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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200814T080000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION: GOD IS LOVE: THE HEART OF ALL CREATION \nTHIS CENTERING PRAYER POST INTENSIVE RETREAT is based on the teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating from his retreat GOD IS LOVE.  This 8-day retreat is an opportunity for more extensive periods of Centering Prayer to deepen the personal practice of contemplative prayer.  The Post Intensive Retreat focuses more on complete silence for the duration of the retreat.  All meals are silent with no conversation. A minimum of one-year regular practice of Centering Prayer is a prerequisite to attend a Post Intensive Retreat.  Facilitator:  Susan Komis. Fri. Aug. 14 (Arrival:  after 2 pm; Soup Supper at 5:30 pm; Retreat opening: 7 pm)–Sat. Aug. 22\, 1 pm; Fee: Register and pay in full by July 14: $725. Registrations and payments after July 14: $740. \nIf you would like to share this retreat with others\, please download the flyer below by clicking on "Additional Information."
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-post-intensive-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Sisters of St. Benedict at St. Mary Monastery\, 2200 88th Avenue West\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201-7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Bobbi Bussan%2C OSB":MAILTO:rbussan@smmsisters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200814T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200816T120000
DTSTAMP:20200723T203822Z
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SUMMARY:Touching into the Sacred: A Contemplative Centering Prayer Weekend
DESCRIPTION:This weekend\, anchored in silence and Centering Prayer\, will offer opportunities to connect with ourselves\, with God\, and with others\, surrounded by the summer beauty of the Connecticut shore. The schedule will include three Centering Prayer sessions\, an overview of the practice\, evening prayer\, lectio divina\, and other contemplative practices. Remaining hours are unscheduled for private prayer and reflection. \nThe retreat will begin with dinner on Friday evening at 5:30 p.m. and end by noon after a closing session on Sunday. All meals on Saturday and Sunday breakfast will be in silence. No previous experience with Centering Prayer is required\, however\, if you are new to a silent retreat or Centering Prayer\, please contact either Claire (crusowicz@hotmail.com) or Anne (asimpkinson@gmail.com) before you register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/touching-into-the-sacred-a-contemplative-centering-prayer-weekend/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Rusowicz":MAILTO:crusowicz@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200824
DTSTAMP:20200729T163756Z
CREATED:20200729T163607Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT  – A  Three-Day Intensive
DESCRIPTION:EXTENDING THE WALLS OF OUR INNER ROOM TO ALL OF LIFE \nThis retreat will be an opportunity to complement our basic Centering Prayer practice\nwith a deeper experiential understanding of the Active Prayer phrase\, the Welcoming Prayer\,\nGuard of the Heart and Presence Practice–thus extending the walls of our inner room to all of life. \n“If you do Centering Prayer and don’t bring it into active life –like the welcoming prayer\,\nthe active prayer phrase\, and guard of the heart – you will have trouble.”\n– Thomas Keating\, 2016 \n“It is not enough to do the practice itself even if this is done twice a day\,\nunless at the same time one carries into daily life the effects of the humility…\nas time goes on divine therapist extends the walls of our office\, so to speak\,\nour inner room\, to the whole of life so that everything becomes a process\nof purification\, of healing\, and of releasing the unconscious.”\n– Thomas Keating (from the Heartfulness video segment) \nPresenter: Bob Mischke — Denver’s Center for Contemplative Living\nServing the Contemplative Outreach community for 25 years.\nBob studied these practices under the guidance of Fr. Thomas Keating. \nRETREAT SCHEDULE\nThursday\, August 20th– Sunday\, August 23th\nAll times are Central Standard Time.\nEach session will begin with 30 minutes of Centering Prayer. \nThursday\nEvening-Session 1 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nFriday\nMorning-Session 2 9:00am – 11:00am\nNoon-Centering Prayer 12:00am – 1:05pm (Optional)\nTwo Centering Prayer periods back to back with a 5 minute break.\nAfternoon-Session 3 3:00pm – 5:00pm\nEvening Session 7:00pm – 8:30pm (Optional)\nBreakout sessions and Q & A \nSaturday\nMorning Session 4 9:00am – 11:00am\nNoon-Centering Prayer 12:00am – 1:05pm (Optional)\nTwo Centering Prayer periods back to back with a 5 minute break.\nAfternoon-Session 5 3:00pm – 5:00pm\nEvening Session 7:00pm – 8:30pm (Optional)\nBreakout sessions and Q & A \nSunday\nMorning-Session 6 9:00am – 11:00am \nThis will be an online retreat offered on the Zoom platform.\nYou will need to have Zoom downloaded to your device – https://www.zoom.us/.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-centering-prayer-retreat-a-three-day-intensive/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of New Orleans":MAILTO:mgdrake@juno.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200821T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200831T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234737Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Ten Day Post-Intensive Retreat	August 21 – 30\, 2020 \nProvides opportunity for intensive Centering Prayer\, solitude and stilness in community.  Prior Centering Prayer retreat experience necessary. \nSt. Lawrence Retreat Center\, Beacon\, NY \nStaff: Fr. Bill Sheehan\, Therese Saulnier \nThe St. Lawrence Retreat Center  is located on 25 beautiful acres in Beacon\, NY\, just one and one-half hours north of New York City.  The center is off Route I-84\, and is accessible to Stewart Airport and the Beacon\, NY train station.  The newly renovated\, fully accessible facility has an elevator\, wide hallways and flat\, easily walkable grounds\, ensuring that people of all ages and physical abilities can enjoy this sacred space. \nThe center can accommodate up to 20 guests\, including handicap accessible rooms and bathrooms.  Every room has a private bathroom and individual climate control.   
