Compassion Stories

The roots of the Compassion Games go deep into the ages of many cultures. Dennis Duncan and Erran Sharpe offer stories for the Port Angeles Compassion Games 2013.

Dennis will offer Stories of Compassion for Kids, on Saturday, Sept. 14th. His storytelling will be at the Port Angeles public library, at 2:00 pm. Dennis is a magical storyteller who has been telling stories to kids for many years. His stories are suitable for kids, families, and adults. For more information, contact Kristin Halberg, 425-343-2374, www.kicoaching.com

On Tuesday, Sept. 17, come find inspiration… from ancient Buddhist teaching stories to contemporary stories of compassionate deeds. Your heart will be lifted and opened as you experience the wonder of storytelling. You are the director of the movie in your head as the wings of story carry you to marvelous places and introduce you to amazing people. You will recognize the stunning depth of compassion within you as you are entertained by the exploits of people, Gods, and animals in these stories.

You are invited to this free event:

• Tuesday September 17, 2013
• from 7:00 to 8:30 pm
• Greenwood building, 113 S. Eunice St, Port Angeles.

A marvelous collection of Buddhist teaching stories has been handed down for thousands of years. Known as Jataka tales, they recount actions of people and animals, incarnations of the Buddha in which he developed the compassion which led to his eventual enlightenment. These stories are relevant and lively today, they contain timeless life lessons and spiritual principles.

Erran Sharpe is a member of the Story People of Clallam County. He trained as a storyteller with Cherie Trebon, director of the Forest Storytelling Festival in Port Angeles. He began telling stories of growth and healing as part of his work as a therapist. In the past year he has been well received as a storyteller in public venues, such as Studium Generale at Peninsula College, the Alle Stage at Studio Bob, Art Blast at the North Olympic Library, and story swaps in Port Townsend and Port Angeles.

When Erran tells stories he takes you with him on the journey. You feel warmly and compassionately welcomed into his family, reminiscing over stories that immediately feel familiar. You are gently reminded of your own stories and your journey through life.