Other Event In-person November Annual Meeting 2026

Honoring Judith Simmer-Brown: Scholarship, Contemplation, and Interreligious Friendship

Saturday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Sheraton Denver, Director's Row E … Session ID: P21-111
Abstract for Online Program Book (maximum 150 words)

This panel honors the life, work, and enduring legacy of Dr. Judith Simmer-Brown, whose scholarship, teaching, and leadership have profoundly shaped the fields of Buddhist studies, contemplative education, and Buddhist-Christian dialogue. Convened to celebrate her many contributions to the Society for Buddhist-Christian Studies and the wider academic and contemplative communities, the panel will bring together colleagues, students, and friends to reflect on the impact of her work.