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SUMMARY:6-Day (5 Night) Intensive Silent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This Contemplative Outreach intensive retreat provides an opportunity to deepen your established Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community\, away from the busyness of daily life\, and to allow your mind\, body and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. Before attending the retreat\, you should have an established daily practice of Centering Prayer for at least six months to one year. This retreat features about four hours of Centering Prayer each day along with videos from the Thomas Keating “Spiritual Journey” video series. Except for opening and closing times\, silence will be observed throughout the retreat\, including at meals. \nThe Priory requires retreatants to be Covid-19 vaccinated and boosted\, and to wear a mask in designated areas. A COVID-19 test will be required and\, depending on conditions at the time of the retreat\, other restrictions or changes to plans might apply. More specific information will be provided to registrants prior to the retreat. \nFor more information and to register: email Sr. Anna-Camille Wooden at camillewooden5@gmail.com. A deposit of $100.00 upon registration will secure a place in the retreat. $50.00 is refundable if you cancel before the balance due date. Partial scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/6-day-5-night-intensive-silent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Placid Priory\, 500 College Street NE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T120000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and Interspirituality - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:At our November retreat\, Netanel Miles-Yepez\, professor of Religious Studies at Naropa University and co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism and Interspirituality\, will explore the roots of Centering Prayer as a receptive meditation practice in Christianity\, and explore its applicability to the interspiritual milieu in which we live today. \nNetanel Miles-Yépez\, D.D.\, is an artist\, philosopher\, religion scholar\, and spiritual teacher. He is co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism & Interspirituality\, which is dedicated to the emergence of a newly conceived contemplative life in dialogue with all of the world’s great wisdom traditions. Netanel studied History of Religions at Michigan State University and Contemplative Religion at the Naropa Institute\, before pursuing traditional studies with such spiritual luminaries as Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi\, founder of the Jewish Renewal movement\, and Father Thomas Keating\, founder of Contemplative Outreach. He is the author of The End of Religion and Other Writings (forthcoming\, 2023) and the editor of The Common Heart: An Experience of Interreligious Dialogue (2006). Currently\, Netanel lives in Boulder\, Colorado\, where he is Chair of Religious Studies and Director of the Keating-Schachter Center for Interspirituality at Naropa University. \nSee link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-interspirituality-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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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=America/New_York:20231119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231119T140000
DTSTAMP:20230925T182055Z
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UID:137909-1700384400-1700402400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Centering Prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God“. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturday of each month from October 2023 through April 2024. November will include a guided meditation\, Stepping Stones\, reviewing where you see God in past and present events of your life. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nLimited spaces are available to stay overnight at St. Walburga Monastery for a separate charge. Further information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or email Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-guided-meditation/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231120T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T120000
DTSTAMP:20231026T212812Z
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UID:137897-1700501400-1700827200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Web of Life: Retreat for Contemplative Solidarity
DESCRIPTION:With Cynthia Bourgeault\, Heather Ruce\, and more… \nDates: November 20-23\, 2023\nLocation: Zoom or In Person at Lake Loon Retreat Centre\, Maple Ridge\, B.C. \nHow do contemplatives engage the world when forest fires\, floods\, and political uproar are happening in our own backyards? How do we stand in contemplative wisdom and be present in depth to the beauty and suffering inherent to the web of life on this blue-green planet? \nWe invite you to join The Contemplative Society board for three days as we learn from\, and practice with Cynthia Bourgeault (joining online for one session)\, Heather Ruce (in person)\, and each other (in person and online). With an intention of stabilizing ourselves in compassion\, discernment\, forbearance\, creativity\, and spiritual strength and courage\, we’ll take a deep dive into contemplative solidarity and imaginal practices\, as well as centering prayer\, lectio divina\, chant\, movement\, and silence. \nThe retreat and practices will be facilitated by TCS board members Therese DesCamp\, Lorie Martin\, Henri Lock\, and Jesse Burson. Heather will be joining us in person for live teaching\, chant\, and movement. Cynthia will be joining us remotely via Zoom for a morning to dialogue with retreat members about the questions and observations that emerge from our work together. \nRetreat Details: \nZoom Option: Registration costs are $200 CAD. \nIn-Person Option: Registration costs include the program\, food\, and accommodation. Depending on the accommodation type selected\, total costs range from $825 to $975 CAD. In-person room assignments are based on first-come-first-served registrations. Shared accommodations will be two people to a room until we run out\, and then we will offer dorm accommodations (max. four people to a room). Check in will begin at 3pm on November 20\, and check out will be by 1pm on November 23 (bag lunches will be provided). \nScholarships: A limited number of scholarships are available for both in-person and Zoom participants (max. 50% discount on shared accommodations or Zoom fees only). For enquiries\, please contact us at admin@contemplative.org. