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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240203T120000
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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:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230802T175521Z
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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:20260501T112851
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
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and Interspirituality - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:At our November retreat\, Netanel Miles-Yepez\, professor of Religious Studies at Naropa University and co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism and Interspirituality\, will explore the roots of Centering Prayer as a receptive meditation practice in Christianity\, and explore its applicability to the interspiritual milieu in which we live today. \nNetanel Miles-Yépez\, D.D.\, is an artist\, philosopher\, religion scholar\, and spiritual teacher. He is co-founder of Charis Foundation for New Monasticism & Interspirituality\, which is dedicated to the emergence of a newly conceived contemplative life in dialogue with all of the world’s great wisdom traditions. Netanel studied History of Religions at Michigan State University and Contemplative Religion at the Naropa Institute\, before pursuing traditional studies with such spiritual luminaries as Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi\, founder of the Jewish Renewal movement\, and Father Thomas Keating\, founder of Contemplative Outreach. He is the author of The End of Religion and Other Writings (forthcoming\, 2023) and the editor of The Common Heart: An Experience of Interreligious Dialogue (2006). Currently\, Netanel lives in Boulder\, Colorado\, where he is Chair of Religious Studies and Director of the Keating-Schachter Center for Interspirituality at Naropa University. \nSee link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-interspirituality-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230809T001849Z
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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:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230809T002206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T002206Z
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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:20260501T112851
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:20260501T112851
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:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230321T191912Z
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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:20260501T112851
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:20260501T112851
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:20260501T112851
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:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230104T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T185021Z
UID:130855-1677315600-1677337200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20230103T213308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T213308Z
UID:130834-1676106000-1676116800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/prayerimage1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230123
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20221212T145922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T151433Z
UID:130011-1674259200-1674431999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20221214T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T190429Z
UID:130091-1673085600-1673091000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220920T174705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T174705Z
UID:127814-1668848400-1668859200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Thomas Keating and the Snowmass Dialogue - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join us Saturday\, Nov. 19 for half-day retreat (via Zoom) focusing on “Thomas Keating and the Snowmass Dialogue” led by Netanel Miles-Yepez\, who will report on the historical interfaith discussions among world religious leaders that took place at Snowmass\, as described at length in his book\, The Common Heart\, An Experience of Interreligious Dialogue. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/thomas-keating-and-the-snowmass-dialogue-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20221026T155953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T155953Z
UID:128990-1668709800-1668717000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Look at The Gospel of Matthew - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Most of the Sunday Gospels read during the upcoming liturgical year\, which begins with the First Sunday of Advent\, November 27\, 2022\, will be taken from the Gospel of Matthew. In this presentation we’ll familiarize ourselves with Matthew and some of the passages we will be hearing. It will also prepare us for our weekly practice of Lectio Divina\, praying with the scriptures.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-look-at-the-gospel-of-matthew-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220817T001558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T001558Z
UID:127370-1668243600-1668254400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Thomases:   Entering the Woods of Awareness with Thomas Keating and Thomas Berry - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:With each passing day it seems our world is becoming more divided and polarized. Media commentators continually assure us that humanity is becoming more separated by the minute. Against this background of division\, our common experiences of a global pandemic\, the meteoric rise of information and misinformation\, and the constant drumbeat of climate change evidence the increasing connectedness of our 21st century world. It seems we are torn apart and brought together at the same time. \nAnd what about the spiritual paths we choose? Is the spiritual realm immune from these opposing forces of separation and connection? Challenging times call for wise guides. Fortunately\, two guides named Thomas offer insights for these confusing and mysterious times. Rick Klein weaves together Thomas Keating’s inner spiritual wisdom with Thomas Berry’s outer spiritual and scientific wisdom\, creating an emerging story of hope for the future. \nIn this course\, Rick Klein will speak about the parallels and divergences between the paths of Thomas Berry and Thomas Keating. Rick is convinced “the only way to fully follow either the road of Thomas Berry or the road of Thomas Keating\, is to travel both roads. Not one followed by the other\, but both roads at the same time. Although the roads appear separate\, they are in essence forever linked. Berry’s Universe Story and Keating’s Spiritual Journey connect whenever … action meets contemplation\, matter meets spirit\, being meets doing\, meaning meets purpose … in intentional awareness” \nThis class will include a session of Centering Prayer \nAbout Rick Klein \nRick gives talks and workshops on contemplative spirituality throughout Colorado. He is a teacher of Centering Prayer and has presented workshops on science and spirituality\, compassion\, and mysticism at the Center for Contemplative Living. He is a past facilitator and teacher in the Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program offered by Benet Hill Monastery. \nTimes listed are Mountain Time \nRegister at the link below
