"‘Big History’ is the name given to an emerging field of study that describes the evolution from the big bang up to the modern era. This is an enormous span of time—nearly 14 billion years—so it is understandably called ‘big’ history. However, it is also a shallow view of history because it leaves out themes and ideas such as consciousness, meaning, and purpose. This article seeks to deepen big history by bringing in these neglected themes through the paradigm of a living universe. "....as a … Continue reading
The New Universe Story
A delightfully creative, narrated depiction of the The New Origin Story by water colourist, Mary Coelho. In her artwork and writings, Mary pays tribute to Thomas Berry's vision for the flourishing of the Earth Community. Mary Conrow Coelho is the author of Awakening Universe, Emerging Personhood. The Power of Contemplation in a Evolving Universe (Wyndham Hall Press, 2001). She began her "New Universe Story Watercolors" in 1992. Watch video
Planetary: the trailer
'Planetary' trailer. Do you recognise anyone? "Do we need a new story or a new way of telling the story?" PLANETARY is a feature length documentary that expands on the mind-blowing perspective shared by astronauts and indigenous elders alike — that each and every one of us is inseparable from each other, the planet and the universe as a whole, a realisation that is both humbling and comforting. If more of us start to experience the simple truth of our interdependence and connection, we believe … Watch video
