(I posted this on the ITMS Facebook page this morning, but I wanted to expand on it a bit for others.) The opening line of the Merton Prayer is a humble admission of uncertainty: "My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot... Continue Reading →
Why Do We Study Merton?
One of the reasons we delve into Merton's work is to gain a deeper understanding of God. Merton's perspective, like ours, has been shaped over the past 2000 years, with a significant influence from the last 1500 years. This journey of understanding is not just a scholarly pursuit but a personal quest that resonates with... Continue Reading →