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-tale-of-two-thomases-entering-the-woods-of-awareness-with-thomas-keating-and-thomas-berry-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:20221016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220920T175037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T175056Z
UID:127812-1665910800-1665921600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Praying with Sacred Images - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Blessed are the pure in heart\, for they shall see God.”\n– Matthew 5:8 \nContemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join us Saturday\, Oct. 16 for half-day retreat (via Zoom) focusing on “Praying with Sacred Images” led by Rev. Carole Crumley. \nJesus tells his followers that there is a graced way of seeing that draws us toward God. Praying with holy icons\, an ancient-yet-ever-new spiritual practice\, is a vital way of training the contemplative eye for this graced way of seeing. It is a precious means of teaching\, prayer and opening to divine presence. Praying with sacred images is a way of schooling the spiritual eye\, inviting us deeper into the wholeness/oneness of God and sensitizing us to letting everything we see become a potential icon of God.\nOur time will include some sharing of our own experiences of praying with sacred images as well as time to be together in prayer with a holy icon. \nRev. Carole  Crumley is the retired senior program director of Shalem Institute and former canon educator and founder of the Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage at Washington National Cathedral. A sought-after retreat and conference leader\, Carole continues to teach and lead pilgrimages to sacred sites in Europe\, the Middle East\, and the U.S. Carole is a lover of storytelling\, moveable feasts\, and country music. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/praying-with-sacred-images-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20211210T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T163134Z
UID:119874-1657371600-1657377000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina Presenter Enrichment via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:EVENT POSTPONEMENT \nWe regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control\, our planned gathering on Saturday July 9th with Julie Saad has to be postponed. \nWe will be in touch as soon as possible to those who have registered with a revised date.  Sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused and with thanks for your understanding. \nIn Friendship\nLesley\, on behalf of the Lectio Divina Service Team of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. \n+++ \nA 90-minute enrichment program for presenters of Lectio Divina Introductory Workshop featuring a presentation by Julie Saad\, former Team Leader of the Lectio Divina Service Team and author of Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path into the Heart of God (published 11/7/21). Time will be provided for questions and sharing\, as well as Lectio Divina practice. \nInvitations will be sent to all Lectio Divina commissioned presenters as well as presenters-in-training. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Mike Potter.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-presenter-enrichment-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220228T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T005348Z
UID:122064-1651914000-1651924800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Sister Kathleen Deignan\, CND  ​”Thomas Merton: Guide Through the Dark Night of Earth” – via zoom
DESCRIPTION:Among the great luminaries of the Christian spiritual tradition\, the modern master\, Thomas Merton\, shines a penetrating light upon our challenging lives and times. More than half a century after his death\, Merton grows in stature and relevance as a pattern of integral ecological consciousness becomes evident throughout his written corpus as its complexity and unity become more transparent with time. As the contemporary ecological crisis deepens\, we urgently require more than instrumental remedies to stem the life-loss of our ecosphere suffered at human hands. We need a penetrating understanding of the more troubling and mysterious pathology underlying it: why\, indeed\, have we plundered our planetary paradise? \nThis was the difficult “koan” Merton carried to fruition as he explored the congenital disorientation of spirit that exiles us from our common home in the community of creation. Having suffered such exile\, he recovered from it\, and taught a holistic therapy of contemplative living that can restore our ecological consciousness\, conscience\, and practice. This program will explore Merton’s wisdom for the Dark Night of Earth. \nThis event will include 20 minutes of Centering Prayer.   \nTime listed is Mountain Time. \nClick the Link Below for Registration Information
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/sister-kathleen-deignan-cpd-%e2%80%8bthomas-merton-guide-through-the-dark-night-of-earth-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Deignan2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220110T170834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T170834Z
UID:120678-1648285200-1648306800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Cynthia Bourgeault on “Thomas Keating:  The Last Thirty Years” - Hybrid Event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver Colorado. \nThis is a hybrid presentation being conducted both in person at The Center and online via Zoom videoconference. \nThe Contemplative Outreach of Colorado annual conference is March 26\, 2022\, featuring Cynthia Bourgeault. Cynthia’s talk will be on “Thomas Keating: The Last Thirty Years\,” in which she will explore his life as he passed through two significant stages of the journey – The Dark Night of the Spirit and the gradual awakening to the Unitive. \nTime listed are Mountain Time \nClick the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/cynthia-bourgeault-on-thomas-keating-the-last-thirty-years-hybrid-event/
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:20220316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220207T201443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T201443Z
UID:121369-1647417600-1647432000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Welcoming Prayer via Zoom - For Those Who Practice Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:In this time of pandemic with so much to deal with\, the practice of The Welcoming Prayer can be most helpful. The Welcoming Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action in our physical and emotional reactions to events and situations in daily life. The purpose of the Welcoming Prayer is to deepen our relationship with God through consenting in the ordinary activities of our day — “consent-on-the-go.” \nA reliable internet connection with the capability for audio and video is required. There will be opportunities for questions and discussion. Prerequisite: Introduction to Centering Prayer or an established Centering Prayer practice. \nRetreat Director: Sister Mary McGehee\, OSB
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-welcoming-prayer-via-zoom-for-those-who-practice-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center%2C Cullman%2C Alabama":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220207T210155Z
