NEXT LIVE MASTERCLASS: Edith Stein: The Saint of Empathy | NOVEMBER 1, 12PM EST

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12 Modern Mystics & Prophets

to help you face today's storms with courage and hope.

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In an age that mocks empathy, this Carmelite made it her path to God.

Edith Stein believed that empathy is a doorway to the Divine.

Long before psychologists gave it a name, Edith wrote of “Einfühlung”—the ability to “feel into” another person—as a sacred participation in the mystery of God’s own compassion. To suffer with another was not weakness for her—it was love made real.

Born into a Jewish family, Edith became an atheist, then one of Europe’s first female philosophers, and finally a Carmelite nun who died at Auschwitz. Through every transformation, her guiding question remained: How do we keep our hearts open when the world is breaking?

For Edith, empathy was not sentimental. It was mystical solidarity—a way of entering the world’s pain without losing faith in its redemption.

In our own time of division and exhaustion, she offers a vision of strength rooted in tenderness, of courage grounded in contemplation.

Join us for a new class on Edith Stein’s life and wisdom—her journey from atheist to mystic, her theology of empathy, and the hope she offers to all who long to live with compassion in a wounded world.

 

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Presented by Matthew Blake, OCD

 

Rooted deeply in the Carmelite tradition of prayer, silence, and contemplation, Fr. Matthew has devoted his life to leading retreats, offering spiritual direction, and teaching on Carmelite spirituality. His retreats invite participants to encounter God in the quiet of their own hearts, drawing especially on the writings of St Teresa of Ávila and St John of the Cross.

Over the years, he has served in parish ministry as well as in formation and teaching roles within the Order. Known for his warmth, depth, and clarity, Fr. Matthew has a gift for making the mystical wisdom of the Carmelite saints accessible to contemporary seekers. Through his talks, writings, and accompaniment, he continues to guide many toward a more contemplative way of living in today’s fast-paced world.

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Do you have what you need to stay grounded this year?

 

We invite you to join 500+ other big-hearted students–each seeking to bring the fire of divine love into a world aching with grief.


In this new course, you'll meet 12 mystics and prophets who show us how to face the chaos–and allow it to draw us out of ourselves and into communion with those around us.

 

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This is exactly the wild adventure I've been looking to be part of. I LOVE it. This course has been so enriching.

I'm turning 80 this next year and I feel like I've just been born anew into the world of mysticism. Where have you been all my life?"

- Barb Y

 

What You'll Receive: 

 ✔ LIVE Monthly Masterclasses 

We've hand-picked guest experts who are not only knowledgeable, but also live into their mystics spirituality. Indulge all your curiosities with live Q&A at the end!

 

 ✔ Monthly Spiritual Practices

Each month you'll be able to listen to the words of that mystic--in their own voice! Receive a guided meditation to enter into divine presence.

 

 ✔ Meet the Mystic Summaries

Receive an at-a-glance summary of each mystics story, context, and what makes them such a badass!

 

✔ Private Community

Discuss the mystics and your own journeys with other kindred spirits! If you choose the "Better" package, you'll be able to join a live small group and connect in the members-only forum.

 

 

 ✔ World Renowned Speakers

Learn from top-notch contemplative teachers like James Finley, Ronald Rolheiser, Laurence Freeman, and more!

 

 ✔ A FREE Bonus Course!

When you enroll, you'll also receive FREE access to our course, the Seeker's Guide to Mysticism.

 

✔ Personalized Reading Lists

Hungry to dive deeper? Check out our recommended reading list, so you don’t have to sort through the plethora of books yourself.

 

 ✔ Rich Continuing Education

You'll receive 18 hours of course time and 12 hours of discussion.

 

 ✔ All the best formation, all in one place

No need to trudge through translations on your own. Meet each of these modern mystics in a fresh and full-bodied way!

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"Wonderful, deep, transformational."

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- Patty S.

 

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- Audrey D.

 Meet the Mystics:

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World Renowned Speakers

Rowan Williams

Former Archbishop of Canterbury, hailed as "one of the world's greatest living theologians"

Fanny Brewster

Jungian Analyst & Author of African Americans and Jungian Psychology: Leaving the Shadows

John Philip Newell

Internationally acclaimed Celtic teacher & Award-winning Author of Sacred Earth Sacred Soul.

Omid Safi 

Teacher of Islamic Mysticism (Sufism) & Founder of Illuminated Courses and Tours 

Felicia Murell

Author of And: The Restorative Power of Love in an Either/Or World & Student of Barbara Holmes 

Kathleen Duffy

President of the American Teilhard Association, Professor Emerita of Molecular Physics & Author of Teilhard’s Mysticism

ValLimar Jansen

Internationally acclaimed singer, storyteller, and composer

Matthew Blake

Carmelite Friar & Retreat Director, named "Best Contemplative Teacher You've Never Heard Of"

Esther Freinkel Tishman

Award-winning Teacher, Zen Buddhist Minister, & Certified Mindfulness Educator

Patrick Woodhouse

Contemplative Teacher & Author of Etty Hillesum: A Life Transformed

Dan Miller

Spiritual Director, Retreat Leader, & Beloved Contemplative Teacher

Leonard Tighe

Retired Diocesan Priest & Charles de Foucauld Expert 

 

"This is an absolutely wonderful online course. I wish I had access to all the presenters forever! Thank you so much!"

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  • A LIVE 90-minute Monthly Masterclass on a different modern mystic
  • Recommended Reading List
  • Meet the Mystic Summary
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  • Downloadable class transcript
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  • LIVE monthly small group discussions
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  • 1-on-1 Spiritual Direction each month
  • Psycho-Spiritual Maturity Assessment 
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When you sign up for the Modern Mystics School, you will receive the free BONUS course: 
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In The Seeker's Guide to Mysticism BONUS course, you'll learn:

✔ What mysticism is (and isn't)

✔ Step-by-step guides to meditative and contemplative practices

✔ How to tell if you're called to the mystical life

✔ The difference between meditation and contemplation

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Meet the Host


Kelly Deutsch

 

Kelly is the founder and bestselling author of Spiritual Wanderlust. A former nun, Kelly is passionate about supporting others on the path to divine union. She has facilitated popular programs such as The Women Mystics School, The Celtic Spirituality School, and the worldwide Contemplative Summit. She speaks internationally and writes on the intersection of mysticism, neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and embodiment.

"Kelly has a gift for making the deepest truths edible.

Highly recommended."

 

- Richard Rohr

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The mystics understood: union with God isn’t an escape from the world, it’s the power to change it. 

The next LIVE masterclass is on NOVEMBER 1, 2025!

 

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