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SUMMARY:The Deserts Roots of Contemplative Prayer: Emptiness\, Silence & Hiddenness of Self - in person and via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Belden C. Lane\, Ph.D. has long been fascinated by the relationship between geography and spirituality—asking how the place we live has an effect on our perception of the spiritual life. The desert\, for example\, is a place of scarcity\, silence\, and the deep solitude of the heart. It’s what drew the Desert Fathers and Mothers to the Egyptian desert in the 4th century. This is where the practice of contemplative prayer had its beginnings. We’ll look at three themes in the stories told by the early desert monks: the simplicity of language\, radical forgiveness\, and hiddenness of the self. \nThis event is in person and via Zoom. It will include a time of Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the link below to register. Donations are welcomed!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-deserts-roots-of-contemplative-prayer-emptiness-silence-hiddenness-of-self-in-person-and-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast,Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis.":MAILTO:cost.louisinformation@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T113000
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CREATED:20240617T202106Z
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SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey Program for Young Contemplatives (weekly) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the COL Young Contemplatives community for weekly gatherings exploring the essential teachings of Thomas Keating. \nThe Spiritual Journey program is a series of teachings structured in five parts. The program consists of 100 videos\, all of which are accessible online.\nThese teachings provide a backbone for the contemplative life and the psychological background for the work of Centering Prayer in the formation of our spiritual lives. \nBeginning Saturday\, July 13th 2024 and each Saturday after\, facilitators from our Young Contemplatives community will hold space for our 40s and under community to journey together through the program. \nEach Saturday for one hour\, 10:30am – 11:30am (Eastern Time US) a facilitator will guide a small group through the program. The hour will consist of a short Centering Prayer sit\, viewing of the video teaching from the week’s session\, followed by a time of faith sharing and discussion around the week’s themes. \nThese are open\, drop-in meetings. No pre-registration is required. Anyone is welcome to join as often as possible! We recognize it may not be feasible to come every Saturday but do encourage you to follow along with the sessions\, viewing the videos for the previous week(s) you may have missed. \nWe ask that those who join do so with their camera-on. The Zoom space will be monitored by the facilitator(s) to create a sacred and safe space. If you are not able to be fully present and participatory with your camera on we kindly ask that you complete the session on your own and join us another week! \nClick here to join the Zoom sessions.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-spiritual-journey-program-for-young-contemplatives-weekly-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240617T201358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T201756Z
UID:145526-1721471400-1721475000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey Program for Young Contemplatives (weekly) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the COL Young Contemplatives community for weekly gatherings exploring the essential teachings of Thomas Keating. \nThe Spiritual Journey program is a series of teachings structured in five parts. The program consists of 100 videos\, all of which are accessible online.\nThese teachings provide a backbone for the contemplative life and the psychological background for the work of Centering Prayer in the formation of our spiritual lives. \nBeginning Saturday\, July 13th 2024 and each Saturday after\, facilitators from our Young Contemplatives community will hold space for our 40s and under community to journey together through the program. \nEach Saturday for one hour\, 10:30am – 11:30am (Eastern Time US) a facilitator will guide a small group through the program. The hour will consist of a short Centering Prayer sit\, viewing of the video teaching from the week’s session\, followed by a time of faith sharing and discussion around the week’s themes. \nThese are open\, drop-in meetings. No pre-registration is required. Anyone is welcome to join as often as possible! We recognize it may not be feasible to come every Saturday but do encourage you to follow along with the sessions\, viewing the videos for the previous week(s) you may have missed. \nWe ask that those who join do so with their camera-on. The Zoom space will be monitored by the facilitator(s) to create a sacred and safe space. If you are not able to be fully present and participatory with your camera on we kindly ask that you complete the session on your own and join us another week! \nClick here to join the Zoom sessions.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekly-young-contemplatives-spiritual-journey-series-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240514T131353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T131353Z