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-web-of-life-retreat-for-contemplative-solidarity/
LOCATION:Loon Lake Retreat Centre\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, 14500 Silver Valley Road\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, V4R 2R3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231130T140000
DTSTAMP:20230912T191407Z
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UID:137675-1701187200-1701352800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Presence\, Prayer \, and Writing From the Heart
DESCRIPTION:All of us have many stories to tell. Some involve your family history\, spiritual journey\, experiences in Nature\, or a life-changing situation. Stories can take many forms\, but the most compelling are the ones written from the heart\, those that 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 presence and prayer can help us along the way. \nThis writing retreat is structured for those currently working on a project\, those who want to start one\, or those who simply desire to spend time in beautiful surroundings playing with words. In addition to Centering Prayer sessions—silence can be a portal to the Source of creativity and truth-telling—there will be ample opportunities to write\, walk\, think\, and just be.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presence-prayer-and-writing-from-the-heart-2/
LOCATION:Trinity Retreat Center\, 79 Lower River Road\, West Cornwall\, CT\, 06796\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231129T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T110000
DTSTAMP:20231028T181440Z
CREATED:20221209T183723Z
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UID:129922-1701270000-1701946800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat - Spaces still available
DESCRIPTION:We still have a few spaces available (10/28/2023).  \nThis retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Intensive II and Post Intensive. For everyone\, there will be three sets of two 30 minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. Intensive I and Intensive II will watch video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey. Intensive I focuses on “The Human Condition and the Spiritual Journey”. Intensive II focuses on “Divine Love: The Heart of the Christian Spiritual Journey”. The Post Intensive has no videos and an additional hour of Centering Prayer each day. You choose the track that works best for you. Any of the tracks may be repeated multiple times. If this is your first Intensive retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative Eucharist will be offered daily\, as well as optional soul-friending with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in grand silence. \nPrerequisite: A daily practice of Centering Prayer for six months or longer. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Peter Morgan\, and Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI. Susan\, Peter\, and Fr. Bill have served within the Contemplative Outreach community for many years and have led numerous Centering Prayer retreats and workshops. \nThe fee includes all meals and lodging. Rooms are single with a sink in the room; bathrooms are shared.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/nine-day-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=UTC:20231207T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231210T130000
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SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey via the Enneagram
DESCRIPTION:The Enneagram is an ancient holistic system that identifies nine personality types.\nIt helps us learn what our strengths are as well as where we go when under stress.\nThe Enneagram helps us understand and have compassion for ourselves and others.\nIt is a powerful tool for Transformation. \nThis retreat will:\n✓ Introduce the Nine personality types\n✓ Explore the Directions of Integration and Stress and the Levels of Development\n✓ Understand the role of presence –a contemplative approach to the Enneagram \nPRESENTER: Carol Schindler\nCarol Schindler has been practicing Centering Prayer for 30 years. In 2001 she become a\nContemplative Outreach presenter and she has been co-leading a Centering Prayer Group since 2000. Carol was part of the New Jersey Chapter team and led yearly retreats at the Maris Stella Retreat House in Long Beach Island NJ. Carol studied Enneagram at the Enneagram Institute where she completed the course work required to be an instructor in 2009. Since then\, she has taught many Enneagram programs with an emphasis on using the Enneagram for spiritual development. \nThis workshop will include Centering Prayer each day. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-spiritual-journey-via-the-enneagram/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Koerner%2C CSA  akoerner45@gmail.com":MAILTO:Akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T120000
