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SUMMARY:Living Flame 2 Program – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The first retreat day: October 17 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and then each month on the dates shown below for the next six months. \nDates: 2026 – Oct. 17\, Nov. 21\, 2027 – Jan. 16\, Feb. 20\, Mar. 20\, Apr. 17 & May 15\nTime: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST \nBOOK YOUR PLACE NOW HERE \nThe Living Flame 2 Program is offered on Zoom for individuals\, and small groups of six people or fewer who gather in-person. This program is hosted by Contemplative Outreach’s Living Flame Service Team. \nLF 2 is open to everyone who has had a consistent daily Centering Prayer practice for a year or more and who has reflectively read Open Mind\, Open Heart by Thomas Keating. This will support a more engaged participation and assimilation of the program content. Additional suggested resources are Keating’s Invitation to Love and Intimacy With God. \nLiving Flame is a seven-day in-depth spiritual formation program presented over seven months by commissioned presenters of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. It’s designed to heighten the awareness of the dynamics of Centering Prayer in the context of the spiritual journey. Registration and participation in the program is a commitment to all seven sessions. Topics for the Living Flame Program are noted in the Living Flame brochure \nEach retreat-like day is facilitated in a five-hour scheduled format which includes: two periods of Centering Prayer; two presentations with Q&A; small group sharing; silent breaks and time for a meal. \nREAD THE LIVING FLAME BROCHURE FOR TOPICS AND MORE \nPlease see the link below to register.\nBOOK YOUR PLACE NOW HERE
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/living-flame-2-program/
LOCATION:Zoom!
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Scrimgeour":MAILTO:matt@coutreach.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261010T113000
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SUMMARY:The Practice of Letting Go: The Wisdom of Release in Contemplative Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The Practice of Letting Go: A 90-minute Mini-Retreat\nThe Wisdom of Release in Contemplative Prayer \nSo much of our inner life is shaped by what we hold onto — fixed identities\, familiar ways of thinking\, inherited beliefs\, and the stories we tell about who we are. \nContemplative practice invites us to loosen\, open\, and “let it go.” But what does that actually mean? How do we let go of a thought\, a belief\, or a way of seeing ourselves and the world? And how can that be so healing? \nJoin this gathering to explore the practice and wisdom of letting go: not erasing our thoughts or identities\, but loosening our identification with them so we can rest in the deeper Presence both beneath & within the activity of our busy minds. \n90 minutes\, online\nLed by Keith Kristich\, Closer Than Breath
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-practice-of-letting-go-the-wisdom-of-release-in-contemplative-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T170000
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SUMMARY:I Am - The Sacred Doorway into the Aramaic Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:The seven “I am” statements in the Gospel of John are a window into who Jesus is and the heart of his teaching. From the perspective of Jesus’ native language of Aramaic\, these statements can also reveal who we are – and how we can enter more deeply into Divine Presence through the heart of Jesus’ teachings. Drawing on the work of Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, and others\, this weekend invites us to enter the I am sayings through this deeper lens. Together we’ll explore how these teachings open us to Presence\, identity\, and deep belonging in God and the heart of reality. Through guided reflection\, chant\, movement\, and Centering Prayer\, we’ll listen for the living resonance within each phrase. Our time will be nurturing and unhurried\, offering space for personal insight and gentle sharing. All are warmly welcomed to rest\, receive\, and rediscover these timeless words. \nAvondale Presbyterian Church\, 2821 Park Rd\, Charlotte NC 28203. \nMore information and registration: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hDCPDCg1sZPAKlE9MsDCeYEQg_2FoNfWkccusM5unCo/edit?tab=t.0
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/i-am-the-sacred-doorway-into-the-aramaic-heart-of-jesus/
LOCATION:Avondale Presbyterian Church\, 2821 Park Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Henry Schoenfield":MAILTO:info@henryschoenfield.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20260131T111013Z
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UID:160639-1791331200-1792108799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-day Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive\, and Post Intensive. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I. We will be using two prayer rooms with two sets of staff\, one for the Intensive retreats and one for the Post Intensive retreat.\nSee the flyer for more details. \nAll rooms are single with a sink in the room\, shared bathrooms. Two hermitages with private bathroom are available for an additional charge. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-i-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20251217T224326Z
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UID:133741-1791018000-1791027000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Changing with the Fall Colors Half Day  Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)
DESCRIPTION:Online Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)\nMay 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nFREE \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our Centering Prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (visual-Art) practices\, Terra-Divna (Nature)  Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome others if you are called to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are!
Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering prayer in nature\n9:45 Welcoming prayer on the earth\n10:00 Centering prayer in nature\n10:20 Break\n10:30 Terra Divina connecting to nature thru images and video of nature\n10:45 Reflections\n11:00 Body Prayer with Lectio Divina\n11:15-11:30 Closing Prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-half-day-moving-meditation-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-mini-retreat-via-hawai%ca%bbi-1st-saturday-of-every-month/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Presence\, Prayer\, and Writing From the Heart: A Contemplative Writing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are never closer to our Creator than when we are creating. In writing\, we engage in God’s infinite creative impulse to birth the new\, the unexpected. Silence and stillness can assist that process by opening a portal to inner depths where we connect to ourselves\, to others\, to God\, and all of creation. \nAll of us have myriad stories to tell\, but some of us are compelled to share them through writing. Our stories can take many forms—memoir\, essay\, poem\, blog posts\, or journal entries—but the most compelling are the ones written from the heart\, those that touch and move us and sometimes transform both the writer and reader. Writing from the heart demands attentiveness\, honesty\, courage\, and a commitment to engage with a creative process that pulls us into the unknown\, where we are often surprised at what surfaces. It’s a journey of discovery. And what can help are presence and prayer. \nThis contemplative writing retreat will braid Centering Prayer sessions\, brief talks\, writing prompts\, and story sharing. There will also be time to walk the grounds\, read\, and rest. Come listen to the still small voice and find the stories that need to be voiced. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presence-prayer-and-writing-from-the-heart-a-contemplative-writing-retreat/
LOCATION:Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center\, 53 MILL STREET\, WESTFIELD\, MA\, 1085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260720T030747Z
CREATED:20260526T182126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T030747Z
UID:163332-1790875800-1791118800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence. We will center\, experience lectio divina\, and learn insightful methods of listening from a video of Abbot Joseph Boyle of St. Benedict’s Monastery. \nNote: A minimum of 3 months Centering Prayer practice is required to attend. \nThe retreat begins Thursday\, October 1 (arrival after 4:00 PM\, Soup supper at 5:30\, retreat begins at 6:30 PM). The Retreat ends on Sunday\, October 4 at 1:00 PM. \nCost: Please register and pay in full by September 10. Cost for lodging\, meals and retreat materials is $385. Note: Scholarships are available. \nTo register:  Go to the Benet House Retreat Center registration portal at https://smmsisters.org/retreats/listen-a-silent-centering-prayer-four-day-retreat \nRetreat leaders: Anne Colloton\, Carol Mizeur\, Toni Petersen \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-61/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:acolloto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260803T193106Z
CREATED:20260803T192843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T193106Z
UID:164640-1790870400-1791205200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Listen: A 4-day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence.\nWe will Center\, experience Lectio Divina\, and learn insightful methods of listening from Abbot Joseph Boyle of St. Benedict’s Monastery.\nA minimum of 3 months Centering Prayer practice is required to attend. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-62/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:acolloto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T164500
DTSTAMP:20260908T141756Z
CREATED:20260908T141714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T141756Z
UID:165365-1789806600-1789836300@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In a world that never stops talking\, give yourself the gift of silence. On Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church\, join The Reverend Hendree Harrison and the Contemplative Worship team for a day of contemplative teaching and silence designed for your life. \nAttend one “movement” or stay for all four. It’s a retreat that fits your schedule. Expect insightful teaching sessions followed by deep\, restorative silence. We’ll provide a meal for those joining us during the lunch hour. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd\, 533 East Main Street\, Lexington\, KY\, 40508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd":MAILTO:goodsheplex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260901T194330Z
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UID:165234-1789689600-1789948799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer retreat weekend
DESCRIPTION:St. Benedict frequently unites silence and prayer in the work of seeking God. Centering Prayer is one of several prayer practices that flow out of Benedictine Life. Thomas Merton describes Centering Prayer as “a ‘return to the heart\,’ finding one’s deepest center\, awakening the profound depths of our being in the presence of God.” The goal is to be present to the Lord and aware of the divine action within you. \nThis introductory retreat will provide the background and fundamentals of Centering Prayer and teach how to develop a continuing practice. \nLeaders \nDonna Kreiensiecki is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. She has 20 years of experience offering Centering Prayer retreats and has practiced Centering Prayer for 30 years. Mary Bieter is a certified spiritual director trained at the Shalem Institute in Washington\, D.C. She was introduced to Centering Prayer twenty years ago and is a newly commissioned presenter with Contemplative Outreach. She has adopted a consistent daily practice of Centering Prayer in recent years and hopes she can help others discover the peace and clarity it can offer. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-retreat-weekend/
