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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer: Weekend Immersion - Deepening the Contemplative Dimension of Life
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will focus on Centering Prayer and the integration of consent in our lives. There will be communal Centering Prayer sessions each day. We will explore attentiveness to the wholeness of our being and open to the knowledge and presence resident in our bodies. Centering Prayer will open us to a deepening felt sense of presence. We will explore the calling to live into a higher mode of consciousness\, one of abundance and liberation. This invocation comes with responsibility to remove the obstacles we have in us which arise from the addictive and reactive structures that restrict our growth. \nWe will meet for Centering Prayer sessions and brief presentations with each session. In addition to reflection and prayer\, you will be invited to practice attention throughout the weekend. We assume that participants have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. \nThis retreat is a collaboration between the Contemplative Outreach Chicago and Connecticut Chapters. In the Chicago area\, the retreat is in person at the La Salle Manor Retreat Center. Alan Krema\, CO-Chicago\, and Mike Smoolca\, CO-Connecticut\, will be the presenters with Frank Pendola as chant leader. The Connecticut area will hold their in-person retreat at Holy Family Retreat Center. The two in-person sites will be connected via Zoom conference. Alan Krema’s presentation will be virtual via Zoom to Holy Family Retreat Center and Mike Smoolca’s presentation will be virtual via Zoom to La Salle Manor. This registration form is for the Chicago area in-person participants or virtual attendees using Zoom. \nIn the Chicago area\, the retreat will be held at the La Salle Manor Retreat Center\, 12480 Galena Rd\, Plano\, Illinois. The retreat center is 55 miles southwest of Chicago. \nThe retreat offers three options:\n1) Overnight lodger which includes room and board at the retreat center for 2 nights;\n2) Commuter includes three meals and use of the retreat’s facilities during the retreat;\n3) Virtual Attendee (via Zoom) participates remotely in the retreat via Zoom meeting. \nNote all times are in Central Time Zone.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-immersion-deepening-the-contemplative-dimension-of-life/
LOCATION:La Salle Manor Retreat Center\, 12480 Galena Rd\, Plano\, IL\, 60545\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Krema":MAILTO:alkrema@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:9-Day Advanced Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:At the time of the retreat\, we will adapt to circumstances as needed. We are prepared to offer this retreat either online or residentially at the Mercy Center. In either case\, you will have the option to stay at the Mercy Center. \nPre-requisite: Prior attendance at an 8-10 day Intensive I Retreat (offered in March)\nOR Read the following three books by Thomas Keating:\nOpen Mind Open Heart\nThe Human Condition\nInvitation to Love \nThis retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Advanced Intensive II and Post Intensive. You choose the track that works best for you. For everyone\, there will be three sets of two-30 minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. Advanced Intensive II will watch video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey\, focusing 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. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative service will be offered daily\, as well as optional individual meetings with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in silence. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Marty Badgett\, and Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat-2/
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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SUMMARY:The Divine Feminine  and the Transformation of Consciousness
DESCRIPTION:HYBRID RETREAT October 15-17\, 2021 Starts 10 am Friday and ends 12 pm Sunday\n$300 Online / $350 on site at Mercy Center in Burlingame\, CA \nIn the practice of Centering Prayer we open ourselves to God in the unknown places of ourselves\, to the unloading of the unconscious mind\, each time we give our consent to the presence and action of the Holy Spirit. This willingness to say “yes” to the darkness\, “the cloud of unknowing”\, prepares us to receive self-knowledge\, to see reality more clearly for ourselves and for others in the light of awakening to truth. \nIn our Christian heritage we venerate Mary\, the God-bearer\, who enters the unknown to bring forth life giving fruit for the world. She sometimes appears as swarthy or coal black as an invitation to welcome our shadow so that we too may bring forth our gifts for the benefit of the cosmos and realize our wholeness – that we are both darkness and light. Embracing the dark feminine in ourselves roots us in our true nature and generates wellbeing for ourselves and our planet. \nRetreat Leaders:\n\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 she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nHow will the hybrid retreat work?\nYou are invited to join us from your own home OR AT MERCY CENTER in Burlingame as we practice integrating prayer with our life\, in our circumstances as they are. Teaching sessions will include experiential\, participatory\, and embodied exercises to draw us more deeply into the healing\, contemplative space. Breaks will be provided for further integration. \nProgram Features\n•	Live Online Centering Prayer Sessions – Join via Zoom (at Mercy Center or at home) at scheduled times or practice on your own.