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SUMMARY:​  Introduction to Centering Prayer (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian prayer rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition. Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer. This time of pandemic has led many to seek to deepen their relationship with God through this wordless prayer of contemplation. \nThis workshop/retreat is designed for those new to Centering Prayer and will be held over Zoom. A reliable internet connection with the capability for audio and video is required. There will be opportunities for questions and discussion. \nRetreat Director: Sister Mary McGehee
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/%e2%80%8b-introduction-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center%2C Cullman%2C Alabama":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220104T180835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T222539Z
UID:120401-1645354800-1645362000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:David Frenette Workshop - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. \nSilence Speaking\, Stillness Acting: Centering Prayer\, Contemplative Petition and Unity\nSunday February 20\, 2022 via Zoom\n11am – 1pm Pacific Time (noon Mountain; 1pm Central; 2pm Eastern; London (BST) 7pm; UTC 19:00)\nFree; suggested donation $35 USD \nHelp!  Our world\, our loved ones and we ourselves are in need of help.  Always\, and it seems especially\, now. How can we use our Centering Prayer practice to connect with the needs around us and to pray for help in a way that is aligned with our contemplative journey? \nThis workshop will explore the practice of contemplative petition: prayers of intercession flowing from the dynamic silence and stillness of Centering Prayer. Contemplative petition can help embody our Centering Prayer practice with intention\, connecting it with our human needs and the needs of the world. This is not just “praying for what we want” in a materialistic or magical-thinking way. This practice is about surrendering into God in trust\, as ultimately\, contemplative petition is God in us\, praying for God in others. \nWe will learn how Centering Prayer’s greatest relevance for our contemporary world is in the way it can flow into contemplative petition and contemplative service\, into what happens off the prayer seat\, in the integration of silence and speech\, stillness and action. \nJoin us as we experientially learn three basic guidelines for a practice of contemplative petition.  We will have two short periods of Centering Prayer\, the first flowing into a group petition for a common need\, the second expressing itself in personalized petitions for a need of your own.  We will have small breakout groups for sharing and you will also receive a worksheet that will guide you in continuing your personal contemplative petition practice on your own. \nYou may also be interested in the 2021 November session\, The Dynamic Center of Being. \nThis event will be recorded for those that cannot attend the live version. \nAbout David Frenette: \nDavid Frenette\, author of The Path of Centering Prayer: Deepening Your Experience of God (Sounds True 2012)\, is a contemplative spiritual director\, mentor for other spiritual directors\, and spiritual writer. He co-created and co-led a contemplative retreat community where he lived as a monk for 10 years. He has an MA in transpersonal counseling psychology\, has been a trustee of Contemplative Outreach (the international Centering Prayer organization)\, an adjunct faculty member at Naropa University\, a founding member of Integral Spirituality\, and a teacher at leading retreat centers across the country. From 1983 until his death in 2018\, David’s spiritual father was the Trappist monk and founder of Centering Prayer\, Father Thomas Keating. Learn more about David here. \nRegister for the event here:
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/david-frenette-workshop-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Ltd":MAILTO:office@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20220110T170613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T170613Z
UID:120675-1644051600-1644062400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Biology of the Human Condition - Hybrid event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Center for Contemplative Living\, Denver Colorado. \nThis is a hybrid presentation\, conducted both in person at The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver\, Colorado and online via Zoom videoconference. \nPresentation description: Neuroscience research validates that contemplative practices\, like Centering Prayer\, are practical skills that rewire our entire being. Learn how the brain centers of compassion and connection are activated as our emotional centers become more regulated with contemplative prayer and the Divine Therapy that is initiated. \nDr. Christine O’Brien (Travers) has been involved with Contemplative Outreach since 1992. As a doctor for 37 years she has seen the powerful effects of spiritual belief on health. As a mother of seven children she knows the challenges of nurturing a family with loving kindness and compassion. As Medical Director of Whole Health Program for the Cheyenne VA Medical Center she uses research on neuroscience to validate and teach veterans about the human ability to transform in mind\, body and soul with contemplative practice. \nTimes listed are Mountain Time. \nClick on the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-biology-of-the-human-condition-hybrid-event/
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/Denver:20220129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T112851
CREATED:20211221T165901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T165918Z
UID:120058-1643446800-1643457600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to The Welcoming Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“Martha\, Martha\, you are worried and anxious about many things … but one thing is needful.”\n-Luke 10:42 \nThe Mary and Martha story is an example of the focus we can bring to everyday life activities. As the Welcoming Prayer 40-day practice booklet reminds us: “To assist this process\, we need complementary practices. Centering Prayer teaches us consenting in stillness; the Welcoming Prayer practice teaches us consenting in activity.” \n“The Welcoming Prayer practice is a way of letting go into the present moment in the ordinary routines of daily life. It is used when your needs for security\, affection and control are frustrated or gratified and cause emotional reactions. It is a way of turning everything over to God …” Thomas Keating\, Open Mind\, Open Heart \nThe presenters are part of the community of the Center for Contemplative Living in Denver CO. Over the years they have been blessed through the presence and teachings of Thomas Keating OCSO\, and Mary Mrozowski as well as many other spiritual leaders. \nWe hope to see you at our workshop. May you be open to including the Welcoming Prayer in your invitation to the Holy Spirit to extend the walls of your inner room to all of life. \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-welcoming-prayer/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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