Gabriel Marcel’s Wisdom | Season 11 Wrap-Up of “Turning to the Mystics”
We hope you enjoyed season 11 of Turning to the Mystics, guided by our hosts, James Finley and Kirsten Oates. This season, we turned to French philosopher Gabriel Marcel for spiritual guidance and explored teachings from book “The Philosophy of Gabriel Marcel” by Kenneth T. Gallagher.
“Being human, and consciousness, and love, and death aren’t problems; they’re mysteries.”
—James Finley, “Turning to the Mystics”
A “Turning to the Mystics” Listener Story
We are always touched to hear from our listeners, who offer insights into applying contemplative wisdom to their own journey. Perhaps these words from a listener named Marilou will resonate with you:
“Words cannot adequately express my gratitude for the Turning to the Mystics podcast. I started listening a few years ago on my daily walks, and the episodes have impacted me on so many levels.
They have enriched and deepened my faith and life. I feel as if I can listen to the sessions again and again and always discern something new.”
It is our sincere hope that season 11 of Turning to the Mystics and the book “The Philosophy of Gabriel Marcel” can enrich and deepen your faith as well.
“What is Love asking out of me? How do I negotiate this?”
—James Finley, “Turning to the Mystics”
Highlights from “Turning to the Mystics” Season 11
Through each episode of this podcast season, you’re invited to uncover the philosophy, wisdom, and spiritual guidance of Gabriel Marcel.
- Turning to Gabriel Marcel — We cover the life and person of Gabriel Marcel and discuss how his ideas can transform our lives.
- Gabriel Marcel: Session 1 — In the tenor of Lectio Divina, James Finley reads passages from “The Philosophy of Gabriel Marcel.”
- Dialogue 1: Core Themes — James and Kirsten focus on core themes from Marcel.
- Gabriel Marcel: Session 2 — This is the second session that focuses on the philosophy of Marcel.
- Dialogue 2: Fidelity — In this second dialogue episode, our hosts explore the theme of fidelity.
- Gabriel Marcel: Session 3 — Reflect on the qualitative essence of the book “The Philosophy of Gabriel Marcel.”
- Dialogue 3: Hope — Unpack the theme of hope within the thoughts and teachings of Marcel.
- Gabriel Marcel: Session 4 — This session includes a meditative practice.
- Dialogue 4: Love — In our final dialogue episode, turn towards Gabriel Marcel’s theme of love.
- BONUS: Greg Sadler on Gabriel Marcel — Greg Sadler explores Marcel’s philosophy, with special attention paid to fidelity, hope, and love.
- A Coaching Session on Gabriel Marcel — Review season 11 and turn towards Marcel for guidance on your own spiritual path.
- Gabriel Marcel: Listener Questions — In this episode, Kirsten and James answer listener questions from season 11.
Transcripts are available for each episode.
On every season of Turning to the Mystics, we embark on in-depth explorations of the teachings of one unique mystic. New episodes are coming soon!
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