\n•	Live Online Teaching Sessions by Rev. Amber Sturgess. Join us live via Zoom (at Mercy Center or at home) or view recordings at a later time.\n•	Live Online or in-person Small Groups – for experiential processing (not recorded). \nYou can participate in one of three ways:\n1)	From home online. The retreat is designed so that you can choose as much or as little of it as fits in your life\, on any given day.\n2)	In person at Mercy Center\, participating online from your laptop in your own room and enjoying the beauty and peace of the grounds. There will be opportunity for some participation in live groups on site\, or you can participate entirely online.  \nEverything will be on Zoom so we’ll all be sharing the retreat no matter where we are. We trust that God’s love surrounds all of it\, all of us\, exactly as we are.   \nCOVID Protocol is still in place at Mercy Center\, and everyone entering the building must be fully vaccinated\, and wear masks in all common areas indoors except when eating. For this reason\, it is important to also include the following in your packing:\n1)	A record of having been vaccinated\n2)	At least one mask\n3)	Hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is provided by the Center\, but it helps if you will also bring your own.\nFor more information about Mercy Center’s COVID protocols\, please click on the link below.\n  Guest Protocol – Mercy Center Burlingame (mercy-center.org) \nPlease register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-divine-feminine-and-the-transformation-of-consciousness/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Burlingame\, 2300 Adeline Drive\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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SUMMARY:Visio/Lectio Divina
DESCRIPTION:Mary Kay Laplante\, of Bethany Retreat Center\, and Beth Graboski\, of Contemplative Outreach\, will\noffer a workshop/retreat combining the ancient practices of Visio Divina and Lectio Divina. Visio\nDivina (Divine Seeing) is a way of drawing closer to God through meditation on visual objects. It is an\nintentional way of praying with images. Mary Kay will offer an informative lecture and practicum using\nher beautifully hand-painted religious icons as images to be contemplated in this prayer form.\nBeth Graboski will introduce you to the ancient practice of praying with Scripture known as Lectio\nDivina (Divine Reading)\, one of the great treasures of the Christian tradition of prayer. Lectio Divina\nreveals the four senses of Scripture-the literal\, the allegorical\, the moral/behavioral and the unitive in\na Spirit-led\, transformative experience of relationship with the Divine. Come and let the Spirit speak to\nyour heart as you “see” and “hear” scripture revealed through these ancient prayer forms. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/visio-lectio-divina/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211029T160000
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SUMMARY:Six-Day Centering Prayer Retreat:  Intensive & Post-Intensive
DESCRIPTION:The retreat will provide an opportunity to deepen one’s practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. All participants observe silence from the opening to the closing of the retreat. The retreat leaders are Susan Rush and Nick Cole. \nThe retreat will be held at the Claggett Retreat Center in Adamston\, MD. The Center is nestled in the rolling hills of Frederick County on 268 wooded acres with a working farm and fantastic views\, yet only an hour’s drive from three international airports. Lodging will be in the Christiane Inn; a range of dietary needs can be accommodated. (For details and directions\, visit: https://www.claggettcenter.org.) \nThe retreat begins with dinner on Sunday\, October 24\, 2021 and closes Friday after lunch\, October 29\, 2021. The fee of $690 includes the retreat\, meals and overnight accommodations in a single room with full bath. Some double rooms are available for $625 per person\, if you already have a roommate. \nA $125.00 non-refundable deposit is required with registration. Full payment is due September 12\, 2021. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. You may register online or by mail. Click on website link below for retreat details and registration.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/six-day-centering-prayer-retreat-intensive-post-intensive/
LOCATION:Claggett Conference Center\, 3035 Buckeystown Pike\, Buckeystown\, MD\, 21717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzi Kindervatter":MAILTO:skindervatter@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:7-Day Silent Directed Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Receive the healing and transforming grace of seven days with God\, savoring the silence and prayer that open your whole being to God’s Word and Presence. Daily liturgy\, spiritual direction and optional Centering Prayer periods are included. \nFor more information\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/7-day-silent-directed-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Francis House of Prayer\, 84 Walnford Road\, Allentown\, NJ\, 08501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Marcy Springer%2C SSJ":MAILTO:FHOP@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211025T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211030T170000
