Episode: Contemplative Practices for Lent
C4SO clergy and spiritual directors Markene Meyer of Trinity Lakeside and Peter White of The Sabbath Life discuss with Mickey and Bishop Todd how contemplative practices can aid the Lenten journey. Hear what each leader is doing in their respective community, as well as tips for adopting a quieted, still and slow posture into daily life.
Rev. Dr. Markene Meyer is an ordained priest at Trinity Lakeside and a trained spiritual director. She is experienced in the areas of Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction, holding a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation from Dallas Theological Seminary. She is the author of Thrive: Life-Giving Disciplines for a Chaotic World, a gentle introduction to the ancient practice of abiding by a rule of life.
Peter White is an ordained deacon and a trained spiritual director through Sustainable Faith, and member of Spiritual Directors International. He earned a D.Min. in contextual theology from Northern Seminary, an M.Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary, and a B.A. in English literature from Oral Roberts University. Peter is the founder of The Abbey in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which is a contemplative Christian urban retreat space available for day and overnight retreats for individuals and groups.
