Living Simply in a Complex World, Part 1: Keynote speaker at Third Order, Society of St. Francis’ New Zealand Province Convocation, October 2012 (see below right for Parts 2-4)
One of my greatest joys is getting together with people and talking about going deeper in the life of prayer, and how we act to create a more just and sustainable world. Some of the specific topics I’ve addressed include:
- Franciscan spirituality: simplicity of life, reconciliation with enemies, care for creation
- Having a rule of life: the disciplines that promote spiritual growth
- Spiritual darkness and suffering
- The spirituality of the Beguines
- Audio divina and visio divina: two ways into contemplative prayer
- Modern slavery
- Preparing for a holy death
If you’re looking for a speaker for an adult forum, quiet day or retreat on these or similar themes, please get in touch:
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