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SUMMARY:The Cloud of Unknowing 5-day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep contemplative journey into The Cloud of Unknowing. This 14th-century work is the basis for the method and practice of Centering Prayer. During this 5-day retreat\, with the writings of The Cloud of Unknowing as our guide\, Doug Laplante will lead an exploration into five key elements of the spiritual journey: spiritual growth\, humility\, dealing with thoughts\, intention\, and unity. This retreat is designed for participants with a well-established Centering Prayer practice. Through a combination of prayer and contemplative dialogue we will delve deeply into the teachings of “The Cloud…” that have changed countless lives and lead directly to a deepening relationship with God. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-cloud-of-unknowing-5-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Retreat Center":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:At the Edge of Waiting: Centering Prayer and Celtic Spirituality - Online
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Carl McColman \nJoin us for an online retreat day where we will explore the connections between Celtic wisdom and contemplative spirituality! Celtic Christianity — the poetic and earth-positive spirituality of Ireland\, Scotland\, and Wales — has long been appreciated as one of the most beautiful expressions of faith in the western world. The Celts had a mystical sense of God’s abiding presence that was expressed through the venerations of holy wells and other sacred sites\, stories of remarkable saints who lived in deep harmony with nature\, and profound spirituality with roots in the ancient wisdom of the desert mothers and fathers. Our time together will celebrate Celtic spirituality in the light of the practice of Centering Prayer — which also has roots in the desert and remains a profound doorway into the ordinary mystical life. We will pay special attention to the Irish understanding of contemplation\, which will bring us to a deeper appreciation of the silent beauty of Centering Prayer. \nCarl McColman is the author of numerous contemplative books\, including “An Invitation to Celtic Wisdom\,” “The Big Book of Christian Mysticism\,” and “Eternal Heart.” Carl co-facilitates a Centering Prayer group in Decatur\, Georgia\, and is a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer Introductory Workshops.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/at-the-edge-of-waiting-centering-prayer-and-celtic-spirituality-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211031T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211102T180000
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SUMMARY:Fall Triduum Wisdom Retreat - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:The Mercy Center Centering Prayer Program presents:\nFall Triduum Wisdom Retreat\nONLINE 3 Evenings\nSunday October 31st\, Monday November 1st and Tuesday November 2nd\, 2021 4:30-6:00 pm\, USA Pacific Time \n“In the quiet\, brown time of the year\, these fall Triduum days are an invitation to do the profound inner work: to face our shadows and deep fears (death being for most people the scariest of all)\, to taste that in ourselves which already lies beyond death\, drink at its fountain\, then to move back into our lives again\, both humbled and steadied in that which lies beyond both light and dark\, beyond both life and death. What better tilling of the inner soil for the mystery of the Incarnation\, which lies just ahead?” — Cynthia Bourgeault \nWe often focus on spring’s Paschal Triduum\, from dusk on Holy Thursday through dusk on Easter Sunday\, as a chance to move inward and journey with Christ through our own passage of death to life\, the process at the heart of the Christian wisdom tradition of dying before you die. It has become a sacred three days to enter the heart of this mystery. But there is another sacred Triduum available for us to focus on this invitation and it lies in the fall between Halloween\, All Saints\, and All Souls. \nThis wisdom retreat is for anyone who desires to allow these three days in the dark and soft stillness of autumn to make space for profound inner work\, enabling us to continue through winter with a renewed connection to our divine resilience. Through the practices of silence\, inner listening\, lectio divina\, welcoming\, body prayer\, chant\, and reflection we will explore the themes of:\n• welcoming our shadows\n• connecting to the mystical communion of Saints and ancestors\n• mourning what has been lost\n• accessing a deeper source of strength and courage to move from in our lives \nFor those of you who are drawn\, we will come together to engage this holy work not only for ourselves but as an offering to the world. \nPlease register using the link below. \nRetreat Leader: Heather Ruce\, M.A. is a wisdom spiritual director with a background as a therapist and training in a neurophysiology based approach to trauma resolution. She loves working with individuals as well as facilitating groups and retreats focused on learning and practicing the Wisdom Tradition.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/fall-triduum-wisdom-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:20211106T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211106T160000
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SUMMARY:Praying with Jesus - Online
DESCRIPTION:The Mercy Center Centering Prayer Program presents:\nPraying with Jesus \nONLINE Saturday November 6\, 2021\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM USA Pacific Time \nThe prayer that is commonly known as The Lord’s Prayer is one that many of us know by heart. But there is more power and depth to this prayer when it is approached from its Aramaic roots. This day of prayer will draw upon the work of Neil Douglas-Klotz to help us experience a deeper power in the words of Jesus — words that draw us into the heart of Jesus\, the heart of all creation. \nPlease register using the link below. \nRetreat Leader: Henry Schoenfield\, MDiv is a spiritual director\, UCC pastor\, and certified professional coach. As a spiritual seeker\, he draws from different spiritual traditions while being firmly rooted in the Contemplative Christian path. He loves working with individuals and groups as they discover more deeply how God is loving them and leading them to live out God’s love in the world.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/praying-with-jesus-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T113000
