“The Mystics Would Like a Word” with Shannon K. Evans

On January 8, 2025, author Shannon K. Evans joined FutureChurch to discuss her new book, The Mystics Would Like a Word: Six Women Who Met God and Found a Spirituality for Today.

Shannon discusses the origins of her latest book, the lives of six female mystics (Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena, and Thérèse of Lisieux), and the lessons we can learn from them for today.

Shannon K. Evans is the spirituality and culture editor at the National Catholic Reporter and is the author of previously published “Feminist Prayers for My Daughter: Powerful Petitions for Every Stage of Her Life” and “Rewilding Motherhood: Your Path to an Empowered Feminine Spirituality.” With interest in ecofeminism, social change and contemplative practice, Shannon leads workshops and retreats across the country that spark curiosity and compassion. She has partnered with the Jesuits of Canada and the U.S. and is a frequent contributor to Franciscan Media.