Fetzer Institute

The Fetzer Institute (pronounced: FET-zer In-sti-tute) is a non-profit foundation based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA. The organization is dedicated to fostering awareness of the power of love and forgiveness in the emerging global community.

Etymology

The institute is named after its founder, John E. Fetzer, a pioneer broadcaster and former owner of the Detroit Tigers baseball team. The name "Fetzer" is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word "vetzer", meaning "weaver".

History

The Fetzer Institute was established in 1986 by John E. Fetzer. The organization's mission is to explore the relationship between the physical and spiritual dimensions of life, with a focus on love and forgiveness.

Related Terms

Non-profit organization: An organization that uses its surplus revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission, rather than distributing its surplus income to the organization's directors (or equivalents) as profit or dividends.
Love: A complex set of emotions and attitudes towards another person, often associated with strong affection and personal attachment.
Forgiveness: The intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and attitude regarding an offense, and overcomes negative emotions such as resentment and vengeance.
Global community: A term that refers to the interconnection of human beings through the world, regardless of geographical, political, or cultural boundaries.

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