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SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer retreat via Zoom from Hawaiʻi
DESCRIPTION:A particular blessing for busy\, active people\, we are invited to pause and just be in the presence of God. All are welcome to this mini silent retreat. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome and honored. Books on the Spiritual Journey will be available for purchase and loan. No registration required. Join us every third Saturday of every month! \nClick on the following link to join the Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09 \nMeeting ID: 921 8585 4158\, Password: 730086 \nJoin by phone: +1 669 900 6833 \nThird Saturday of Every Month\nAll times are Hawaiʻi Standard times ( UTC -10) \n9:00 — 9:15 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 — 9:45 Centering Prayer\n9:45 — 9:55 Meditation walk (break)\n9: 55 — 10:25 Centering Prayer\n10:25 —10:45 Guided Welcoming Prayer\n10:45 —11:15 Centering Prayer\n11:15 —11:30 Prayers for community Closing \nNext event December 18\, 2021
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-retreat-via-zoom-from-hawai%ca%bbi-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="contemplative outreach hawaii":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211126T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211130T130000
DTSTAMP:20211117T161114Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat\, 5-days; Subiaco Monastery\, Subiaco\, Arkansas
DESCRIPTION:Consider giving yourself the GIFT of a Centering Prayer Retreat at Subiaco Monastery\, November 26- 30\, 2021. \nThe retreat will have ample periods of SILENCE\, three prayer/meditation periods per day\, and some teaching on the TRANSFORMATION of the false self. The Monastery/Retreat Center location is a pastoral setting in the Arkansas River Valley. \nCOST: private room- $350.00; shared room- $250.00; a $50.00 NON-refundable deposit is required at time of registration.\nREGISTRATION: call Retreat Center- (479) 934-1290 to reserve your place. \nLEADER: Nick Cole\, who has staffed retreats in Colorado and Arkansas since 1993. He was mentored by Thomas Keating\, Patricia Johnson\, Mary Ann Matheson\, AND all the retreatants he has served. If you have questions for Nick\, he may be reached at (970) 275-1170 and/or: ngcole42@gmail.com\nA retreat is a wonderful way to strengthen a meditation practice. Retreatants will be best served by having a daily practice of Centering Prayer/meditation prior to attending. \nARRIVAL: Between 3- 5pm on Friday\, November 26\, 2021. Supper at 6pm. Opening Circle at 7pm.\nDEPARTURE: After lunch on Tuesday\, November 30\, 2021.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-5-days-subiaco-monastery-subiaco-arkansas/
LOCATION:Subiaco Monastery\, 405 N. Subiaco Ave.\, Subiaco\, AR\, 72865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nicholas Cole":MAILTO:ngcole42@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211202T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211205T110000
DTSTAMP:20211025T203304Z
CREATED:20211025T203304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T203304Z
UID:118590-1638471600-1638702000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Retreat: Incarnation as Practice - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This online retreat is an entry into an intentional Advent where we are invited to pause\, listen\, reflect\, and be renewed in our relationship with the Indwelling Presence through prayerful\, silence\, solitude and community. \nDuring 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. The retreat will include periods of Centering Prayer\, music as a vestibule to prayer\, simple prayerful gestures\, Lectio Divina\, optional soul-friending and lots of open time offline for reflection\, resting\, journaling\, art-making or whatever stimulates your child-like wonder. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Pamela Begeman. Pamela is a commissioned presenter of both Centering Prayer and the Welcoming Prayer. She co-creates and facilitates many of the Contemplative Outreach worldwide online retreats\, programs and publications. She is also one of the creators and editors of The Contemplative Life Program\, a series of 40-day booklets on contemplative practices and dispositions. Her daily spiritual practices root her in the present and Presence while being an active wife\, mother and professional. Pamela coordinates communications\, technology and programs for the international office of Contemplative Outreach and lives in Austin\, Texas. She also serves on the steering committee of The Meditation Chapel\, a Zoom-enabled worldwide prayer chapel for people of all practices and spiritual traditions. \nThe retreat is free\, with a suggested donation of $40.  Please register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-incarnation-as-practice-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach San Antonio (COSA)":MAILTO:info@cosa-contemplatvieoutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211205T170000
DTSTAMP:20211020T200010Z
CREATED:20211020T200010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T200010Z
