“When the field of vision has been unified, the inner being comes to rest, and that inner peaceableness flows into the outer world as harmony and compassion.”
— Cynthia Bourgeault, The Wisdom Jesus
Cynthia Bourgeault is a modern day mystic, Episcopal priest, writer, and internationally acclaimed retreat leader. She divides her time between solitude in her seaside hermitage in Maine and a demanding schedule traveling globally to spread the recovery of the Christian contemplative and Wisdom paths. She is a faculty member emeritus of the Center for Action and Contemplation and the founding director of an international network of Wisdom schools, uniting classic Christian mystical and monastic teaching with contemporary practices of mindfulness and embodied presence. She has been honored as one of the 100 most spiritually influential living people in 2021.
Cynthia’s blog is now on Substack
All of Cynthia’s latest reflections, essays and spiritual insights can now be found on her substack
Begin Your Journey into the Wisdom Tradition
Experience Cynthia Bourgeault's newly filmed Introductory Wisdom School, created to bring the transformative Wisdom School experience into your home. Discover the foundations of Wisdom teaching, learn practical spiritual disciplines, and cultivate a more awakened way of being in the world.
Learn more about Cynthia’s work at Wisdom Waypoints
Wisdom Waypoints is Cynthia’s Wisdom community “home base,” and anchors a lively and growing international network of individuals, small communities, and emerging Wisdom teachers.
Essential Reading for the Contemplative Path
Discover Cynthia's bestselling books on contemplative practice, Christian Wisdom, and spiritual transformation—resources that have inspired seekers around the world to live with greater presence, compassion, and awakening.
Learn more about Cynthia’s events on Wisdom Waypoints
For more than three decades, Cynthia Bourgeault has taught internationally, guiding seekers into the heart of the Christian Wisdom tradition. Through retreats, Wisdom Schools, pilgrimages, and online gatherings, she invites participants into a living path of transformation grounded in contemplative practice, presence, and the wisdom of the heart.
Contact Cynthia
Inquiries for Cynthia Bourgeault
Cynthia’s “home base” organization Wisdom Waypoints is currently managing messages submitted specifically for her attention. Due to constraints on Cynthia’s time, she cannot personally respond to all correspondence she receives. Her response to inquiries, including invitations for event appearances and media requests, will be provided as she is able.
Grow in Being and Understanding
Explore Cynthia’s at-home Wisdom Schools and courses hosted on Wisdom Waypoints: Wisdom Christianity, Fourth Way, Wisdom Liturgy, and Wisdom in the World.
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