UID:144521-1717839000-1717848000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Thomas Merton: Finding the Gate to Paradise Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Merton was a mystic giant. He wrote 50 books and 2\,000 poems in 27 years. The first printing of his autobiography\, The Seven Story Mountain\, in 1948 was planned for 7\,500 copies. It sold over 600\,000. By 1984\, more than 3\,000\,000 additional copies had sold. \nMerton invites God seekers to go deeper and wider as we discover the difference between our “True Self” and our “False Self.” As we let go of defining our self by power\, prestige\, and possessions and discover that we are more than what we do\, what people say about us\, and what we own\, we are then able to remember that we are made in God’s image–and with us God is well pleased. \nAs we discover the holy in us\, we become equipped to be a vehicle of the Good News by what we do\, by what we say\, and mostly by who we are. Merton wrote\, “At the center of our being is a point of nothingness which is untouched by sin and by illusions\, a point of truth\, a point or spark which belongs to God.” Therefore\, “to be a saint is to be myself.” \nAs we go deeper in our faith and remember who we are in God’s eyes\, we are able to discover that we can connect with the core of other religions. In his final talk before his death\, Merton said\, “This new language of prayer has to come out of something which transcends all our traditions and comes out of the immediacy of love.” Merton himself had one of his deepest mystical experiences gazing at the rock statue of the Buddha in Polonnaruwa\, Sri Lanka. \nThis half-day retreat will include a presentation\, time for silent meditation\, and a plenary. Our focus will be Merton’s invitation to live a cruciform life: one that is vertically connected to God and horizontally connected to our fellow souls and to “this fragile earth our island home.” \nMeet Bishop Porter Taylor\nBishop Porter Taylor is the retired bishop of Western North Carolina and recently served two years as visiting bishop in the Diocese of Virginia. He earned a Ph.D. in Literature and Theology from Emory University. He is the author of three books: From Anger to Zion: An Alphabet of Faith; To Dream as God Dreams: Sermons of Community\, Conversion\, and Hope; and his most recent\, Are You Persuaded? In and Out of Being a Bishop. He and his wife\, Jo\, live in Asheville\, North Carolina\, with their dog\, Sadie. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/thomas-merton-finding-the-gate-to-paradise-everywhere/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T120000
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CREATED:20240307T210245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T210245Z
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SUMMARY:Coloring Outside the Lines by Returning to Elementary Questioning: ‘How Should I Contemplate?’ - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, via ZOOM\, for a morning with Dr. Carmen Acevedo Butcher as she guides us in this session with the purpose of deepening and personalizing our own practice\, both individually and collectively\, with a heart for becoming more self- and others- compassionate. \nTimes noted are in Eastern Daylight Time. See link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/coloring-outside-the-lines-by-returning-to-elementary-questioning-how-should-i-contemplate-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T120000
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CREATED:20240202T174021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T174021Z
UID:141768-1711537200-1711540800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-7/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lenten-CP-Series-e1706827177231.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20231211T205548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T205548Z
UID:139217-1711184400-1711206000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Very Rev. Michael Battle\, Ph.D. -  ​Contemplative Prayer and African Christian Mysticism
DESCRIPTION:The essence of African Christian mysticism (founded in the desert tradition of monasticism) is not taught but caught. Such mysticism is a whole way of life. It is not an esoteric doctrine or a predetermined plan of ascetic practice. It is important to understand this\, because there really is no way of talking about the way of prayer\, or the spiritual teaching of God’s life. African Christian mystics did not try to systematize the way to God; instead\, they relied upon the experience of a lifetime of striving to re-direct every aspect of body\, mind\, and soul to God. There was no Protestant or Catholic dichotomy of salvation based upon grace or work because salvation was caught up in how the community is so much more than the sum of individuals striving for heaven. And yet\, personal prayer and personal salvation could be better understood through interpersonal prayer and interpersonal salvation. This is summed up today through the contemporary lens of African Christian mysticism known as Ubuntu: I in You and You in Me. In short\, African contemplative prayer is not only an activity undertaken each day\, but also a life continually turned towards God. \nThis event will include session of Centering Prayer. \nAbout Michael Battle: \nThe Very Rev. Michael Battle\, Ph.D. has an undergraduate degree from Duke University\, received his master’s of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary\, a master’s of Sacred Theology from Yale University and a PhD in theology and ethics\, also from Duke University. He was ordained a priest by Archbishop Desmond Tutu in 1993. Battle’s clergy experience\, in addition to his current church work\, includes serving as vicar at St. Titus Episcopal Church in Durham\, NC\, rector at Church of Our Saviour\, in San Gabriel\, California; rector at St. Ambrose Episcopal Church\, Raleigh\, N.C.; and interim rector or associate priest with other churches in North Carolina and in Cape Town\, South Africa. \nIn his Peace Battle Institute he works on subjects of diversity\, spirituality\, prayer\, race and reconciliation. Almost since its inception\, he has served as pastor and spiritual director to hundreds of clergy and laity for CREDO for the Episcopal