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The Contemplative Summit hosted by Spiritual Wanderlust

I am delighted to be in such good company for the upcoming online Contemplative Summit hosted by Spiritual Wanderlust including teachers Carmen Acevedo Butcher, Omid Safi, Tia Norman, Kaira Jewel Lingo, and Randy and Edith Woodley. The event is free. When you use the link below to register, Abbey of the Arts receives support for its scholarship fund:

https://tinyurl.com/ContemplativeSummit

October 24-27, 2024

Whether you’re new to the contemplative path or have been journeying for years, there’s something here for everyone. This Summit is about living the questions:

What do the mystics teach us about becoming whole?

How can we embody the teachings of mysticism in everyday life?

What can our bodies teach us about our inner journey?

Join us!

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