Presence and Encounter

The Sacramental Possibilities of Everyday Life

By: David G. Benner PhD, Richard Rohr OFM - foreword

Narrated by: George W. Sarris

The most vital and significant moments in life are moments of encounter. Whether we encounter ourselves, others, or God, these moments let us know that life is meaningful. And presence is what makes encounter possible. When we are truly present, everything that has being becomes potentially present to us.

In this unique resource, David Benner invites us to live with more presence so we can know the presence of God more deeply in our lives. Drawing on over thirty-five years of experience integrating psychology and spirituality, Benner examines the transformational possibilities of spiritual presence and encounter in fresh, exciting, and practical ways. He helps listeners understand the personal and interpersonal dimensions of presence and encounter, revealing how they mediate Divine Presence and serve as sacraments of everyday life. His rich meditations are presented in a voice that is intelligent, compassionate, and engaging. The book includes end-of-chapter reflection exercises for individual or group use and a foreword by Richard Rohr.

©2014 David G. Benner (P)2024 Christian Audio

Drawn Into Openness

The Presence is. And yet, it can be easy to live without paying attention, without recognizing what is. This books helps to make us willing to be open and to dwell in the Presence that holds us all.