DTSTAMP:20230620T185918Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This weekend retreat will focus on how Centering Prayer can heighten one’s understanding and appreciation for the season of Advent. \nCentering Prayer is a form of Christian silent meditation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It is rooted in the self-emptying love that forms the heart of Jesus’ teaching and life. The effect on those who practice it is an every-increasing awareness of the God’s action and presence in the course of ordinary life. \nScholarship assistance is available. Please contact Reservations for application\, Reservations@stmaryssewanee.org\, 931-598-5342.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-centering-prayer-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20230810T132520Z
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UID:136958-1702112400-1702123200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As we enter the season of Advent\, join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. The day provides time for communal Centering Prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling and reflection\, and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction of Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. \nFor more info\, please contact Marilyn Nobori at 818-815-4480 or centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com\nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by December 1st\nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated.\nPlease arrive at 8:45am
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-silent-saturday-3/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20231026T144156Z
CREATED:20231026T144047Z
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SUMMARY:The Healing Power of Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Led by The Rev. Tim Grayson \n“You have made us for yourself\, O Lord\, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.”\n– St. Augustine \nThomas Keating\, one of the founders of the modern Centering Prayer movement\, popularized the Centering Prayer process as “divine therapy” because it enables the healing of deep psychological wounds and promotes spiritual growth. According to Keating\, this therapy leads to the “purification and healing of the unconscious\, thus deepening the practitioner’s relationship with God.” Acknowledging and releasing troubling thoughts that bubble up from deep within helps deconstruct the false self that emerges in childhood from our efforts to find security amid damaging societal and familial influences. \nIn this retreat\, Tim Grayson\, a member of COMW’s coordinating team and an Episcopal priest\, will review the work of renowned spiritual guides such as Keating\, Basil Pennington\, Thomas Merton\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, and Jim Finley\, who have written extensively on the healing properties of Centering Prayer. The program will include three Centering Prayer sessions and ample time for discussion. \nLocation: The Cathedral of St Matthew the Apostle\n1725 Rhode Island Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\n(Please enter at the lower level through the door next to the garage\, and note that the church garage is closed on Saturdays\, but metered street parking is available\, as well as two parking garages close-by.)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-healing-power-of-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Cathedral of St. Matthew\, 1725 Rhode Island Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, 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=America/New_York:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20231204T205154Z
CREATED:20231204T205154Z
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UID:139006-1702112400-1702123200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Healing Power of Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Rev. Tim Grayson \n“You have made us for yourself\, O Lord\, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.”\n– St. Augustine \nThomas Keating\, one of the founders of the modern Centering Prayer movement\, popularized the Centering Prayer process as “divine therapy” because it enables the healing of deep psychological wounds and promotes spiritual growth. According to Keating\, this therapy leads to the “purification and healing of the unconscious\, thus deepening the practitioner’s relationship with God.” Acknowledging and releasing troubling thoughts that bubble up from deep within helps deconstruct the false self that emerges in childhood from our efforts to find security amid damaging societal and familial influences. \nIn this retreat\, Tim Grayson\, a member of COMW’s coordinating team and an Episcopal priest\, will review the work of renowned spiritual guides such as Keating\, Basil Pennington\, Thomas Merton\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, and James Finley\, who have written extensively on the healing properties of Centering Prayer. The program will include three Centering Prayer sessions and ample time for discussion. \nTim is a longtime board member of Listening Hearts Ministries\, which is dedicated to teaching the practice of spiritual discernment\, and is an authorized Listening Hearts trainer. He also has a burgeoning interest in Christian mysticism.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-healing-power-of-centering-prayer-2/
LOCATION:The Cathedral of St Matthew the Apostle\, 1725 Rhode Island Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T133000
DTSTAMP:20231027T202032Z
CREATED:20231027T202032Z
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UID:138429-1702389600-1702733400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina and the Four Senses of Scripture
