In a world permeated by religious strife, renewed interest in issues of faith necessitates a journey beyond the orthodox institutions many have come to mistrust. This new brand of “seeker” is looking for an open and safe environment in which to discuss unique interpretations of consciousness, spirituality, ethics, and philosophy through the world’s complex mosaic of beliefs and customs.

Seeking the Sacred: Leading a Spiritual Life in a Secular World is a print collection of a series of transformational public lectures that addresses this search. Best-selling author Thomas Moore explores the nature of the soul. Marion Woodman, a world-renowned Jungian therapist discusses how to consciously awaken our spirits and harmonize body and mind. Lt. General Roméo Dallaire shares his personal observations and trials during his tour in Rwanda in 1994 as he tests his faith in the face of evil. Stephen Lewis, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa, identifies ways in which we can empower ourselves and others to reach out to fellow citizens in need. Finally, Martin Rutte, author of Heaven and Earth explores the relationship between our commitment to peace on earth and our will to bring this ideal to fruition. Join them for an unforgettable exploration of personal spirituality in the 21st century.

Lieutenant-General Romeo Daillaire served thirty-five years with the Canadian Armed Forces and now sits in the Canadian Senate. His Governor General's Literary Award-winning book, Shake Hands With the Devil, exposed the failures of the international community to stop the Rwandan genocide. His second book They Fight Like Soldiers, They Die Like Children, exposed the increasing use of child soldiers, as he saw first hand in Rwanda. Dallaire has received numerous honours and awards, including Officer of the Order of Canada in 2002. His activities continue to include work on genocide prevention, the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons and the Child Soldier Initiative, which seeks to develop a conceptual base for the elimination of the use of child soldiers.

Roméo Dallaire's profile page

Thomas Moore is an author, psychotherapist, musician and religious philosopher who lectures and writes in the areas of archetypal psychology, mythology, spiritual ecology and the arts. He consults for medical schools and hospitals. Thomas Moore has written many books and articles in the areas of archetypal and Jungian psychology, religion, mythology, relationships, and the arts. His best-sellers Care of the Soul, Soul Mates, and The Re-enchantment of Everyday Life, have inspired many around the globe. He has practiced psychotherapy for over 20 years and is a Relationships columnist for Beliefnet.com. Moore lived as a monk in a Catholic order for 12 years. He holds a Ph.D. in religious studies from Syracuse University.

Thomas Moore's profile page

Martin Rutte's profile page

STEPHEN LEWIS is the former UN Secretary-General's special envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa and director of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. His previous roles include Canadian ambassador to the UN, special advisor on Africa to the UN Secretary-General, and deputy executive director of UNICEF. He was named "Canadian of the Year" by Maclean's magazine in 2003 and one of the 100 most influential people in the world by TIME magazine in 2005.

Stephen Lewis' profile page

Marion Woodman's profile page