Carmen Acevedo Butcher

Carmen Acevedo Butcher discusses cultivating acceptance and simplicity through contemplative practice. She shares insights on restful stillness, diving into wordless, imageless Love. The conversation delves into shifting practices of contemplation, highlighting the evolving stages of life. Carmen's expertise in translation and spirituality adds depth to the discussion on embracing 'Second Simplicity'.

Carmen Acevedo Butcher, an internationally acclaimed speaker and translator of spiritual texts, dives deep into the transformative power of Centering Prayer. She shares her personal journey of healing through meditation and nature, emphasizing self-compassion and community. The conversation explores how trauma can foster connection and highlights the importance of creating safe spaces for contemplation. Carmen also discusses the significance of selecting a sacred word in Centering Prayer, reinforcing the interconnectedness of individual experiences and wider societal challenges.

Carmen Acevedo Butcher, an award-winning translator and teacher, shares her journey of translating Brother Lawrence's 'Practice of the Presence.' She discusses how a pivotal conversation inspired her project and how she approaches translation as a spiritual practice. Carmen explains the challenges of conveying the ineffable mysticism in language and highlights Brother Lawrence's emphasis on finding God in ordinary tasks. The conversation explores themes of humility, trauma recovery, and the inclusivity of contemporary translations and their implications for understanding the divine.