Urban Mystics

God in the Normal - Examen Meditation Practice

God in the Normal – Examen Meditation Practice We all have both mountaintop and valley experiences in our lives. On the mountaintop, God is so close and so real. We’re excited by powerful experiences. We’re filled with energy and vigor for life. On the contrary, the valleys feel quiet and dark. God feels distant. We know struggle, pain, and isolation. Both the mountaintops and the valleys can profoundly shape us. Typically, these seasons are short in duration. Then, there is the in-between. The experience of what we would each consider to be “normal life”. Most of our lives are spent between the mountaintop and the valley – somewhere between ecstatic and struggling. So, do you find God in the details of your normal life? Do you sense God’s intimate presence in the daily routine of it all? This examen meditation, when done as a prayer rhythm, can build a framework for spiritual awareness of God in the details of everything – even the most routine and mundane things. Let’s try this practice together! This episode is written, hosted, and produced by Tony Duppong, exclusively for the Urban Mystics Podcast. Meditations and recordings are property of Urban Mystics. Use of this copyrighted material is not allowed without consent. Learn more about Urban Mystics by visiting the Urban Mystics website [http://www.urbanmystics.org] or by joining the new ReWire Hub community and checking out the Urban Mystics space [https://rewirehub.mn.co/share/bUZrUTYAa8OHBTVg?utm_source=manual]. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/urbanmysticscommunity/] or send us an email at urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com [urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com] Episode Audio Credits: “42” by Purrple Cat (Album: Distant Worlds III) “Cat’s Cradle” by Purrple Cat (Album: Morning Coffee) “Pillow Fort” by Purrple Cat (Album: Cozy Cabin Beats) We love Purrple Cat's music and are customers and supporters. You can find and support Purrple Cat's music at ⁠https://purrplecat.com/ [https://purrplecat.com/] “Valley of Silence Meditation” by alanfrijns [https://pixabay.com/users/alanfrijns-16705522/] (Downloaded from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/meditationspiritual-valley-of-silence-meditation-yoga-relaxation-work-study-sleep-music-122612/])

Mary's Song - Meditation for Advent (Audio Redo)

We had some technical issues with the audio originally uploaded with these and other episodes from our Advent series. We apologize for the poor listening quality and hope you will give these episodes another chance with this new track upload. Advent Meditations - Mary's Song In this Advent meditation, we invite you to gaze reflectively on Mary, the mother of our Lord. Look upon her courage, her grace, and her total trust in the will and love of God. Join Dan as he leads us in a reflection on the Magnificat – Mary’s song of praise and devotion. Luke 1:46-55 And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name. His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever just as he promised our ancestors.” This episode is written and hosted by Dan Lee and produced by Tony Duppong, exclusively for the Urban Mystics Podcast. Learn more about Urban Mystics by visiting the Urban Mystics website [http://www.urbanmystics.org] or by joining the new ReWire Hub community and checking out the Urban Mystics space [https://rewirehub.mn.co/share/bUZrUTYAa8OHBTVg?utm_source=manual]. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/urbanmysticscommunity/] or send us an email at urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com [urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com] Meditations and recordings are property of Urban Mystics. Use of this copyrighted material is not allowed without consent. Vocal Credits Special thanks to the vocal talent of Tiffany Cornwell, reading as Mary This episode is hosted by Dan Lee Tony Duppong reading as Angel Gabriel   Episode Audio Credits: Christmas Lofi (File #179298) from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=179298] Valley of Silence Meditation by alanfrijns (File #122612) from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/users/lvymusic-27953103/] You and I by lofi_hour (File # 133401) from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=179298]

Christmas – “Urban Nativity” – by Tony (Audio Redo)

We apologize for the technical difficulties in the last few Urban Mystics episodes. We are working hard to remaster these files and upload episodes with high sound quality. Merry Christmas from Urban Mystics! Today we celebrate the birth of our King! We wanted to give you all one more “special” Christmas episode as a “thank you” for listening to Urban Mystics. This episode of Urban Mystics is inspired by artwork created by illustrator Everett Patterson [http://www.everettpatterson.com/?page_id=724] titled “Jose y Maria”. You can view this art on his website or purchase it through his shop on Etsy. [https://www.etsy.com/listing/217654076/jose-y-maria-modern-day-nativity-poster?ref=shop_review] This episode is written, hosted, and produced by Tony Duppong, exclusively for the Urban Mystics Podcast. Meditations and recordings are property of Urban Mystics. Use of this copyrighted material is not allowed without consent. Learn more about Urban Mystics by visiting the Urban Mystics website [http://www.urbanmystics.org] or by joining the new ReWire Hub community and checking out the Urban Mystics space [https://rewirehub.mn.co/share/bUZrUTYAa8OHBTVg?utm_source=manual]. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/urbanmysticscommunity/] or send us an email at urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com [urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com] Vocal Credits Special thanks to the vocal talent of Tiffany Cornwell! Episode Audio Credits: Sound effects downloaded through public domain via: * https://pixabay.com/ [https://pixabay.com/] * https://www.zapsplat.com/ [https://www.zapsplat.com/] Sound Effects from https://freesound.org [https://freesound.org] including: * City Sounds from klau78 [https://freesound.org/people/klau78/sounds/648786/] * Walking Sounds from evsecrets [https://freesound.org/people/evsecrets/sounds/334457/] * Sounds from MadamViscious [https://freesound.org/people/MadamVicious/sounds/218190/] * Sounds from khenshom [https://freesound.org/people/khenshom/sounds/534473/] * Baby Sounds [https://freesound.org/people/GiovanniProvenzale/sounds/691561/] from GiovanniProvenzale [https://freesound.org/people/GiovanniProvenzale/sounds/691558/]

