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On the 50th Anniversary of his passing, this retreat invites you into the life of Thomas Merton, wise monk, prolific writer, social critic and his wisdom for our spiritual journey. We’ll explore cultivating a pure heart, a practice of growing in silence, simplicity and compassion, with a dose of humor and a capacity for noticing beauty around us. The retreat will include viewing compelling film biography of Merton and listening to his wise and often hilarious words , an invitation to engage in contemplative prayer and discussion of Merton’s contribution to nurturing others in living lives of active contemplation as well as of his remarkable appropriation of the richness of Eastern spiritual practice, especially Buddhist practice.

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