• Christian Desert Ammas: Contemplative Midwives Part 2

  • May 16 2022
  • Length: 38 mins
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Christian Desert Ammas: Contemplative Midwives Part 2

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  • This is part 2 of 2 episodes profiling the Christian Desert Ammas. These women lived in the 3rd-6th century and helped shape Christianity. Often ignored and undervalued, they had a tremendous impact on the culture and people around them. They were sought after for their advice and connection with the Divine. They worked alongside the Abbas of the desert and many influenced the early Church fathers. 

    This is a labor of love for Chelsea, who has spent the past 3 years studying these amazing and life-giving women. To all they met, they were spiritual midwives helping to transition each person in unity with God. This episode will talk about the desert ammas as spiritual midwives, spiritual guides and unveil their spiritual practices.

    The two books mentioned (although there are too many to put here - we will list our favorites in our after the show blog next week):

    Praying with the Desert Mothers by Mary Forman
    The Desert Mothers: Spiritual Practices from the Women of the Wilderness by Mary Earle

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