Spirituality, Contemplation, and Transformation

Leading practitioners of centering prayer write about the many varied benefits of this dynamic and intimate means of connecting with the Divine. Thomas Keating and David Frenette examine the sources of centering prayer; Justin Langille and Jennifer Michael explore different facets of the wisdom of silence; and Paul David Lawson, David G.R. Keller, and Tom Macfie explain the vital role centering prayer can play in fostering communities of faith. Cynthia Bourgeault explicates philosopher and spiritual practitioner Beatrice Bruteau's study of the meaning of contemplation; Brian Taylor uncovers the positive mental changes that centering prayer can bring about; and Thomas Ward reflects on spirituality in the twenty-first century, and the inspiring experience of attending a centering prayer retreKeating, Thomas is the author of 'Spirituality, Contemplation, and Transformation', published 2008 under ISBN 9781590561102 and ISBN 1590561104.