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-post-intensive-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Lawrence Retreat Center\, 180 Sargent Ave\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy McCarthy":MAILTO:cmccarthy574@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200829T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200829T150000
DTSTAMP:20200723T203935Z
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SUMMARY:Resting in God: An Invitation to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“In returning and rest\, you shall be saved;\nin quietness and in trust shall be your strength.”\n– Isaiah 30:15 \nSt. Gregory the Great wrote that contemplation is like “resting in God.” In Centering Prayer\, we’ve come to understand that “rest” is two-sided. First\, we can find comfort and peace in the Silence of the prayer but\, equally important\, “rest” also involves a surrender. Consenting to God’s Presence and action in our lives opens us up to the Sacred and allows Spirit to emerge in and through us in new and grace-filled ways. \nCome learn about and experience Centering Prayer. No experience is required. The day will be structured for those with little or no experience as well as those who want to renew or revitalize their Centering Prayer practice. \nThe schedule will include an introduction to the day’s theme\, an overview of the practice\, two 20-minute Centering Prayer sessions\, suggestions for daily practice\, and question and answer time. Lunch will be included.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/resting-in-god-an-invitation-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Wisdom House\, 229 East Litchfield Road\, Litchfield\, CT\, 6759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200904T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200907T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234736Z
CREATED:20200513T234736Z
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UID:102011-1599206400-1599498000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Centering Prayer Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian prayer rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition.  Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative pryer.  This weekend workshop/retreat is designed for those new to Centering Prayer.  Private rooms and the ability to maintain silence are required.  Retreat Directors:  Contemplative Outreach Birmingham Staff  Cost:  Private Room $255
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-centering-prayer-silent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center\, 916 Convent Road\, AL\, 35055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T170000
DTSTAMP:20200903T183349Z
CREATED:20200903T183349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T183349Z
UID:108316-1599892200-1599930000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Full-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary’s Sewanee invites you to spend time in prayerful silence and contemplation during this day-long Centering Prayer retreat led by the Rev. Tom Ward and Rebecca Paluzzi. \nThis event is modeled on the rhythm of the multi-day retreats that St. Mary’s Sewanee has offered for more than 20 years. In preparing this new retreat format\, we have learned that technology is capable of bringing us together in ways that we could not have anticipated. During this day\, you are encouraged to fast from listening to the news and using electronic devices so that you can make holy space to observe silence with the group and on your own. \nThe retreat will include: \nThree periods of Centering Prayer;\n–Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer;\n–Lectio Divina in a group setting; and\n–Generous breaks throughout the day for rest\, reflection\, and journaling. \nFor people new to Centering Prayer\, we encourage you to participate in the Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop to learn the basics of the practice. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-full-day-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200912T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200912T120000
DTSTAMP:20200903T191021Z
CREATED:20200513T234735Z
