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Bonus: Malcolm Guite on T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets (Part 2)
On the second half of our special bonus episode, James Finley and Kirsten Oates continue their conversation with Malcolm Guite. The group briefly discusses the third of of T.S….
Daily Meditations
Contemplation and Acting for Justice
The authentic mystic can never flee from the world. He or she must resonate with the suffering and the agony that is the common legacy of humankind.… And active mystics who live…
PUBLICATIONS
Gazing Agape: Richard Rohr on Spiritual Openness
In this recorded talk, Richard Rohr reflects on the arc of his spiritual journey from a young Franciscan to contemplative author and founder of CAC.
CAC NEWS
Honoring Dr. Barbara Holmes: A Life of Contemplation and Justice
CAC Dean of Faculty Brian McLaren reflects on how many of us came to know and love Dr. Barbara Holmes through her impactful contributions to CAC’s Daily Meditations, her groundbreaking books like Joy Unspeakable and Race and the Cosmos, or her teachings in the Living School and her podcast, The Cosmic We. Whether as students, readers, or listeners, we were all touched by the depth of her wisdom and compassion. It is with great sorrow that we share the news of her passing.
“There is a deep relationship between the inner revolution of prayer and the transformation of social structures and social consciousness. Our hope lies in the fact that meditation is going to change the society that we live in, just as it has changed us.”
—RICHARD ROHR, CAC FOUNDER
Upcoming Events
Turning to the Mystics Online Retreat
Embark on an inner journey this December. Gather in contemplative community LIVE with James Finley at our upcoming Turning to the Mystics Online Retreat, December 5-8.
“Contemplation embodies compassion. The more we are transformed in compassion, the more we act with compassion toward others.”
—JAMES FINLEY, CAC FACULTY
what’s new
Practice Online Every Sunday in Advent!
Join us online for free Advent Virtual Sit Meditations inspired by Richard Rohr’s book Preparing for Christmas. Gather with us in contemplative community on Sunday mornings in December at 8:30am PT.
“Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by the apathy of many in the face of suffering in our world. My connection with CAC helps ease those moments for me.”
—DIANE C., CAC COMMUNITY MEMBER
what’s new
New Release | “ONEING: The Path of the Prophet”
Explore the 3-part journey of the prophets, from anger to grief and eventually to love, in the fall issue of CAC’s biannual journal. Featuring essays from Richard Rohr, William Barber III, Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove, Mirabai Starr, Pixie Lighthorse, and more.
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