

The Future of the Work
Oct 30, 2023
The podcast explores Richard's transition from being the center of attention to joining the circle of teachers and staff. They discuss the importance of stepping back and trusting others' gifts. They also explore the healing power of contemplation and embodied action, as well as the role of good teachers. The hosts bring in Michael, the executive director, to discuss the imagination of what is institutionally possible. They also discuss communal discernment in shaping and co-creating their organization.
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Stay Grounded for Prophetic Work
- Stay humble and close to the bottom, grounded in self-awareness and compassion.
- Avoid ambition's flight; love must undergird justice for true prophetic work.
Students Live Transformation Forward
- Students living contemplative wisdom actively spread it by engaging their communities.
- True success is students living transformation, not clinging to institutions.
Ripple Effect of Teachings
- Teachers inspired by Richard Rohr are advancing engaged contemplation in diverse ways.
- This ripple effect confirms the impact of his foundational work.