The Way of the Mystic: St. Teresa of Avila's Life and Teaching

Presented by

Juliana Cesano

of the Theosophical Society in America

Saturday, March 25

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (US/Canada Central)

Sponsored by

One of Christianity’s inspiring saints, Teresa of Avila, brought to the world the experience of the ecstatic love for God in a most unique way. The journey within of this passionate mystic of the 16th century conveys with clarity and depth the path of surrendering the lower to the Higher. 

Teresa’s ascetic approach is accepted as a classical exposition of the contemplative life, and her spiritual writings are among the most widely read to this day. Her recognized masterpieces on the progress of the soul toward God through prayer and contemplation include The Interior Castle and Exclamations of the Soul to God.

This workshop will begin with 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and will then explore Teresa’s life and her teachings. Ahead of her time, neither illness nor the persecution of the Inquisition were able to extinguish the inner fire of this courageous woman.

(Above portrait of St. Teresa painted by Frei Jual de la Miseria in 1576.)

Presenter:

Juliana Cesano:

Juliana Cesano is a third-generation Theosophist and has been actively involved with the Society’s work for over 25 years. Originally from Argentina, she spent two years volunteering at the International Theosophical Society’s headquarters in Chennai, India, before becoming a staff member at the Theosophical Society in America, which is located on a beautiful campus in Wheaton, Illinois. Juliana is an international speaker, the manager of the Quest Book Shop, and the Membership Education Director for the Theosophical Society in America.. 

About the Theosophical Society:

The Theosophical Society is dedicated to promoting the unity of humanity; fostering religious and racial understanding by encouraging the study of religion, philosophy, and science; and furthering the discovery of the spiritual aspect of life and of human beings.

The Society stands for a complete freedom of individual search and belief. It encourages its members to examine any and all concepts and beliefs with an open mind and a respect for other people’s understanding.

Registration Information:

NOTE: This will be a Zoom workshop. It will be recorded for on-demand viewing on the Contemplative Outreach Chicago YouTube channel in the spirit of sharing the workshop with others. During the registration process you will be required to give Contemplative Outreach Chicago permission to use your image and voice in the recording in the event you are recorded during the workshop.  If you do not wish to appear on the recording, please stop your video during the workshop.

Ticket prices:

Recommended contribution - $25 (Your donation helps to defray the costs of presenting this workshop.)

Sponsorship contribution - $50 (For those who would like to make an additional contribution to the ongoing work of Contemplative Outreach Chicago.)

Free - $0 - (All are welcome!)

The Zoom link and any additional pre-workshop materials will be emailed to you by Noon (Central) on March 24th.

Registration closes at Noon (Central) on March 24th.

Software Platform

Zoom for Windows, Mac, or mobile device; minimum recommended network bandwidth 1.5 Mbps. Please download Zoom for free at zoom.us/download, and test your connection at zoom.us/test.

Questions?

Please email registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org if you have any questions.