Andrew Dreitcer

Compassionate Presence

Christian Living

Foreword

(wrote the foreword)

Living Spiritual Praxis

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“The language of spiritual formation has become more and more central to how religious educators and spiritual leaders describe the heart of their work. But what exactly is 'spiritual formation'? Eric Kyle provides clear, vital answers to that question. He gives us a common language and a shared understanding--but more than that, he shows us how to expand and deepen the quality of spiritual formation we offer those we serve.”

Sacred Systems

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“Eric Kyle's exploration gives us lenses to understand precisely how Christian spiritual traditions transform lives--even our own lives. In fact, he is establishing a fresh and much-needed systematic approach within the new field of spiritual formation studies--one that points toward possibilities for understanding the structure and flow of transformation in any wisdom tradition.”

Spiritual Being & Becoming

Science & Faith

“With stellar scholarly work and profound pastoral sensibilities, Eric Kyle masterfully guides us through the perspectives of theologians, psychologists, mystics, neuroscientists, and many others whose deep curiosity about human beings, mystery, and the universe have driven them to try to answer questions of ultimate concern. Ultimately, Kyle weaves these many threads together into a fresh powerful model of Christian spiritual formation. This book offers a treasure-trove of possibilities for understanding, teaching, and engaging in the formation of the Christian spiritual life.”

The Desert of Compassion

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“Rachel Srubas has transformed my experience of Lent, rearranging my expectations for this sacred season. ‘Compassion flourishes’ in the Lenten journey, she says. And here’s what she means by that: Lent is a compassion practice–a grace-filled path of experiencing and enacting divine compassion for ourselves, others, and the world.”