Could modern monasticism and its role in today's church revitalize your faith?

Host Curtis Chang welcomes pastor and modern-day monastic Jared Boyd to explore the transformative power of modern monasticism. Discover how ancient spiritual practices are being revived through the Order of Common Life to renew the Church, strengthen clergy integrity, and address challenges that have led many toward deconstruction. Learn how intentional community and contemplative rhythms can foster deep spiritual growth and vibrant faith—offering a vision for the future of church renewal through monastic traditions.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

About St. Benedict of Nursia
About St. Francis of Assisi
Phyllis Tickle's Divine Hours
Phyllis Tickle defines Fixed-hour prayer
Book of Common Prayer (online version)
Rule of St. Benedict (pdf)
Ralph Winter (Ralph D. Winter Research Center)
Mother Teresa's A Dark Spiritual Life and Love of The Poor

More from Jared Boyd:

Order of Common Life
Jared's website
Jared's Instagram
Jared Boyd's Finding Freedom in Constraint: Reimagining Spiritual Disciplines as a Communal Way of Life
Jared Boyd's Imaginative Prayer: A Yearlong Guide for Your Child's Spiritual Formation

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