Workshop title
Exploring Loving Kindness and Compassion practice in two different contexts
Workshop Description and Topic
In this workshop we will explore two ways of approaching and practicing loving kindness and compassion. One approach is from the Christian tradition and the other from Zen Buddhism. What might the differences be and how do they feel to practice? Will include both practice and feedback / discussion.
Presenter’s Biography, highlighting your professional background
Ramona Nash: Multifaith Chaplaincy Coordinator, University of Exeter (UK); PhD candidate in Theology and Religion: thesis topic of Compassion in Christian theology, contemplative practice and mindset, and interfaith encounter.
Hogets Baerndal: Mindfulness chaplain, Meditation teacher and teacher trainer, Imperial College London, Buddhist chaplain, King’s College London
Maximum Number of Participants for the Workshop
Up to 20
Any special considerations for participants, such as mobility requirements
Accessible for everyone
Indication of whether the workshop contains any religious content, specifying the religious affiliation if applicable
Uses contemplative / meditation practices from Zen Buddhism and the Christian tradition.