UID:118529-1638522000-1638723600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Fullness of Love: An Advent Wisdom Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-day in-person Advent retreat exploring Mary’s relationship to Jesus as a hidden-in-plain-sight illumination of the Christian path of engaged non-attachment. \nFollowing the Gospel texts and the poetry of Khalil Gibran\, we will discover Mary’s robust and courageous embodiment as a joy-filled teaching and invitation to shelter\, germinate\, release\, and sow the seeds of Christ in our own lives as service to the whole. \nRetreat includes co-teaching from Rev. Jonathan Steele and Fr. Benjamin Thomas\, guided contemplative exercises\, and a general Benedictine structure of Ora et Labora including shared silence/Centering Prayer sits-with a closing eucharist celebration on Sunday afternoon. \nThis retreat will take place in person from Friday\, December 3\, 2021 through Sunday\, December 5\, 2021 at Mustang Island Conference Center in Corpus Christi\, Texas. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-fullness-of-love-an-advent-wisdom-retreat/
LOCATION:Mustang Island Conference Center\, Port Aransas\, Texas\, 6981 TX-361\, Port Aransas\, TX\, 78373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Origin + Omega":MAILTO:contact@origin-omega.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211205T120000
DTSTAMP:20211123T152428Z
CREATED:20211123T152428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T152428Z
UID:119619-1638547200-1638705600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Leaning Into Blessing: A Silent Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Mercy Center Centering Prayer Program presents: \nLeaning Into Blessing:\nAn Advent Silent Retreat \nDecember 3-5\, 2021 Starts 4 pm Friday and ends 12 pm Sunday (lunch provided afterwards) on site at Mercy Center in Burlingame\, CA.\nRegistration: $300 (includes retreat\, accommodations\, and meals) \n“The season of Advent means there is something on the horizon the likes of which we have never seen before…So stay. Sit. Linger. Tarry. Ponder. Wait. Behold. Wonder. There will be time enough for running. For rushing. For worrying. For pushing. For now\, stay. Wait. Something is on the horizon.” ―Jan L. Richardson \nAdvent is a season rich with anticipation as we prepare to honor the incarnation of the person of Jesus: he revealed to the world a life rooted in the heart\, at the intersection of time and timelessness. Alongside Mary\, pregnant with the Christ\, we enter the dark and soft stillness of winter; ripening with the blessing of generating the Christ in our own embodied lives. As we lean into the blessing\, cultivating our own deep “yes” parallel to Mary’s\, we have the opportunity to carry forth tending to the horizontal demands of the season from a profound fullness. Slowing and staying awake to the true meaning of this season\, we break the habitual excess of commercial consumerism\, instead offering the fruits of our awakened hearts. \nJoin us as we lean into the blessing\, sitting and lingering in the quiet\, readying our hearts to enter Christmas with humility\, compassion\, and great love; that we may offer what is needed. \nRetreat Leaders: \nHeather Ruce\, M.A. is a wisdom spiritual director with a background as a therapist and training in a neurophysiology based approach to trauma resolution. She loves working with individuals as well as facilitating groups and retreats focused on learning and practicing the Wisdom Tradition. \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 she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nPlease register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474 \nWe are planning a spacious schedule so that you will have time to walk the beautiful Mercy grounds\, and to do other deeply relaxing practices that we’ll talk about. Bring a journal and pen if you like. There is a lovely craft room at Mercy Center but bring additional art supplies if you prefer. \nCOVID Protocol is still in place at Mercy Center\, and everyone entering the building must be fully vaccinated\, and wear masks in all common areas indoors except when eating. For this reason\, it is important to also include the following in your packing:\n1) A record of having been vaccinated\n2) At least one mask\n3) Hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is provided by the Center\, but it helps if you will also bring your own.\nFor more information about Mercy Center’s COVID protocols\, please click on the link below.\nGuest Protocol – Mercy Center Burlingame (mercy-center.org)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/leaning-into-blessing-a-silent-advent-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Burlingame\, 2300 Adeline Drive\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T120000
DTSTAMP:20211111T223331Z
CREATED:20211109T185949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211111T223331Z
UID:119152-1638604800-1638619200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:In Person – Advent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As the busyness of the Advent and holiday season approaches\, nourish your spirit with a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence.\nThe morning provides time for communal prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling and reflection\, and ends with a period of Lectio Divina.\nThis event is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. All are welcome. \nFor those new to Centering Prayer or wanting a review of the method\,\na brief introduction will be given at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time. \nWe’re sorry\, we are not accepting walk-ins at this time\nPlease be prepared to show current proof of Covid-19 vaccination or proof of negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of Dec 4th\nREGISTER ONLINE AT www.hsrcenter.com under 1 Day Retreats by Dec. 3\nFor more information\, email pbcurreysd@gmail.com\nAll donations gratefully received
