The Wings of Flourishing: A New Era of Studying Multidimensional Well-being
After more than six years of cutting-edge research involving renowned institutions such as Harvard, Gallup, and Baylor University, along with significant funding from the Fetzer Institute, the three Templeton Foundations, and others, it was a joy to attend the first public event of the Global Flourishing Study (GFS) at the Gallup headquarters.
Now Available: A More Perfect Union in Paperback
Now Available: A More Perfect Union in Paperback
The Fetzer Institute is honored to celebrate the paperback release of A More Perfect Union: A New Vision for Building the Beloved Community by Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, available starting today!
Guided by Sacred Love: The Life and Legacy of Pope Francis
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Pope Francis, a beacon of light and compassion whose open-hearted approach to peace-building and interfaith dialogue touched countless lives and profoundly impacted our world's spiritual landscape.
Fetzer Institute CEO, Bob Boisture, Retires
For Immediate Release
Kalamazoo, MI - April 8, 2025 — After 12 years of service, Bob Boisture, President and CEO of the Fetzer Institute, plans to retire on June 30, 2025. Bob will continue to serve as a member of the Institute’s Board of Trustees.
Religions for Peace and Fetzer Institute Partner on a Sacred Shared Flourishing
Transforming Global Development
Religions for Peace and Fetzer Institute Partner on a Sacred Shared Flourishing
Kalamazoo, Michigan-March 27 – Religions for Peace (RfP), the world’s largest multi-religious organization, in collaboration with the Fetzer Institute, today announced a pioneering new initiative, the “Sacred Shared Flourishing,” aimed at addressing the pervasive “polycrises” facing humanity by promoting a shared sacred worldview rooted in love and solidarity.
Fetzer Institute Board Member, The Rev. Jennifer Bailey, Joins The Dan And Margaret Maddox Fund As Executive Director
United States, November 14, 2024 – The Fetzer Institute is pleased to announce that its beloved board member, Rev. Jennifer Bailey, has been appointed as the new Executive Director of The Dan and Margaret Maddox Fund. This addition brings a wealth of experience and a new vision for the Fund's initiatives, which align with the Institute's mission of fostering a more compassionate and connected world.
"SHARED SACRED STORY" EPISODE 1: GENERATIONAL DEVOTION
In the first episode of our new "Shared Sacred Story" series, we delve deep into the concepts of generational devotion and spiritual heritage with the remarkable Munpreet Kaur.
Meet Munpreet Kaur!
Munpreet Kaur is a dynamic scholar-practitioner of the Sikh tradition, bringing a wealth of knowledge from her background as a media and communications professional, a qualified drama and movement therapist, and a key member of the University of Birmingham’s Improving Adult Social Care (IMPACT) Centre.
Fetzer Institute Appoints Steven Harris as Vice President of Ecosystem Transformation
Kalamazoo, Michigan, July 8, 2024 — The Fetzer Institute announces the appointment of Steven Harris as vice president, ecosystem transformation, effective July 15. In this new role, he will lead the Institute’s work in select sectors or “ecosystems” to center the sacred and bring spiritual solutions to some of our society’s greatest challenges. Harris will also join the Institute’s leadership team.
Defying Darkness: Love's Radical Rebellion Against Global Discord
In the midst of the deadly conflict between Israel and Hamas, it’s hard to make heads or tails of religion. The situation is complex and multifaceted, with faith playing only a part. But before jumping to the conclusion that humanity would be better off without religion, we must raise a crucial question. How can the underlying source of light within all of the world’s great faith and spiritual traditions be maintained in times of such brutality and darkness?
Fetzer Names Dan Cardinali to Chair Its Board of Trustees
The Fetzer Institute Board of Trustees has elected Dan Cardinali to serve as its next chair.
Cardinali, who has served as a trustee since 2018, will serve a three-year term effective October 20, 2023. He succeeds Carolyn Thompson Brown, who has served as board chair since 2018 and remains a trustee. Fetzer trustees set broad policy relating to grantmaking, investments, governance, and professional standards. They also oversee internal and independent audits of the Institute’s finances.