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The Art of Pastoring Contemplative Reflections

7 reviews
William C. Martin

Vital Faith Resources, 2001

Christianity in a Taoism form
excellent insights into the difficult tasks of being a pastor of a church

The Contemplative Mom: Restoring Rich Relationship with God in the Midst of Motherhood

8 reviews
Ann Kroeker

Shaw Books, 2000

The very name of the book called to me
I first heard about this group through an online journaling group. The very name called to me. I knew I had to have it and I was not disappointed. The subtitle is "Restoring Rich Relationship with God in the Midst of Motherhood." I had to hear how this then mother of three could manage a relationship with God while mired down in the quagmire of motherhood. And she proposes not just any ...

Landscape as Spirit: Creating a Contemplative Garden

7 reviews
Martin Hakubai Mosko, Alxe Noden

Weatherhill, 2003

Extraordinary insights
This book is remarkable in at least three regards. First, it is so finely produced that we, as readers, can actually feel our way into the gardens it is showing us. Second, the principles of garden-making it offers us are profound, simple and flexible: we can see how the Mosko gardens emerge from them, and how our own might too. Third, and most unusual, it is deeply spiritual, coming from ...

Open Mind Open Heart: The Contemplative Dimension of the Gospel

8 reviews
Thomas Keating

Continuum, 2006

good intro to centering prayer and the works of Abbot Keating
I was introduced to centering prayer by a visit to a centering prayer support group at an Episcopal church. One of the participants there told me the fundamentals of this method of prayer, a distillation of the contemplative prayer tradition, which dates from third or fourth century Egyptian monasticism, and then we had a twenty minute session. Afterwards someone in the office photocopied for me ...

Armchair Mystic: Easing into Contemplative Prayer

10 reviews
Mark E. Thibodeaux

Saint Anthony Messenger Press, 2001

Useful Instructional Tool
Fr. Mark Thibodeaux is a spiritual director and retreat leader. When reading this book one gets the impression that he has taken a course on prayer and put it into book form. As such this book is exactly what the sub-title claims, a class on "Easing Into Contemplative Prayer." This book doesn't delve as deeply into the contemplative life as some, but it makes an excellent beginning text, ...

Radical Amazement: Contemplative Lessons from Black Holes, Supernovas, And Other Wonders of the Universe

7 reviews
Judy Cannato

Sorin Books, 2006

Fascinating and Pleasureable Read!
As a student of the Universe Story and the New Cosmology, I have read many, many books and articles on the subject. This is by far, the most readable and entertaining, as well as thought provoking and imaginative that I have found. It is at the top of my Most Recommended List for anyone interested in this subject. Based on this volume, I look forward to future works by this author. Joyce ...

Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer

28 reviews
Richard Rohr

The Crossroad Publishing Company, Inc., 1999

Great eye opener
Growing up in a fundamental Christian home and attending a conservative church,I was at first hesitant to read such a "out there" book by a catholic none the less. But it being recommended to me by my counselor as the middle road between the eastern way and the western, I was intrigued. I was so refreshed and renewed in my walk with Jesus to see Him as one who loves all and wants to be ...

The compleat angler;: Or, The contemplative man's recreation (The Abercrombie & Fitch library)

9 reviews
Izaak Walton

Abercrombie & Fitch, 1966

How The "Brotherhood of the Angle" Invites a Trout to Dinner
Three hundred fifty years ago Izaak Walton wrote of the curious blend of inner peace and giddy excitement which the amateur naturalist finds at streamside. He invites us to stroll with him through the countryside, discussing the mythology, superstition, and the science of England's aquatic fauna. It is an unrushed journey, though we often arise at sunrise, and the author introduces us to many of ...

Christian Meditation CD: Taking Control of Your Thought Life

7 reviews
Rhonda Jones

Serenity Enterprises, 2006

Award-winning meditation series! Refreshing spiritual journey!
This meditation collection CD series produced and inspired by Rhonda Jones, is not only a remarkable achievement, but also brings power and presence from above; and strength to one's spiritual journey! Rhonda's award-winning "2007 Best Holistic & Healthy Website" proves the author's extraordinary talent and abilities through the anointed-audio compilation series that truly comes to life through ...

Will and Spirit: A Contemplative Psychology

10 reviews
M.D. Gerald G May

Harper & Row, 1983

A rare gem, well worth the effort!
This is one of those rare books that excites you as you read. May speaks of contemplative prayer and spirituality as both a long time practitioner and a psychiatrist. This is neither a book of inspiring piety not a book of the mechanics of prayer. Rather, it describes the dynamics of the human mind as it comes into contact with the transcendent in contemplative prayer. As I read through the ...