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SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Contemplative Outreach Team \nSaturday\, September 12\, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon (Pacific Daylight Time)\n(Zoom in at 8:50 am) \nAs the season of Autumn approaches\, join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. This day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. The day provides periods of Centering Prayer\, a contemplative break\, and Lectio Divina. \nAll are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. Participants will need to download Zoom for free at https://zoom.us. The Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the gathering. For more information\, please email Amanda Berg at spiritualdirection@hsrcenter.com or Sr. Linda Snow\, CSJ\, at srlinda.snow@gmail.com \nAny donation gratefully accepted. \nRegister online here.  Scroll down to September 12 event and click on Register button. \nPlease register by Thursday\, September 10\, 2020.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-8/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T123000
DTSTAMP:20200901T232858Z
CREATED:20200806T165507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T232858Z
UID:107251-1600506000-1600518600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Healing Social Injustice through Contemplation and Action
DESCRIPTION:“Christ suffers in the needy and the afflicted. Insofar as we access the mind of Christ\, we too identify with the sufferings of others and reach out to help according to our possibilities.” – Father Thomas Keating \nDuring these unprecedented times we are called to examine what is our role to play when we experience social injustice. Apart from three 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer the 1/2-day retreat will include a presentation starting with the parables where Jesus always identified with the weakest segments in the society: the sick\, the poor\, and the outcast. This will be followed by views on social injustice\, in particular racial injustice\, by contemplative and religious leaders such as Thomas Keating\, Richard Rohr\, Howard Thurman\, and Barbara Holmes. It will be discussed how contemplative practice\, such as Centering Prayer\, strengthens in a fundamental way the effectiveness of our action. \nFor further details and to register\, click on the website below. \n‘Jesus at Gethsemane’ copyright 2009 Janet McKenzie www.janetmckenzie.com\nUsed with permission.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/healing-social-injustice-through-contemplation-and-action/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benedicte Vibe Christensen":MAILTO:BenedicteVibeChristensen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200919T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200926T133000
DTSTAMP:20200729T171316Z
CREATED:20200729T171316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T171316Z
UID:107091-1600538400-1601127000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:8-day Silent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Contemplative Outreach and Contemplative Outreach Kansas City invite you to spend a beautiful Autumn week at Saint Benedict Center (Schuyler Nebraska)\, Maybe it’s just what you need! If you’ve never attended an 8-day silent retreat maybe now is the time! With all that is happening it might be the perfect time to get away from the anxiety-producing situations that surround you and spend a quiet\, restful week in the embrace of God\, initiated by a gentle stirring of love. \nSaint Benedict Center in Schuyler\, Nebraska is a beautiful and safe place to be in a socially-distancing community and still enjoy spacious freedom to commune with God. We will of course\, follow all the coronavirus protocol (answering medical questions\, taking temperatures\, wearing masks in public areas\, plated meals instead of buffet\, no visitors to the monastery). \nWe will use the classic book\, The Cloud of Unknowing\, for our readings and reflections. We recommend reading it before coming. \nThis retreat is co-sponsored by Nebraska Contemplative Outreach and Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. \nRegistration: nebraskacontemplativeoutreach.org \nWe begin Saturday\, September 19th with the evening meal and end Saturday after lunch\, Sept. 26th.\nCost: $650.\n(A dedicated Centering Prayer practice and attendance at a weekend silent retreat are recommended prior to a week-long retreat.) \n“If you strive to fix your love on him forgetting all else\, which is the work of contemplation I have urged you to begin\, I am confident that God in his goodness will bring you to a deep experience of himself.”\n– The Cloud of Unknowing\, ch. 3
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-silent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Saint Benedict’s Monastery Spirituality Center\, 104 Chapel Lane\, Saint Joseph\, MN\, 563784-2020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200928T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234735Z
CREATED:20200513T234735Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Intensive Retreats\nIntensive Retreats provide an opportunity to immerse participants in the practice of Centering Prayer\, as taught by Contemplative Outreach.  Throughout the retreat experience one becomes more immersed in the conceptual background of the spiritual practice. \nThe Intensive Retreat includes up to three hours of Centering Prayer and a DVD about the spiritual journey each day. Soul friending with the staff can be scheduled. An established practice in daily centering prayer of at least 6 months is highly recommended. \nCentering Prayer Post Intensive Retreats\nPost Intensive Retreats provide an opportunity for even more intensive Centering Prayer\, solitude and silence in community.  The Post Intensive is much more silent\, in that no DVDs are shown\, and it includes up to five hours of Centering Prayer daily.  