Cynthia Bourgeault

James Finley (born May 30, 1943) is an American author, clinical psychologist and former Trappist monk at the Abbey of Gethsemani, under the spiritual direction of Thomas Merton. Finley is the author of several popular books on spirituality and Christian mysticism including Merton's Palace of Nowhere, The Contemplative Heart, and Christian Meditation: Experiencing the Presence of God. Along with founder Richard Rohr, he is a core faculty member at the Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) i…