A Mystical Church in which one can discover God in oneself and oneself in God
MISSION
Provide paths of liberation that foster the mystical life for the inner rebirth of the Church
ACTIVITIES
Preventive-formative courses, retreats, seminars, lectio mystica, meditation and contemplation groups
A gifted beginning
Città della Mistica originated out of a spiritual experience, a vision received by Beatrice. This vision revealed the name, outlined a path, a direction, a promise to be shared.
Over time, it took shape as a living mission.
Father Raffaele recognized and embraced this vision, sharing its direction and contributing to its growth. Through the union of the original vision and his dedicated adherence, the Association was established.
Together, they are its founders.
Beatrice Carafa d’Andria
Friar Raffaele Di Muro
Co-founder & Co-Director
Coordinator of Formation Programs
Head of Meditative Practices
Co-author of course content and retreat programs
Co-founder & Co-Director
Coordinator of Institutional Relations
Head of Sacramental Ministry
Co-author of course content and retreat programs
Profiles and Paths
Beatrice Carafa d'Andria is a Spiritual Coach and certified meditation & mindfulness instructor. Her work combines theological formation, contemplative practice and spiritual guidance. Italian by descent and Canadian by birth, Beatrice grew up in the US, spent several years living in the UK and currently resides in Rome, Italy. She operates internationally, offering educational programs and spiritual growth paths in collaboration with institutions such as diplomatic bodies, UN agencies, religious institutes, schools, prisons, and rehabilitative communities. She holds a Diploma in Spiritual theology from the Teresianum in Rome and is a scholar in the field of mystical and monastic theology and life, integrating academic study with contemplative experience through periods of retreat in monasteries, both in Italy and abroad. In her work, she guides individuals and communities on pathways of inner integration and spiritual maturation.
Raffaele Di Muro, Franciscan Conventual Friar and ordained Priest. His work combines theological research, academic teaching, and spiritual guidance. He currently serves as Dean of the Seraphicum and teaches Spiritual theology, Mystical theology, and the History of spirituality at several pontifical universities in Rome. He has authored numerous publications on the spirituality of the saints and contributes to theological research through both his writings and his direction of academic journals. His studies encompass mystical life across different charisms and historical periods within the Church’s spiritual tradition. He collaborates with the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints and the Observatory of Apparitions and Mystical Phenomena. In his priestly ministry, he provides spiritual direction and guidance to individuals, families, and communities, supporting their personal and spiritual growth.
The devout Christian of the future will either be a mystic or he will cease to be anything at all. (Karl Rahner)