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Across the 30,000 or so varieties of Christianity, believers
universally love Jesus. They have no trouble accepting his humanity
and his divinity. Many express intimations of his close presence in
their lives; a fear of his judgment and wrath as well as a love of
his compassion; a justification for their worldviews and politics
(of all persuasions), and firm convictions about his atonement for
their sins and thus his centrality in their personal salvation.
But
who is Christ?
Is Christ simply Jesus's last name, denoting his
role as saviour of humanity, as messiah? What is Christ? How is his
function or role different from Jesus's? Are we missing something
fundamental because of our overwhelming emphasis on Jesus to the
exclusion of the Christ, or our misunderstanding of what it means
that Jesus was `the Christ'? Could it be that such limited views
are contributing to the slow and painful erosion of Christianity in
western culture, to its insularity and insistence on purity and
exclusion?
These are questions Fr Richard Rohr has been pondering
for many years. In his ecumenical and scripturally grounded books
on contemplation, mysticism and many more topics, he has emphasized
the importance of a large framework for understanding the nature of
'what is' and what lasts, of unity and the ultimate reality of
God's presence in all of creation-Christian and non-Christian,
human and non-human.
Could it be that Jesus, who is the Christ, is
offering us a model and example on how to live inside `this Big
Frame?'
Just This is a collection of brief and evocative meditations and
practices that invites us to cultivate the gift of waking up to the
beauty of reality in all its glorious ordinariness. With his
signature blend of contemplation, theology, and pastoral
sensitivity, Fr Richard Rohr creates a spaciousness for the soul to
grow into a kind of seeing that goes far beyond merely looking to
recognising and thus appreciating. This is the heart of
contemplation, the centerpiece of any inner dialogue that frees us
from the traps of our perceptions and preoccupations. The
contemplative mind does not tell us what to see; it teaches us how
to see what we behold.
We grow more spiritually by doing it wrong than by doing it right
In Falling Upward, Fr Richard Rohr offers a new understanding of
one of life's most profound mysteries: how our failing can be the
foundation for our ongoing spiritual growth. Drawing on the wisdom
from time-honoured myths, heroic poems, great thinkers and sacred
religious texts, the author explores the two halves of life to show
that those who have fallen, failed, or 'gone down' are the only
ones who understand 'up'. The heartbreaks, disappointments and
loves of the first half of life are actually stepping stones to the
spiritual joys that the second half has in store for us. 'I thank
God for Richard Rohr's sage-like presence in our culture: I
honestly don't know where I'd be without it.' Brian Draper 'Richard
Rohr at his vintage best: prophetic, pastoral, practical.' Cynthia
Bourgeault 'A voyage into the mystery and beauty of healthy
spiritual maturity.' Mehmet Oz, MD, host of the Dr Oz Show
When he talked about the Kingdom of God, Jesus was speaking about
an utterly different way of relating to human society as we know
it. He lays out a blueprint for this new life in his best-known
teaching, the Sermon on the Mount. From the Beatitudes onward, the
Sermon on the Mount overturns conventional wisdom and traditional
power structures, offering a plan for an alternative way of being.
Richard Rohr explores the implications of this vision in Jesus'
Alternative Plan. Going through the teachings of the sermon, he
explains the historical and cultural context of each verse, and
offers guidance for what the sermon means for Christians today. The
result is a clear, yet challenging look at the alternative plan
laid out by Jesus for all to see. This updated edition of Jesus'
Plan for a New World will inspire Christians who long for a
transformative understanding of Jesus' teachings as they seek the
true heart of their faith.
We are all addicted in some way. When we learn to identify our
addiction, embrace our brokenness, and surrender to God, we begin
to bring healing to ourselves and our world. In Breathing Under
Water, Richard Rohr shows how the gospel principles in the Twelve
Steps can free anyone from addiction - from an obvious dependence
on alcohol or drugs to the more common but less visible addiction
that we all have to sin. 'A must-read for any person who recognizes
the need to go "inward" on their soul's journey to question what
their relationship is with God, themselves, and others.' The Cord
'Rohr is a perfect writer on the subject of the 12 Steps. His
easy-to-read book is essentially a commentary on each of the steps,
with twelve chapters and a postscript that concisely tackles the
big religious questions of human suffering, suffering with which
addicts and their families are intimately acquainted. Jesus, Rohr
answers, is no stranger to suffering . . . This is a good book for
those in recovery from addiction and those who love them.
