Spirituality

Is mysticism necessary for the survival of Christianity? What exactly is Christian mysticism? Questions like these inspired a newly updated edition of The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism from author Carl McColman.

"Contemplation and Community is a collection of stories which brings together the diverse voices who have emerged as new leaders of the contemplative movement.

In Eye of the Heart, Cynthia Bourgeault investigates the imaginal realm--an energetic realm well known to the mystical traditions but often forgotten in our own times.

This new edition of a classic religious text combines the timeless wisdom of Benedict of Nursia's Rule with the perceptive commentary of a renowned Benedictine mystic and scholar.

Drawing on the Bible, the Fathers of the early Church and medieval mysticism, Thomas à Kempis' four-part treatise shrugs off the allure of the material world, blending beauty and bluntness in a supremely spiritual call-to-arms.

Elegant, passionate and filled with the love of God's creation, Heschel's The Sabbath has been hailed as a classic of Jewish spirituality ever since its original publication. It has been read by thousands of people seeking meaning in modern life.

Recommended by the Reverend George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar of The Cathedral of St. Philip.

Let's give ourselves an A for effort. We keep our minds so preoccupied with work projects that we act and think on autopilot. Sabbath keeping reminds us that we are free to rest each week.

The mystics and Scripture tell us: The heart is the temple of God within us, and within the heart, we hold the key to live a truly divine life. But how do we embody the tremendous love available to us, deep in our hearts?
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DIGNITY by Beth-Sarah Wright is a book containing transformative set of ideas to help individuals and communities identify and address barriers to authenticity.

St. Teresa's message of humility, simplicity, persistence, and faith is replete with language that is at times earthy, and full of self deprecating humor.

Whatever you thought you knew -- about God, about life, about the world -- Mother Teresa's extraordinary message will take you deeper still!

Hildegard of Bingen was widely consulted as an oracle and prophet and wrote prolifically on doctrinal matters, as well as on secular matters like medicine.

The secret to happiness is to acknowledge and transform suffering, not to run away from it. Here, Thich Nhat Hanh offers practices and inspiration transforming suffering and finding true joy.

In the brief instant Sarah Bessey realized that her minivan was, inevitably, going to hit the car on the highway on the bright, clear day of the crash, she knew intuitively that it would have life-changing consequences.