{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F095b3988-4f60-4f8a-916b-7173452b8c78","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Seeds of Devotion: Finding Inner Peace Through Centering Prayer with Roger Butts\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/095b3988-4f60-4f8a-916b-7173452b8c78\"></iframe>","title":"Seeds of Devotion: Finding Inner Peace Through Centering Prayer with Roger Butts","description":"Episode Summary:\nIn this episode of\u00a0Inner Peace, Better Health, host Arick welcomes Roger Butts\u2014author, hospital chaplain, and Unitarian Universalist minister\u2014to explore the profound practice of centering prayer and its transformative impact on spiritual well-being. Roger shares his journey from seminary to chaplaincy, offering wisdom on being present during life\u2019s most challenging moments. With humor and grace, Roger introduces centering prayer, a meditative practice rooted in Catholic monastic traditions, and highlights its universal appeal regardless of spiritual beliefs.\nListeners will learn how this accessible, mindfulness-based prayer practice can open the heart, heal the soul, and foster radical peace, even amidst life's complexities.\nAbout the Guest:\nRoger Butts is the author of\u00a0Seeds of Devotion, a seasoned hospital and hospice chaplain, and a Unitarian Universalist minister. With years of experience providing spiritual care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, Roger brings a compassionate and open-hearted approach to his work. His focus on centering prayer and radical peacemaking emphasizes creating space for divine connection and inner healing.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n Centering Prayer as a Spiritual Anchor:\n\n A simple yet powerful practice of silent prayer involving a focus word to maintain openness to the divine.\n  Rooted in Catholic monastic tradition but adaptable to all belief systems.\n\n\n  The Power of Presence:\n\n  Listening and being fully present can bring comfort and peace, even to those facing grief, illness, or end-of-life challenges.\n\n\n  Inclusivity in Spiritual Care:\n\n  Roger emphasizes meeting individuals where they are, respecting diverse beliefs, and focusing on universal principles like silence and mindfulness.\n\n\n  Mindfulness Beyond Labels:\n\n  Regardless of religious or spiritual labels, incorporating silence and mindfulness into daily life fosters personal growth and inner peace.\n\n\n  Radical Peacemaking:\n\n  Finding and nurturing one\u2019s personal \"song\" or unique spiritual practice can transform how we navigate life's trials and triumphs.\n\n\n\n\nThis episode inspires listeners to embrace stillness, discover their own spiritual rhythm, and build a deeper connection to their inner peace.\n\nWant to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: \u2060\u2060Send Me a Message\u2060\u2060 Stay Tuned and Follow Us! \u2060\u2060Newsletter\u2060\u2060 | \u2060\u2060Community\u2060\u2060 | ","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/807e8940-f6db-4ca2-9878-550df09ac9eb/mtu2ys5qcgc.jpg"}