Journey of the Universe: A Story for Our Times Specialization

Journey of the Universe is a scientific, philosophical, spiritual, and poetic offering for those seeking to understand the dynamic unfolding story in which we find ourselves. You can learn about it through readin ght ebook, watching the movie, listening to a podcast, or taking a course. This project is several decades in the making, arising out of a rich lineage of Thomas Berry, Brian Thomas Swimme, Mary Evelyn Tucker, John Grim, and many others.

Journey of the Universe - The Movie

One day on a Greek island, and your view of the universe will change forever. Ask acclaimed author and evolutionary philosopher Brian Thomas Swimme about our role as humans in this awe-inspiring universe, and his insights will light up the night skies. As our host, co-writer, and fellow traveler, he shares his infectious curiosity about life's biggest questions.

Using his skills as a masterful storyteller, Swimme connects such big picture issues as the birth of the cosmos 14 billion years ago — to the emergence of the first cell — as well as to our current impact on Earth's evolutionary dynamics. Through his engaging and thoughtful observations, audiences everywhere will discover the profound role we play in this intricate web of life. From the “great flaring forth” to the epic impact humans have on the planet today, this film is designed to inspire a new and closer relationship with Earth in a period of growing environmental and social crisis.

Journey of the Universe - Book

Journey of the Universe tells the epic story of the universe from an inspired new perspective, weaving the findings of modern science together with enduring wisdom found in the humanistic and religious traditions of the West, China, India, and indigenous peoples. The authors envision this book may help readers to discover a sense of belonging to a larger Earth community. From this perspective of interconnection and interdependence, we can better address the growing ecological and social challenges of our times.

Journey of the Universe transforms how we understand our origins and envision our future. Though a little book, it tells a big story — one that inspires hope for a way in which Earth and its human civilizations could flourish together.

Journey of the Universe - The Podcasts

Hosted by Mary Evelyn Tucker, Yale University, this series of podcasts offers interviews with scientists, environmentalists, Indigenous Leaders, Activists, Teachers, and artists who are living into ‘the new story’ of the universe.

Journey of the Universe - the courses

Our present evolutionary story of a separate, mechanistic, and competitive universe is insufficient. This limited understanding of how the universe and Earth function is leading us to destroy the natural life systems on which we rely. This is culminating in climate change and the 6th mass extinction event in Earth’s history. The loss of biodiversity and the climate emergency has initiated a wave of ecological despair and disempowerment in the human community.

Come to understand the dynamic, connected, and cooperative universe.  And when you do, so much will change.Learn a New Story - grounded in the sciences, animated by the humanities, and imbued with wisdom from Indigenous traditions and world spiritualities. Realize our connection to the universe and Earth that helps us not only know, but also shape the course of evolution for a thriving future. Find new ways as individuals and communities to create a vibrant and healthy Earth Community.