Come to the renowned Montreat Retreat & Conference Center in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina (especially lovely in the springtime) for a Thursday-Sunday program on the “Wisdom of the Christian Mystics.” We will reflect on some of the teachings of the greatest mystics, from Howard Thurman to Julian of Norwich, Evelyn Underhill to...
The Language of Praise from the Psalms to Mary Oliver (And Beyond) Alice Camille, Paul Boudreau, and Carl McColman Thursday, April 25, 2024 7:30-9:00 pm Online — Click here to register. The most beloved book in the Old Testament – perhaps even the entire Bible – is the Psalms. This collection of 150 Hebrew hymns...
I'll be returning to one of my favorite monasteries — Holy Cross Monastery in West Park, NY, just north of Poughkeepsie — for a weekend retreat this spring on the topic of "Practical Mysticism: Contemplative Spirituality for a Joyful Life." The 20th century theologian Karl Rahner famously said “The Christian of the future will be...
After my retreat at Holy Cross Monastery finishes up on Sunday, June 2, I'll be driving up the road to Woodstock for my first-ever event in that legendary town! Co-sponsored by St. Gregory's Episcopal Church at the Golden Notebook Bookstore, we're billing this event as: A Book Signing and Conversation on Christian Mysticism, Celtic Paganism,...
The New Testament boldly proclaims “there is neither male nor female: for are all one in Christ Jesus” (Galatians 3:28), but for so many people, gender difference is a cause for much social and political conflict — and spiritual questioning. What is a healthy way for people of faith to approach gender issues in our time?...
One of the high points of every year is the opportunity to lead a retreat at one of the most beautiful places in Atlanta, the Ignatius House Retreat Center. Here are the details, or just go ahead and click here to register! Spiritual Wisdom from St. Ignatius and Thomas Merton Retreat leader Carl McColman invites...
Click here to register for the Modern Mystics School, including my August 3, 2024 program on Caryll Houselander! Caryll Houselander was a British mystic who lived from 1901 to 1954. I believe she is one of the most underrated of Christian mystics, so I'm glad that I've been asked to present a workshop on her...
Atlanta folks, here's a free event at the Phoenix and Dragon Bookstore, where I worked from 2001 to 2006 — it's such a joy to be invited back to share some reflections and create the space for group meditation. See you there at 1 PM on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Our time together will include...
I'll be joining the Centering Prayer group at St. James Episcopal Church in Marietta, GA on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 9 AM to Noon, to explore the relationship between mysticism and Centering Prayer. The event is open to the public (tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door). Hope you can join...
I'm so honored to be leading the annual retreat for Minnesota Contemplative Outreach. Join us for the weekend at the beautiful Christ the King Retreat Center in Buffalo, Minnesota, or participate online. Either way, hope to see you there! Gifts of the Heart: Invitation to a Contemplative Life In Our Time Ever since Thomas Keating’s...
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