Erica McIlroy offers courses and small-group experiences designed to explore spirituality, contemplative practice, and wellness in a thoughtful and welcoming environment.
Current Offerings
Contemplative Practice. Spiritual Insight. Shared Exploration.
Touching the Heart with Christian Mystics
A 6-Week Contemplative Circle with Erica McIlroy & Will Adams
This six-session series explores core spiritual insights from the Christian mystical tradition, while introducing participants to contemplative practices such as:
- Centering Prayer
- Lectio Divina (contemplative reading)
- Guided meditation and reflection
Each session combines teaching, shared dialogue, and experiential practice, creating space for both intellectual exploration and personal reflection.
Participants will engage with teachings and writings from
- Jesus
- Julian of Norwich
- Meister Eckhart
- The Cloud of Unknowing
- Saint Teresa of Ávila
- Saint John of the Cross
- Thomas Merton
- James Finley
No prior experience is necessary. All are welcome.
Additional Details
- Weekly meditative practice included
- Group discussion and reflection
- Healthy snacks provided
- Donations welcome
This series also serves as a foundation for the upcoming Green Heiress Lake Chautauqua Retreat (July 24–27), which will expand on themes of contemplative Christianity.