Deep, spiritual thinkers like Francis of Assisi, Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama seem to think our growing spirituality can also help us find our way in our larger, political world--while not becoming miserable or outraged, but rather joyful, hopeful and useful. A miracle! Join Dave Schmelzer for a fascinating look at how you might bridge divides, find purpose, and be a part of something big that's only good news.Mentioned on this podcast: John Oliver's Last Week Tonight interview with the Dalai Lama A growing, multi-national online group on Wednesday evenings about these things, and a live Sunday group in Los Angeles. Learn more at [email protected] St. Francis of Asissi, by G.K. Chesterton Luke 5:12-13While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him, “Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.” Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him.