Iftar has remained one of my favorite events hosted by Open Spirit. It captures and reflects the values held by Open Spirit so beautifully. It manifests the openness of inviting people from various traditions to bring their food and share in the traditions of our Muslim brothers. Through this night of celebration, the communal spirit also is strengthened and lifted up.  Running around and helping place the food brought by everyone, I felt a sense of deep joy and gratitude as

Lisa's reflection on her Music & Poetry event at Open Spirit in January.

Dear beloved Open Spirit community: It has been around two months since I flew back to China for summer. I have been missing Open Spirit...

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by Yining Lu, Open Spirit intern Since I come from a Buddhist background, it was my first time hearing the word “Iftar” and learning...

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The moment I stepped into Edwards Hall, I was grasped by the ambience. The colorful crystal bowls were lined up in a perfect semi-circle,...

As a new intern who is still navigating my position and approaches to engage with Open Spirit, the Day of Spirit provided me with a...

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Written by Yining Lu After driving through bad traffic with thoughts of unfinished assignments slowly wearing me down and stirring the...