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Richard Rohr's vision has always been about providing spiritual grounding for a movement of contemplative activists, prophetic leaders, and spiritual seekers.
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Now Available ONEING: Art and Spirituality, Out Now!
Explore the intersection of art and spirituality in the newest issue of ONEING. Contributors include musician Scott Avett of The Avett Brothers, actor Josh Radnor, artist Lourdes Bernard, and more!
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Nourishing the Soul: "A Spring Within Us"
Follow the arc of life from innocence into union! Find your way back to the well of God’s love in this specially curated collection of Richard Rohr’s Daily Meditations, now available with a new cover.
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Transform Trauma with James Finley’s Latest Book: "The Healing Path"
In "The Healing Path: A Memoir and an Invitation" James Finley offers a window into his recovery from traumatic wounds, offering spiritual guideposts for readers as they walk their own path towards wholeness.
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Who We Are
Richard Rohr founded the Center for Action and Contemplation because he saw a deep need for the integration of both action and contemplation.
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Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of Francis of Assisi
Richard Rohr helps us look beyond the birdbath image of the saint to the long-standing tradition founded on Francis’ radical embrace of Jesus’ teachings. Rohr describes how Francis found an “alternative way” to follow Jesus, one that disregarded power and privilege.
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Learn the Fundamentals of Christian Meditation
Therapist and modern mystic James Finley offers the simple instructions on the practicalities of meditation in the Christian tradition, providing an access point to experience the presence of God.
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New version of "Silent Compassion"
Richard Rohr's beloved book "Silent Compassion: Finding God in Contemplation" has just been updated and re-released! This book will show you that the peace of contemplation is not something just for monks and mystics, but rather for all people.
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