Do you desire an intimate union with Christ? Come explore the Church’s rich, mystical tradition and discover how the mystics established such a union. In this presentation, we will address the following questions: 

• What is Catholic mysticism and mystical theology? 

• What are the three stages of spiritual growth? 

• What is the difference between meditative and contemplative prayer? 

• Who are the great Catholic mystics and what are their classic works? 

• Why should one care about mysticism today? 

Presenter: Jamie Kauffman, Ph.D. A convert to the faith, Jamie holds a M.A. in Theology from St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology and serves as RCIA Director at St. Anthony’s parish in Wylie, TX. He earned a Ph.D. in communication studies from Indiana University and served as a professor for 30 years before moving to Richardson in 2020.