Most days are spent in "grand silence\," when you are asked not to speak or make eye contact. Most Post Intensive retreatants have been doing Centering Prayer for a year or more and have also experienced a previous Intensive Retreat\, so the silence can be very deep. \nBefore attending one of these retreats\, one should have an established daily practice of Centering Prayer for at least six months to a year.  It is assumed one has a foundation fairly well in place and the focus of the retreats is on the refinement of Centering Prayer practice itself. \nRetreat Leaders\nSusan Rush (Santa Fe\, NM) Susan has been serving in the field of health care throughout her adult life. She has been involved with Contemplative Outreach for about three decades. Susan was the founding coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of New Mexico\, and served on the governing board of CO\, Ltd for ten years. Currently she serves as a spiritual director and retreat facilitator. Susan is a presenter for the Living Flame program and the Servant Leadership Program. She serves on the Retreat Service team for Contemplative Outreach Ltd. She continues to serve us here in NM. The opportunity to serve in Contemplative Outreach communities has been a great gift in her life. \nDenise Tierney (Rio Rancho\, NM) Denise’s career in Rehabilitation/Mental Health services spanned 40 years. She facilitated At Home Retreats in NY prior to moving to NM. She was introduced to Centering Prayer in 1994. She is the current Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach NM\, a Commissioned Presenter for Centering Prayer and a Group facilitator.    \nSchedule and Cost\nThe retreat begins with dinner on Monday September 21\, 2020 and closes Sunday morning\, September 27\, 2020 by 11:00 a.m. The fee of $725 includes the retreat\, meals and a single room with centrally located shower/baths. There is a sink in each room. \nQueen bed with private bath – $815 (2 available)\n	Queen bed with shared bath – $770 (4 available) \nFor 2 folks in a Queen room there is the additional cost of meals for the second person. \nReservations will be taken in the order in which they are received. \nA $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required with registration. \nRegistration begins March 1\, 2020. Full payment is due by August 21\, 2020. \nDownload Registration Flyer
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-5/
LOCATION:The Bosque Retreat Center\, 6400 Coors Blvd\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Denise Tierney or Connie Medhara":MAILTO:conm2016@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTSTAMP:20200729T022121Z
CREATED:20200721T215354Z
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UID:106753-1600905600-1601683199@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will be offered online using Zoom. Everyone will participate in prayer\, videos\, and group sessions on Zoom. You may reside at the Mercy Center as an individual retreatant or in your own home or other lodging.\nPre-requisite: Prior attendance at an 8-10 day Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat. \nThis retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive. You choose the track that works best for you. Centering Prayer periods for both tracks will be 30 minutes. Advanced Intensive will watch 30-minute videos. Post Intensive has no videos and two additional periods of Centering Prayer. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative service will be offered daily\, as well as optional individual soul friending with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in silence. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Leslee Terpay\, and Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI. Susan\, Leslee\, and Fr. Bill have served within the Contemplative Outreach community for many years and led many Centering Prayer retreats and workshops.\nRetreat begins Thursday\, September 24th with check-in starting at 5:00pm; orientation at 7:00pm; ends Friday\, October 2nd after lunch. \nFor more information\, contact Susan Turpin at 541-324-1207 or slturpin@me.com or Leslee Terpay at (720) 315-8120 or co-leslee@comcast.net. To register: 530-887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200926T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200926T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234735Z
CREATED:20200513T234735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234735Z
UID:102005-1601107200-1601139600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. \nRegistration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \n	There is a suggested love offering of $10. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-7/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201010T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201012T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234734Z
CREATED:20200513T234734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234734Z
UID:102003-1602316800-1602522000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Two-day in-town Centering Prayer Commuter Retreat	"Celebrating Life"\n	Led by Fr Carl Arico\n	The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX.  \nIt will take place on Sat from 8:30am to 4:00pm and will continue on Sun from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Retreatants sleep at home and return the next day. Each day will include multiple prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \nCost is $75. Please bring your own lunch; scholarships may be available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-6/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201016T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201019T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234734Z
