Spirit and Culture

Pilgrim Band: Our Shared Quest for Meaning and Purpose

The quest for hope is the driving force of religion today. The Christian movement is entering a new era of smaller companionships, mutual mentoring, and social service. The Pilgrim Band emerging around the world is a fluid, flexible, mobile, highly committed, and mutually accountable group of spiritual travelers earnestly seeking the immanence of God. The Pilgrim Band is a non-institutional, no-professional alternative to the established church. It thrives both physically and virtually across the secular and sacred boundaries of society.

Join the Pilgrim Band on its rediscovery of ancient methods of maturation. The quest for meaning and purpose leads toward a perfect alignment of the heartbeat of one’s soul – through a heart burst for the lifestyle mosaic of the world – with the heart song that fulfills one’s life. Ultimately, this quest of hoe leads to a destination of joy.

Why Tillich? Why Now?

Paul Tillich’s ideas and methods continue to inspire and guide students, teachers, and professionals in all fields. He crosses boundaries between the academy and the community, religions and spiritualities, cultures and societies, taking leaders deeper and further than they ever imagined.

Each essay explores another facet of Tillich’s influence in education, religion, popular culture, science, health, social reform, and political action. They are chosen to be “snapshots” of his ongoing influence, accessible to both undergraduate and graduate students, and relevant to corporate and non-profit leaders alike.

Christian OptiMYSTICS: Running the Rapids of the Spirit

This book is about human failing, the possibility of grace, and how the Spirit moves through the chaos of culture. In part, it explores the journey from professional disgrace to personal renewal for many clergy. More than this, it recovers the rich resources of early mystical traditions, and the depth and power of God’s presence in a decadent world. It brings the spiritual journey of conversion and renewal from the life of Augustine into life today.