About The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault
About The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault
Modern day mystic, Episcopal priest, writer, and internationally known retreat leader...
Welcome! Here you’ll find the most complete collection on the web of resources and teachings by Cynthia Bourgeault, including a list of her Key Offerings, information about Wisdom Schools, an introduction to Wisdom Essentials, and connection to our global Communities of Practice.
Featured Resources
Eye of the Heart: A Spiritual Journey into t...
Eye of the Heart: A Spiritual Journey into the Imaginal Realm – by Cynthia Bourgeault
Eye of the Heart presents Cynthia Bourgeault's spiritual journey with the imaginal realm and encourages readers to attune their hearts for the well-being of ...
Oneness: The Secret Embrace – Video T...
Oneness: The Secret Embrace – Video Teaching by Cynthia Bourgeault
Recorded teachings by Cynthia on Fr. Thomas Keating's final book of poetry entitled The Secret Embrace.
Practices for Individuals and Groups
Practices for Individuals and Groups
A collection of chants, sacred practices, and body prayers that can be used in group settings or individually.
Help Us Grow Our Communities of Practice
Help Us Grow Our Communities of Practice
Join our communities of practice and share your resources, information, and experiences here!
Cynthia Bourgeault: List of Key Offerings
Cynthia Bourgeault: List of Key Offerings
A comprehensive list with links to Cynthia's key offerings including books, audio, eCourses, and online interviews and presentations.
Books by Cynthia Bourgeault
Books by Cynthia Bourgeault
A full list of Cynthia Bourgeault's published books is available here.
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Gurdjieff and Teilhard in Conversation, Part II: Consciousness, Conscience, and the Human Condition – October 26-31, 2020
More information to follow. Event Location Claymont Society for Continuous Education Charles Town, WV
Introduction to the Desert Fathers and Mothers
An introduction to the Wisdom of the Desert Fathers and Mothers coming soon...
Abortion, Pro-Life, and the Secular State: A Modest Proposal (blog by Cynthia – part 2)
Cynthia continues in her blog series, responding to “Evangelical Fundamentalism and Catholic Integralism in the USA: A Surprising Ecumenism“, an article published by La Civiltà Cattolica.
Progress Report on “Teilhard Challenge” (letter from Cynthia)
Cynthia reports on her "Teilhard Challenge" and what's on the docket for 2016...
Trinity: The Soul of Creation
Cynthia Bourgeault joined Richard Rohr and William Paul Young for the Center for Action and Contemplation's Trinity: The Soul of Creation conference in April ...
Ancient Path of Love (chant by Kristy Christian Petrow)
Enjoy this inspired chant, offered by Kristy Christian Petrow on behalf of the maiden voyage of virtual Wisdom School.
Substituted Love – A Holy Week Message from Cynthia
In honor of Holy Week, Cynthia shares an excerpt from “Becoming Truly Human: Gurdiieff’s Obligolnian Strivings” eCourse.
Wisdom Network: Wisdom’s Work
Wisdom's Work provides Wisdom Schools and other programs and retreats.
Fall Triduum (blog by Cynthia)
The days are shortening, the leaves are fallen, and the earth draws once again into itself...
Wisdom Leader: Alan Krema
Alan Krema is a Contemplative Outreach Chicago chapter coordinator, hosting a program of Wisdom teachings and practice in the lineage of Cynthia Bourgeault...
Jesus and Sacred Wisdom (video teaching by Cynthia)
A video teaching of Cynthia's presentation on “Jesus and Sacred Wisdom” at the Moravian Seminary Couillard Lectures.
Words of Wisdom: Inspirational Quotes and Passages by Cynthia and Friends
Browse through Wisdom quotes and passages from Cynthia and other writers. Use for Lectio Divina practice or personal inspiration.
Wisdom Leader and Teacher: Marty Schmidt
Marty Schmidt is a high school Humanities teacher at the Hong Kong International School in China. Marty shares some experiences here...
The Voyage of Saint Brendan (a play by Cynthia)
Cynthia develops a modern liturgical drama based on the legendary epic story of the voyage of St. Brendan...
Some Favorite Teilhard Quotes (by Brie Stoner)
Wisdom student and writer, Brie Stoner, shares some of her favorite quotes by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Post Election Reflection (letter from Cynthia)
"There is work to be done; prayer, joy, courage, and strength are deeply needed. And we DO know the way there..."
The Welcoming Practice
Learn the basics of the Welcoming Practice to help move us through painful experiences, times of disturbed emotion, or other difficult situations...
March 17 2018: Conference with Cynthia in Atlanta Georgia
Save the Date for a one-day conference on the Heart of Centering Prayer with Cynthia Bourgeault: Saturday, March 17, 2018 in Atlanta GA
Wisdom Leader: John Heermans
Meet John Heermans from Vermont as he shares some of his hopes and highlights on his Wisdom journey, including a recent Camino pilgrimage...
Required and Recommended Reading for Wisdom Schools (updated)
See here for a complete list of recommended books for Cynthia Bourgeault's Wisdom Schools
Latest Resources
Oneness: The Secret Embrace – Video Teaching by Cynthia BourgeaultCynthia at Science & Nonduality Online (SAND): May 19 2020
Eye of the Heart: A Spiritual Journey into the Imaginal Realm – by Cynthia Bourgeault
Wellsprings of Life: Quaker Wisdom in Chant
Death is the Fullness of Being
The Gateway to Freedom
Cultivating an Attitude of Entrustig
Imaginal Listening
The Terror of the Situation (Revisited)
Recommendation for Inner Work in a Time of Disruption
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