The Universe Story: A Cosmic Spiral Ritual led by Brian Thomas Swimme and Kacey Carmichael, hosted by the Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress with music by Judith Tripp

The Universe Story, a celebration of humanity's essential role in the evolving cosmos, originated with Thomas Berry, a Passionist Monk, and is now the life work of Dr. Brian Thomas Swimme—cosmologist and internationally-renowned speaker and author. The Universe is life-generating, creative, ever-changing, and reminds us we are constantly working with creative forces. It guides us to become self-aware earthlings conscious that nature, indeed the cosmos, is alive and creating through us. 

Veriditas is launching a new program to explore The Universe Story and the New Year is a perfect time to begin this adventure. Join us on Monday, January 8, 2024, when Brian Thomas Swimme and Kacey Carmichael will lead the Cosmic Spiral Walk. This ritual, practiced around the world, brings into our hearts and bodies the scientific knowledge of the 14-billion-year evolution of the Universe. We will open into awe, wonder, and into resonance with the great unfolding of which we are a part. Hosted by The Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress, Honorary Canon of Grace Cathedral, and musician Judith Tripp, they will provide inspiration for the labyrinth walk to complete the evening. Pre-registration is encouraged.

The evening’s call & response:

In this Emergence …

We see with awe and wonder

~ the Universe shines forth ~

Join Brian Thomas Swimme and Phil Cousineau in Chartres, France September 16-20, 2024 for Cosmogenesis: The Labyrinthine Spiritual Quest to find Meaning and Beauty in the Universe hosted by the Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress

Image: Birth of Creation stained glass window at Grace Cathedral by Narcissus Quagliata