Welcome to my evolving personal blog. Sort of a viaticum on the journey of life, to borrow a usage from Kenneth Burke. For the most recent post, go here.
My themes include politics, theology, music and pattern language. If you have a Kindle please visit my Kindle Page. In addition to this blog, I am currently giving much of my time to the creation of an online novel called The Complete History of Adam Panflick. I am also high on Twitter as an incredible communications medium. Please visit my Twitter Profile.
About Me I’m a 73 year old born-and-raised New Yorker living on the island where I was born. I have always made my living writing, thinking and composing. I believe music is among the most profound therapies. I believe in self-analysis based on some principles of Assagioli’s psychosynthesis. I practice guidance and goal-setting. More.
More on the Themes noted above:
Sustainable human settlements: That do not depend on oil or the car. For more start on my Pattern Language introduction page.
Civil Rights: A short account of my civil right involvement is posted at http://www.crmvet.org/vet/roses.htm
Religion: Spirituality based on nonidolatry, tolerance, democracy and helpfulness. There is a lot more about this strews throughout this blog and also among my many podcasts related to Beyond Creed.
Politics: Obama to me = reason and common sense. Obama is a consensus creator. The US will lead to the extent that it creates an economy that is post-oil and post-car. We need integral human settlements where most everything you need to live (schools, first aid, shops, pueblo dwellings, recreation, etc.) is within walking distance. Where High tech meets Christopher Alexander’s pattern language. We need more and more to see that heaven is attainable on earth to the extent that vision of its attainment is part of the spectrum of consciousness of each individual.
The Complete History of Adam Panflick is a combination of memoir and fiction that covers more than a century to the present day.
Homicide: The worst crime one can commit is to deny the fundamental freedom and dignity of any individual to make decisions that affect that individual’s destiny. I reject any thinking that would abridge the right of any individual to say no.
PROFILE INFO
Born in NYC, attended Oberlin & Trinity Schools, then Exeter and Williams (Phi Beta Kappa 1958). Worked with the Reverend James Robinson, finished Union Theological Seminary in NYC (1961). Joined Student Interracial Ministry in Nashville. Founded Renewal Magazine in Chicago, served The Christian Century and Christianity Crisis magazines. Covered civil rights in Oxford, Birmingham and Selma. Interviewed Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X. My book The Grass Roots Church had impact on the ecumenical movement. Have authored some 15 books, been a house-husband and father of three wonderful (grown) children. I have written published music choral and popular. Most recently I served in UN agencies including UNICEF in NYC and edited CHOICES which was the flagship magazine of UNDP. This solo blog seeks to revive the better elements of the 1960s and warns against the dangers that can rise during times of intense change. In terms of readership and potential influence, it reaches beyond any book or article circulation I’ve ever had.
HOW I MAKE A LIVING:
One way is not spending a lot and living simply. Another is continuing to do writing and editing in Manhattan. most recently for UN agencies. On a limited basis, I can help spruce up (or conceptualize) writing projects, provided people are willing to work remotely. I do not maintain an open office.
If you would like to donate to the uncompensated work that goes into this blog please click the link below:
Send a Personal Email to Stephen C. Rose
Civil Rights Experience
What I Believe (Podcast)
Beyond Creed: From Religion To Spirituality
Panflick: The Boston Car Wars (1988)
Bea said,
December 31, 2008 at 12:07 am
really loving your blog.came accross it on B.O’s website Thanks….
Gene said,
April 4, 2009 at 5:01 pm
Hi! Just discovered your site. I see that you’ve blogrolled my site. Much appreciated! I have, of course, returned the favour.
Kind regards!
Brendan Pattison said,
August 8, 2009 at 5:39 pm
Wow. Such a beautiful site. I look forward to exploring it. Simply opening up your home page flooded me with love and serenity. Thank you.