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MJS – The Soul’s Divine Awakening

Mystic Journey Series

The Soul’s Divine Awakening

Presented by Bob Aten

September 19 @ 8:30 AM 3:00 PM

Gathering at 8:30 AM

The Mystic Journey Series invites you to a time of exploration.

“Be still and know that I am God” -Psalm 46:10

This presentation examines the nature of stillness. What is stillness? Where does it originate? What is the source of stillness? Is the stillness I experience something I create, or does it arise from a deeper source?

It is said that human beings exist within a continuous field of movement and vibration. From the rhythms of the heartbeat and breath to the subtle oscillations of the nervous system and sensory experience, the body is inherently vibratory.

Is it possible that the contemplative way of life is a theological metaphor for a way of life that organically emerges from an ambient, vibrating movement?

An ambient, vibrating movement refers to the experience of physical vibrations that interact with the human/Being, influencing the body, mind, and deeper dimension of subjective awareness.

This phenomenon suggests that vibration is not merely an external physical event but an embodied process through which human beings experience connection, regulation, and transformation. When these vibrations are perceived and integrated into consciousness, they may foster a sense of grounding, contemplative awareness, and inner harmony.

To be aligned with the ground of being is a vibratory movement. It is the bridge between physical embodiment and the contemplative dimension of human experience.

Be still so you may experience the vibratory movement emerging from the ground of the eternal soul.

This presentation is not merely informational but an adventure into an intimate experience of the deepest ground of being. The vibratory movement will be the catalyst, organically grounding us in the Divine heartbeat. This is the eternal cosmic heartbeat in which we will eternally dance.

Explore Western Apophatic Influence and the “Birthing of Mystical Consciousness”

This day is twofold in purpose:

First, to deepen our intellectual understanding of apophatic theology.

Second, to learn how to apply apophatic teaching in a modern world.

The day will offer insights into navigating the struggles of the mystical life.

Flow for the Day:

  • 8:30 AM — Gathering & light continental breakfast
    9:00 AM — The Birthing of Mystical Consciousness
    10:30 AM — Quiet Prayer
    11:00 AM — Maturing in Mystical Consciousness — Detachment
    12:15 PM — Mediterranean catered lunch
    1:00 PM — Quiet Prayer
    1:30 PM — Mystical Apophatic Intimacy — Oneness/Amness
    3:00 PM — Conclusion
ai generated, heart, burning, shape, fire, flame, burn, abstract, explosion, fiery
8:30 AM — Light continental breakfast upon arrival
12:15 PM — Mediterranean Catered lunch will be provided, or you are welcome to bring your own lunch

Community of Christ Church

Address

830 N Kirkwood Rd
St. Louis, MO
63122

About the Presenter

Bob aten

Bob Aten has been an apophatic hermit for the past 30 years.  Former USAF Chaplain, Vietnam veteran, Death Row Chaplain @ Pototsi State Maximum Security Center, military teacher, high school teacher, Junior college math teacher.  Founder of Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis in 1989.

A little history on the formation of the Mystic Journey Series

THE MYSTIC JOURNEY
There are many definitions of the word “mystic” as noted in religious traditions throughout the world.  Most traditions agree that the Mystic is a person who seeks through contemplation, self-surrender and personal transformation the experience of unity with the sacred 
Absolute Divine reality.

Karl Rahner, in his famous quote regarding the spiritual journey of the future, said “you will be a mystic or nothing at all …”

Everyone is invited to join us to consider the life and stories of persons who have revealed and written of their experience encountering the extraordinary presence and love of Divine reality.
Some may call them “saints” or apply other characterizations, but they were no different than you or I who are seeking the same loving God.
water, light, glowing, man, nature, fantasy

For more information: Susie Brent – susiebrentcostl@gmail.com

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