Thomas Moore talks about the soul of Christmas

Listen to Julie Ann Turner's 2017 ConsciousSHIFT interview with Thomas Moore about his book The Soul of Christmas, a seasonal favourite.

"Moore believes this sacred holiday has plenty to offer to Christians and non-Christians alike – that is an event and a transformation that belongs to everyone. The Soul of Christmas is all about Christmas – taking a look at one of the important symbols of the Christmas season (the birth of Jesus in a manger, the guiding star, the Magi, the Angels, and the Christmas tree), and exploring their history and their meaning, across belief systems – to discover how everyone, no matter what their religion or belief, can enjoy this magical time of year. Moore shows that focusing on the meaning behind the symbolism and the sentiment behind the commercialism can lead us to a way of living that can hold value to people of any faith: a grand experiment in living from generosity rather than competitiveness, a single day when children know better than anyone that magic exists."

Turner recorded this 55-minute segment a year ago today, on the eve of the northern hemisphere's Winter Solstice. The program provides nourishment and images for this special time of year.

Meet Thomas Moore in Dublin, 17 January 2019

Thomas Moore is in Dublin, Ireland on Thursday 17 January 2019 to give a lecture at Marino Institute of Education, affiliated with the University of Dublin.

The lecture starts at 7:00 p.m. in Edmund Hall:
The Inner Landscape of the Educator in Difficult Times

Admission: €10



Please email Dr. Denis Robinson to register.
Seating is limited.

Pick up Ageless Soul in paperback for belated gifts

January 2019 Non-Fiction Releases

Thomas Moore's award-winning book* Ageless Soul: The Lifelong Journey toward Meaning and Joy is released in paperback on 22 January 2019 by St. Martin's Press.


*Ageless Soul tops the list of  Best Spiritual Books of 2017 by Spirituality & Practice. 

Meet Thomas Moore in Milwaukee, 13 March 2019

Saint John's On The Lake 2nd annual Spirituality and Aging Symposium, Creative Age: Imagination, Insight, Wisdom is planned for 10-14 March 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Check out the Schedule of Events and register.



Thomas Moore speaks on Wednesday 13 March 2019:
3:00-4:30 p.m.
CARE OF THE AGING SOUL
Author, Ageless Soul: The Lifelong Journey toward Meaning and Joy

At the close of this session the participant will be able to:
+ Describe how soul differs from spirit and how the two richly intersect;
+ Demonstrate how to use both tradition and imagination in creating a senior spirituality;
+ Remember that night dreams and a “dreamier” everyday life help adjust to older years;
+ Explain how a soulful life deepens and enhances aging.

Registration is $250 for the full symposium or $40 for Moore's event.
"Experience five days of lectures, programs, and cultural events. Lunch is included Monday through Thursday." Early Bird price effective through 31 January 2019.

Saint John's On The Lake
1840 North Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Telephone: (414) 831-7300