From Eclipse (False Self) to Essence (True Self) – via Zoom
A 6-day contemplative retreat with Centering Prayer and the Enneagram.
Invitation
At times, our protective patterns drift across the heart like the moon across the sun. The light isn’t gone—only veiled. Over six days we’ll pray and reflect with the Enneagram as a compass, learning to notice ego’s eclipses and to return—gently and steadily—to the radiance of the True Self in God.
What We’ll Explore
• Centering Prayer — resting, receiving, re-centering
• The Enneagram as Compass — reading patterns without shame; realigning with essence
• Living from Essence — courage, clarity, compassion in daily life
Core Practices
• Morning & evening Centering Prayer
• Enneagram reflection sessions (type structures, fixations, invitations to freedom)
• Journaling and spacious silence for integration
• Gentle small-group sharing (Circle-of-Trust posture: no fixing, deep listening)
• Optional one-on-one check-ins
Core Text (Single-Book Edition): The Wisdom of the Enneagram — Don Richard Riso & Russ Hudson
Daily Schedule Highlights (Pacific Time)
• Sunday Evening (Jan 4): Opening Session · 6:00 PM (PT)
• Monday–Thursday (Jan 5–8): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (PT)
– Morning: Centering Prayer and small-group reflections
– Afternoon: Contemplative practices, Enneagram teaching & inner work, restful intervals, and one-on-one meetings
• Friday Morning (Jan 9): Closing Integration & Prayer
– Final reflection and prayer; departure at 10:30 AM (PT)
Generosity-Based Contribution
Choose the contribution that fits your season. If you have more, your generosity opens a seat for another. If you have less, receive what you need with gratitude. No one is turned away for lack of funds.
• Overflow — $490 (helps seed scholarships)
• Sustain — $390 (covers program costs)
• Receive — $290 (community-supported rate)
If none of these fit, simply select “Pay what you can” on the registration form.
Registration
Register here: https://forms.gle/pbJrggXqE3BzW5zS7
(You’ll receive payment instructions after you submit.)
You’ll Take Away
• A lived map of Essence → True Personality → False Personality
• Ways to notice an “eclipse” in real time and re-center
• Contemplative tools for discernment, relationships, and work
• A kinder stance toward yourself and others
Who This Is For
Seekers, pastors, and spiritual companions drawn to contemplative practice who want to grow in self- and other-awareness—and live more freely from essence.
