“In order to live the spiritual life, in order to come to know, love, and enjoy God himself, the first thing one needs is the light of grace.” – Fr. James Brent, O.P.
“In contemplative prayer one does not so much approach God, but is approached by God.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
“Contemplation invites us to an intimacy with God that transcends our senses and is, therefore, beyond words, ideas, and images.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
“How necessary then is this deep listening. Without it, we miss God. We miss our vocations. And we miss the intimacy and the depth to which He is calling each one of us.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
“Receptivity to God’s love and returning that love is the great work of our lives.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
Dan Burke explains Lectio Divina.
The Eucharist, the sacred banquet, is a mystery that evokes a certain kind of contemplation.
Nothing can spark and fan the flames of desire — of longing, love, awe, and reverence — quite like music can when it is skillfully directed to the task.
Dr. Anthony Lilles explains that “true wisdom requires an encounter with the Lord that humbles the intellect and holds every thought captive.”
David Torkington expounds on the difference between authentic Christian contemplation and its counterfeits.