LOCATION:Monestary of St. Gertrude\, 465 Keuterville Road\, Cottonwood\, ID\, 83522
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T230000
DTSTAMP:20260527T165318Z
CREATED:20260527T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T165318Z
UID:163415-1789579800-1790031600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Attitudes
DESCRIPTION:This is an Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat based on the work of David Frenette in his seminal book\, The Path of Centering Prayer\, hailed by Fr. Thomas Keating as\, ‘The best\, most comprehensive and most practical\nbook on Centering Prayer.’ \nDavid Frenette is a leader and senior teacher in the Centering prayer movement\, a longtime student and friend of Fr. Thomas Keating. On this silent retreat we will explore the simple contemplative attitudes common to every way of Christian contemplation\, some of which include: Simplicity and Awakening\, Gentleness and Effortlessness\, Letting Go and Letting Be\, among others. \nAn established practice of Centering Prayer is required to attend this retreat as we will be sitting in Centering Prayer for several hours each day. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-attitudes/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Gidlewski":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T125913Z
CREATED:20260629T125913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T125913Z
UID:163952-1789315200-1789905600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:8-day Centering Prayer Intensive and Post-Intensive retreat
DESCRIPTION:South Dakota and Nebraska Contemplative Outreach\ninvite you to an 8-day Centering Prayer Retreat\nSeptember 13 -20\, 2026\nCreighton Retreat Center\, located 45 minutes from Omaha\, NE near Griswold\, IA\, is a beautiful location\, among the trees with comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, trails\, and a labyrinth. \nThe retreat will offer two tracks. If this is your first 8-day retreat\, the Intensive track will include Spiritual Formation videos to watch each day. If you have experience with silence retreats the Post-Intensive track will offer days filled with Centering Prayer times.\nRetreat check-in is Sunday\, September 13th at 3-4pm\nRetreat concludes Sunday\, September 20th at 12 noon. \nCost: $700.00 Due to generous grant from the Divine Economy fund of Contemplative Outreach Ltd\, the original price has been greatly reduced. Space is limited. Cost includes private room\, all meals\, programing\, Centering Prayer sits\, and beautiful grounds to enjoy quiet solitude. Rooms have a private bath depending on registration numbers\, some may have two separate rooms sharing a toilet and shower.\nPrerequisite for this 8-day retreat is at least 1 year of Centering Prayer practice and one weekend silent retreat.\nRegistration is due by August 26th 2026. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-centering-prayer-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Creighton University Retreat Center\, 16493 Contrail Ave\, Griswold\, IA\, 51535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T190152Z
CREATED:20251211T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T190152Z
UID:158563-1789142400-1789297200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Sr. Ruth Ann for our new Centering Prayer Series\, offered every other month. This ongoing retreat invites you to broaden and deepen your Centering Prayer practice in a warm and welcoming environment. Come once or come to them all—each session stands on its own while also supporting a growing contemplative rhythm. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the foundations of Centering Prayer\, a gentle yet profound method of silent prayer that opens the heart and mind to the presence of God. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register (scroll down for the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-30/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T090000
DTSTAMP:20260102T174138Z
CREATED:20260102T174138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T174138Z
UID:159339-1789135200-1789722000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Eight Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive/Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Eight-Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive Retreat offered from Friday\, September 11 – Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. The Intensive track will follow the Contemplative Outreach guidelines for an Intensive Retreat including six 30-minute Centering Prayer periods daily plus viewing and faith sharing on Thomas Keating’s Human Condition teachings. The Post Intensive track provides an additional 30 minutes of Centering Prayer with time for daily solitude. \nRetreat leaders: Leslee Anne Terpay and Br. Bernard Delcourt are available for soul-friending. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating as one wishes contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life including daily Holy Eucharist. An established practice of Centering Prayer for at least 6-months is highly recommended. \nMonday check-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Supper is at 5:40 pm. Orientation begins at 6:45 pm. The retreat concludes with breakfast on the last day with optional attendance at Holy Eucharist. \nCost for the retreat is $1135. