Q: Zoom has surely opened up new possible ways to practice together in these rather isolating times; for this I am grateful! At the same time, I must admit […]
Centering Prayer and the Breath
Q: “I am new to Centering Prayer. I have historically meditated with a focus on the breath. I am having a difficult time not focusing on my breath throughout […]
Centering Prayer and the Energies of Anger and Sex
Q: I am new to the contemplative practice but read a book by Fr Thomas on the subject of contemplative prayer. I was introduced to a book by Pastor […]
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A Lectio Divina Immersion Retreat Experience
A Lectio Divina Immersion Retreat Experience From a virtual retreat led August 7-8, 2020 By the Lectio Divina Service Team A Lectio Divina Immersion Retreat was conducted August 7-8th […]
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The Great Reality Deep Within
The Great Reality Deep Within A virtual retreat held August 14-16, 2020 By the12-Step Outreach Service Team As we say in 12-Step, we do the footwork and turn […]
Centering Prayer and Music
Q: When I Center I sometimes listen to music just to calm me down if I am not already in a peaceful state. Lately, I have been experiencing God […]
Awakening Continues
By Ron Barnett Fr. Thomas Keating often spoke of the contemplative dimension of life (CDL) and how we can awaken to it via the experience of nature, science, art […]
Governing Board Update
Two new Governing Board members will begin their three-year terms of service in January of 2021. They are Phil Jackson of the Chicago Chapter and Carol Quest of the […]
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Guard of Heart
Guard of Heart By Bob Mischke “If you do Centering Prayer and don’t bring it into active life – like the active prayer phrase, the Welcoming Prayer, and Guard of […]
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Unloading of the Unconscious
Q: I have practiced Centering Prayer for years now and I was wondering if you could explain the process of unloading of the unconscious. What happens when forgotten memories […]