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/in-person-advent-silent-saturday/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:pcurreysd@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T120000
DTSTAMP:20210815T014357Z
CREATED:20210628T202301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210815T014357Z
UID:114844-1638608400-1638619200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As the season of Advent 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 time for communal prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling and reflection and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. Please register at hrscenter.com by December 3rd. A donation is gratefully appreciated.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-silent-saturday/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:cpandsd@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211213
DTSTAMP:20210102T011358Z
CREATED:20200914T234714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210102T011358Z
UID:108578-1639008000-1639353599@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Weekend Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:December 9-12\, 2021 \nAdvent is a season of waiting\, listening\, and watching for God to move in unexpected ways in our lives and world. This retreat will explore the familiar characters of the Advent story from a contemplative perspective. How can these people of old invite us into a deeper contemplative stance in our advent journey? Together we will look at the contemplative invitations of the prophets\, angels\, shepherds\, sages\, the innkeeper and Herod\, Joseph\, Mary\, and Jesus as patterns for contemplative advent journey. \nPresenter: Rev. Dr. Shawn Kafader \nPlease see the website link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-advent-retreat/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, 5637 Erie St\, 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=UTC:20211210T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211212T120000
DTSTAMP:20211117T221716Z
CREATED:20211117T221716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T221716Z
UID:118536-1639155600-1639310400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Patience of Mary – Advent 2021
DESCRIPTION:“Letting go of what is \,to welcome what is to come…” Join us for “The Patience of Mary” December 10-12 to welcome Advent in person at the grounds of the beautiful\, contemplative Shalom Spirituality Center nestled quietly among the trees in the center of Dubuque\, Iowa. \nYou will have the opportunity to ponder the Mystery of Christ’s coming\, to go deep in the Silence and prayer opening your whole begin to God’s Word and Presence. Spacious opportunities will be available to walk in quiet wooded areas\, enjoy silence in ample Centering Prayer periods alone or in group settings\, ponder Scripture deeply through a newly developed multi-media Lectio Divina\, experience yoga prayer movements\, and relax with massage therapy available to you. Enjoy nutritious\, lovingly made delicious meals and comfortable\, spacious rooms for the event. Early bird rates are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-patience-of-mary-advent-2021/
LOCATION:Shalom Spirituality Center\, 1001 Davis Street\, Dubuque\, IA\, IA\, 52001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211210T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211212T170000
DTSTAMP:20210720T165210Z
CREATED:20210720T165210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T165210Z
UID:115335-1639155600-1639328400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This three-day retreat will focus on how Centering prayer can heighten one’s understanding and appreciation for the season of Advent. \nSee the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211211T090000
DTSTAMP:20211203T151734Z
CREATED:20211203T151734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T151734Z
UID:118320-1639213200-1639213200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:“No Room” Advent Silent Saturday Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 11\, 2021 9:00 am Pacific Standard Time \nFrom Luke Chapter 2\nJoseph went to Bethlehem to be registered with Mary\, to whom he was engaged\, she was with child. The time came for her to deliver. She gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth\, and laid him in a manger\, because there was …. no room for them in the inn. \nPlease register using the link below. Free will offering. The Zoom link will be emailed prior to Dec. 11\, 2021. \nQuestions? Please email Jill Yamada: jyamada@sothumc.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/no-room-advent-silent-saturday-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Yamada":MAILTO:jillprays@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T150000
DTSTAMP:20211115T203809Z
CREATED:20211115T203809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T203809Z