DESCRIPTION:This Praying Holy Scripture retreat offers Centering Prayer periods plus presentations based upon Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the deepening levels of faith: the Four Senses of Scripture – literal\, allegorical\, behavioral/moral\, and unitive senses. The presentations teach a contemplative way of listening to and reading Scripture known as the ancient monastic practice of Lectio Divina. During the retreat\, one will experience the interplay of the silence of Centering Prayer and Praying Holy Scripture combined with the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life including Holy Eucharist. This contemplative retreat welcomes those comfortable with silence and yearning to learn this ancient way of praying rather than studying Holy Scripture. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 pm Tuesday. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45 pm. The retreat concludes with noon meal on Friday. (Daily Holy Eucharist is available at 9:00 a.m.). The suggested donation for the retreat is $430. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. \nRetreat Leader: Leslee 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 to Love in workshop and retreat settings. She is part of the Service Teams that steward Fr. Thomas’s teaching for serving Intensive Retreats and Lectio Divina. She is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, CO and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nTo register\, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone (845-384-6660\, ext. 3002) or email (guesthouse@hcmnet.org).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-and-the-four-senses-of-scripture-2/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T140000
DTSTAMP:20230925T182304Z
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UID:137911-1702717200-1702735200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of centering prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book\, “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God“. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturday of each month from October 2023 through April 2024. Overnight accommodations are available. In December\, Fr. Carl Arico will offer an Advent Day of Prayer. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nFurther information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or email Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com. \nLimited spaces are available to stay overnight at St. Walburga Monastery for a separate charge.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-advent-day-of-prayer-with-fr-carl-arico/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T203000
DTSTAMP:20231206T174926Z
CREATED:20231206T174926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T174926Z
UID:139174-1702926000-1702931400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What & How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Free Contemplative Prayer Workshop \nJoin to return to the sacred basic tenants of Centering Prayer. \n“Silence is God’s first language. All others are just poor translations.”\n— Thomas Keating \nWe’ll explore:\n• Opening to God and peace within\n• Silence as the universal language of God\n• How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nPresented by Keith Kristich\, founder of Closer Than Breath. Certified teacher of meditation & contemplative prayer. Commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-exploring-the-why-what-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T203000
DTSTAMP:20231206T174537Z
CREATED:20231206T174537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T174537Z
UID:139181-1703098800-1703104200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Explore the Why\, What & How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Free Contemplative Prayer Workshop \nJoin to return to the sacred basic tenants of Centering Prayer. \n“Silence is God’s first language. All others are just poor translations.”\n— Thomas Keating \nWe’ll explore\n• Opening to God and peace within\n• Silence as the universal language of God\n• How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nPresented by Keith Kristich\, founder of Closer Than Breath. Certified teacher of meditation & contemplative prayer. Commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-explore-the-why-what-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240105T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240112T110000
DTSTAMP:20230627T193948Z
CREATED:20230627T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T193948Z
UID:136059-1704466800-1705057200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week-long experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, and community. \nThe retreat offers two tracks. The intensive track is recommended for people who have completed the introductory workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The post-intensive track is for those people who have previously made an eight-day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both the intensive and post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat provide daily experiences of silence\, solitude\, walking\, hiking\, yoga\, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. \nScholarship Assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact Reservations for application\, Reservations@stmaryssewanee.org\, 931-598-5342.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-retreat-4/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240110T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240110T203000
DTSTAMP:20240103T192729Z
CREATED:20240103T192729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T192729Z