Church. He has also served as chaplain to Archbishop Tutu\, Congressman John Lewis\, the House of Bishops and\, in 2008\, was chaplain to the Lambeth Conference of Anglican Bishops. He is a featured keynote speaker and has led numerous clergy and lay retreats\, including the bishops’ retreat of the Province of the West Indies. In addition\, Battle has served as vice president to the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi\, Arun Gandhi’s Institute for Nonviolence. Battle and his wife\, Raquel\, were married by Archbishop Tutu and are parents to two daughters\, Sage and Bliss\, and a son\, Zion. All of whom were baptized by Archbishop Tutu as well. \nRecording Note: All registrants will receive a copy of the Zoom recording link for a period of 30 days. This recording will be available within 2 weeks of the event. A professionally edited audio or video recording will be available for permanent purchase from Broadlands Media beginning May 1\, 2024. More information will be provided when available. \nThis is a hybrid presentation being conducted both in person at The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver\, CO and online via Zoom videoconference. \nTime listed is Mountain Time. (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the website link below to register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-very-rev-michael-battle-ph-d-contemplative-prayer-and-african-christian-mysticism/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173913Z
UID:141761-1710932400-1710936000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-6/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lenten-CP-Series-e1706827177231.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173803Z
UID:141754-1710327600-1710331200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lenten-CP-Series-e1706827177231.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173640Z
UID:141747-1709722800-1709726400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-4/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lenten-CP-Series-e1706827177231.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173523Z
UID:141740-1709118000-1709121600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-3/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lenten-CP-Series-e1706827177231.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173359Z
UID:141733-1708513200-1708516800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240202T173130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173230Z
UID:141715-1707908400-1707912000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce to the volunteer community how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20240201T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T224008Z
UID:141703-1707310800-1707314400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Hampton Deck\, D.Min\, a representative from Contemplative Outreach to learn about the roots of Centering Prayer and how this practice can sustain you and be used in prison ministry. \nSee the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20231211T205327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T205327Z
UID:139214-1706950800-1706961600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Rev. Dr. Barbara Holmes – Crisis Contemplation:  Healing the Wounds of the Village - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In Crisis Contemplation\, the Rev. Dr. Barbara Holmes will address two entry points into contemplation which have seldom been addressed: contemplation during crisis\, and how we contemplate as community. \nEngaging deeply with both history and current events\, Holmes will address the emergence of crisis contemplation\, especially through the lenses of BIPOC peoples. Dr Barbara will be exploring existing communal contemplative experiences. As she looks into types of crises (pandemics\, earthquakes\, and systemic abuses)\, she examines the resulting traumatic wounds which manifest across generations. \nIn the second half of the presentation\, she will shift toward a village response to crises\, addressing communal formation\, belonging\, resistance\, and resilience. A deeper look at healing through memory and story\, culture and ritual\, will lead to a final chapter on envisioning different futures through liminality and bio-spiritual resurrection. \nThis event will include 20 minutes of Centering Prayer \nRecording note: This event will be recorded. All registrants will receive a copy of the Zoom recording within 2 weeks of the event. \nAbout Rev. Dr. Barbara A. Holmes \nDr. Holmes is a spiritual teacher and writer focused on African American spirituality\, mysticism\, cosmology and culture. She is President Emerita of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (2012-2016). She also served as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Memphis Theological Seminary (2005-2010). She holds the title of Professor Emerita of Ethics and African American Religious Studies at that seminary. Currently\, she is a core faculty member at the Center for Action and Contemplation founded by Fr. Richard Rohr. \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the website link below to register \nScholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/rev-dr-barbara-holmes-crisis-contemplation-healing-the-wounds-of-the-village-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230802T175521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T195204Z
