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Watch the Deluxe Trailer for “The Tears of Things” by Richard Rohr

February 14th, 2025
Featuring artwork by Noé Barnett, the deluxe trailer of “The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage,” explores themes and images of Richard Rohr’s newest book. Take a visual journey through the process of expressing prophetic wisdom through artistic creation and expression.   In his first

Living Wisdom of the Prophets

February 7th, 2025
For more than 50 years, Fr. Richard Rohr has illuminated the spiritual path with his teachings on incarnational mysticism, nondual consciousness, and contemplation—always with a deep commitment to transforming the world through love and justice.  In his newest book, “The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for

Enhancing CAC’s Online Courses: Looking Ahead to 2025

We have made the thoughtful decision to pause many of our online courses for 2025 to review and refine our offerings. This pause reflects our commitment to quality and relevance, ensuring our courses better support your journey of discovery and transformation. Improved versions of these courses will return in 2026.

2025 Daily Meditations: Being Salt & Light

The process of choosing a Daily Meditations annual theme is months in the making. This year’s theme of “Being Salt and Light” began with listening. The Daily Meditations editorial team invited CAC Dean of Faculty, Brian McLaren to dialogue with staff about what theme would be most helpful to our readers and the

Embodying the Divine Presence in January’s “We Conspire” Series

January 24th, 2025
“When I felt fear or anxiety arising within me, I would pause and ask myself the question, ‘How would this be different if I was energized by love and not by fear in this moment?’” —Wendy VanderWal Martin How can we cultivate the presence of Divine love in our lives? In January’s "We Conspire" series

Resting in God Through Silence and Stillness

January 24th, 2025
How does stillness help us embody love? The practice of Centering Prayer invites us to receive and rest in the Divine presence. Colleen Thomas of Contemplative Outreach illustrates how contemplation enriches the spiritual lives of individuals and communities. She shares about her work with younger contemplatives and

Practicing the Presence

January 24th, 2025
How do you experience the Divine presence in the midst of your committed and busy life? In January’s "We Conspire" series, we meet the 17th century Carmelite monk, Brother Lawrence, whose simple guidance and humble life have inspired millions to “practice the presence of God.” His wisdom reminds us that Divine

Monkeys in the Banana Tree

January 24th, 2025
How can we embrace contemplation when we experience inner turmoil? Wendy VanderWal of the Henri Nouwen Society reveals how Nouwen encourages us to move from fear to love through prayer, community, and justice. Nouwen’s journey of vulnerability and connection offers a roadmap for living authentically and cultivating

CAC Honors January Holy Days and Holidays | New Year’s Day, Epiphany, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day

This month the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC)’s online contemplative community honors holy days and holidays that invite us find courage for rebirth and regrowth. New Year’s Day: Find a New Direction with Contemplative Prayer CAC founder Richard Rohr explains how contemplative prayer can

News from New Mexico ⎮ January 2025

Explore January’s Featured Experiences Learn more about these opportunities to further your spiritual growth and explore the contemplative path of transformation. Explore “The Tears of Things” Website Ignite Your Practice with “Being Salt and Light” Find Deeper Insights with “Turning to the

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