Mindfulness and Christianity

Overview

While Christianity has a rich tradition of contemplation, mindfulness is not typically a focus for many western Christians. Mindful with John, LLC offers a way to access the mindfulness traditions shared between East and West. John Caron holds a Master of Divinity from Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus and combines Christian theology with Buddhist practice to introduce Western Christians to meditation and contemplative practices, integrating these into their broader faith tradition.

What Mindful with John, LLC offers

• Mindfulness meditation training for adult and youth Sunday school classes, confirmation classes, and small groups focused on prayer and spirituality.

• Single- and multi-session mindfulness programs with themes that can be customized to fit each booking.

• Programs that explore Buddhist traditions and the similarities and differences between Buddhism and Christianity.

• Individual mindfulness training to tailor the learning experience and establish a regular meditation practice.

• A free initial consultation to discuss individual needs and expectations.

How it supports Christian spirituality

• Provides a pathway for Christians to connect more deeply with the present moment by contextualizing mindfulness techniques within a Christian framework.

• Integrates contemplative practices with Christian prayer, worship, and daily life, while respecting the integrity of Christian faith.

Audience

• Christians seeking to deepen their spiritual practice through mindfulness.

• Clergy, lay leaders, educators, and researchers interested in theology and spiritual formation.

Logistics and accessibility

• Programs can be adapted for various group sizes and settings.

• Emphasis on voluntary participation, safety, inclusivity, and accessibility for diverse backgrounds.

• Clear, reader-friendly language with options suitable for beginners and also those with prior mindfulness experience.