphasizes the importance of addressing collective trauma and fostering mutual respect between diverse communities, including Jews, Christians, and Muslims. The Holy Land Trust focuses on transforming […]
“Never again – for everyone!”

An interview with Zen Peacemaker Roshi, Barbara Salaam Wegmüller Roshi (Bern) and Cornelius von Collande Roshi (Würzburg), about the upcoming Auschwitz Retreat in November 2024 against the backdrop of the current war in the Middle East. The interview was held in May 2024, therefore only the war in Gaza and not in Lebanon is addressed […]
Dr Ari Ariyaratne – the Gandhi of Sri Lanka

Join Hoka Iris Dotan Katz, Dr. Vinya Ariyaratne & Tani Katz for an interactive presentation: Dr. Ariyaratne was one of the most important leaders of engaged Buddhism in the world. He was the founder and leader of the Sarvodaya movement. Sarvodaya is a social non-violence movement based on Buddhist and Gandhian principles and practice. Currently Sarvodaya is […]
Holy Land Trust: Fostering Peace, Justice, Healing and Transformation

Meet Zen Peacemakers’ Affiliate, Holy Land Trust’s Executive Director, Elias Deis to learn more about his organization and current projects. Holy Land Trust is a non-profit Palestinian organization committed to fostering peace, justice and understanding in the Holy Land. They are deeply committed to exploring the root causes of violence and seek to develop solutions to address them. They believe […]
Polish Peacemakers On The Current Situation In Ukraine

June 2024 Please join us to hear an update from our Polish Peacemaker friends, Orina Krajewska of Małgosia Braunek “Be” Foundation and the Zwiazek Buddyjski/Kanzeon Sangha in Warsaw, along with volunteer and activist Vladyslav Gryn as they talk about the ongoing situation in Ukraine and Poland.
Committed Relationships & Peacemaking

please join: Roshis Pat Enkyo O’Hara & Barbara Joshin O’Hara, Roshis Nicolee Jikyo McMahon & Barry Kaigen McMahon, Roshis Gerry Shishin Wick & Ilia Shinko Perez, Roshis June Ryushin Tanoue & Robert Joshin Althouse