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​Fr. Charlie Irvin is now in the Juniper Room at Hospice House at St. Lawrence hospital.  He needs our continued prayers, and enjoys receiving cards and letters from friends and parishioners. He is welcoming visitors, but only for short visits, as he tires easily.  Daytime visits are best, from 10 am until 4:30 pm.  If you have questions, please contact Fr David Rosenberg or call the retreat center at 517-669-8321. Every day in so many ways we continue to be blessed and are grateful for Fr Charlie and his wisdom! His illuminating book, "Entering the Heart of God" is available for purchase from our book store by calling 517-388-1490.

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Whether you are on retreat or live nearby, you can shop during our convenient hours of Monday-Saturday from 9:00am-5:00pm. ​Our store offers books for all ages about topics like Christian living, spirituality, inspiration and prayer.  

​Select from our wide range of local items, cards, religious jewelry, art, instrumental music, and sacramental needs.

Sr. Katherine at St. Francis

August 9, 2017 Book Review:
Mysticism: A study of nature and the development of spiritual conciousness

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​​​Evelyn Underhill’s classic text “Mysticism” serves to define and to make sense out of an encounter with the mystery of almighty God. Underhill contends that a personal encounter with enigma of the great “I AM’ is an experience that is possible for all Christians who hunger to know ultimate Mystery. Originally published in 1911, Underhill’s attempt to bring the fullness of the spiritual life to light is still relevant over one hundred years after it was initially penned.
This text is somewhat dense and slow going, but well worth the time and effort. If this is to be ones first exploration of mysticism this classic work is an excellent choice.  The reader will be introduced to a world often thought to be outside the realm of possibility. This is the world were God reaches out to touch the consciousness of the human person.
Underhill also traces the development of mysticism and draws on the experiences of many great mystics from the past including St. Teresa of Avila, Meister Eckhart and St. John of the Cross.
“To be a mystic is simply to participate here and now in that real and eternal life; in the fullest, deepest sense which is possible to man.” (pg. 447) 
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