Spirit Matters Talk

ather Richard Rohr is a globally recognized ecumenical teacher bearing witness to the universal awakening within Christian mysticism and the Perennial Tradition. A Franciscan priest and founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) in Albuquerque, NM, his work is grounded in practices of contemplation and self-emptying, expressing itself in radical compassion, particularly for the socially marginalized. He is the author of numerous books, including Everything Belongs, Breathing Under Water, and Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of Francis of Assisi. His latest book is The Divine Dance: The Trinity and Your Transformation (with Mike Morrell). Fr. Richard is also academic Dean of the Living School for Action and Contemplation, which trains individuals to work for positive change based on awareness of our common union with God and all beings. We spoke about the growing interest in contemplative Christianity, aspects of Franciscan theology and the purpose that drives his work. Learn more about Fr. Ric