Turning to the Mystics Online Retreat: The Way of the Mind and the Way of the Heart
Do you feel fully present in your relationship with God? How about with others — or even yourself? Learn new ways to open your heart and mind to deeper relationships with God, yourself, and everything seen and unseen. Join CAC faculty member and podcast host James Finley for the Turning to the Mystics Online Retreat: The Way of the Mind and the Way of the Heart, December 7 – 10, 2023. This event will be recorded. All registrants will have access to the replay for one full year.
Turning to the Mystics podcast host James Finley often says, “Every present moment is life and death.” Awaken your heart and mind to the rise and fall in each moment through the timeless wisdom of the mystics in this special, once-a-year online retreat. James and podcast co-host Kirsten Oates invite you to reconnect to the heart of Divine relationships through the Christian mystics.
“It isn’t just you in a relationship with God; God’s in a relationship with you. You are God’s relationship with you.”
—james finley
James Finley will guide attendees through teachings, conversations, and practices designed to help explore the mystical way of the heart and mind.
Retreat Schedule
- Day 1: Thursday, December 7 | 3:30 – 5pm PST
- Day 2: Friday, December 8 | 9am – 5pm PST
- Day 3: Saturday, December 9 | 9am – 5pm PST
- Day 4: Sunday, December 10 | 9am – 12:30pm PST
A detailed agenda and event access information will be sent closer to the event date. Participants will need a device with reliable internet access, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer to access Zoom.
Registration
Registration for this event is open from November 8 through December 5. This event will be recorded. All registrants will have access to the replay for one full year.
Cost
The cost of attending this online gathering is $497. We believe that finances should not be a barrier to participation. For that reason, we have made two additional price levels available at $378 and $289. We encourage you to select the price you are most able to afford. If none of these costs are within your means, additional financial assistance may also be available.
Please be aware that financial assistance requests must be submitted by midnight on December 1, 2023.
“James Finley has been a revelation. I more fully realize my belonging in God’s love and in my own sphere of living.”
—Vince R., CAC Community Member
Featured Teacher
As a student of Thomas Merton and a clinical psychologist, Dr. James Finley teaches how connecting to our Divine indwelling can transcend fear and shame and awaken us to our True Self. Serving as a faculty member at the Center for Action and Contemplation, James is the author of “Merton’s Palace of Nowhere” and “The Healing Path.” He also hosts CAC’s popular podcast Turning to the Mystics.
This event will be recorded. All registrants will have access to the replay for one full year.
Deepen your understanding of Christian mysticism as a path to more fulfilling relationships alongside James Finley and a growing community of contemplative seekers. Event details are subject to change. If you have any questions, contact our Community Support team.