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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:  \nIntroduction to Centering Prayer in a retreat setting\nMarch 6\, 2026 – March 8\, 2026\n$310 overnight\n$100 commuter\nMore info at: https://holycrossmonastery.com/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-3/ \nTo register\, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone at +1-845-384-6660\, ext. 3002 or email guesthouse@hcmnet.org.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-16/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Br Bernard Delcourt":MAILTO:bernardjeandelcourt@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CENTERING PRAYER WORKSHOP\nSaturday\, March 7\, 10:00 am–2:00 pm Pacific Time \nJoin us for a time of stillness\, reflection\, and deepening in the practice of Centering Prayer. Whether you’re new to contemplative prayer or seeking to refresh your prayer life\, this workshop will offer guidance\, practice\, and fellowship. The workshop will be led by the Rev. Darryl W. Kozak\, a Commissioned Presenter of Centering Prayer for Contemplative Outreach and a Pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-24/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 16138 Molino Drive\, Victorville\, CA\, 92395\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Darryl W. Kozak":MAILTO:RevKozak@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a simple\, gentle method of silent prayer rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition. It invites us to move beyond words and thoughts into a deeper awareness of God’s loving presence within. \nDuring this introductory zoom session\, participants will: \n\nLearn the foundations and history of Centering Prayer\nExplore the theological and spiritual principles behind the practice\nReceive practical guidance on how to begin\nParticipate in brief periods of silent prayer\nHave time for reflection and questions\n\nThis session is ideal for those new to contemplative prayer as well as those seeking to renew or deepen their existing practice. \nThere is no cost to attend. We offer this session as a gift to those longing for stillness\, spiritual depth\, and a closer relationship with God.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom-6/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Meeting God in the Silence: An Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:As the new year begins\, we invite you to join us to learn more about consenting to the presence of God through the practice of Centering Prayer. Let praying without words\, in deep silence and openness\, bring you to a more complete awareness of the Divine Indwelling. This introductory workshop will help new practitioners discern if Centering Prayer is the right practice for them and help them get started\, and experienced practitioners will benefit from a refresher and connection with other practitioners. \nAll of our introduction to centering prayer retreats follow the national Contemplative Outreach Ltd. approach\, combining short presentations\, two Centering Prayer practice sessions\, and ample time for questions and discussion. They are open to anyone\, whether you have a longtime Centering Prayer practice or have never tried this form of prayer. There’s enrichment and insight for everyone. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/meeting-god-in-the-silence-an-introduction-to-centering-prayer-3/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church\, 4512 College Ave\, College Park\, Maryland\, 20740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach Birmingham 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference will feature as speaker Rev. Ed Bacon. His conference presentation is entitled “Contemplation Changes Us; Let Me Count the Ways.”\nRev. Bacon has served three churches as Rector or Dean: in Dalton\, GA; Jackson\, MS; and Pasadena\, CA. He is a strong advocate and practitioner of Centering Prayer and has also participated in annual Ignatian 8-day retreats. Now in retirement\, Rev. Bacon is currently serving as Interim Rector at All Saints Episcopal Church in Birmingham\, AL. His contemplative ministries focus on teaching the unitive and non-dual theologies of Centering Prayer\, leading weekly Centering Prayer sits\, and teaching a weekly zoom class on Contemplative Transformation. His presentation will describe how contemplation and the energy in community transform us into new beings with a new consciousness. Rev. Bacon is the author of the book\, 8 Habits of Love: Overcome Fear and Transform Your Life. \nSee the website link below for more information.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-outreach-birmingham-2026-conference/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 3775 Crosshaven Dr.\, Birmingham\,\, AL\, 35223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Birmingham":MAILTO:cobforcontemplatives@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Being Bravely Yourself: Navigating a Personal Contemplative Enneagram Journey
DESCRIPTION:This day will be filled with Contemplative Breathing and Awareness practices that remind us of Jesus’ commandment to love ourselves\, as we love others. Using spiritual wisdom grounded in the Enneagram\, this experiential time will open our hearts\, minds\, and bodies to our original blessing: being made in the image of G-d. Together\, we will discover that Divine Love is deepened in ourselves and our communities when we live our unique\, authentic lives\, beloved of G-d and part of the tapestry of life. \nThis event includes sessions of Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/being-bravely-yourself-navigating-a-personal-contemplative-enneagram-journey/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Morning of Prayer Honolulu\, Hawaii  3rd Saturdays every Month
DESCRIPTION:  \nMorning of Prayer\nThird Saturdays In Person\n9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Hawai’i time (UTC -10)\nCentral Union Church • Women’s Building\n1660 S. Beretania St. Honolulu\, Hawaiʻi \nLet us join together to pause in the presence of the Divine in the sacred silence. An introduction to the method of Centering Prayer is provided. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome. Books on the Spiritual Journey are available for purchase and loan. \nNo registration required\, donations welcome. \nSchedule\n9:00 Welcome\, sign-in\, refreshments\, book browsing\n9:20 Gather in the circle for Introductions\n9:30 Two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer\nor An Introduction/review to The Method of Centering Prayer\n10:40 Silent break\n11:00 One 30-minutes period of Centering Prayer\n11:30 Depart in silence or stay and chat a bit \nDates 2025\nMarch 15\nApril 19\nMay 17\nJune 21\nJuly 19\nAugust 16\nSeptember 20\nOctober 18\nNovember 15\nDecember 20 \nCONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH OF HAWAI’I\n(628) 400-2644 | cohawaii@gmail.com | www.cohawaii.org\n“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/morning-of-prayer-honolulu-hawaii-3rd-saturdays-every-month-3/
LOCATION:Central Union Church\, 1660 S. Beretania St.\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Lectio Divina: Praying the Scriptures with the Four Senses of Scripture - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Br. Bernard Delcourt of Holy Cross Monastery and Leslee Anne Terpay as they present an Introduction to Lectio Divina: Praying the Scriptures with the Four Senses of Scripture on Zoom Saturday\, March 21 10:00am to 2:30pm Eastern Time. (8:00am – 12:30pm MT). There will be a half hour break for sustenance. \nOur time together will include time to learn about prayer as relationship\, the simple method of Praying the Scriptures and how the fruits of this practice is manifest in your life. We will have ample time to experience the four moments — literal sense\, reflecting – allegorical sense\, responding – behavioral / moral Sense and resting – unitive sense of the prayer together. \nWe invite you to come along to focus on how God has called you to be and live out of the word that God has sent into the world. In the Silence of Love let us make a joyful sound of gratitude and appreciation for the gifts God has given us! \nTo register please go here: https://forms.gle/itGX7YzpvvHYnZcDA\nZoom meeting link information will be sent to the email address you provide the week of March 15\, 2026. \nThere is no cost for this enrichment event. If you would like to make a donation to Br. Bernard’s monastery here is a link to do that. https://holycrossmonastery.com/donate/ \nIf you have any questions\, please email Leslee at co-leslee@comcast.net
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-praying-the-scriptures-with-the-four-senses-of-scripture-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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