Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer (Paperback)

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This book has been revised and expanded with a fresh cover, study guide, re-edited text, new material, and a gift-market layout.

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Richard Rohr's book, one of the fastest-selling books in Catholic spirituality today, offers a personal retreat for those who hunger for a deeper prayer life but don't know what contemplation is. Now with reflection guide.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: The Crossroad Publishing Company; Rev Upd edition (March 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0824519957
• ISBN-13: 978-0824519957
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,529 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is strictly for those who want to once again "begin over", October 18, 1999

By	Father Joseph leppard ([e-mail]) (Palestine, Texas 75802) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer (Hardcover)

As a Catholic Priest, I have always found Father Richard to be on sound bases; neither going right too far or left too far. I believe he is where the Spirit wants him in this book.

He teaches us through this book that we can always begin each day a new; looking and seeing differently; listening with the listening ear; and seeing with the seeing eye.

I highly recommend this book to all - high school seniors, college students, parents, above all, to priest who have be lack in their own adult education.

It is a book to have on your shelf when doubts about yourself,your faith and church come into conflict. It is a book that is an excellent tool to increase one's spiritual growth in union with God.

Father Joseph

76 of 83 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for Christians, May 10, 2002

By	Mary R. Bast (Gainesville, Florida United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer (Paperback)

According to the publisher, Rohr wrote this book to "help us pray better and see life differently." I emphasize the second part, seeing life differently. As a personal coach I know that people don't change by ignoring or trying to overcome their limiting beliefs and perspectives. The most fundamental and significant changes occur when we witness ourselves as we are and without judgment. Rohr brilliantly balances Christian and Buddhist philosophy and practice to illustrate that contemplative prayer is not about being Christian -- it is about becoming whole. "The small calculating mind," he writes, "wants either/or, win/lose, good or bad... We do not think outselves into new ways of living. We live ourselves into new ways of thinking." When we let go of the stories that have defined us and become living witnesses to ourselves as we show up every day, we return to the sacred, to our most essential and least programmed essence. This happens through contemplative prayer, through meditation, and through everyday mindfulness. This is true of any spiritual journey, and not just for Christians.

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing, Challenging, Awe-Inspiring!, April 28, 2006

By	Rick Rowland (Glen Allen, Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews

Having just finished this book, the first I've read by Richard Rohr, I have to say that I'm awe-struck. It will take some time for me to reflect on and process what I've read. Note that this isn't a guide on the "how-to's" of comtemplation but, rather, how to live contemplatively. It may challenge you (including your ideas of social justice) and, in the process, help you grow spriritually. If you are open-minded to new perspectives and have an inclusive world view, you may well enjoy it. I highly recommend it, and will definitely read it a second time.