Publishers Weekly 'Richard Rohr continues to guide us to greater
wholeness . . . his books have helped countless souls, especially
those who struggle with issues of brokenness and seek
transformation.' National Catholic Reporter
Yes, And . . . brings together some of Richard Rohr's best and most
thought-provoking writings in a book of 366 daily meditations, one
for every day of the year. Arranged around seven themes, Yes, And .
. . is packed full of open, engaging reflections that will expand
your understanding of spirituality and leave you inspired and
challenged in your walk of faith with Christ. A daily devotional
designed for you to dip in and out of, this is perfect to use in
early morning to help you feel spiritually invigorated for the day
ahead, and for bedtime reading to round off your day with a quiet
reflection. A wonderful exploration of the Christian faith, it will
help revitalise your relationship with God and your own
spirituality. Yes, And . . . is a perfect daily devotional for fans
of Richard Rohr's work and those new to his writings, and for
anyone who are looking for an alternate way to live out their
faith-a way centred around the open-minded search for spiritual
relevance of a transforming nature.
In his new book, the author likens True Self to a diamond, buried
deep within us, formed under the intense pressure of our lives and
needing to be searched for, uncovered, and separated from all the
debris of ego that surrounds it. In a sense True Self must, like
Jesus, be resurrected, and that process involves not resuscitation
but transformation.
What does healthy male spirituality look like? In From Wild Man to
Wise Man, Father Richard Rohr explores masculinity and what it
means to be a Christian man, offering a reflective and helpful
guide to lead men to understand their wilderness as path to God's
wisdom. Drawing on the four archetypes of masculinity, as well as
Biblical examples, he explores what men need in order to develop a
healthy, balanced male spirituality throughout their faith journey.
He covers topics such as unresolved grief, expression of emotion
and the stage of a man's life, offering an honest and compassionate
structure to help men grow in their spirituality. From Wild Man to
Wise Man is a book for any man wanting to explore the masculine
side of his spirituality in a balanced way. It will be helpful for
older men wanting to engage more deeply or in a new way with their
spirituality, and for younger men just starting out on their
journey of faith. It also includes an appendix with a structure for
the book to be used by small groups. For anyone questioning what it
means to be a man in our society today, From Wild Man to Wise Man
will leave you with a nuanced, thoughtful understanding of male
spirituality and a fresh perspective on modern masculinity and
identity.
Brilliantly clear and likely to be intensely provocative!
In Silent Compassion, Richard Rohr explores practices for finding
God in the depths of silence and shows us that the divine silence
is more than the absence of noise. Silence has a life of its own,
and in this short but powerful little book we are invited into its
living presence to experience the wholeness of being and peace it
brings. Drawing on centuries-old practices, in Silent Compassion
Richard Rohr explores different aspects of Christian contemplation,
showing how silence can absorb the challenges of life and connect
us with the great chain of being - as well as building unity among
different religions that all use the practices of silence. Packed
full of thought-provoking wisdom, this is a book for anyone seeking
to deepen their relationship with God and looking for spiritual
fulfilment. It is perfect for morning or evening reflection, to
help revitalise and refresh the way you look at prayer. Silent
Compassion will inspire you and show that the peace of
contemplation is not something just for monks, mystics, and those
divorced from the worries of the world, but rather for all people
who can quiet their own mind to listen in the silence.
In this small but masterly-crafted book, Richard Rohr addresses
what Christianity views as the three traditional sources of evil -
the world, the flesh and the devil - to encourage us to look beyond
our personal moral failings and give us principles for resisting
evil on a wider scale. Exploring how Christianity has focused
almost exclusively on individual evil, or the sins of the flesh, he
offers a gripping interpretation of Jesus' teachings and the
writings of Paul the Apostle to show how vital it is that we also
understand the often subtle and well-disguised evil of the world
and the devil. This book offers no easy solutions. Yet, skilfully
distilling half a century of teaching and preaching, The World, the
Flesh and the Devil will leave you with a greater understanding of
evil and its role in the social issues of our time, and better
equipped to recognise and fight it. With his characteristic wisdom
and compassion, Rohr offers us principles for resisting the social
evils pervading our lives, in which we are all complicit, through
Christian contemplation and by reaching out to one another in love.
Richard Rohr is one of the great spiritual writers of our time, and
he believes this is the most important book he's ever written
Beautifully presented hardback edition - an ideal gift
Sacred Scripture and Christian spirituality belong together. In
this exploration of the central themes of Scripture, Richard Rohr
transforms the written word, discovering in these ancient texts a
new and vital meaning, relevant and essential to all believers. He
uncovers what the Bible says about morality, power, wisdom and the
generosity of God in a manner that inspires in us a life-changing
response. Rohr's Christian vision of abundance, grace and joy -
counteracting the scarcity, judgement and fear we know in our world
- has the power to revolutionize how we relate to ourselves and all
around us. 'Things Hidden is an invitation of gospel proportion to
move on into the life God intends, a life of joy and obedience.'
