Thomas Merton — Session Four

About this sermon

This is the fourth episode of eight that focuses on the mystic, Thomas Merton. In the spirit of Lectio Divina, James Finley re-visits Thomas Merton’s prayer from Thoughts in Solitude that he touched on in Session 2. In this session, Jim turns it into a reflective prayer and guides us into better ways of understanding ourselves, our lives in the presence of God, and how God sustains and guides us as Jim finishes with a meditative practice. Turning to the Mystics is a podcast from the Center for Action and Contemplation with host James Finley who offers a modern take on the timeless wisdom of the Christian mystics through meditation and practice. This podcast is for people searching for something more meaningful, intimate, and richly present in the divine gift of their lives. Turning to the Mystics podcast: https://cac.org/podcast/turning-to-the-mystics/ Episode transcript: https://cac.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/TTTM_Transcript_TMS4.pdf CAC PODCASTS The Center for Action and Contemplation’s (CAC) podcast network serves as a gateway to the contemplative path. In partnership with Richard Rohr and our core faculty, our podcast series are designed to provide spiritual wisdom and guidance in support of inner and outer transformation. https://cac.org/podcasts/ CENTER FOR ACTION AND CONTEMPLATION The Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) is an educational nonprofit introducing seekers to the contemplative Christian path of transformation. Founded by Richard Rohr in 1987, our programs and resources are designed to help deepen prayer practice and strengthen compassionate engagement in the world.   Learn more about Who We Are: https://bit.ly/3D8TtdU  Learn more about What We Do: https://bit.ly/3qrYFGc  Learn more about Richard Rohr: https://bit.ly/3ozYdmP  Learn more about Contemplation: https://bit.ly/3wNojGF