UID:140159-1704913200-1704918600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What & How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Free contemplative prayer workshop \nJoin to return to the sacred basic tenants of Centering Prayer. \n“Silence is God’s first language. All others are just poor translations.”\n— Thomas Keating \nWe’ll explore\n• Opening to God and peace within\n• Silence as the universal language of God\n• How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nPresented by Keith Kristich\, founder of Closer Than Breath. Certified teacher of meditation & contemplative prayer. Commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-exploring-the-why-what-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240113T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240113T120000
DTSTAMP:20231206T195755Z
CREATED:20230809T003804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T195755Z
UID:136967-1705136400-1705147200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:New Year Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Begin the new year by deepening your relationship with God. Join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. The day provides time for private journaling and reflection\, communal Centering Prayer\, a contemplative walk\, and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered to those new to the practice. \nFor more information\, please contact Marilyn Nobori at 818-815-4480 or centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com\nRegistration is appreciated but not required; register online at hsrcenter.com \nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated.\nPlease arrive by 8:45am
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/new-year-silent-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240113T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20240113T113000
DTSTAMP:20240103T192450Z
CREATED:20240103T192450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T192450Z
UID:140157-1705140000-1705145400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What & How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Free contemplative prayer workshop \nJoin to return to the sacred basic tenants of Centering Prayer. \n“Silence is God’s first language. All others are just poor translations.”\n— Thomas Keating \nWe’ll explore\n• Opening to God and peace within\n• Silence as the universal language of God\n• How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nPresented by Keith Kristich\, founder of Closer Than Breath. Certified teacher of meditation & contemplative prayer. Commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-exploring-the-why-what-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom-4/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T133000
DTSTAMP:20240118T212159Z
CREATED:20231027T201914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T212159Z
UID:138433-1705672800-1705843800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:In Silence with Thomas Merton
DESCRIPTION:Introducing a new retreat series with Br. Ephrem Arcement\, OHC at Holy Cross Monastery: called “In Silence…”\nTHIS RETREAT IS CURRENTLY FILLED. \nThe hope for each of these retreats is to explore the life and spirituality of a given mystic of the Christian tradition and to begin learning how to put their wisdom into practice. Components to the retreat will be conferences on a given mystic\, group sharing and Q&A\, and contemplative prayer\, along with opportunities for prayer and Eucharist with the monastic community. \nThe inaugural In Silence… retreat will explore the life and spirituality of the Cistercian monk Thomas Merton. Thomas Merton is widely regarded as one of the foremost spiritual writers of the twentieth century whose influence extends well beyond the Cistercian monasticism or the Roman Catholicism which he called home. Join Br. Ephrem Arcement\, OHC in encountering this profound figure who did so much to shape the contours of the contemplative and prophetic traditions in the church today. \nSuggested reading for retreat: New Seeds of Contemplation \nRegister by e-mail or phone with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/in-silence-with-thomas-merton/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T120000
DTSTAMP:20231111T040519Z
CREATED:20231111T040519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T040519Z
UID:138682-1705743000-1705752000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to a Wisdom Way of Knowing: A Wisdom Practice Series via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to a Wisdom Way of Knowing: Wisdom Practices Series \nJanuary 20th\nThis Sacred Path: Three Centered Knowing\nThis Sacred Surrender: Centering Prayer \nJanuary 27th\nThis Sacred Voice: Chanting\nThis Sacred Body: Gesture & Movement \nFebruary 3rd\nThis Sacred Self: Witnessing & Welcoming\nThis Sacred Heart: The Way of the Heart \nThis is a series introducing some key elements of the Christian Wisdom tradition\, particularly as synthesized by Cynthia Bourgeault. Wisdom has ancient roots and tends to re-emerge in our awareness in times of great individual and collective transition and turmoil. Wisdom is about seeing through the eyes of wholeness and is anchored beyond the changing circumstances of life. \nDuring this Wisdom Practice Series we will introduce teachings and practices that support us in the Wisdom Way of Knowing. These practices will include three-centered awareness\, self-observation\, Centering Prayer\, sacred chanting\, body movement\, lectio divina\, sharing and discussion. These are all in service of consenting to the presence and action of God in our hearts\, the organ of spiritual seeing\, and in our lives. The more we are able to put these into practice\, the better our ability to respond to what is needed in the world. \nFacilitators: \nHeather Ruce\, M. A. is a Wisdom Spiritual Director who offers Wisdom Practice Circles\, Retreats\, and Wisdom Schools focused on the expansive Christian Wisdom Tradition. She works within the lineage of Wisdom Teacher Cynthia Bourgeault whom she has been a student of for over a decade. Heather weaves her Masters in Marital & Family Therapy and training in Somatic Experiencing\, Organic Intelligence & Spiritual Direction into her teaching and guidance in various Wisdom practices in service of waking up and putting on the Mind of Christ. Find out more at heatherruce.com. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director whose offerings include Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices of the Christian Wisdom tradition. These practices encourage us to lean into the Love that is constantly being offered within a relational web of Sacred Unity. As a scientist she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. Joy regularly offers retreats on Centering Prayer\, often emphasizing the incarnational nature of the Christian path. She recently published The Cosmic Web: Hope for Our World Through Science and Spirituality. You can find more about her at joyfulfillment.com. \nCatherine Regan\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, retired psychologist\, and adjunct staff member at Mercy Center\, primarily serving on the Centering Prayer team. She has a special interest in participating in the reclamation of the Christian Wisdom tradition and fostering the contemplative practices so urgently needed at this time in our world. \nCONTACT\nFor further assistance\, contact us at (650) 340-7474 or mcweb@sistersofmercy.org \nThese are unprecedented times. If finances are an issue\, please fill out a learning grant form here for a grant. We want to make sure our offerings are available to everyone.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/an-introduction-to-a-wisdom-way-of-knowing-a-wisdom-practice-series-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T140000
DTSTAMP:20230925T182455Z
CREATED:20230925T182455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T182455Z
UID:137923-1705827600-1705845600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Logging
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Centering Prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book\, “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God“. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturdays of October 2023 through April 2024. Overnight accommodations are available. The January session will introduce the practice of logging. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nFurther information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or email Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-logging/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTSTAMP:20240104T185229Z
CREATED:20240104T185229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T185229Z
UID:140191-1706832000-1707091199@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Centering Prayer\nFostering Intimacy with God through Silence & Stillness \nPresenter: Sr Ruth Ann Madera \nSourced from the depths of Christian contemplative tradition\, Centering Prayer has emerged as a life-changing prayer practice for those who embrace it. Centering Prayer is a receptive method of Christian silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer; prayer in which we experience God’s presence within us\, closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer. \nJoin us to learn the method or to renew your practice of this ancient form of silent prayer. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-10/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T150000
DTSTAMP:20231204T204945Z
CREATED:20231204T204945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T204945Z
UID:139011-1706950800-1706972400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:MEET GOD IN A NEW WAY\nAttend our daylong retreat … \nPresented by Benedicte Vibe Christensen and Marjorie Centofanti \nLet praying without words\, in deep silence and openness\, draw you closer to God. Come to realize the beauty of holiness in using what modern contemplative Thomas Keating called “God’s first language.” This retreat follows the international Contemplative Outreach Ltd. community approach\, combining short presentations\, two Centering Prayer practice sessions and ample time for questions and discussion. This retreat is open to anyone\, whether you have a longtime Centering Prayer practice or have never tried this form of prayer. There’s enrichment and insight for both.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/an-introduction-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:St. Mary Magdalen Mission of St. Margaret Church\, 1716 Churchville Road\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21015\, 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=UTC:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T150000
DTSTAMP:20240109T222423Z
CREATED:20240109T222423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T222423Z
UID:140199-1706950800-1706972400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Let praying without words\, in deep silence and openness\, draw you closer to God. Come to realize the beauty of holiness in using what modern contemplative Thomas Keating called “God’s first language.” This retreat follows the international Contemplative Outreach Ltd. approach\, combining short presentations\, two Centering Prayer practice sessions and ample time for questions and discussion. \nHosted by Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington (COMW)\, this retreat is open to anyone\, whether you have a longtime Centering Prayer practice or have never tried this form of prayer. There’s enrichment and insight for both. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/an-introduction-to-centering-prayer-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary Magdalen Mission of St. Margaret Church\, 1716 Churchville Road\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21015\, 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=America/New_York:20240206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T133000