Walter Brueggemann, Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Columbia
Theological Seminary
A universal pattern can be found in all societies and in fact in
all of creation. We see it in the seasons of the year, the stories
of Scripture, and even in our own lives. In The Wisdom Pattern,
Father Richard Rohr illuminates the way understanding and embracing
this pattern can give us hope in difficult times and the courage to
push through messiness - and even great chaos - to find a new way
of being in the world. A new version of his earlier book Hope
Against Darkness, Father Rohr offers reflections in The Wisdom
Pattern that bring together a deep spirituality with Jungian
psychology. They have been thoroughly updated for today's world,
and reveal a vision of Christianity that speaks to the heart of
twenty-first century society. The Wisdom Pattern is a book for
anyone looking to understand better the patterns in the world
around us, and seeking hope for a divided and turbulent world. It
will leave you with a vision for moving forward with faith and
courage, as well as renewed empathy and compassion for those around
you.
'Rohr and Boland prove to be compassionate, encouraging mentors . .
. Christians looking to deepen their spiritual practice will find
rich material and wise guidance here.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY In his
landmark book, The Universal Christ, Richard Rohr articulated a
transformative view of what it means to recognize Jesus as 'Christ'
- as a portrait of God's constant, unfolding work in the world, and
in us. Now, in partnership with Patrick Boland, a psychotherapist
and member of the Center for Action and Contemplation community,
Rohr invites us to experience God's work in practice through a
series of 40 reflections. Each reflection in Every Thing Is Sacred
draws on a key passage of The Universal Christ, pairing this with
prayers, journal prompts and contemplative exercises to help us
encounter the truth that the presence and compassion of God are all
around us. A wonderfully encouraging read, filled with Richard
Rohr's characteristic wisdom, this devotional book is perfect for
anyone who wants to make the liberating message of The Universal
Christ part of their everyday lives. It is also suitable for
newcomers to Rohr and those looking for reflections and meditations
that will increase their awareness of God in the world and in us.
Whether read daily for Lent 2021 or explored over the course of a
year, Every Thing Is Sacred is a hope-filled journey into the love
at the heart of all things.
Most of us spend a lifetime trying to figure out who we are and how
we relate to others and God. The Enneagram is here to help. Far
more than a personality test, author Chris Heuertz teaches us that
the Enneagram is a sacred map to the soul. Lies about who we think
we are keep us trapped in loops of self-defeat, but the Enneagram
uniquely reveals nine ways we get lost, as well as nine ways we
find our way home to our true self and to God. Whether you are an
enthusiast or simply Enneagram-curious, this groundbreaking guide
to the spiritual depth of the Enneagram will help you: Understand
the "why" behind your type beyond caricatures and stereotypes
Identify and find freedom from self-destructive patterns Learn how
to work with your type toward spiritual growth Awaken your unique
gifts to serve today's broken world Richly insightful and deeply
practical, The Sacred Enneagram is your invitation to begin the
journey of a life transformed. Praise for The Sacred Enneagram:
"Integrated within these pages is Chris's extensive knowledge and
understanding of this ancient tool, along with depth in his
teaching of contemplative spirituality as practiced by Jesus.
Readers are offered a powerful way forward in their unique journey
of spiritual transformation through aligning Christian
contemplative prayer postures to specific Enneagram types." --Nina
M. Barnes, Dean of Spiritual Formation & Leadership, University
of Northwestern-St. Paul "The Sacred Enneagram is a groundbreaking
contribution to the Enneagram community, providing unique spiritual
growth insights for all nine types. If you're not yet convinced of
the value, depth, and accuracy of the Enneagram, Chris demystifies
and makes this ancient wisdom more accessible than ever." --George
Mekhail, pastor, The Riverside Church NYC
Discussion questions and activities to help the reader work through
the material in Breathing Under Water
Drawn from the many books, writings, and interviews by Richard
Rohr, one of the most popular spiritual writers today, this
collections introduces many of the teachings for which he has
become known, all organized around the central theme of Love as the
foundation of everything. Interwoven with a probing personal
interview, the writings gathered here illuminate a lifelong journey
- his own and that of anyone open and willing - of growing in love:
how we love God by loving others, how we learn to love ourselves,
and how we ultimately seek and find love in everything. Experiences
from Rohr's life, both joyful and sorrowful, illustrate how the
path has unfolded for him and how we each might come to know love
more intimately.
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