CREATED:20200513T234734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234734Z
UID:102002-1602835200-1603126800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Anyone with an established Centering Prayer practice is invited to participate in a Centering Prayer Weekend retreat. The retreat serves as a way to go deeper in your prayer practice plus spend time in silence and solitude while in community. Several periods of Centering Prayer each day allows time for rest and walking in the Benet Hill Monastery forest in the Black Forest of Colorado Springs\, CO. The retreat begins with arrival at 3pm Friday\, October 16 continuing with dinner at 5pm and orientation at 7pm. The methods of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina will be reviewed. The retreat concludes with a video teaching from Fr. Thomas Keating. Departure on Sunday\, October 18 is at 3pm. \nCost: $250 with a non-refundable deposit of $50 due with registration. \nBenet Hill Retreat Center in the Black Forest of Colorado Springs\n	Retreat Details: All bedrooms are private with shared bathrooms. Space is limited to 9 retreatants plus the team. Meals will be shared with the Sisters of Benet Hill. \nRetreat team: Leslee Anne Terpay and Sr. Therese O'Grady \nPlease see the flyer below under "additional information" for more details and registration information.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Benet Hill Monastery\, 3190 Benet Lane\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Therese O%E2%80%9A%C3%84%C3%B4Grady":MAILTO:Stherese@benethillmonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T163000
DTSTAMP:20200903T164626Z
CREATED:20200903T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T164626Z
UID:108262-1602923400-1602952200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Key Contemplative Ancestors: Eckhart\, Hadewijch\, Mechthild\, Porete
DESCRIPTION:Meister Eckhart\, the most quoted Christian mystic of our time\, actually lived 1260-1327. Surprisingly for medieval times\, he was dramatically influenced by women mystics of his time. Though a world-class philosopher and popular preacher\, Eckhart shared their passion that people not just believe right ideas about God\, but also have a deep\, real experience of God. Our workshop will engage the inspiring lives and teachings of Eckhart and these heroic women as well as providing time for contemplative prayer and rich dialogue. \nThis will be presented live as well as over Zoom! \nRickey Cotton\, Ed.D.\, is a spiritual director and presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina and on faculty for the Living Flame program of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. As a leader of workshops and retreats\, he presents around the country on such topics as John of the Cross\, The Desert Mothers and Fathers\, Divine Therapy\, and Meister Eckhart. Now Professor Emeritus\, for over 30 years Rickey taught English and Religion at Southeastern University in central Florida.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/key-contemplative-ancestors-eckhart-hadewijch-mechthild-porete/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201031T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234733Z
CREATED:20200513T234733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234733Z
UID:102001-1603440000-1604163600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis 8 day intensive/post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat at the Trappist Abbey in Oregon begins at 5 pm Friday\, May 8 and ends May 15 after breakfast. The cost is $650. \nFor further information or registration contact Patricia Lacy at patricia.a.lacy@gmail.com or 541-207-8895. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Guadalupe Trappist Abbey\, 9200 NE Abbey Road\, OR\, 97127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Lacy":MAILTO:patricia.a.lacy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201026T123000
DTSTAMP:20201014T185620Z
CREATED:20200513T234733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T185620Z
UID:102000-1603461600-1603715400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Online Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Who is The Ultimate Reality? And Who are We?”\nPresenter: Bonnie Shimizu\n\nFriday\, October 23 – Sunday\, October 25\nOffered through Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, Encino\, CA \nThis weekend retreat will explore the heart of the Christian contemplative journey through the loving gift and legacy of Fr. Thomas Keating. Bonnie will explore the Love that is God as well as the foundation of our Oneness with all creation. There will be periods of Centering Prayer\, presentations\, and question/sharing time with Bonnie.  \nThis retreat is being offered online.  The Zoom link and schedule will be emailed to participants prior to the retreat. \nPrerequisite:  Regular practice of Centering Prayer or its equivalent. \nPlease register online here at Holy Spirit Retreat Center\nAny questions or for more information\, please contact Linda Snow\, CSJ\, at srlinda.snow@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T170000
DTSTAMP:20200903T183249Z
CREATED:20200903T183249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T183249Z
