Compassionate Houston’s Book studies

Compassionate Houston offers four seasonal book studies throughout the year facilitated by our amazing book study champions and dedicated volunteers Marlin Murdock, board member, and Pam Lewis, board president.

Meet people of our rich community once a week over a 4-week period, bringing together a multitude of perspectives on topics aimed to foster a greater understanding of compassion, kindness, respect and identify personal and public ways to practice it regularly.

Our book studies are conducted virtually as they offer several benefits compared to in-person meeting such as comfort and convenience, cost-effectiveness as participants can save on transportation costs and troubles driving through Houston’s traffic, larger outreach, and easy accessibility.

Our book studies are always free of charge. Offering them is part of our mission to cultivate compassion in Greater Houston.

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First Seasonal Book Study 2026

All in This Together: Stories and Teachings for Loving Each Other and Our World

Compassionate Houston and partner Insight Meditation Houston are delighted to co‑host our first quarterly book study featuring Jack Kornfield’s newest work.

This inspiring collection blends heartfelt stories, Buddhist wisdom, and contemporary reflections on compassion and community—drawn from more than five decades of Jack’s teaching.

Please join us exploring this guide for living with kindness, courage, and connection in today’s world.

Logistics

Dates: Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 7:00–8:30pm CT
Location: Online via Zoom
Facilitators: Pam Lewis and Marlin Murdock
Registration Deadline: February 4 6pm
Space is limited to 20 participants!

> Register Here

St. Martin’s Publishing Group: “Beloved meditation teacher Jack Kornfield shares teachings and stories that help us remember our basic goodness, free ourselves from fear, and pave a path to belonging. These marvelous tales remind us that the pain and beauty of our experience is what connects us together.”

About the Author

Jack Kornfield is a psychologist, author, and co‑founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. Widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in modern mindfulness, he has introduced Buddhist teachings to Western audiences with warmth and accessibility. His books and teachings emphasize compassion, presence, and the power of community.

BUY AND SUPPORT LOCAL

Blue Willow Bookshop—a cherished local gem and vendor for two consecutive years at our annual luncheon—is partnering with us for our seasonal book studies. They are offering 15% off our seasonal books to all book study participants!

Here’s how to get your copy:

In-store: Just mention you’re part of the Compassionate Houston book study.

Online: Order → here. Be sure to write “Compassionate Houston book study” in the comments section to receive your discount.
Pickup or shipping available!

Let’s read together, grow together, and support local while we’re at it. 💙