UID:136825-1706302800-1706353200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach Volunteer Connections – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The Chapter Support Team is hosting a Zoom gathering for volunteers serving chapters and local communities. All are welcome. \nThis gathering will take place twice to offer a choice of time for our global community of volunteers. \n\nFriday\, Jan 26 at 9 PM Eastern Time (UTC-5)\nOR\nSaturday\, Jan 27 at 11 AM Eastern Time (UTC-5)\n\nOnce again\, the Chapter Support Team invites all who serve their chapters or local groups to come together to listen to one another\, to share with one another\, and to encourage one another with how the Holy Spirit is furthering the knowledge and experience of God’s love in the consciousness of the human family. \nWe will begin with a short session of Centering Prayer\, followed by a reflection and then words of blessing from Fr. Thomas. Next\, we will break into small groups so that every voice may be heard as we share how the Holy Spirit is working in our areas. Finally\, we will come back to the full group to bear witness to the love of God in our global community knowing that the good accomplished through Contemplative Outreach is the gift of the Holy Spirit. \nPlease register here to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-outreach-volunteer-connections-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Chapter Support Team":MAILTO:jjbenfer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230920T181530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T164442Z
UID:137808-1702110600-1702132200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silent Saturday with Sr. Carol Ann Spencer: The End of All that is not Christ - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Silent Saturday with Sr. Carol Ann Spencer\nThe End of All that is not Christ\nDecember 9 8:30-2:30pm Eastern Standard Time \nContemplative Outreach of Columbus is offering a Silent Saturday. A Silent Saturday provides a few hours that are set aside for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, spiritual teaching and reflection. \n“Come rest awhile with the Lord” in preparation for Advent. Advent begins a new year in the liturgical cycle and we are invited once again to renew our journey by pondering Thomas Merton’s statement: “The Advent Mystery is the beginning of the end of all in us that is not Christ.” Sr. Carol Ann invites us to consider the wonders of the Incarnation. In Jesus\, we are told that God and humanity are meant for each other. We are called to become more fully human as Jesus was fully human. \nSr. Carol Ann Spencer O.P. is a member of the Dominican Sisters of Peace. She has led countless workshops and retreats. She is also the founding director of WELLSTREAMS\, a program for becoming a spiritual director\, and the Spirituality Network. The day will begin at 8:30am and last until 2:30pm. EST. \nRegister by sending an email to Bob Gorman (below) and a zoom link and handouts will be sent to you a few days in advance. \nThe event is free. Nondeductible donations to Contemplative Outreach of Columbus to cover costs are welcome. They can be sent to the care of Tom Davis at 844 Franklin Ave Columbus OH 43205.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silent-saturday-with-sr-carol-ann-spencer-the-end-of-all-that-is-not-christ-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Columbus":MAILTO:rbrtgorman@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230929T164756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T164756Z
UID:138024-1700298000-1700308800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and Interspirituality - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:At our November retreat\, Netanel Miles-Yepez\, professor of Religious Studies at Naropa University and co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism and Interspirituality\, will explore the roots of Centering Prayer as a receptive meditation practice in Christianity\, and explore its applicability to the interspiritual milieu in which we live today. \nNetanel Miles-Yépez\, D.D.\, is an artist\, philosopher\, religion scholar\, and spiritual teacher. He is co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism & Interspirituality\, which is dedicated to the emergence of a newly conceived contemplative life in dialogue with all of the world’s great wisdom traditions. Netanel studied History of Religions at Michigan State University and Contemplative Religion at the Naropa Institute\, before pursuing traditional studies with such spiritual luminaries as Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi\, founder of the Jewish Renewal movement\, and Father Thomas Keating\, founder of Contemplative Outreach. He is the author of The End of Religion and Other Writings (forthcoming\, 2023) and the editor of The Common Heart: An Experience of Interreligious Dialogue (2006). Currently\, Netanel lives in Boulder\, Colorado\, where he is Chair of Religious Studies and Director of the Keating-Schachter Center for Interspirituality at Naropa University. \nSee link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-interspirituality-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231111T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230809T001849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T001849Z
UID:137018-1699693200-1699704000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Contemplative Adventure: Spirituality Encounters Evolution (From Evolution to Quantum Theory) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This is a hybrid presentation being conducted both in person at The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver\, CO and Online via Zoom videoconference. \nIt seems that our contemporary world is obsessed with certainty and results. Who won the game? Who won the election? When will I get there? When will the project be completed? Am I cured? What is the correct answer? Is there a heaven and will I get there?