Evangelical Conference Pushes Mysticism
[Evangelical Conference Pushes Mysticism Proclaiming the Gospel Ministries] "A major Christian church-leadership organization brought thousands of pastors and church workers together at Bent Tree Church in Carrollton, Texas, last month to encourage mysticism. The event called "Catalyst Dallas" raised the eyebrows of some attendees because of its promotion of "contemplative spirituality." One speaker led the audience in a "centering prayer," which detractors argue opens the door to altered states of consciousness and possibly occult influences. Watch a highlight video here. A common theme throughout the event was centered on the work of Roman Catholic mystics Thomas Merton, Thomas Keating, and Henri Nouwen. Read more."
