Quote for the Day
I have asked the LORD for one thing —
this is what I desire!
I want to live in the LORD’s house all the days of my life,
so I can gaze at the splendor of the LORD
and contemplate in his temple.
— Psalm 27:4, New English Translation
This entry was posted on April 1, 2008. It was filed under Bible, Quotations and was tagged with Bible, Quotations.
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Upcoming Events
Now through January 2012: Finishing my next book.
February 4, 2012: Introduction to Monastic Spirituality at the Spirituality Immersion Experience, Columbia Theological Seminary's Certificate in Spiritual Formation Program.
February 5 and 12, 2012: Adult Education at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Atlanta, GA. Topic: "Teresa of Avila."
February 16-19, 2012: Christian Mysticism: Transforming You and Your Relationship with God, Retreat at Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA.
March 10, 2012: Day retreat at the Charlotte Spirituality Center, Charlotte, NC.
March 17, 2012: Introduction to Christian Mysticism for the Foundations in Christian Education Course sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta's Institute for Ministry & Theological Education; location (metro Atlanta) TBD.
Spring, 2012 (tentative, exact date TBD): Cedar Hill Enrichment Center, Gainesville, GA.
June 15-17, 2012: "Spiritual Inspiration from C. S. Lewis and George MacDonald" Retreat at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Conyers, GA.
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August 10-12, 2012: "Of Gods and Men: Spiritual Lessons of the Algerian Martyrs" Retreat at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Conyers, GA.
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Recurring Events
Every Wednesday evening join Carl McColman and the Rev. Phil Foster for a contemplative gathering at First Christian Church of Atlanta. The first Wednesday of each month features a conversation on mysticism, hosted by the Atlanta Christian Mysticism Meetup Group. The second Wednesday of the month includes instruction on contemplative (silent) prayer, sponsored by the Atlanta Christian Meditation Meetup Group. Third, fourth and fifth Wednesdays also feature time for silent prayer, meditation and contemplation, along with group lectio divina. All are welcome. For more information or directions, please visit one or both of these Meetup Groups.
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Just that little bit of a psalm brings my mind and heart back to God. I had a friend say to me how we were getting older and would end up in a nursing home before too long. The words, “surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever”. These words came out of me so fast and sure, I was amazed at what I had said.It was like someone else saying them through me.I have always been consoled when I recall this. judy
April 1, 2008 at 9:47 pm
One of my recent favorite authors made the simple statement that “the main purpose of prayer is intimacy with God.”
Amen!
Peter
April 2, 2008 at 4:08 pm
I’m brought to tears every time we use a song based on this psalm:
“One thing I ask, this alone I seek, to dwell in the house of the Lord all my days.
For one day within your temple heals every day alone,
O Lord, bring me to your dwelling.”
Shannon
April 5, 2008 at 6:13 pm