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. To register\, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone at +1-845-384-6660\, ext. 3002 or email guesthouse@hcmnet.org. The guesthouse office is open Tuesdays to Friday. \nIf you have questions about the retreat content or which track is best for you\, please contact retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net. \nLeslee Anne Terpay: As a Contemplative Outreach Commissioned Presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina\, Leslee shares Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the Christian Spiritual Journey in workshop and retreat settings. She is part of the Service Team that stewards Fr. Thomas’s teaching for serving Centering Prayer Retreats. She is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, Colorado and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nBr. Bernard Delcourt is the Director of Associates of the monastery. Br. Bernard is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. He has been a monk since 2004. Before becoming a monk\, he was an investment banker and then a life and business skills coach. He is also a spiritual director and regularly visits seminarians in New Haven to offer them spiritual direction.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260713T230513Z
CREATED:20260713T161553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T230513Z
UID:164244-1789084800-1789257599@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Saint Hildegard of Bingen: Bringing the Fruits of the Holy Spirit into our Lives
DESCRIPTION:The Retreat offers:\n• Dr. Susan Muto presenting two conferences on St. Hildegard’s life and teachings\, the fruits of the Holy Spirit and contemplative service\, with opportunity for questions and sharing\n• Quiet time to pray\, reflect\, and just to be\n• Centering Prayer as a group throughout the day\n• Time and space away from the busyness of daily life\, for the rest of our body\, mind\, and spirit\n• Regular chanting of simple chants to deeper embody our prayer with instruction\n• Small group soul friending and individual soul friending \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/saint-hildegard-of-bingen-bringing-the-fruits-of-the-holy-spirit-into-our-lives/
LOCATION:St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center\, 148 Monastery Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh":MAILTO:victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260909T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260917T110000
DTSTAMP:20251009T200140Z
CREATED:20251009T200103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T200140Z
UID:157631-1788971400-1789642800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Centering Prayer Retreat: Intensives I\, II\, and Post
DESCRIPTION:  \nSEPTEMBER 9-17\, 2026 \nThis retreat offers an in-depth experience of silent prayer for those who already have an established practice of Centering Prayer of 6 months or more. It is an opportunity for deeper union with God through communal sharing of silence and stillness. \nThis retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Intensive II\, and Post Intensive.\n• Intensive I and II: Daily there will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods of centering prayer including an intervening meditative walk before breakfast\, lunch and dinner. You will also view videos twice daily from The Spiritual Journey series of talks by Fr. Thomas Keating. If this is your first centering prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I.\n• The Post-Intensive track is normally for those who have previously participated in two or more Intensive Retreats. The Post-Intensive participants will have additional optional sessions of Centering Prayer and no group education time. \nFr. Bill Sheehan will offer a contemplative Eucharist. Optional soul-friending with staff is available. The retreat will be facilitated by Contemplative Outreach staff. \nNonrefundable deposit for all registrations is $100. Questions or to register: email rbrtgorman@protonmail.com. \nOr register by mail with a check payable to Contemplative Outreach of Columbus:\nContemplative Outreach of Columbus\n1101 N Grove Ave\,\nOak Park\, IL 60302 \nSCHEDULE:\n• Arrival: Wednesday\, Sept 9\, from 2 pm to 4 pm.\n• Opening session: 4:30 pm\, dinner at 5:30 pm\n• Retreat ends: Thursday Sept 17th 11 am (noon lunch optional). \nTRAVELING TO JESUIT RETREAT CENTER PARMA\, OHIO: The Cleveland Hopkin International Airport is 15 minutes from the Jesuit Retreat Center which is located at 5629 State Rd. Cleveland\, Ohio 44134. \nRETREAT PRICES MEALS INCLUDED:\nSingle Room Private Bath $1500\nDouble Room Private Bath $1100\nSingle Room Communal Bath by gender $950\nDouble Room Communal Bath by gender $800\n(a $100 non-refundable deposit will be required when you register)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-centering-prayer-retreat-intensives-i-ii-and-post/
LOCATION:Jesuit Retreat Center\, 5629 State Rd\, Parma\, 44134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Gorman":MAILTO:rbrtgorman@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260820T102535Z
CREATED:20260501T143539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T102535Z
UID:162493-1788706800-1789038000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:5-Day Centering Prayer Intensive
DESCRIPTION:We have started a wait list for this 5 day\, 4 night Centering Prayer Intensive offered by the CO of Western North Carolina chapter.  \nWww.Centeringprayer.com/western-north-carolina/  \nFeel free to contact the Rev Wendy Pinzino for more information at wpinzino228@yahoo.com. 🌿