Joy Unspeakable: Contemplative Practices of the Black Church

3 reviews

Augsburg Fortress Publishers, 2004

Joy indeed!
So much of what is considered contemplative practice in the Christian church derives from European monastic practices in one way or another. Despite the fact that many of the early Desert Fathers and other early theologians were Africans, their practices and history became part and parcel of the larger 'Christendom' experience. Despite the fact that monastics live in community, their ...

An Invitation to the Contemplative Life

3 reviews
Thomas Merton

Word Among Us Press, 2006

Very satisfied
Very inspiring, I could not put it down. When I was reading, I felt it was talking to my heart.

The Contemplative Way: A Christian Perspective

3 reviews
Daniel J. Kim

Ebenbrook Corp, 2008

A balanced approach
At a first glance of the title, it looks like a "West meets East" or even "Christianity meets Buddism" kind of book, but as I turned the pages, I realized the book actually advocates going back to the basics of the relationship with Jesus. Cutting through all the layers of culture specific, fad-driven, and customized Christianity palatable to modern churchgoers, the book seems to be saying, to ...

Radical Presence: Teaching as Contemplative Practice

4 reviews
Mary Rose O'Reilley

Boynton/Cook, 1998

A wonderful reflection on life; Secrets to contemplate!
This is an absolute gem! A very quick read yet will not leave you when you put it down. O'Reilley's views on contemplative teaching have not come easy. She has questioned her practices as we all do, but somehow she has excepted herself and others shortcomings and has proceeded in giving us not necessarily a guidebook, but a "give it a try" book that should help us all through this journey ...

Morning by Morning, A Prayer Journey with Tommy Hays

3 reviews

Dog Ear Publishing, 2008

Endorsements for Morning by Morning
"Tommy Hays' daily devotionals have spoken to me directly on so many occasions. They speak out of a deep reservoir of passion and desire to know God more fully and to walk in obedience to His call. This collection will become a valuable resource for those of us seeking a deeper spiritual life." --Sandra C. Gray, Ph.D. President, Asbury College "In his insightful, thought-provoking, ...

The Book of Mystical Chapters: Meditations on the Soul's Ascent from the Desert Fathers and Other Early ...

6 reviews
John Anthony Mcguckin

Shambhala, 2002

Slow down, you move too fast!
These "chapters" range in length from one sentence to a page and a half, with most about the length of a short paragraph. They are arranged into three sections ("the threefold ascent") of 100 chapters each. Don't be tempted, as I was, to read several each day. These chapters were designed to be memorized and then meditated upon, no more than one a day. This is what the translator, John Anthony ...

Hammer and Fire: Way to Contemplative Happiness and Mental Health in Accordance with the Judeo-Christian ...

3 reviews
Raphael Simon

Zaccheus Press, 2006

A contemporary classic
An excellent book which puts meditation and contemplation into the framework of an authentic Christian tradition and makes "clear the goal to which this practice leads, a transformation of the human personality." " .... to be integrated and mature, to be efeective in our service and undertakings, we need to be transformed into Jesus Christ through a transforming union.... This book is about ...

Autumn Years: Taking the Contemplative Path

4 reviews
Robert Harlen King, Elizabeth M. King

Continuum, 2006

A Pearl of Great Price
If you are like me, you've often wondered where you could find someone wise who could shed light on this journey called life. You'd like to know someone who could help you along in this world so full of pain and joy, heartache and wonder, beauty and mystery and violence. Perhaps such wisdom can only be found in the later years of life. Perhaps a lifetime's experiences need to be harvested ...

Becoming Who You Already Are (Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton Series Vol. 2)

5 reviews
Jonathan Montaldo, Robert G. Toth, ...

Ave Maria Press, 2006

Wisdom, Encouragement and Inspiration
Becoming Who You Already Are is the second in a series of eight booklets based on the work of Thomas Merton, one of the most important spiritual writers of the 20th century. It contains eight small-group sessions also suitable for individuals. Suggestions for use are provided in the introduction and an accompanying facilitaror's guide. The series, designed for adult Christians, helps readers ...

When the Soul Listens: Finding Rest and Direction in Contemplative Prayer

4 reviews
Jan Johnson

NavPress Publishing Group, 1999

When the Soul Listens
Because I often feel too busy to even think, contemplation seems like a spiritual luxury I can't afford. Jan Johnson shows me otherwise. When the Soul Listens is about contemplation for the rest of us; it's about developing simplicity of soul and receptivity of spirit in the busy world we live in. It's a "how to" without condescension because Ms. Johnson takes us along on her spiritual journey ...

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