Deepening A Sense Of The Sacred: Contemplative Inspiration in Times of Need - Paperback

by Linda M. Longmire (Author)

This is a book of contemplative poetry that is a spiritual gem. It is written from mindfulness practices in relation to a sense of the Sacred. This little book has spiritual insights that are a source of daily inspiration particularly helpful in times of personal challenges, grieving, or simple attendance to one's spiritual growth. There is much depth in these pages which offers a meaningful lens into ordinary life through a deeper way of knowing. It would appeal to a wide audience as it speaks beyond any one particular concept of God. The contemplative poetry, when read slowly, becomes a meditation and prayer in itself. Many people have a longing for a sense of the Sacred, a sense of the presence of God, and these poems supports growth in spiritual sensitivity and awareness of the Sacred in every aspect of the fully lived life. The mystical nature of the writings, the sense of inner calm that it fosters, and the utter simplicity of its spiritual perspectives, make this book a likely daily companion. It has all the makings of a spiritual classic.

Author Biography

Linda M. Longmire is an active contemplative who seeks to integrate her love for God into everyday life. She sees the contemplative way as a mindfulness practice in relation to the Sacred in all of life. She finds it intriguing that when we are open to our own and others' inner lives, we find and create a path to wisdom and human essence and connectedness. Linda's own spiritual path has been fostered by the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in the programs 'Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups and Retreats' and the 'Spiritual Guidance Program". Linda is a faculty member of the Atlantic Contemplative Centre and has facilitated an interfaith group for 15 years with members from the Hindu, Muslim, Aboriginal, Christian, Jewish, and Buddhist traditions