DTSTAMP:20240118T212253Z
CREATED:20231027T201709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T212253Z
UID:138435-1707228000-1707571800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat\, offered from Tuesday\, February 6 till Friday\, February 9\, 2024\, at Holy Cross Monastery on the Hudson River in NY state\, offers opportunities for both those new to the Centering Prayer and those who have an established practice. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life. The retreat offers two tracks. For those new to Centering Prayer\, the basic essentials of the method and conceptual background of Centering Prayer will be presented. To those who have an established prayer practice\, more time will be available to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. This contemplative retreat welcomes both those new to and those comfortable with silence that have a yearning to rediscover this ancient prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplation. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday. Vespers begin at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45. The retreat concludes with lunch on Friday. (Daily Holy Eucharist is available at 9:00 a.m.).\nCost for the retreat is $470. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. Register by e-mail or phone with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. \nIf you have questions about the retreat content please contact retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net.\nTo find out more about Holy Cross Monastery\, visit their website at: www.holycrossmonastery.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-12/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T130000
DTSTAMP:20230809T001149Z
CREATED:20230809T001149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T001149Z
UID:137031-1707753600-1708261200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer 7-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Centering Prayer 7-Day Intensive/Post Intensive Retreat \nAn opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina in an atmosphere of silence\, within community\, and with an experience of solitude. \nTwo tracts: The Intensive retreat is for anyone who hasn’t been on a Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat and includes video presentations by Fr. Thomas Keating. The Post Intensive retreat is for anyone who has previously been on a Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat and offers an opportunity for a deeper silence. \nPlease click on the link below. You will find a brochure to download with more information and registration details.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-7-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Knobs Haven Retreat Center\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="CO of Louisville":MAILTO:sksallen13@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:5-day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Ground of Our Being led by Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI \nFor many of us\, our contemplative practices are the root and foundation of our spiritual life. Grounded in these practices\, we then engage with the world around us. During this retreat\, Father Bill will explore the convergences that are present between the spiritual exercises and Centering Prayer as a basis for such grounding. May we take these days of silence\, presentation and Centering Prayer as an opportunity to stretch our roots more deeply into rich soil. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/5-day-centering-prayer-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Dominican Retreat and Conference Center\, 1945 Union Street (Route 7)\, Niskayuna\, NY\, 12309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Sue Zemgulis%2C OP":MAILTO:suezop@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T090000
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SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Spiritual Reading
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Centering Prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book\, “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God”. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturdays of October 2023 through April 2024. Overnight accommodations are available. The February session will introduce the practice of spiritual reading. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nFurther information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or contact Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-spiritual-reading/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240223T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T130000
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SUMMARY:CENTERING PRAYER SILENT WEEKEND
DESCRIPTION:This silent/contemplative retreat is designed to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer. Come and enter the inner room where “interior silence strengthens and affirms the human experience” (Thomas Keating\, Open Mind\, Open Heart). This weekend offers a supportive community that fosters a quiet space where God is known more intimately. There will be regularly scheduled prayer sits with contemplative walks as well as unscheduled time for personal reflection\, journaling\, and walking the Center’s beautiful grounds. \nPrerequisite: A regular practice of Centering Prayer or silent meditation \nFee: $300 private room\n$200 commuter (includes all meals) \nRegister online at www.hsrcenter.com with a $50 non-refundable deposit by February 9th. For more information\, please contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-silent-weekend/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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