What does spirituality mean in the modern age? In a time and place where secularism is on the rise and spirituality is frequently commoditized, what is the underlying force and purpose that drives our actions? Do humans need a spiritual basis for action? What role does religion play?

At this time of year, when the big questions of religiosity, family, death and renewal are most present, we often have the least time to reflect upon them. This salon will take a step back from the everyday and delve more deeply into what shapes our values and gives us deeper meaning in life.

Tim is a writer, storyteller, songwriter, and university senior lecturer in English at Santa Clara University. He is widely published, including several acclaimed children’s books, volumes of poetry, and an eclectic collection of fiction for adults that spans the genres of fantasy, science fiction, memoir, and others. His forthcoming book of spiritual poetry will be released on November 16.

This salon took place December 9, 2018.