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/5-day-centering-prayer-intensive/
LOCATION:Lutheridge Camp and Conference Center\, 2049 Upper Laurel Dr\, Arden\, NC\, 28704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Western North Carolina":MAILTO:wpinzino228@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260206T182330Z
CREATED:20260206T182330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T182330Z
UID:160769-1787756400-1788087600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Five Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for five days of Centering Prayer practice\, experiencing the fellowship of sacred silence. \nThis retreat will be lead by seasoned and trained centering prayer facilitators. Participants will have the opportunity to join multiple centering prayer sits throughout the day\, Meditation in Motion gentle stretching yoga-type sessions\, as well as enjoy the breathtaking bluff views of St. Mary’s Sewanee often covered in winter beauty. \nThe highly rated kitchen staff will offer well balanced\, delicious and nourishing meals throughout the retreat beginning with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day. The St. Mary’s Sewanee and the Centering Prayer Staff will be here to support guests in this week long dedication to “God’s first language”. You don’t have to worry about bringing anything except your weary soul to Rest\, Renew and Reconnect. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/five-day-centering-prayer-retreat-4/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T184448Z
CREATED:20260623T184448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T184448Z
UID:163807-1786788000-1786795200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Divine Feminine Big Sit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our free Divine Feminine Big Sit. We discover how we are free\, strengthened by Centering Prayer. We will center together on Zoom for two hours with songs\, Lectio Divina\, two Centering Prayer sessions\, and an inspiring poem. To register for your free Zoom link and resources letter afterward\, please email us at: centeringprayerusa@gmail.com. \nThe times listed for the event are Eastern (New York) time.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/divine-feminine-big-sit/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Winfrey":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204845Z
CREATED:20260525T204845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T204845Z
UID:163303-1786784400-1786795200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Circle Dance as a Companion to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“God is not remote from us; . . . on the contrary\, at every moment God awaits us in the activity\, the work to be done\, which every moment brings.”\n-Teilhard de Chardin\, Hymn of the Universe \nDuring this in-person retreat\, we’ll introduce contemplative dances from the Sacred Circle Dance tradition. These simple movements\, done in a group setting\, help us unite mind\, heart\, and body to deepen our prayer practice. Together we’ll explore how the combination of music and movement can be a companion to Centering Prayer\, in which we open our hearts to consent to God’s presence and action within us. \nPresented by Suzi Kindervatter\, former COMW team member and veteran teacher of Sacred Circle Dance\, and Linda Hall\, co-coordinator of COMW. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/sacred-circle-dance-as-a-companion-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 1110 St Stephens Church Rd\, Crownsville\, Maryland\, 21032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260815T113000
DTSTAMP:20251217T224423Z
CREATED:20250303T204541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224423Z
UID:153413-1786784400-1786793400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Morning of Prayer Honolulu\, Hawaii  3rd Saturdays every Month
DESCRIPTION:Morning of Prayer\nThird Saturdays In Person\n9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Hawai’i time (UTC -10)\nCentral Union Church • Women’s Building\n1660 S. Beretania St. Honolulu\, Hawaiʻi \nLet us join together to pause in the presence of the Divine in the sacred silence. An introduction to the method of Centering Prayer is provided. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome. Books on the Spiritual Journey are available for purchase and loan. \nNo registration required\, donations welcome. \nSchedule\n9:00 Welcome\, sign-in\, refreshments\, book browsing\n9:20 Gather in the circle for Introductions\n9:30 Two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer\nor An Introduction/review to The Method of Centering Prayer\n10:40 Silent break\n11:00 One 30-minutes period of Centering Prayer\n11:30 Depart in silence or stay and chat a bit \nCONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH OF HAWAI’I\n(628) 400-2644 | cohawaii@gmail.com | www.cohawaii.org\n“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/morning-of-prayer-honolulu-hawaii-3rd-saturdays-every-month-4/
LOCATION:Central Union Church\, 1660 S. Beretania St.\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="contemplative outreach hawaii":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T133504Z
CREATED:20260105T202954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T133504Z
