Q: I've been doing Centering Prayer faithfully for over 20 years. In the first 10-15 years I was hungry for information and read just about every book on spirituality and […]
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The Wind Beneath Our Wings
I first met that Irish monk years ago on the sidewalk. I was alone, hesitant, looking for belonging It was just the two of us standing there before Mass when […]
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The Contemplative Dimension of Giving
Q: During this time when giving has so much to do with emptying shelves and wallets, what is the contemplative dimension of giving? A: When I reflect on the word […]
Remembering Our Beloved
Well done,my good and faithful servant.Come, share my joy. – Matthew 25:21 As we mourn the passing of our beloved teacher, Fr. Thomas Keating, let us reflect on all that […]
Governing Board Updates
As Pat Johnson prepares to retire from her role as administrator of Contemplative Outreach Ltd. at the end of 2018, the governing board agreed by consensus to appoint her to […]
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Who Will Replace Thomas Keating?
Centering Prayer – I think it’s increasing, it’s burgeoning, and I think after my demise it’s likely to grow significantly, even more. I don’t know why, it’s just the nature […]
My prayer has not gone to a deeper level
Q: I have been doing centering prayer faithfully for a number of years. However, I am still operating on the surface, as a beginner. My prayer has not gone to […]
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The Active Prayer Practice
Q: The active prayer is my daily "go to" practice along with Centering Prayer. Can you please clarify the differences and similarities between receptive and active contemplative practices, and how […]
Exploring Other Traditions
Q: I am a Christian contemplative, but find myself increasingly drawn to Buddhist meditation, but am afraid that I am deserting God as there is no emphasis on God in this […]
Letter to Fr. Thomas from Ken Wilber
Here is a letter that Ken Wilber sent to Father Thomas shortly before he passed: Dearest Father Thomas, I‚Äôve been following your illness as it progresses, and, with so many […]
