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Homebrewed Christianity

Everyday Mysticism & the Wisdom of Brother Lawrence

Aug 5, 2022
Carmen Butcher and Mike Morrell discuss everyday mysticism and their recent work translating Brother Lawrence. They touch on topics like inclusive language, mystical practices, and upcoming events with prominent teachers. The conversation explores the interconnectedness of self, spirit, and nature, embracing love, and the transformative power of spirituality.
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  • Everyday mysticism emphasizes practical spirituality in daily life, transcending traditional meditative practices.
  • Unity in mysticism highlights the pursuit of love and inclusivity across diverse religious traditions.

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Everyday Mysticism in the Mystics Summit

The podcast episode explores the concept of practical everyday mysticism as opposed to traditional mountaintop meditation style mysticism. The hosts, Mike and Carmen, discuss their experience organizing the online summit, Mystics Summit, which features teachers from various religious traditions. They delve into the practical mysticism of Brother Lawrence, emphasizing the accessible nature of mysticism in daily life. Despite their Baptist upbringing, they highlight the inclusive and diverse nature of mysticism found in everyday practices.

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