UID:108323-1603521000-1603558800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Full-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary’s Sewanee invites you to spend time in prayerful silence and contemplation during this day-long Centering Prayer retreat led by the Rev. Tom Ward and Rebecca Paluzzi. \nThis event is modeled on the rhythm of the multi-day retreats that St. Mary’s Sewanee has offered for more than 20 years. In preparing this new retreat format\, we have learned that technology is capable of bringing us together in ways that we could not have anticipated. During this day\, you are encouraged to fast from listening to the news and using electronic devices so that you can make holy space to observe silence with the group and on your own. \nThe retreat will include: \nThree periods of Centering Prayer;\n–Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer;\n–Lectio Divina in a group setting; and\n–Generous breaks throughout the day for rest\, reflection\, and journaling. \nFor people new to Centering Prayer\, we encourage you to participate in the Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop to learn the basics of the practice. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-full-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201024T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201024T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234732Z
CREATED:20200513T234732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234732Z
UID:101999-1603526400-1603558800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. \nRegistration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \n	There is a suggested love offering of $10. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-5/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201024T123000
DTSTAMP:20200928T173948Z
CREATED:20200928T173948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T173948Z
UID:108806-1603530000-1603542600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Half Day Centering Prayer Retreat: “Lost in the Mystery: Radical Contemplative Living” Part 1
DESCRIPTION:SPONSORED BY CONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH OF MARYLAND AND WASHINGTON (COMW) \n“God is so intimately present to us that the constant awareness of God’s presence is always available to us\, if we are open to it. It embraces us\, everything in our lives\, and all reality at the same time. Being in the presence of God as much as we can all day long is the secret of continuous growth in contemplative prayer.”\n– Father Thomas Keating \nHow can we live in the mystery of God always? In other words\, how can we pray without ceasing? And what does that even mean? How is unceasing prayer related to our regular sitting practice of Centering Prayer? We will delve into these questions and more in this two-part series on radical contemplative living. \nLost in the Mystery: Radical Contemplative Living Part 1 \nIn Part 1\, “Lost in the Mystery\,” we will discuss deeper ways of practicing Centering Prayer\, the issue of transcending the method of Centering Prayer\, what pure prayer is\, and how sitting practice relates to unceasing prayer. \nThe morning will include three 30 minute periods of centering prayer and an interactive discussion. \nLed by COMW Leadership Team Member\nLJ Milone\nSubject to Change \n8:45am to 9:00am check in and get centered (Eastern time zone)\n9:00am 30-minute Centering Prayer\, 5-minute contemplative “walk”\, followed by 25-minutes Centering Prayer\n10-minute break\nLJ’s presentation and discussion—about 90 minutes\n11:30 30-minute Centering Prayer \nFor additional information and registration instructions\, click on the link below.\nContact COMW Chapter Coordinator with questions: martha@marthajohnston.com.\nSuggested $15 goodwill offering per half-day retreat.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-retreat-lost-in-the-mystery-radical-contemplative-living-part-1/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T210000
DTSTAMP:20201015T012143Z
CREATED:20201012T162057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T012143Z
UID:109020-1603828800-1603832400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Special Call to Centering Prayer  
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join in their special\, community Centering Prayer for the U.S. and the whole world on Tuesday\, October 27 at 8 p.m. EDT. Our format is simple — an opening prayer\, centering for a half-hour\, then the Lord’s Prayer. Below is the Zoom coordinate for this simple session. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81016967900 \nQuestions? Email Marjorie Centofanti mcentofanti@jhmi.edu.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-special-call-to-centering-prayer-%ef%bb%bf/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marjorie Centofanti":MAILTO:mcentofanti@jhmi.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201108T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201114T110000
DTSTAMP:20200904T220149Z
CREATED:20200831T210947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T220149Z
UID:108035-1604851200-1605351600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Immersive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Take your contemplative prayer practice into daily living by focusing on The Welcoming Prayer. In Welcoming Prayer you will learn to integrate the inner busy life of Martha and the relaxed attitude of Mary\, the followers of Jesus\, into your own lives to become modern contemplatives in action. \nWe live in a world that is fragmented by sickness\, fear\, anxieties of all kinds but we are called to trust the Lord in the midst of it all. This retreat is meant to ground us in Christ. It is to help us be intentional in what we do so that we can be at peace within ourselves. \nFr. Jos will host this retreat at the House Of Blessings in Eureka Springs\, AR\, a beautiful place in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas. Eureka Springs is known for its natural beauty\, quiet and uplifting spirit\, and deep spirituality. The registration is limited to 12 people. With private rooms\, spacious chapel\, open areas\, and mountain air\, House Of Blessing is the safest place to be at this time. The retreat fee of $550 includes everything you will need other than your own toiletries. \nThe schedule includes Daily Mass\, several prayer sessions each day\, two daily study times\, and time for rest\, renewal\, and reading. Each day is well designed to give you time to rest and renew your soul. \nDate and Time: November 8th\, 4 pm to November 14th\, 11 am.