This page provides information on publications written and/or edited by Order members as well as several topical bibliographies of recommended reading for the individual seeker. Some publications are available on line at the links below, others will redirect you to the author/publisher for purchase.
This handbook is a thirty-lesson course on practical wisdom and the common foundation which builds a discerning and sapiential life. Available in downloadable format only. By Lynn C. Bauman, Ph.D.
This is an entirely new translation of the Psalms written in the form of contemporary poetry and includes historical notes and meditations. Both a larger book and pocket-sized version are available. Translated by Lynn C. Bauman, Ph.D.
This anthology is based upon the wisdom teachings of Jesus found in the canonical Gospels and the recently discovered Gospel of Thomas. Edited by Blake Burleson, Ph.D., with introduction by Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
This resource is for use by individuals in their personal time of contemplative prayer but especially for leaders of contemplative prayer gatherings. The extensive material has been collected and edited specifically for use by those exploring the many dimensions of contemplative prayer. Edited and adapted by Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
This is a companion text to "Contemplative Invocations, Liturgies for Public Worship and Private Prayer" (and is found listed with that text on the Praxis of Prayer website). Edited and adapted by Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
A new and dynamic translation by Lynn C Bauman PH.d. of the text from the Christian Old Testament. This is a free download.
This resource includes prayers and meditations from Baptist theologians, writers, pastors, lay leaders, and social advocates reflecting a primary calling to a devotional, unitive, or transformative experience in the Divine Presence. Edited and adapted by Pastors Blake Burleson, Ph.D.,and Michael Sciretti, Jr.,Ph.D.
A fresh translation of the text by Lynn C Bauman, PhD, with images created by Alison Hine. This is a free download.
This commentary on the early Christian text, the Gospel of Thomas, includes a dynamic translation of each saying, identifies important themes, provides questions for reflection, exercises, and meditations for each Logion, as well as additional readings for insight. It includes a comprehensive index. By Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
Based upon Kabir Helminski's book, "Living Presence", as the foundation, this manual is designed to assist Christian contemplatives in understanding spiritual pilgrimage using Islamic spirituality and Sufism as a template. By Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
This "dynamic" translation of the Coptic text allows the student to better grasp the nuances of the original text. The text also Includes an academic translation, questions for reflection, and notes on each of the 114 Logion (Sayings). Translated and written by Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D.
The early texts of Thomas, Mary Magdalene, and Philip give us a view different than that of the synoptic Gospels, one that is luminous with insight. Dynamic translation with commentary helps the student enter a new world of early perennial wisdom. Translated by Lynn C Bauman, Ph.D., with commentary by Lynn C. Bauman, Ph.D., the Rev Ward J Bauman, and the Rev Cynthia Bourgeault, Ph.D.
The poetry of Jalalu'ddin Rumi overlaid onto the four phases of the Journey of Eternal Return. Compiled from various translations of the Sufi's poetry by Lynn C Bauman, PhD. This is a free download.
the poem originally from the Mathnawi of Jalaluddin Rumi has been beautifully translated by (Abbor) Lynn C. Bauman, Ph.D, and illustrated by (Priest) Alison Hine. This is a free download.
Over the last several years images and meditations have been literally pouring into our world and OOOW Priest Alison Hine and Abbot Lynn Bauman have been working through the Luminous Gospels, illuminating the three ancient Christian texts. The wondrous sacred poetry from the Psalms and from across the Abrahamic traditions have also been illuminated. For those interested, a subscription of contemplative readings, meditations and images that blend what we are calling “Visio Divina” (a mandala like gaze at iconic images) with Lectio Divina, the heart’s listening to and contemplation of sacred texts, is available. click here for more information and sample meditations.