\n‘\nWhat might be an unintended consequence of our obsession with certainty and endings? Might it be that we are not fully present to what is happening in the now. As Anthony de Mello insightfully says\, “We go through life asleep!” Might this sleepwalking towards certainty and results creep into our practices of contemplation and meditation? \nContemplation and meditation are intended to foster mindfulness – a fuller awareness of all that arises in the present moment. However\, it seems our transactional cultural and religious worldviews often lead us in the opposite direction – away from mindfulness towards mindless sleepwalking. \nThis workshop will include a session of Centering Prayer. \nAbout Rick Klein \nOur presenter\, Rick Klein\, believes that science offers insights to help us awaken from mindless sleepwalking. Building on Teilhard de Chardin’s teachings on evolution and Thomas Keating’s teachings on contemplation\, together we’ll explore a rarely traveled terrain\, the synthesis of science and spirituality. \nRick gives talks and workshops on contemplative spirituality. He is a teacher of Centering Prayer and has presented workshops on science and spirituality\, compassion\, and mysticism at the Center for Contemplative Living and other locations throughout Colorado. \nMeeting times listed are Mountain Time. \nClick the link below to learn more and register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-contemplative-adventure-spirituality-encounters-evolution-from-evolution-to-quantum-theory-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231007T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230809T002206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T002206Z
UID:137015-1696669200-1696690800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Brian McLaren: Faith\, Doubt and Contemplation: Being Contemplatives in a Dangerous Time - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This is a hybrid presentation being conducted both in person at The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver\, CO and online via Zoom videoconference. \nDescription of Talk: Institutional religion\, much like many of our other institutions\, is under stress\, and that will seem like an understatement to many. Contemplative spirituality has provided a way for many of us to continue in faith even though our relationship to organized religion is troubled. How can those of us rooted in the contemplative tradition contribute constructively in this tense moment? How can we\, from a position of personal centeredness\, be salt and light in these times? How can we draw deep roots from our own Christian tradition while welcoming insights and seeking collaboration among traditions? \nThis conference presentation will include at least one 20-minutes Centering Prayer session. \nAbout Brian McLaren \nBrian D. McLaren is an author\, speaker\, activist\, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor\, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just\, generous\, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. He is a core faculty member of The Living School and podcaster with Learning How to See\, which are part of the Center for Action and Contemplation. He is also an Auburn Senior Fellow and is a co-host of Southern Lights. His newest books are Faith After Doubt (January 2021)\, and Do I Stay Christian? (May 2022). \nTimes listed are Mountain Time. \nClick the link below to learn more and register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/brian-mclaren-faith-doubt-and-contemplation-being-contemplatives-in-a-dangerous-time-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230607T202248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T063437Z
UID:135629-1691845200-1691850600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Lectio Divina (part two) – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The Lectio Divina Service Team will present an Introduction to Monastic Lectio Divina. This workshop will teach you how to pray with Scripture\, be open to the promptings of the Spirit and lead you to a deeper and more profound encounter with the Word of God. \nSaturday\, Aug 12\, 2023\, 1:00 PM Eastern Time\nFurther information: lesleywaterford@gmail.com \nFree will donations are gratefully received.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-lectio-divina-part-two-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230805T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230306T221653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T221024Z
UID:133620-1691240400-1691245800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Lectio Divina via Zoom (part one)
DESCRIPTION:The Lectio Divina Service Team will present an Introduction to Monastic Lectio Divina.\nThis two part workshop will teach you how to pray with Scripture\, be open to the promptings of the Spirit and lead you to a deeper and more profound encounter with the Word of God. \nPart one : Saturday\, August 5\, 2023 @ 1:00 pm ET\nPart two : Saturday\, August 12\, 2023 @ 1:00pm ET \nPlease register for the two part workshop using this link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYuduqhqT4rHdDK52056W3wz1EJgcq41L6B \nFurther information: lesleywaterford@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-lectio-divina-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230321T191912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T191912Z
UID:134013-1682771400-1682776800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Commissioned Presenter Gathering - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As Thomas Keating stated in The Vision of Contemplative Outreach\, we are an evolving community. We need your input as we explore how the Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop can meet the changing needs of those we serve. Please join us to share your insights. \nYour participation on April 29th is important as we need to hear from as many presenters as possible. We’ll begin with Centering Prayer (abbreviated) and reflection\, and then listen to each other’s thoughts and experiences. \nThe Zoom link for the gathering will be posted here a few days before the event. No need to register. \nWe look forward to praying and listening together. Thank you for gifting the world with your prayer and service. \nIn gratitude\,\nThe Centering Prayer Introductory Program Service Team: Irene Chang\, Steve Garratt\, Marie Howard\, and Lois Snowden
