I hope that Beyond the Robe helps you to feel closer to the monks and nuns and to better understand their immense potential to provide leadership in their world and further insight into ours. Instead of simply admiring them from afar, let's all get close enough to really listen.
I know it's way too Utopian to think we will all ever just hugand love each other- but proactively dealing with hate could be as important to the future as clean water.
For me, philanthropic return on investment is about making the biggest impact possible on fellow human beings, regardless of country, race or religion.
The way that I approach helping is to first make sure that I understand.
