Everyday Mysticism: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Brother David Steindl-Rast

A rare, intimate celebration of the remarkable life and wisdom of Brother David Steindl-Rast


  • Venue: Cowell Theater at Fort Mason, San Francisco
  • Date: July 25, 2016
  • Time: 3:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Price: $100

A rare, intimate celebration of the remarkable life and wisdom of Brother David Steindl-Rast, his vast legacy of grateful living, and his 90th birthday. This 3-part event includes:

* A rich afternoon conversation from 3 – 5 pm about “lived mysticism” with Br. David and some of his “next generation” friends, including Soren Gordhamer of Wisdom 2.0, Nipun Mehta of ServiceSpace, and Zen teacher Diane Musho Hamilton, ending with a poetic dedication by Jane Hirshfield,
* A reception with light fare from Cow Hollow catering, refreshments, a cash bar, and book-signings (with books for sale) from 5 – 7 pm,
* An evening celebration from 7 – 9 pm with a narrated A/V biography of Br. David’s life from the Special Collections Archives, a Tribute video, honors, stories, poetry, and blessings from Michael Lerner and other special friends.

Supports a Legacy Fund to support Br. David’s work in perpetuity,