\nRetreat Fee: $550. Includes accommodation\, all linens\, towels\, all meals\, snacks\, drinks\, and conferences. Bring your own toiletries. \nCOVID19 Recommendations: Be symptom-free when you come. Please bring some masks just in case you leave the retreat center for something. (for emergency only) Sanitizing lotions will be provided if needed. As a closed group\, your health is our priority.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-immersive-retreat/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201113T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201115T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234732Z
CREATED:20200513T234732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234732Z
UID:101998-1605254400-1605459600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Two-day in-town Centering Prayer commuter retreat on the topic of Discernment.	The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX.  \nIt will take place on Fri from 8:30am to 4:00pm and will continue on Sat from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Retreatants sleep at home and return the next day. Each day will include multiple prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \nCost is $50.  Please bring your own lunch; scholarships may be available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-4/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201115T130000
DTSTAMP:20201009T225237Z
CREATED:20200917T192710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T225237Z
UID:108650-1605261600-1605445200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat (ONLINE)
DESCRIPTION:Healing and Transformation on the Contemplative Path \nNovember 13-15\, 2020\nBegins Friday at 10:00 a.m. and\nConcludes Sunday at 1 p.m.\n$225 (Scholarship funds available on request) \nWhen we take our first loving step towards God on the contemplative path we may or may not realize that we are crossing a threshold into a new transformative way of living – one which requires us to let go of our illusions about ourselves and in humility embrace the truth of who we are\, an identity yet to be discovered. This transformative process becomes a means of healing life’s traumas and our unconscious motivations thus bringing us into a deeper awareness of our true nature and expanding our perception and understanding of humanity and our place in the universe. \nPlease join us for a weekend – with God\, and with a praying community– to deepen our consent to this transformation. \nHow will the virtual retreat work?\nThe flexible schedule is designed to integrate prayer with your daily life\, in your home\, and in your circumstances as they are. Teaching sessions will include experiential\, participatory\, and embodied exercises to draw us in more deeply into the healing\, contemplative space. Breaks will be provided to help integrate the retreat with your life\, as it is. \nProgram Features\n• Live Online Centering Prayer Sessions – Join via Zoom at scheduled times\, or practice on your own at those same scheduled times\, or as your life permits.\n• Live Online Teaching Sessions – Join us live via Zoom or view recordings at a later time.\n• Live Online Small Groups – for experiential processing (not recorded).\nWe hope that you will choose as much or as little of it as fits in your life\, on any given day. Let the rest go. Be met\, exactly where you are\, trusting that God’s love surrounds all of it\, all of us\, exactly as we are. \nRev. Amber Sturgess is an Episcopal Priest\, spiritual director\, and a seeker on the contemplative path. She enjoys teaching contemplative practices that deepen our spiritual awareness. Amber currently serves as Rector of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Carmel. \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. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, and Centering Prayer coordinator at Mercy Center. Joy is dedicated to fostering contemplative practices such as Centering Prayer and others within the Christian Wisdom tradition that help us become aware of God’s ever-present love. As a scientist (and dancer\, writer\, and hiker) she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nPlease save the date. Registration will open soon at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474\nRegistration closes November 12\, 2020
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201119T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201123T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234732Z
CREATED:20200513T234732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234732Z
UID:101997-1605772800-1606150800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition\, the goal of this form of Christian prayer is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of Centering Prayer.  On this weekend\, those who have had an introductory workshop can develop further the discipline of Centering Prayer in order to deepen their relationship with God.  There will be extended periods of Centering Prayer and shared Lectio Divina.  The weekend will be spent in silence.  Prerequisite:  Introduction to Centering Prayer. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center\, 916 Convent Road\, AL\, 35055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201121T123000
