It was around this time of year, late summer, that we sold our house and moved into an apartment. After 25 years in the same home, I found the […]
Recognizing the Dark Night and Reorienting our Practice
Q: I have been practicing Centering prayer for about 7 years. I have read most of Fr. Thomas’ books, most of Richard Rohr’s books and several of Cynthia Bourgeault’s. I […]
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Practicing Centering Prayer with Others
Q: Is it beneficial for two practicing Centering Prayer together? A: Thank you for this important question. There are many benefits, joys and learning experiences to be found in practicing […]
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In the Shelter of Each Other*
by Carolyn Goddard Nashville, Tennessee, USA Two years ago, to escape the heat and humidity of August in Nashville, my husband rented a place on a lake in Quebec. […]
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The Spiritual Journey Series: A Roadmap for Inner Transformation
When I first enrolled in the Spiritual Journey Series, I saw Fr. Thomas primarily as a modern wisdom teacher who helped revive the contemplative treasures of the Christian tradition. Through […]
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Using Sacred Word and Sacred Breath Together
Q: In his book, Into the Silent Land, Martin Laird seems to suggest that the sacred word and sacred breath can be used together, and I have been doing this. […]
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Two Basic Spiritual Disciplines
Q: More than a year ago, I had just finished a Centering Prayer session when I hear Father Thomas say to me as clear as day, “I want a new […]
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12-Step Outreach: Deepening Recovery Through Contemplative Prayer
12–Step Outreach was established in 2005 with the full support and blessing of Thomas Keating. The ministry grew from the recognition of the deep spiritual affinity between the practice […]
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Do Not Form It With Your Lips
by Matt Scrimgeour Ballycastle, Antrim, Ireland At the start of 2026 during a Living Flame retreat day, I was listening to Sr Fionnuala Quinn share on the topic of […]
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The 4R’s of Thoughts in Centering Prayer
Q: Fr Keating, in his book Open Mind, Open Heart writes that it is possible for one to have a thought and not be affected by it. I am […]
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