Tuesdays February 24 - March 31

When you hear the phrase Christian Mysticism, what comes to mind? Many of us know it’s an ancient, and life-giving stream within our faith—yet the Mystical texts can feel obscure, and the mystics themselves can seem hard to approach. If you are curious about Mysticism but unsure where to begin, Walter Hames and Pastor Earl invite you to explore this rich tradition together during the season of Lent.

Guided by the book Tending the Garden: A History of Christian Mysticism, we will discover that the mystics were highly relatable people who were concerned with tending to a personal and loving relationship with God. Along the way, we will reflect on how their wisdom and spiritual practices speak to our own lives today: in prayer, in leadership, in politics, in intellectual life, and in the ordinary rhythms of being human. Also, our final session will include a special opportunity to meet and talk with the book’s author.

This is a hybrid class. To register, learn more, or receive the Zoom link, please email Pastor Earl at pastorearl@uumc.org.