DTSTAMP:20201006T161821Z
CREATED:20201006T161821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T161821Z
UID:108897-1605945600-1605961800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:“Blessed” Silent Saturday with Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI
DESCRIPTION:Shepherd of the Hills UMC Mission Viejo\, CA Centering Prayer Ministry invites you to attend\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2020 ✢ 9am – 12:30 pm Pacific Time \nBut blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord\, whose confidence is in him.\nThey will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream.\nIt does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green.\nIt has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit. \n– Jeremiah 17:7-8 \nOur online retreat includes; two sessions with Fr. Bill\, Q and A\, and three Centering Prayer sessions.\nNew to Centering Prayer? No experience required\, simply the desire to “Be still and know that I am God” Ps 46:10. \nRegistration is limited and required.\nPlease register online at:\nhttps://sothumc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/73/responses/new \n$10.00 donation (For Fr. Bill’s Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate) \nThe Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants prior to November 21st. \nQuestions? jyamada@sothumc.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/blessed-silent-saturday-with-fr-bill-sheehan-omi/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Yamada":MAILTO:jillprays@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201203T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201206T160000
DTSTAMP:20200921T205715Z
CREATED:20200921T205715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T205715Z
UID:108689-1607011200-1607270400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Weekend Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Our weekend intensive retreat presents an ideal opportunity to experience the embrace of nature and the grace of silence. The weekend includes periods of Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and time for solitude. This retreat is beneficial for those who have a consistent Centering Prayer practice. The retreat house is located in the foothills and surrounded by panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. The beautiful grounds offer the perfect setting for solitude\, reflection\, and prayer. \nLet us know if you need access to handicapped facilities or require a room on the first floor for medical necessity or inability to climb stairs. We will provide if at all possible. \nRetreatants must be COVID-19 symptom-free for a minimum of two weeks prior to arrival. If you develop symptoms and need to cancel\, we will gladly provide a refund. In addition\, the retreat house is committed to keeping retreatants healthy and safe. To find out more information\, go to the Sacred Heart Retreat Coronavirus Update Page. \nPlease see the website link provided for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-weekend-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat Center\, 4801 North Highway 67\, Sedalia\, CO\, 80135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201206T110000
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SUMMARY:Advent Retreat: Incarnation as Practice – A Time of Rest\, Renewal\, Embodiment and Stillness
DESCRIPTION:During this three-day retreat\, we will practice Incarnation through intentional silence\, solitude\, listening\, resting and stillness. This retreat is about spaciousness – giving ourselves over to extended\, open time just to be with God in prayer\, in nature\, in walking\, music\, reading and the silent company of others on retreat. It is an invitation to lay down our ordinary life to experience the extraordinary right-now presence of God during this sacred time of the year. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Pamela Begeman and will include periods of Centering Prayer\, music as a vestibule to prayer\, simple prayerful gestures\, Lectio Divina\, optional soul-friending and time for reflection and journaling. \nPamela is a commissioned presenter of both Centering Prayer and the Welcoming Prayer. She co-creates and facilitates many of the Contemplative Outreach world-wide online retreats\, programs and publications. \nRegistration is required to receive the Zoom connections.  Please see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-incarnation-as-practice-a-time-of-rest-renewal-embodiment-and-stillness/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach San Antonio (COSA)":MAILTO:info@cosa-contemplatvieoutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201203T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201207T110000
DTSTAMP:20201111T184512Z
CREATED:20201110T173623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T184512Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Online Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Mary Dwyer leads a 3-day home retreat via Zoom with Centering Prayer\, conferences and soul friending. It begins Thursday evening and finishes Sunday morning. \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-online-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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