"The Holy Ordinary takes its inspiration from mystics, modern prophets, and saints, with surprising insights from Christian scriptures. "Mysticism is a stream of the experiential, flowing from the hearts of those who knew and know God," explains Mark Longhurst, demonstrating the availability to every person of a mystical life. Through topics such as "How to be contemplative and active" and "Live green like Hildegard of Bingen," Longhurst speaks to each person's need for transformation. This book is both profound and practical, a reflective guide for anyone-Nones, Dones, former Christians, and…mehr
"The Holy Ordinary takes its inspiration from mystics, modern prophets, and saints, with surprising insights from Christian scriptures. "Mysticism is a stream of the experiential, flowing from the hearts of those who knew and know God," explains Mark Longhurst, demonstrating the availability to every person of a mystical life. Through topics such as "How to be contemplative and active" and "Live green like Hildegard of Bingen," Longhurst speaks to each person's need for transformation. This book is both profound and practical, a reflective guide for anyone-Nones, Dones, former Christians, and Christians open to learning from people of all backgrounds-seeking a vibrant, just, and inclusive spirituality"--Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Mark Longhurst is a writer and “ordinary mystic.” He is a member of the new monastic “Community of the Incarnation” and works as the Publications Manager at the Center for Action and Contemplation. A former pastor, he served United Church of Christ churches for ten years and worked as a faith-based social justice activist in the Boston area for ten more. A graduate of Harvard Divinity School, and a longtime yoga-practitioner, he runs two Substack newsletters at marklonghurst.substack.com. Mark lives in western Massachusetts with his family.
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Preface Part 1: Contemplation Say Yes Be Active and Contemplative Flee to the Heart of the World Like Thomas Merton Live Vibrantly Now (Not Only Later) Recognize God in All Places Show Up to Reality Contemplate Together Like Howard Thurman Part 2: Connections Connect to Source of Love Love Animals Like St. Francis Live Green Like Hildegard of Bingen Make Sense of Angels Like a Scientist Love Like My Grandmother (And the Trinity) Sing to the Cosmic Christ Like John Muir Join the Resurrection Movement Part 3: Liberations Be Subversively Joyful Love Like James Baldwin See Whiteness Embrace Light and Darkness Be Happy with Enough Part 4: Embodiment Make Room for the Holy Create Sacred Space Sit at Wisdom’s Feet Pray through Your Body Greet Christ Like a Yogi Know More than Books > Part 5: Transformations Find God at the Margins Enter that Dark Night Welcome Christ’s Arrival (Like Shakers) Prepare for Death Live from the True Self Pray and Listen on Your Way Acknowledgements and Permissions
Preface Part 1: Contemplation Say Yes Be Active and Contemplative Flee to the Heart of the World Like Thomas Merton Live Vibrantly Now (Not Only Later) Recognize God in All Places Show Up to Reality Contemplate Together Like Howard Thurman Part 2: Connections Connect to Source of Love Love Animals Like St. Francis Live Green Like Hildegard of Bingen Make Sense of Angels Like a Scientist Love Like My Grandmother (And the Trinity) Sing to the Cosmic Christ Like John Muir Join the Resurrection Movement Part 3: Liberations Be Subversively Joyful Love Like James Baldwin See Whiteness Embrace Light and Darkness Be Happy with Enough Part 4: Embodiment Make Room for the Holy Create Sacred Space Sit at Wisdom’s Feet Pray through Your Body Greet Christ Like a Yogi Know More than Books > Part 5: Transformations Find God at the Margins Enter that Dark Night Welcome Christ’s Arrival (Like Shakers) Prepare for Death Live from the True Self Pray and Listen on Your Way Acknowledgements and Permissions
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