Overview

Deacon Robert Hesse is uniquely qualified to write this scientifically accurate and inspirational gateway into the mind and heart of God throughthe interrelationship between faith and science. Drawing upon his Ph.D.in Physical Chemistry, his background in Trappist mystical theology, andyears of leadership in interreligious dialogue, he provides a glimpse into theunrestricted consciousness from which springs the equations of physics, thespace-time continuum, molecular structures, the biophysical leap into life,and the biospiritual leap into human consciousness, free choice, loving relationships, and mystical ecstasy.

Author Biography

Robert Hesse Ph.D. is a permanent Catholic deacon. He is Co-founderand President of Contemplative Network, dedicated to interdenominationalChristian contemplative prayer teaching, scientific research and interfaithdialogue. He was inspired by Trappist Monk, Fr. Thomas Merton, whileon retreat at Gethsemani Trappist monastery. Later he was appointed byTrappist Fr. Thomas Keating, Commissioned Presenter of ContemplativeOutreach Ltd. (COL) and Keating’s emissary to the first COL dialoguewith the Mind & Life Institute, in response to an invitation by The DalaiLama to Keating.