We provide education and resources in a global effort towards inner transformation through contemplative prayer and meditation.
Together we envision all hearts illuminated by the divine light within.
As contemplative practitioners, we value the experience of divine presence available to us in silence. Resting in the present moment, we realize we are deeply connected to each other and that our inmost self abides in God. Silence helps us remove the inner obstacles keeping us from this state of divine awareness.
Transformed by the practices of prayer and meditation, we discover the true nature of our being as whole, complete and already perfect. This overflowing, transformational grace naturally flows outward in service to God, others, and the world.
The ultimate goal of the contemplative journey is a dissolving of the false self or ego. This inner transformation into wholeness includes greater health, balance, and vitality. The healing of self, other, and creation is part of an ongoing divine dance we both consent to and participate in.
Who We Are
Marc Thomas Shaw
Executive Director
Clint Sabom
Creative Director
What we Do
Our Projects
Courses
Inspired by the spiritual traditions of the various world religions. Many of our online courses draw from the rich tradition of Christian monastics and mystics, from 20th century writers like Thomas Merton and Evelyn Underhill, to Meister Eckhart, Pseudo-Dionysius, John Cassian, and the early Desert Fathers and Mothers.
Podcast
Join master podcaster Clint Sabom as he converses with teachers from a variety of traditions about spiritual awakening and personal growth. Topics include Mysticism, Contemplative Spirituality, Christianity, Psychology, Buddhism, Integral Theory, Social Issues, and more.
Journal
Our content rich journal is full of inspiration that draws on years of experience with practices such as Centering Prayer, Mindfulness Meditation, Lectio Divina, and the Jesus Prayer. Enjoy contributions from teachers featuring Marc Thomas Shaw, Clint Sabom, Kimberly Holman, Rich Lewis, Roger Butts, Guy Finley, Mary C. Earle, Keren Dibbens-Wyatt, Terri Knuth, Arthur Aghajanian, Tim Moon, Kelly Boyer Sagert, and David Cole.