UID:159663-1786618800-1786881600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Quiet Path of Transformation – a Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 4-day retreat will be held at Conception Abbey in Conception\, Missouri. Susan Komis will be our retreat director. Susan is a long time Centering Prayer practitioner\, presenter\, leader.\nThis four day retreat is a gentle invitation to step away from ordinary life\, to spend time in a beautiful and sacred space that offers prayer in stillness and shared silence\,\ndeep listening\, and fostering an open heart to the amazing work of interior transformation unfolding in each one of us.  Presentations and periods of centering prayer\nwill take us into the heart of contemplative practice and reflection \nCopy this link into your browers for registration infromation-  https://forms.gle/VP7nWehtcvpmpfhw9
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-quiet-path-of-transformation-a-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Conception Abbey\,  Conception\, Missouri\, 37174 State Highway VV\, Conception\, MO\, 64433\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dunn%2C Kristina Frank%2C Mary Ellison":MAILTO:maryellison@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T185742Z
CREATED:20251211T185742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T185742Z
UID:158558-1785686400-1786273200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 8-day retreat will be an in-depth retreat for those experienced in Centering Prayer. The retreat will facilitate entrance into a more profound level of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community\, with an opportunity to spend extended time in deep silence in community to encourage a more intimate union with God. An existing Centering Prayer practice is a prerequisite for attending this retreat. \nPlease click on the link below for more information and to register (scroll down to the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-58/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T183122Z
CREATED:20260618T183122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T183122Z
UID:163865-1785679200-1786194000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Two Track Retreat: Intensive and Post Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer retreats immerse participants in the practice of Centering Prayer as taught by Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. This two-track retreat will allow the participants to come together for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and meal times. The retreat will provide an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. Persons new to long retreats (4+ days) are encouraged to choose the Intensive Track\, which includes watching a daily video followed by discussion. Persons with experience in long retreats may choose the Post Intensive Track\, which includes additional prayer periods. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/two-track-retreat-intensive-and-post-intensive/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast WI":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T134518Z
CREATED:20260427T160922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T134518Z
UID:162430-1785679200-1786194000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Seven Day Intensive and Post Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This two-track silent retreat will allow the participants to come together for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and soul friending. The retreat will provide an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. Persons new to long retreats (4+ days) are encouraged to choose the Intensive Track\, which includes watching a daily video followed by discussion. Persons with experience in long retreats may choose the Post Intensive Track\, which includes additional prayer periods. \nThe silent retreat will be held at Siena Center located on beautiful Lake Michigan\, Racine Wisconsin\, about 30 minute drive south of Milwaukee Wisconsin and the Milwaukee airport. Regristration begins at 2pm on Sunday August 2 with program starting at 5pm. All meals from Sunday supper through Saturday lunch are provided.  Retreat will end after lunch on Saturday. A refrigerator is provided for special food needs\, coffee and beverages are available 24 /7. Each air conditioned room has it’s own bath and easy access shower. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/seven-day-intensive-and-post-intensive-centering-prayer-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast WI":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T202139Z
CREATED:20230606T161012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T202139Z
UID:135559-1785574800-1785583800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Visio Divina: HOPE: Online CenteringPrayer Half-Day Retreat

DESCRIPTION:Online Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat (1st Saturday of every month)\nAugust 1th @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nLead by Pulelehua\, Margie and Liedeke from Hawaiʻi\nFREE \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our Centering Prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (Visual-Art) practices\, Terra-Divina (Nature)\, Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome all who wish to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever and; whenever you are! Schedule is in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering Prayer Embodied in Nature\n9:45 Welcoming Prayer in Nature\n10:10 Reflections\n10:20 Break\n10:30 Visio Divina – Hope\n11:00 reflections\n11:30 Closing prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/terra-and-physio-divina-online-embodied-centering-and-welcoming-prayer-half-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260719T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T175712Z
CREATED:20260216T175712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T175712Z
UID:160984-1784478600-1785070800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Seeking the God Within
