Turning to the Mystics with James Finley
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Turning to the Mystics with James Finley

by Center for Action and Contemplation

Category
Christianity
Frequency
Weekly Series
Language
English
Turning to the Mystics is a podcast for people searching for something more meaningful, intimate and richly present in the divine gift of their lives. James Finley, clinical psychologist and Living School faculty, offers a modern take on the historical contemplative practices of Christian mystics like Teresa of Avila, Thomas Merton, John of the Cross among others. Leaning into their experiences can become a gateway to hope, healing and oneness. Together with Kirsten Oates from the Center for Act...

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Recent Reviews

This is it for me

Annmarie Boo•5/31/2026

This is my favorite podcast, and indeed, the only one I need. I listen to the episodes over and over, and continue to learn from them each time. Thank you Uncle Jim for being my teacher. Thank you to Kirsten and all the CAC people who make this possible. It is truly the Good News. 💞

deep gratitude

Find the Joy•5/24/2026

There are no words that can fully express and describe the deep gratitude and love that I feel in my heart for Returning to the Mystics podcast I hope you can feel the loving appreciation I am sending from my heart to your hearts.

Life saving grace

RosiePose Ko•5/4/2026

Of all the many thousands of podcasts available - this is THE ONE I cannot miss! Thank you James and Kirsten! ❤️❤️❤️ The coverage of the various mystics is beautiful, deep AND accessible! Your wisdom and the wisdom of these mystics have been a true gift during these difficult times. You both have such big hearts! Again, deepest thanks.

Dynamic Duo

Difelt•2/5/2026

James and Kristen are fabulous together. My favorite podcast by far. Thoroughly enjoying this slow walk looking intimately at Brother Lawrence. Thank you.

Beyond kindergarten Christianity

GramyDonna•1/12/2026

Is Richard Rohr says many of us are still at that kindergarten level with our Christianity and these podcasts, any of them from the center of action and contemplation encourage us to think to open our hearts and listen for the truth in the light keeps me inquisitive encourages my knowledge in my faith I recommended to anyone