UID:119443-1639216800-1639234800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Contemplative Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Puget Sound North is pleased to be able to offer our ninth Advent Retreat – and it will be in person! The retreat will once again be held at the beautiful Peace and Spirituality Center at Saint Mary on the Lake in Bellevue Saturday\, December 11th. \nThe day will blend periods of Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, Musica Divina and Visio Divina-a restorative blend of silence\, prayer\, reflection\, art and music. You’ll have opportunities to connect with other contemplatives and to deepen your personal practice. \nOur host facility\, in accord with state regulations and to protect our health\, will require all of us to show proof of vaccination on entry and to wear a mask\, except when we’re eating. In order to maintain safe spacing and to create a restful environment to access the riches of the Advent season\, registrations will be limited. Prompt registration is recommended! \nYou can register via mail with a check\, or directly online using PayPal\, accessible via https://copugetsound-north.org/9th-advent-retreat/ \nTime: 10 am to 3 pm\nSaturday\, December 11th\n(arrival at 9:30 recommended) \nLocation: The Peace and Spirituality Center\, St. Mary on the Lake\, Bellevue. \nRetreat Registration: $30 in person; including handouts\, beverages and pre-retreat snacks. You will be able to pre-order a boxed lunch\, or bring your own food for lunch. There will be storage space in the Center’s refrigerator. Full details will be sent upon receipt of your registration. \nRegister Now for the In-Person Retreat-$30 \n…if you choose to register by mail\, simply send a check payable to COPSN\,\nat 19920 NE 30th Court\, Sammamish WA 98074.\nand supply the following information: \nName \nAddress \nEmail Address \nTelephone Number \nI and ___ other(s) wish to attend
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-contemplative-advent-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s on the Lake Peace and Spirituality Center\, 1663 Killarney Way\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Puget Sound North":MAILTO:jeffrenner3@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211214T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211217T140000
DTSTAMP:20210902T190118Z
CREATED:20210902T190118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T190118Z
UID:116965-1639490400-1639749600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer: Lectio Divina and the Four Senses of Scripture
DESCRIPTION:This Praying Holy Scripture in-person retreat at Holy Cross Monastery in the Hudson Valley\, NY 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. We will experience scripture by praying different translations of Mary’s hymn of praise: the Magnificat. 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\, December 14. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 7:15pm. The retreat concludes with noon meal Friday\, December 17. Suggested donation for the retreat is $385 (including a non-refundable deposit). The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. The Guest House requires all guests to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and the wearing of face masks during group gatherings. \nRegister with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 3002 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. If you have questions about the content of the retreat please contact the retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net. \nOur Retreat 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.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lectio-divina-and-the-four-senses-of-scripture/
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=UTC:20211218T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211218T113000
DTSTAMP:20211108T165158Z
CREATED:20211108T165158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T165158Z
UID:118945-1639818000-1639827000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer retreat via Zoom from Hawaiʻi
DESCRIPTION:A particular blessing for busy\, active people\, we are invited to pause and just be in the presence of God. All are welcome to this mini-silent retreat. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome and honored. Books on the Spiritual Journey will be available for purchase and loan. No registration required. Join us every third Saturday of every month! \nClick on the following link to join the Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09 \nMeeting ID: 921 8585 4158\, Password: 730086 \nJoin by phone: +1 669 900 6833 \nThird Saturday of Every Month\nAll times are Hawaiʻi Standard times ( UTC -10) \nMorning of Prayer \n9:00 — 9:15 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 — 9:45 Centering Prayer\n9:45 — 9:55 Meditation walk (break)\n9: 55 — 10:25 Centering Prayer\n10:25 —10:45 Guided Welcoming Prayer\n10:45 —11:15 Centering Prayer\n11:15 —11:30 Prayers for community  and closing \nNext event January 15\, 2021
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-retreat-via-zoom-from-hawai%ca%bbi/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T120000
DTSTAMP:20211115T220941Z
CREATED:20211115T220941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T220941Z
UID:119452-1639818000-1639828800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Icons as Portals for Unlocking the Contemplative Heart via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Led by Mary Atalo\, a half-day retreat sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington. \nIcons\, as opposed to paintings\, are considered as “writings of the heart” which open the contemplative to “Behold” the Glory of the Lord. Many paintings can aid in our “seeing\,” but icons allow us to “behold.” In our contemplative prayer\, first through a silent “gazing” at the image in Visio Divina\, another realm begins to appear which lures us to step beyond the gaze into the ineffable realm of the Divine\, where “Beholding” is the work of silence.” This “Beholding” transfigures the way we see the world\, how we act in it\, and conveys the great hope of God’s enduring love and wisdom as promised