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Founded by Fr. Richard Rohr, the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) exists to introduce Christian contemplative wisdom and practices that support transformation and inspire loving action. Volunteers on CAC board committees play an instrumental role in helping guide the development of policies and procedures

When Richard Rohr founded the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) in 1987, he felt called to create something new. From the start, his vision was to provide spiritual grounding for a movement of contemplative activists and prophetic leaders — an “underground seminary” that would teach the path of praxis

Earlier this week, Teresa Mateus, a respected colleague, posted an open letter critical of the Center for Action and Contemplation. Specifically, she has raised questions concerning my handling of allegations of abuse against a former Living School student and fellow member of our larger spiritual community. She also