As we continue this season's theme of expanding the boundaries of our faith tradition by creating space for dialogue with our brothers and sisters deeply rooted in other spiritual traditions, we’re delighted to welcome Dr. Yuria Celidwen. She will guide us in exploring contemplative practices from an Indigenous perspective.

Yuria was born to Nahua and Maya indigenous lineages in the cloud forest of the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. As a scholar, she investigates forms of contemplation and transcendent experiences from the perspective of the ancestral wisdom of Indigenous peoples. She looks into how these forms are embodied in pro-social behavior and refers to this research as the “Ethics of Belonging” to understand the world from consciousness, intention, and actions toward planetary flourishing. Her recently published book is titled Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Wellbeing.

To connect with Yuria:

• Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yuria.celidwen/
• Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuriacelidwen/
• Check out her Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/author/yuriacelidwen
• Get your copy of her new book: https://www.amazon.com/Flourishing-Kin-Indigenous-Foundations-Collective/dp/1649632045v

To connect further with us:

• Visit our website: www.contemplativeoutreach.org
• Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prayerofconsent
• Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prayerofconsent
• Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@prayerofconsent
• Or explore our Threads: https://www.threads.net/@prayerofconsent
• To learn more about Father Thomas Keating’s guidelines for service and principles visit www.contemplativeoutreach.org/vision.

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