After experiencing the effects of contemplative practice and contemplative living, our evangelistic impulse will likely take over as we feel compelled to share the gifts we have received from our practice. How frustrating, then, when we encounter someone who...

Contemplative blogger Mark L. Lockwood discusses labyrinths as a contemplative practice: ​​​​​​​ Contemplating the Labyrinth is a contemplative practice that really brings all the senses together and they were often found attached to churches in medieval times, which is a sign of their spiritual significance in themselves. A Labyrinth, which is not a maze and has a singular path and single destination that is a metaphor for an adventurous journey and...

In this part of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, he reflects on the powerful impacts that climate change has had on our brothers and sisters who live in poverty.   “25. Climate change is a global problem with grave implications: environmental, social...

The contemplative stance of welcoming and detachment is often placed in the context of how we respond to our thoughts, but keep in mind that the term “thoughts” points to a wide umbrella of things that enter the field of our awareness during prayer periods. The stimuli of our immediate time and place are often quick to present themselves: the clock on the wall, the bird chirping outside, what I said to my friend last week or have to prepare for ...

As we continue to ponder different ideas presented in Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’, it is important to emphasize that reading the encyclical in its entirety is important. Today we share ...

Poet Elizabeth Rooney reminds us that the purpose of our prayer must always be to “come to be true to Him”: ​​​​​​​ Gardens Even in hot dry lands Gardens are ...