Faith Matters: Origin & Purpose

Posted by Seth Schapiro | Nov 15, 2019 | Advice / Call-in, All Talk, Arts & Culture, Faith Matters, Local, Wellness | 0

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Faith Matters: Origin & Purpose

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A yoga teacher, Anglican priest, and a Scientology minister share their different perspectives about the origin and purpose of our lives.

Topic: Origin & Purpose

Guests:

Father Rob Patterson (Anglican)
Amey Mathews (Yoga Tradition)
Rick Melrose (Scientology)

In all cultures and time periods, all human beings long for a meaningful and purposeful life. But how we find meaning and purpose in our lives depends on how we see ourselves and answer some fundamental questions about life and existence. Every great spiritual tradition answers these core questions about life and meaning:

Where do we come from?
Were we created by a Divine Being who creates order and meaning or is our origin unknown?
What is the purpose of our lives?
What constitutes a “good life?”

About The Author

Seth Schapiro

Over many years, Seth Schapiro has interacted with a variety of cultures and faith perspectives, both in his personal experiences as well as in his professional life. He grew up in a Jewish home and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Studies at UCSC. While living in the mountains of eastern Kentucky, he was exposed to various Appalachian Christian traditions. After teaching elementary school, he developed a K-12 multicultural education program that teaches principles of character using the words and lives of inspiring world figures. His travels have included visiting Muslim-majority countries in the Middle East and Asia where he has observed the influence of Islamic faith on people’s everyday lives. He has also lived in Cambodia and taught at a Buddhist university in Phnom Penh.