Tag Archives: mysticism

Teilhard de Chardin Quote of the Week (October 20, 2014): Religion and Mysticism

Posted on October 20, 2014 by William Ockham

  Due to travel schedule, this week’s quote is not from Teilhard de Chardin but is from another one of my favorite authors, Philip St. Romain in the spirit of Teilhard de Chardin: “To emphasize the pivotal role of faith … Continue reading →

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St. Thérèse of Lisieux and Teilhard de Chardin

Posted on October 1, 2014 by William Ockham

In honor of the Feast of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Sr. Joan L. Roccasalvo, C.S.J. had a good article in the Catholic News Agency on the spirituality of St. Thérèse and its relationship to the vision of Teilhard de Chardin: … Continue reading →

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The Interior Life and the Presence of God

Posted on June 10, 2014 by William Ockham

  I came across by this great article by Arnold Van Vugt in the Sun Star of the Philippines reflecting on Pentecost and discussing the need for Christianity to regain its sense of mysticism and wonder, including great quotes by Teilhard de Chardin … Continue reading →

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The Limits of Science in Understanding Mystical Experiences

Posted on April 11, 2014 by William Ockham

    In recent years, there has been a lot of scientific studies showing a positive correlation between prayer and meditation a person’s mental and psychological well-being.  While this correlation has been known for thousands of years, advanced scientific techniques such … Continue reading →

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Teilhard de Chardin Quote of the Week (March 17, 2014): Mysticism and Spirit

Posted on March 17, 2014 by William Ockham

[I]t is clear that since all time Christianity has, by virtue of its structure, fallen into equilibrium in the direction of the spirit of unification and synthesis: God finally becoming all in all within an atmosphere of pure charity (‘sola … Continue reading →

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Archbishop Menamparampil on Teilhard de Chardin, Mysticism and Engagement with Culture

Posted on November 13, 2013 by William Ockham

It is the mission of modern mystics to bring joy to people in the streets, slums, hospital and prisons.” — Archbishop Emeritus Thomas Menamparampil I came across a great article in Don Bosco India on a speech given by Archbishop Emeritus … Continue reading →

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Feast of St. Teresa of Ávila (October 15)

Posted on October 15, 2013 by William Ockham

Today is the Feast of St. Teresa of Ávila, also called Saint Teresa of Jesus.  Teresa was a Carmelite nun, writer of the Counter Reformation, and theologian of contemplative life through. She was a reformer of the Carmelite Order and is considered to be a founder of the Discalced Carmelites along … Continue reading →

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Feast of St. Hildegard von Bingen (September 17)

Posted on September 17, 2013 by William Ockham

Today is a special day on the Church calendar as it is the feast day of two Doctors of the Church: St. Hildegard of Bingen and St. Robert Bellarmine, S.J.  You can find information on St. Robert Bellarmine, S.J. here. … Continue reading →

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Ignatian Spirituality: Learning to Live Reverently

Posted on July 19, 2013 by William Ockham

July is a special month for Ignatian Spirituality as July 31 is the Feast Day for St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits.  This year, the outstanding site Ignatian Spirituality is having … Continue reading →

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