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David Torkington on Prayer, Spiritual Renewal & Deepening Faith

John-Henry Westen Show

In this compelling episode of the John-Henry Westen Show, David Torkington returns to discuss the profound significance of prayer and spiritual renewal. Drawing from his extensive experience and recent writings, he emphasizes the necessity of devoting time to cultivate a deep relationship with God. The conversation delves into early Christian spirituality, highlighting key elements such as meditation, contemplation, and the transformative power of divine love. David Torkington invites viewers to embark on a personal retreat, aiming to rekindle their prayer life and achieve a loving union with Christ. This enlightening dialogue serves as a call to action for all who seek a deeper connection with their faith.

Metanoia retreats are for schools too


Video produced for the Head Teachers’ Retreat Day at Belmont Abbey run by Fr Bernard Sixtus, Director of Religious Education (schools) in the Archdiocese of Cardiff.

Introducing Prayer to Contemplation

In these times of chaos, uncertainty, and never-ending noise, we all need a little help. We need to return to the fundamental teachings and practices of our Faith to help us reorder and rediscover our purpose, as practicing Christians. Many are perplexed  by the current theological and spiritual confusion in the Catholic Church. We have therefore asked David Torkington, a Mystical Theologian, and our first Author, to record a fifteen part video series to take us back to the foundations of our Faith in the Early Church, and to the vibrant prayer life that animated their daily lives.

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