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/commissioned-presenter-gathering-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230103T213355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T213355Z
UID:130837-1679734800-1679745600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Forgiveness Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Is there someone in your life whom you find difficult to forgive? The Prayer of Forgiveness is a powerful prayer that can help you forgive at the deepest level of your being. During this class\, you will receive instruction on this prayer\, developed by Contemplative Outreach founding member Mary Mrozowski. You will also have an opportunity for Centering Prayer as well as practice of the Prayer of Forgiveness. \nThis class will include a session of Centering Prayer. \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-forgiveness-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230103T235602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T235602Z
UID:130853-1679130000-1679140800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Deepening Spiritual Practice through Three-Centered Awareness - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Phileena Nikole \nThree-centered awareness is crucial for experiencing Divine Presence; mind\, heart\, and body coming on-line and cooperating together. But too often\, we experience shutdown in one or more of these centers. This limits our capacity for opening to Presence and receiving the integration and wholeness we long for. \nAre you curious about the deeper\, subtle\, life-changing dynamics of contemplative prayer? Do you feel stuck in your practice and desire to progress? Are you wondering how to more regularly bring the gifts of your sitting practice into your daily experiences of life and relationships? \nIf so\, join Phileena for this online contemplative experience. During our time together\, Phileena will offer a mix of foundational teaching\, guided group contemplation\, and three-centered awareness practice. This event will include a session of Centering Prayer \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/deepening-spiritual-practice-through-three-centered-awareness-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230117T181846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T052859Z
UID:131622-1677520800-1677528000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Two Session Event: February 27th and 28th\, 2023 from 6 PM to 8 PM (Central) each day. \nThe Introduction to Centering Prayer explores the place of contemplative prayer in the Christian tradition. As Jesus said\, “But when you pray\, go to your private room and\, when you have shut your door\, pray to your Father who is in that secret place\, and your Father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:6) \nThe Introduction will guide you through the method of Centering Prayer and let you experience this prayer of silence. Centering Prayer’s purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through silence and stillness. The presentation will include the conceptual background of Centering Prayer\, psychological processes\, and insights into establishing Centering Prayer as a way of life. There will be opportunities for discussion as well as invitations into prayerful presence. \nThis workshop is divided into four conferences across two days. Conferences 1 & 2 are on February 27 and conferences 3 & 4 on February 28. We plan to continue with 4 Follow-Up sessions at later dates. \nTo join us online\, please email Sandra at: sandyandkali@sbcglobal.net.\nFree will donation: $20 suggested. Click in the Event Website at the bottom of the page to donate to Contemplative Outreach Chicago. \nPresenters:\nAlan Krema  is a commissioned Contemplative Outreach presenter of Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer. He is a Wisdom student of Cynthia Bourgeault and facilitates groups based on the Wisdom Way of Knowing. He has completed the Living School program at the Center for Action and Contemplation. Alan served from 2016-2022 as chapter coordinator for Contemplative Outreach Chicago and is enrolled in the Shalem Institute program for Group Spiritual Leadership. \nSandra Janowski is a retired Social Worker\, Addiction Counselor and Community College Adjunct Instructor. In 2009 she completed a two year program in Spiritual Companionship and was commissioned by the Institute of Spiritual Companionship. Starting in 2016 Sandra became  a member of the Chicago Chapter “Circle of Service” and  has served as the Coordinator of Facilitators since 2018. In 2021 she was commissioned by Contemplative Outreach as a Centering Prayer Presenter. Currently she hosts a weekly Centering Prayer group on Meditation Chapel and co hosts a group at St Simon’s Episcopal Church. Sandra will be co-leading a seven day Silent Retreat at Sienna Center July 23 to July 29\, 2023. She has 3 children\, 4 granddaughters and 3 great-granddaughters.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230225T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T102657
CREATED:20230104T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T185021Z
