Mindfulness. That’s a great word, isn’t it? I was recently giving a presentation on Mindfulness to the Catechumenate program at the University of the South. After a brief introduction, we broke up into small groups, and each group went through the basic method that I’ve written about here and in my book, Just Begin. In Read More …
Before we dig into my definition of mystical theology, I think it is important first to define the term mystical. While definitions abound with regard to this adjective, my primary reference point is the succinct description provided by Bernard McGinn: Thus we can say that the mystical element in Christianity is that part of its Read More …
Here are some brief points outlined by Father Thomas Keating (cf. Open Mind, Open Heart) which can help structure one’s understanding and practice of centering prayer. If you are curious about any particular point, please post a comment, and I’ll do my best to clarify/explain in greater detail — During the prayer period various kinds Read More …