Welcome to Advent (Audio Redo)

We had some technical issues with the audio originally uploaded with these and other episodes from our Advent series. We apologize for the poor listening quality and hope you will give these episodes another chance with this new track upload. Welcome to Advent The clashing of kingdoms becomes quite evident during the holidays. One kingdom is loud, neon, consumer driven and exhausting. It doesn’t ask your permission to invade your life. Black Friday, Cyber Monday – shopping days that have evolved into national holidays. Anyone can get drawn into the frenzy of it all, and when they do, they just might miss the invitation to withdraw from ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree. The alternative kingdom will always lead with an invitation. To accept this invitation is to choose stillness, reflection, and anticipation. This is Advent. A season of waiting. A season of longing. A season of prayer, and hope, and joy. This week, my only goal is to invite you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle so that you might find a sense of silence and deep stillness. Come with me. Become more quiet in your soul. Be more still. And wait. Learn more about Urban Mystics by visiting the Urban Mystics website [www.urbanmystics.org] or by joining the new ReWire Hub community and checking out the Urban Mystics space [https://rewirehub.mn.co/share/bUZrUTYAa8OHBTVg?utm_source=manual]. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/urbanmysticscommunity/] or send us an email at urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com [urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com ] Urban Mystics is a ministry of ReWire. Meditations and recordings are property of ReWire. Use of this copyrighted material is not allowed without consent. Learn more about ReWire at www.rewireteam.org [www.rewireteam.org] Episode Audio Credits: Silent Night (LoFi Version) [https://pixabay.com/music/christmas-silent-night-lofi-version-177973/ ] Music by SoulProdMusic We Wish You a Merry Christmas Audio by SoulProd [https://pixabay.com/music/christmas-we-wish-you-a-merry-christmas-128367/] licensed through pixabay.com In the Bleak Midwinter - Christmas Carol - Concert Grand Piano [https://pixabay.com/users/juliush-3921568/] Cold Blizzard Snow Storm Sound Effects from Zapsplat.com [https://www.zapsplat.com/music/cold-blizzard-snow-storm-strong-wind-2/ ] Ear Ring Sound Effect #61053 [https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=61053 ] from Pixabay.com Cold Snowfall Sound Effect 164512 Gioele Fazzeri [https://pixabay.com/users/gioelefazzeri-16466931/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=]

The Innkeeper - Meditation for Advent (Audio Redo)

We apologize for the technical trouble we've had on our last few uploads. We've uploaded a new file that will be worth-while to listen to. Tony first hosted “The Innkeeper” last year during the Urban Mystics live guided sessions. If you were one of the few who were there when Dan and Tony were first getting started last year – first, thank you for following us and listening! Second, this one might sound familiar. In this Advent meditation, Tony will guide you through an imaginative meditation. In this practice of visualization, you are the innkeeper in first century Bethlehem. Earlier in the evening, you reluctantly turn away a man and a very pregnant woman who are traveling together, because all of your accommodations are filled. But this isn’t the last you will see of the traveling couple. Listen and follow along as you experience an unexpected scene of profound significance later that night… This episode is written, hosted, and produced by Tony Duppong, exclusively for the Urban Mystics Podcast. Meditations and recordings are property of Urban Mystics. Use of this copyrighted material is not allowed without consent. Learn more about Urban Mystics by visiting the Urban Mystics website [http://www.urbanmystics.org] or by joining the new ReWire Hub community and checking out the Urban Mystics space [https://rewirehub.mn.co/share/bUZrUTYAa8OHBTVg?utm_source=manual]. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/urbanmysticscommunity/] or send us an email at urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com [urbanmysticscommunities@gmail.com] Episode Audio Credits: Sound effects downloaded through public domain via: * https://freesound.org [https://freesound.org] * https://pixabay.com/ [https://pixabay.com/] * https://www.zapsplat.com/ [https://www.zapsplat.com/] * Baby Sounds from GiovanniProvenzale https://freesound.org/people/GiovanniProvenzale/sounds/691558/ [https://freesound.org/people/GiovanniProvenzale/sounds/691558/]  Special thanks for the use of soundscape design by Sword Coast Soundscapes. Find Sword Coast Soundscapes on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0NhJ9OnxxTW2AbJDnX9XC1], Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUGy8GD5oY4EX9awX4FSqBw], or Bandcamp [https://swordcoastsoundscapes.bandcamp.com/]