Hi!
Maybe you know me well, and maybe we’ve just been connected, but now is a good time for updates and reintroductions!
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I asked AI …
“Who is Lisa Colón DeLay?” and gathered up some things and it told me a lot:
RESULTS:
Lisa Colón DeLay is a Puerto Rican-born author, podcaster, teacher, and spiritual companion whose work centers on spiritual formation, healing, and transformation. She is best known as the creator and host of the long-running podcast Spark My Muse, which has released over 600 episodes since its inception in 2015 .(Wordserve Literary, Lisa Colón DeLay)
Her acclaimed book The Wild Land Within: Cultivating Wholeness Through Spiritual Practice (Broadleaf Books, 2021) explores the inner landscape of the soul, guiding readers through practices that foster deeper connection with God and self. The book draws from contemplative traditions and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and healing internal wounds as part of spiritual growth .(Cru.org)
Lisa's upcoming work, Enticed: The Eight Afflicting Thoughts That Plague Us—And How Desert Spirituality Can Set Us Free, delves into the wisdom of the Desert Fathers and Mothers, offering insights into overcoming common spiritual struggles through ancient practices .(Wordserve Literary)
Beyond her writing and podcasting, Lisa is active in spiritual companioning, providing guidance and support to individuals seeking deeper spiritual understanding. She also engages in social justice efforts, particularly focusing on issues affecting Puerto Rico, such as housing sustainability and emergency relief .(Wordserve Literary)
Lisa Colón DeLay's work is characterized by a commitment to inclusivity, drawing from diverse spiritual traditions and emphasizing the importance of marginalized voices in spiritual discourse. Her approach combines scholarly insight with practical application, making her a respected figure in contemporary spiritual formation circles.(Lisa Colón DeLay, Lisa Colón DeLay)
For more information, you can visit her Substack or Amazon author page.
“Her approach combines scholarly insight with practical application, making her a respected figure in contemporary spiritual formation circles.”
Oh really? Thanks CHAT GPT.
The book name has since changed to “The Way of the Desert Elders: How the Wisdom of Ancient Christians Sustains Us Today”
(I had wished for a better subtitle, to be candid, but I think the book marketers what to “make a promise” and attract the consumer directly like that on the book cover)
Then, out of curiosity I asked AI “What is ‘The Way of the Desert Elders’?”
And, remember that the book is not printed yet. Somehow….but, it knew!
I got this reply:
It’s all true.
❤️🔥Pre-orders start in July - Stay tuned for that link.
• Special treats are planned for pre-order participants.
And one more thing: A book cover reveal is coming soon! 😊
Back to the IMMERSIVE HISTORY EXPERIENCE:
…you step off the boat into a city in Egypt and back in time!
What you see and hear in the video (and a still image above) is the draft build of my introduction to the Desert Elders through an interactive experience.
In the video, I filmed myself trying to move around and speak to the first person I found at the dock in Alexandria circa 375 CE.
This interactive experience is part of the rollout for my desert elder book and a way for people, just like you, to adjust to the ancient desert era and the themes of that time. It’s the Christian Desert Historical Era that included a renewed devotion to the ways of Jesus, but we begin, like quite a few desert seekers did, in a bustling city.
If you support here - you get first access!
• Also new is a resource for PRAYER!
Did you know that it’s not just Roman Catholics who use and are greatly aided by using Prayer Beads?
I made a guide to help you learn how to use them as you pray. It can be the perfect way to stay focused and enhance your prayer life in richer ways.
TRY IT HERE
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