Mystical Consciousness

A virtual 10-week course on Mystical Consciousness for spiritual seekers. Together, we will explore some of the writings of the great mystics, the classical journey of Purgation, Illumination and Union, and ways of cultivating mystical awareness.

Attend via Zoom in whatever way is comfortable for you: 

A. Just show up, learn and interact. (AUDIT)

B. Be more intentional and prepare, participate, and reflect. (ENGAGE)

C. Dive deep by studying the topics and reading supplemental materials. (STUDY)

Whatever approach works for you is fine with me! All are welcome! We will go as deep as you want to go!

Mondays, May 12th-July 21st, 2025 (no class on Memorial Day, May 26th) 

4:00 -5:30 p.m. EST (15 hours total).

The afternoon time is to accommodate overseas participants. If it would be more convenient for you to meet on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. EST, please contact me via this website. If there is enough interest, I would consider offering two sections of the same course.

Mystical Consciousness will be limited to 12 participants on a “first come” basis. To secure your place, please complete the application form. The course costs $350.00 and fees must be paid in full before May 10th, 2025. Once you have completed the application, I will send you information about secure payment options.

Attar, Farid Ud-Din. The Conference of the Birds.  Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 2011.

Happold, F.C. Mysticism: A Study and an Anthology.Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 1979. (Available as a “used book” from multiple sources)

A Bible (with Hebrew and Christian texts)

A journal & crayons or colored markers

* I will also be providing handouts and video links on my Graphy Learning Platform.

Fox, Matthew. Illuminations of Hildegard of Bingen. Santa Fe, NM: Bear & Company, 1985.

Hanh, Thick Nhat. The Miracle of Mindfulness. Boston: Beacon Press,1987. 

Hixon, Lex. Mother of the Universe. Massachusetts: Quest Books, 1994.

John of the Cross. Collected Works. Washington D.C.: ICS Publications, 1979.

Julian of Norwich. Revelations of Divine Love. Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 1985.

Luke, Helen. Dark Wood to White Rose. New York: Parabola Books, 1993.

Rolle, Richard. The Fire of Love. Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 1981.

Stewart, Elizabeth-Anne. Woman Dreamer. Indiana: Wyndham Hall Press, 1989. (available from the author only)

The Bhagavad Gita.Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 1962.

The Cloud of Unknowing. Middlesex, U.K.: Penguin Books, Ltd., 1987.

Underhill, Evelyn. Mysticism. New York: Image Books, 1990.

Each 1.5 hour class will begin with a brief time of centering, followed by a 10-minute check-in regarding the previous week’s praxis. The format will be a blend of lecture and discussion, with experiential activities designed to cultivate mystical awareness,