in the Covenant of Peace. \nIn this mini retreat\, we will practice contemplative “Beholding” through Visio Divina of icons from the ancient Orthodox Akathistos Hymn\, The O Antiphons\, The Litany of Loretto\, and the Old Testament Wisdom Books. We shall see that there are really two Christmas stories of Incarnation occurring during this season: one occurring in time and space as the incarnation of Christ; another occurring in eternity\, as the incarnation of the Divine. We will follow the Contemplative Outreach guidelines for Visio Divina. \nRev. Dr. Mary Atalo is an Archpriest of the Wisdom tradition in the independent Catholic Apostolic Church of Antioch\, and Associate Dean of Sophia Divinity School\, the Church’s distant learning Seminary. She is the rector of a newly formed church\, “Our Lady of the Bridge” in Union Bridge\, MD\, a sacramental and contemplative community in the Christian mystical tradition. She had a former 30-year career as an oceanographer\, and seeks to bridge science and religion. In 2020\, she led the COMW Advent mini-retreat\, and has been an advocate of the contemplative prayer practices of Fr. Thomas Keating and Fr. William Meninger in daily life.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/icons-as-portals-for-unlocking-the-contemplative-heart-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast
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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:20220107T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220114T110000
DTSTAMP:20211206T210722Z
CREATED:20210720T165415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T210722Z
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SUMMARY:Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Eight-Day Centering Prayer retreat on the beautiful grounds and accommodations of St. Mary’s Sewanee. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n*Registration is now closed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220116T160000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Summit
DESCRIPTION:Organized and hosted by Keith Kristich\, this two-day Centering Prayer Summit is an opportunity to learn from 10 Centering Prayer teachers. \nJoin the Summit presenters:\n– David Frenette\n– Mary Dwyer\n– Rich Lewis\n– Nhien Vuong\n– Colleen Mae & more!\n– Fr. Carl Arico \nCynthia Bourgeault & Ted Jones will be offering the Keynote on  “The Evolving Consciousness of Thomas Keating.” \nJanuary 15 & 16\, 2022- see the link below for all details!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-summit/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220123T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220130T100000
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SUMMARY:7-Day Silent Directed Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Receive the healing and transforming grace of seven days with God\, savoring the silence and prayer that open your whole being to God’s Word and Presence. Daily liturgy\, spiritual direction and optional Centering Prayer periods are included. \nFor more information\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/7-day-silent-directed-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Francis House of Prayer\, 84 Walnford Road\, Allentown\, NJ\, 08501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Marcy Springer%2C SSJ":MAILTO:FHOP@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220214T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220220T130000
DTSTAMP:20211222T192447Z
CREATED:20210720T204654Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Intensive/Post Intensive 7-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:An intensive retreat offers silence and solitude with periods of Centering Prayer in community each day and video presentations by Thomas Keating that support Centering Prayer. A Centering Prayer post-intensive retreat offers a deeper silence and is for those who have made an intensive retreat. \nDownload the brochure here for further information and registration.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-intensive-post-intensive-7-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Knobs Haven Retreat Center\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sharon Allen":MAILTO:sksallen13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220219T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220219T120000
DTSTAMP:20220203T211144Z
CREATED:20220203T211144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T211144Z
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SUMMARY:“God is Love\,  the Heart of All Creation” via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Keating with Carl J. Arico\nVideo and Discussion hosted by Benedicte Vibe Christensen \nThe video series God is Love\, The Heart of All Creation was filmed in Snowmass\, CO\, in 2013. Carl Arico interviewed Thomas Keating about a variety of topics from cosmology\, divine/human evolution\, and unity consciousness\, to silence and centering prayer. Thomas Keating considered this video series as Part 8 in his foundational Spiritual Journey series. \nThis half-day retreat—the first in a series of two retreats—will focus on two segments: Prologue on cosmology and the human evolution. Thomas Keating explains how scientific discoveries have led us to a new cosmology based on our evolving understanding of God and how the Universe was created. \nThis half-day retreat includes periods of Centering Prayer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/god-is-love-the-heart-of-all-creation-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
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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