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Author of Befriending Silence, The Big Book of Christian Mysticism, Answering the Contemplative Call, and other books. Retreat leader. Speaker. Professed Lay Cistercian. essed Lay Cistercian.


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What do Christian Mystics Believe?
What do Christian mystics believe? Hidden in this question is really two... read more
Hunting Magic Eels: the Quest for a Re-Enchanted...
Richard Beck, professor of psychology at Abilene Christian University in Texas, has... read more
A Meditation on the Spirituality of Healing (A...
A note from Carl: Friends, I am currently writing a manuscript that... read more
Many Paths, One Way: Balancing Religious Commitment with...
A reader, who chooses to remain anonymous, posed the following question: "a... read more
Theosis: A Misunderstood Mystical Concept
Theosis comes from the Greek θέωσις and literally means "divine state" —... read more
What is Centering Prayer?
Centering Prayer is a contemporary method of Christian spiritual practice that is... read more
James Martin: Learning to Pray
"Everyone can pray" is the hopeful and helpful opening message of Learning... read more
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