Journey Through the Dark Night: St. John of the Cross and Spiritual Transformation IN PERSON

Explore the profound spiritual wisdom of St. John of the Cross, a 16th-century mystic whose teachings on the Dark Night of the Soul guide navigation of periods of spiritual desolation and growth. This class will delve into the stages of the dark night, including the Dark Night of the Senses and the Dark Night of the Spirit, helping participants understand the role of suffering and detachment in the journey toward union with God. Through reflection on St. John's writings and guided discussions, participants will gain insights into their own spiritual struggles and learn how to embrace these experiences as part of God's transformative work in their lives.

About the Presenter:

Rafael Luévano (Ph.D./S.T.D. Nijmegan Catholic University [now Radboud University, the Netherlands]) is an associate professor of Religious Studies at Chapman University. He has authored Endless Transforming Love: An Interpretation of the Mystical Doctrine of Saint John of the Cross (Rome: Carmelite Studies, 1990) and Woman-Killing in Juárez: Theodicy at the Border (Orbis Books 2012). He was the 2013 recipient of the T.A. Abbot Award for Faculty Excellence offered by the Disciples of Christ. Luévano teaches courses on mysticism, religions, and the arts.

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