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SUMMARY:What Does Centering Prayer Have to Offer the 21st Century?  (via Zoom and in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Adam Bucko and Rory McEntee \nWhat do Father Keating’s teachings have to offer us in the 21st century? In an initial talk\, Adam Bucko will set the stage for our time together by first looking to the past. How can we understand Centering Prayer’s connections to the historical structures and frameworks of the Christian tradition\, and what do these structures of contemplative spirituality have to offer us today? Looking forward\, what might we need to add or subtract from these structures to develop a robust contemplative life in the 21st century? How do the challenges we face today differ\, as well as overlap\, from those in the past? And how can Centering Prayer address the challenges of a broken world in which our contemporary journeys are embedded? \nRory McEntee will follow up Adam’s talk with reflections on interspiritual dimensions of Father Keating’s teachings and contemplative life. How might the two major projects of Fr. Keating’s later life\, the Centering Prayer movement and the interspiritual “Snowmass Conferences\,” come together? What might be gleamed for the Centering Prayer movement from this other half of Fr. Keating’s (inter)spiritual work in the world? Is an openness to other ways of being spiritual and/or religious necessary for contemplative lives in the 21st century? If so\, what is a proper way of orienting ourselves within such openness? Answering such questions leads us beyond tolerance for other religious traditions towards an abiding love for them\, as Fr. Keating often spoke of. For some\, it may even lead to a deep engagement in our contemplative lives with those outside the boundaries of traditional Christianity\, even while remaining anchored to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. \nIn a final session\, Adam and Rory will lead a dialogue around “new monasticism\,” engaging one another as well as the audience. They will look back at their co-authored book from 2015\, The New Monasticism: An Interspiritual Manifesto for Contemplative Living\, and discuss what still feels relevant\, and what has changed since then. As new monasticism aims to translate practices from monastic and other contemplative traditions into modern lives\, as well as broaden ideas of what ‘total commitment’ to a contemplative life looks like\, it resonates strongly with the Centering Prayer movement. Our hope is this discussion will lead to a robust Q&A dialogue with conference participants around the most pressing questions in our contemplative journeys today. This event will include two sessions of Centering Prayer \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/what-does-centering-prayer-have-to-offer-the-21st-century-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Lectio Divina - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Lectio Divina\, a Latin term for “divine reading\,” is an ancient monastic practice of praying the Scriptures. The monks would gather in prayer and hear the scripture proclaimed. They would take a word or phrase that spoke to them into the activity of their day. Pondering this thought\, ruminating through it throughout their work\, they were aware of God’s presence. \nMany of you are quite familiar with Centering Prayer\, and have experienced how it has deepened your relationship with God. In this workshop\, you will learn the basics of Lectio Divina\, experience it in a guided setting\, and be able to ask questions and share experiences with the presenter and your fellow participants. \nDuring Lectio Divina\, the practitioner listens to the text of the Bible with the “ear of the heart\,” as if one is in conversation with God. Lectio Divina includes moments of reading (lectio)\, reflecting on (meditatio)\, responding to (oratio) and resting in (contemplatio) the Word of God with the aim of nourishing and deepening one’s relationship with the Divine. \nLectio Divina will bring you into a more intimate sense of the presence of God in the word of Scripture\, and you will experience that grace this word has to influence\, and indeed transform your life. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-lectio-divina-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Summit - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the two-day Centering Prayer Summit: a teachings & practice event. \nHear from these teachers:\n– Cynthia Bourgeault\n– Fr. Carl Arico\n– Carl McColman\n– Colleen Thomas\n– Phileena Nikole\n– Mary Dwyer\n– Adam Bucko\n– Nhien Vuong \nPresentation Titles:\n– The Mystical Roots of Centering Prayer\n– From Prayer to Protest: On Being an Engaged Contemplative in the World\n– The Enneagram of Soul: From Vice to Virtue\n– What the heck is Divine Therapy and why should we want it?\n– Obstacles to Grace in Centering Prayer\n– & more. \nVisit https://www.centeringprayersummit.com/ for details and to register!\nHosted by Closer Than Breath
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-summit-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What and How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Start or Deepen a Centering Prayer practice. A free\, 90-minute offering. \n​Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What\, & How of Centering Prayer​ \nWe’ll explore: \n— Opening to God and peace within\n— Silence as the universal language of God\n— How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n— Mystical union with God and why it matters \nThis event is perfect for two kinds of people: \n1. Those who are unfamiliar and want to explore this unique contemplative practice (how about a new meditation practice for 2023 ?) \n2. And seasoned practitioners that want to return to the basics\, take “beginners mind” into your practice\, or reset your and clarify the why and intention behind your practice. \nLed by Keith Kristich\, commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer\, Founder of Closer Than Breath \nWe hope you join us!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-exploring-the-why-what-and-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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