Compassionate Houston

As we step into 2026, we carry forward the clarity and compassion we cultivated together last year. In a world that can feel clouded by division and uncertainty, we choose to look for the good — in ourselves, in one another, and in our communities.

Having discovered so much good around us, we’re ready to set it in motion. With your partnership, we’ll turn small moments of kindness, appreciation, and insight into shared momentum.

And as that momentum grows, we invite you to add your own contribution — your visionary idea, your innovative creativity, your unique voice. Each of us has the capacity to strengthen compassion in our community, and when we act with intention, the good expands in ways none of us could spark alone!

Join us in our 2026 theme: FIND THE GOOD. PUT IT IN MOTION. ADD YOUR VOICE.

With love and joy for the year ahead,

Compassionate Houston Board of Directors

1st Quarter Book Study 2026

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.

Dates & Logistics

Dates: Four consecutive Thursday evenings in February (5, 12, 19, 26)

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 4, 6:00 PM

Compassionate Integrity Training (CIT) returns this Winter/Spring beginning February 17

CIT is a practical, experiential course that helps us strengthen the skills that support compassion, resilience, and wise action — both personally and in our communities.

In the spirit of our 2026 theme, Find the Good. Put It in Motion. Add Your Voice., joining and supporting CIT is a meaningful step toward shifting our collective focus toward what is positive, constructive, and life‑giving in our world. These skills help us not only survive challenging times, but truly thrive.

Following the inspiring energy of our fall cohort — which included local and international participants — we’re excited to welcome learners from Houston and around the world to our upcoming course. For details and to register follow the link below.

Thank You to Partner Marci Sharif

For the past two years, Marci Sharif has generously offered a 30‑minute monthly self‑care circle. Through a thoughtful blend of contemplative practices and guided group reflections, participants found meaningful connection with one another while prioritizing self‑care around a new theme each month.

Our December Circle marked the conclusion of Meditate & Connect with Marci. Compassionate Houston will continue hosting monthly meditation and reflection circles, with details to be shared in January 2026.

We extend heartfelt thanks to Marci and to all who have joined these circles since our inaugural lunch meditation in 2023.

To accompany this new framework, the Charter is introducing The Practical Guide to Compassion 2.0 — a living manual for individuals, communities, and organizations who wish to turn compassion into measurable, lasting change.

Charter for Compassion 2.0 is not a new document — it is a new movement. Click below to learn more about Charter 2.0 and the global launch, read the full text and download the Charter 2.0 Guidebook.

Sign the Charter for Compassion

Throughout the year, we are launching programs, opportunities, and service projects that address Compassionate Houston’s main objectives. We want to connect most effectively with you and your needs. Please fill out our survey by clicking on the button “Individual Survey.”