What is the Status of Christina Gallagher?
CM writes: “Do you have any information on Christina Gallagher from Ireland?”
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Can Catholics Practice Mindfulness?
We have had so many questions about whether or not a Catholic can become involved in the practice of mindfulness that we embarked on a months-long study of this trendy new practice that has resulted in a lot more than just another blog. It became a new book entitled, A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness.
Catholics Should Avoid True Life in God Prayer Groups
CM writes: “Is it okay for Catholics to join True Life in God prayer groups and can you tell me if there’s anything New Age about them?”
Meditation Retreat Blamed for Woman’s Death
A 25 year-old Pennsylvania woman committed suicide after attending an intense 10-day meditation retreat at the Dhamma Vipassana Meditation Center in Claymont, Delaware that left her psychotic and suicidal.
Should Catholics Practice Mindfulness Meditation?
We have had numerous questions about the use of mindfulness meditation techniques by Catholics and I came across an excellent video on this subject by EWTN’s Dan Burke.
Problems with the International House of Prayer
JC writes: "What do you know about the International House of Prayer, aka IHOP, that is based in the Kansas City Area? This came up in a Catholic book group discussion last night, and I expressed my uneasiness about this organization based on the very little reading I have done. I haven't found anything definitive from the Church regarding this group, and was looking for any information that might be out there that is more objective than what I have come across.”
Is Centering Prayer Catholic?
A new book by Catholic author Connie Rossini dispels some of the most common arguments used to defend centering prayer by comparing it to the teachings of the great mystical doctor of the Church, St. Teresa of Avila.
Study: Mindfulness Meditation Techniques Have a Down Side
Researchers say that as many as 60 percent of people who employ eastern style meditation techniques such as Mindfulness Meditation suffer at least one negative side-effect, including panic, depression and confusion.
The Trouble with Soaking Prayer
Carol and John ArnottSL writes: "I have been in debate lately with a fellow christian friend of mine regarding "soaking". I have read mostly positive things, and some negative things. My friend who has participated in "soaking" before has asked me to join her again - but I declined. There's something about it, that just doesn't sit well in my spirit."
Are The Seven Great Prayers a Gimmick?
DG writes: “I saw a book called the Seven Great Prayers and I cannot find anything verifying if it is Christian or not. They have the prayers available in audio as well so that you can listen to them anywhere. The authors are Paul and Tracy McManus. One tip-off is that one of the prayers says something about "attracting" blessings or something like that. This leads me to believe it is another New Age gimmick masquerading as Christian just to trap unsuspecting individuals. Can you shed some light on this?"
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