DESCRIPTION:A Centering Prayer 8-day retreat with Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI\n(Arrival 3:00-4:00 pm)\nTwo of the basic teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating are his human development theory that he describes as The Four Consents\, and the Prayer in Secret. During our time together\, Fr. Sheehan will explore these teachings as a way of going deeper and discovering in the words of St. Augustine that the God we seek is closer to us than we are to ourselves. Resources referenced: Thomas Keating: Invitation to Love\, and Manifesting God. \nWe will be in silence for meals\, breaks and prayer time. Periods of Centering Prayer will be included in our time together. There will be discussion following each of Fr. Sheehan’s presentations. Spiritual companioning\, and body work will also be available. \nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by June 28. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required when registering.\nFor more information contact Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or (818) 815-4480
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/seeking-the-god-within/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T171726Z
CREATED:20260527T171726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T171726Z
UID:163400-1784368800-1784383200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Fr. Bill Sheehan OMI and The Welcoming Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Bill Sheehan will invite us to enter the inner room of the heart\, where true spiritual perception awakens. Through the practices of Centering Prayer\, the Welcoming Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, intentional breathing and forgiveness\, we learn to move beyond the ego and cultivate heart perception. This capacity to listen intently with the heart is essential to living a fully human\, spiritual life and allows God’s presence to reveal true reality. \nWho Should Attend: Anyone longing to deepen their spiritual life by learning to listen with the heart\, and to experience the transformative presence of the Spirit. \nPlease email the address below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/fr-bill-sheehan-omi-and-the-welcoming-prayer/
LOCATION:Padre Serra Parish\, 5205 Upland Road\, Camarillo\, 93012
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Jean Lang":MAILTO:langje14@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T185513Z
CREATED:20251211T185513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T185513Z
UID:158553-1783699200-1783854000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Sr. Ruth Ann for our new Centering Prayer Series\, offered every other month. This ongoing retreat invites you to broaden and deepen your Centering Prayer practice in a warm and welcoming environment. Come once or come to them all—each session stands on its own while also supporting a growing contemplative rhythm. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the foundations of Centering Prayer\, a gentle yet profound method of silent prayer that opens the heart and mind to the presence of God. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register (scroll down to the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-29/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T123000
DTSTAMP:20260210T162908Z
CREATED:20260210T162908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T162908Z
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SUMMARY:8 Day Silent Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat with Father Bill Sheehan
DESCRIPTION:Come rest in silence with other contemplative companions\, away from the busyness of daily life\, and allow the mind\, body\, and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. \nThis 8 day retreat offers a more in-depth experience of silent prayer for those who already have an established practice of Centering Prayer of 6 months or more. It is an opportunity for deeper union with God through a communal sharing of silence and stillness. For those making their first weeklong silent retreat\, the Intensive\, we will be using the video series by Thomas Keating\, The Spiritual Journey. The simultaneous Post Intensive track includes additional time in silent prayer instead of video presentations for those who have previously made an Eight Day Intensive Retreat. \nThis retreat offers a double track simultaneously: Intensive I and Post Intensive. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length the Spiritual Journey Videos are shown in Intensive I. They lay a necessary foundation for the practice for life and especially intensive retreats. \nIntensive I: There will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily and 2 sessions of watching video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey series with optional discussion. \nPost-Intensive: There will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods plus two additional 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. \nLectio Divina and a optional contemplative Eucharist will be offered daily for everyone\, as well as optional soul-friending with staff. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Contemplative Outreach staff: Father Bill Sheehan\, OMI\, Marty Badgett\, Mary Beth Rhiner\, Jim McElroy\, Kristina Frank and Susie Brent. \nTo Support Your Retreat Experience: A daily practice of Centering Prayer for 6 months or longer is recommended. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-silent-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat-with-father-bill-sheehan/
LOCATION:Mercy Conference and Retreat Center\, 2039 N. Geyer Road\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis.":MAILTO:cost.louisinformation@gmail.com
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