By Mark Danis, Integrated Catholic, Dec 14, 2021
Mark’s primary ministry is providing teaching and spiritual direction in contemplative prayer and removing the obstacles to prayer. He is grounded primarily in the teachings of the Carmelites, most especially St. Teresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross. …
“This secluded place that we all seek is found in the very center of our soul. It is beyond the noise, the distractions, the memories, the thoughts, and even our desires. It is found when our hearts are centered on one and only one desire – the desire to encounter God.”
And he said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a lonely place, and rest a while.” For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. (Mark 6:31)
Have you ever felt like you needed to get away for a while? The Apostles did, and Jesus seemed to understand they needed to find a secluded place where they could rest. …
