Beyond Words

A Devotional for Christians and Seekers Integrating Mystical or Psychedelic Experiences with Faith

What if your most profound spiritual experiences—whether in prayer, in nature, in silence, or through psychedelics—were not detours from Christianity, but invitations deeper into it?

Beyond Words is a groundbreaking 52-week devotional for Christians, spiritual explorers, and anyone integrating mystical or psychedelic experiences within a life of faith. Following the Year A lectionary, this companion offers weekly Gospel reflections written through what contributors call “the mystical lens”—a way of seeing Christ that honors both ancient Christian wisdom and contemporary spiritual awakening.

Featuring insights from 27 spiritual leaders across 15 Christian traditions, including participants in the Johns Hopkins and NYU psilocybin studies for clergy, this devotional explores how direct encounters with the Divine—through sacred medicine, contemplation, nature, or revelation—can deepen rather than diminish Christian faith.

 

Each week includes the Gospel passage, a mystical interpretation, personal stories of awakening, reflection questions, spiritual practices, and journaling prompts to support grounded integration and real transformation.

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This book offers 52 weeks of Gospel readings paired with reflections and practices designed to move scripture from head to heart. Each week includes five elements that create a rhythm of receiving and responding:

The Reading: The Gospel passage for the week, quoted in full. Read it slowly, perhaps multiple times. Let the words settle before moving to reflection.

Through the Mystical Lens: A brief reflection written by a religious leader from various Christian traditions, approaching the text from the perspective of direct spiritual experience. These aren’t traditional biblical interpretations, but invitations to see how the passage speaks to the soul’s journey toward union with God.

Reflection Questions: A few questions to ponder throughout the week. Don’t rush to answer them. Let them work on you like seeds in soil.

Spiritual Practice for the Week: A concrete exercise to embody the week’s theme. These practices are simple enough to fit into daily life yet profound enough to shift your perspective when practiced regularly.

Journal Prompts: Sometimes our hands know truths our minds haven’t yet grasped. Even if you don’t consider yourself a writer, try engaging with these prompts by putting pen to paper.

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