Richard Rohr is a globally recognised Franciscan friar and ecumenical teacher whose work bears witness to the deep wisdom of Christian mysticism. He is the founder of the Centre for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, New Mexico - an educational nonprofit dedicated to introducing seekers to the contemplative Christian path of transformation. Rohr is the author of numerous books, including the New York Times bestseller The Universal Christ . His work has been featured on The Oprah Podcast and On Being with Krista Tippett, and in The New Yorker and Harper's Magazine.