Thomas Kelly

Thomas Kelly

Thomas Kelly was a remarkable modern American mystic of the Quaker tradition born on a farm in southwestern Ohio. His relatively short life found him plumbing the depths of the spiritual path and discovering the “Light Within,” his own Divine center to which he continuously returned to rest in the presence of God who dwells within us all.

In what are perhaps the most helpful and illuminating lines of his work, Kelly writes,

“Life from the Center is a life of unhurried peace and power. It is simple. It is serene. It is amazing. It is triumphant. It is radiant. It takes no time, but it occupies all our time. And it makes our life programs new and overcoming. We need not get frantic. He is at the helm. And when our little day is done we lie down quietly in peace, for all is well.”

A Testament of Devotion is a great place to begin if you are just getting started with the mystics. His work is accessible, friendly, and serves as a great on-ramp to the contemplative path. Come join us!

Remember this. The only rule we have in the Mystics Reading Group is - come when you can, don’t come when you can’t. All are welcome!