EVERY THING IS SACRED

In this companion to THE UNIVERSAL CHRIST, Richard Rohr and psychotherapist Patrick Boland offer 40 practical, inspiring reflections on what it means to live "in Christ."
In THE UNIVERSAL CHRIST, Richard Rohr articulated a transformative view of what it means to recognize Jesus as "Christ"—as a portrait of God's constant, unfolding work in the world, and in us. Now, in partnership with Patrick Boland, a psychotherapist and member of the Center for Action and Contemplation community, Rohr invites readers to experience the themes of the book in practice.
Each reflection in this book draws on a key passage of THE UNIVERSAL CHRIST, paired with prayers, journal prompts, and contemplative exercises that invite readers into a more personal encounter with the truth that the presence and compassion of God are all around them.

Richard Rohr is a globally recognized ecumenical teacher whose work is grounded in Christian mysticism, practices of contemplation and self-emptying, and compassion for the marginalized. He is a Franciscan priest of the New Mexico province and founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, where he also serves as academic dean of the Living School for Action and Contemplation. Fr. Richard is the author of many books, including the bestsellers Falling Upward, The Naked Now, and, most recently, The Universal Christ. The Center publishes Richard Rohr's Daily Meditations, free reflections emailed to hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the world.

Patrick Boland is a consultant to the Center for Action and Contemplation who works directly with Richard Rohr on a number of projects, including the study guides to The Universal Christ, CAC's Falling Upward online courses, and CAC's conference workshops. He lives near Dublin, Ireland, and is a psychotherapist and executive coach with an emphasis on team dynamics and integrated spirituality. Boland's background is in education, theology, retreat leading, and leadership consulting.