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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer in German Language – Stille finden mitten im Leben
DESCRIPTION:In den 70er Jahren begannen Thomas Keating und andere den Reichtum der christlichen\, stillen Meditationspraxis (Kontemplation) wiederzuentdecken. Aus diesen Anfängen ist eine Praxis entstanden\, die inzwischen weltweit verbreitet ist und das Gebet der Sammlung (Englisch: Centering Prayer) genannt wird.\nDie praktizierte Stille tut einfach gut und kann heilsam wirken. \nIn diesem Workshop wird das wortlose Gebet der Sammlung (Centering Prayer)\, einer modernen Form des Herzensgebets\, anhand vier einfacher Schritte vorgestellt und eingeübt. \nNeben der Einführung in die Methode gibt es die Gelegenheit Fragen und Austausch. Ein Anfang\, um “beherzt” dem modernen Leben zu begegnen.\nDer Kurs ist kostenlos. \n27.9.2025 in Berlin Steglitz (Paulus-Gemeinde Lichterfelde)\, 10-14:00 Uhr. \nVeranstaltungsort: Dorfkirche der Paulus Gemeinde Berlin Steglitz-Lichterfelde\, Hindenburgdamm 101a\, 12203 Berlin.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-in-german-language-stille-finden-mitten-im-leben/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oliver Kintzel/Berlin":MAILTO:oliver.kintzel@centering-prayer-berlin.de
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Forgiveness Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh invites you to join us as we explore forgiveness through a contemplative lens. Featuring Mary Dwyer as presenter\, we will explore both the Forgiveness Process and Forgiveness Prayer while steeped in silence and Centering Prayer (with extended sits). Prior Centering Prayer experience recommended. \nLocation: Spiritan Retreat Center located south of the city of Pittsburgh in Bethel Park. \nPlease register using the link below  or at https://www.pghcenteringprayer.org/ .
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-forgiveness-prayer-2/
LOCATION:Congregation of the Holy Spirit Province of the United States\, Spiritan Center\, 6230 Brush Run Road\, PA\, 15102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh":MAILTO:victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
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UID:155872-1760171400-1760200200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:InterSpiritual Praxis in Community: Charis Meditation and Charis Circles
DESCRIPTION:Charis Circles are small communities of interspiritual practice. We will introduce interspirituality and Charis Meditation\, developed for interspiritual settings. The day is for those who embrace one religious tradition\, more than one tradition\, or are “spiritual but not religious.” As the Quaker Rufus Jones noted\, “I pin my hopes to quiet processes and small circles\, in which vital and transforming events take place.” Charis Circles embody this vision\, where transformation and revelation within can unfold. \nThis event includes sessions of Centering Prayer along with others who may be practicing a different form of silent prayer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/interspiritual-praxis-in-community-charis-meditation-and-charis-circles/
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:Beauty: A Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Beauty ~ A Fall Retreat \nBeauty is everywhere:\n~ In the petals of a flower and the vista over fall foliage at a distance;\n~ In the dance of a honey bee and the sway of an African elephant;\n~ In waves on the seashore and the ripples on a brook;\n~ In the face of a friend and the muscle of an Olympic athlete;\n~ In a view through a microscope or a telescope;\n~ All around and within us. \nThe “Beauty” retreat is an opportunity to spend time away in the company of other pilgrims. This event\, October 24-26 (Friday\, 4:30 pm through Sunday 11:30 am) will include structured opportunities for\n* Quiet prayer in the Presence;\n* Sacred Reading of Scripture;\n* Communal Sung Prayer;\n* Communal meals; plus \nThere will be ample free time for\n– Yoga\,\n– a Nature walk on the Prairiewood trails\,\n– walking an outdoor labyrinth\,\n– hand massage\,\n– journaling; and more \nRegistration: To register online\, visit our Eventbrite listing for this event (on that site search for Beauty – Hiawatha); OR send an email to coneiowa@gmail.com with your intent\, and we will send you a form to return with a check for the registration fee.\nFees:\nFull Retreat with shared room: $175\nFull Retreat with individual room: $215\nCommuter: $145 (meals\, no overnight room);\nOne day only (Saturday) $75 (with no overnight) \nPrairiewoods is at 120 Boyson Rd\, Hiawatha\, IA. To view more photos and read more about Prairiewoods\, visit https://prairiewoods.org/. \nFAQs – Frequently Asked Questions \nQ1: Will there be food provided?\nA: Yes\, there will be fruit\, drinks (coffee\, tea and water) and other snacks available throughout the event. Meals will be served by Prairiewoods staff\, with the option to accommodate people with special dietary needs. \nQ2: Will silence be a part of the event?\nA: Yes\, much of the retreat will include internal and external silence. However\, there will some time for conversation with other retreatants. \nQ3: Can I attend only part of the retreat?\nA: Yes. We encourage people to attend the whole event; however\, if you can only come for one day\, you are welcome to do so. The related costs are listed above \nQ4: Will I be expected to share many details of my life?\nA: No. There will be time for introductions with other group members\, but not extensive sharing. If extended sharing is desired\, there will be opportunities to meet one-on-one with one of the leaders. \nQ5: Is Prairiewoods handicap accessible?\nA: Yes. The Center has all facilities on one level. While there are two levels withing the building for sleeping rooms\, you may request a room on the floor level. Retreatants will need to assess whether the outdoor grounds are safe for them. \nQ6: Is there anything else I might want to know about Prairiewoods?\nA: Yes. Indoors\, there is an onsite bookstore\, an area for meals and snacks\, a quiet prayer room\, our meeting room\, etc. Outdoors\, the wooded grounds provide a space to commune in nature; with an outdoor labyrinth available. \nQ7: If I cannot attend this event\, can my registration be refunded?\nA: Refunds are possible until 9 am October 10 for paid registrations that have been received. However\, thereafter we cannot provide refunds because of our contract with Prairiewoods. With this contract we guarantee the number of participants and associated fees. Refunds will be the full amount minus the Eventbrite processing fee if payment is made online. \nQ8: Can I register for a half day on Saturday?\nA: Yes. This is an option with the mail-in registration that you can request via Email to coneiowa@gmail.com. The fee for morning or afternoon\, both including lunch\, is $45 \nQ9: What if my personal finances are tight?\nA: Scholarships are available upon request. To learn more\, contact coneiowa@gmail.com \nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach Northeast Iowa Chapter
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/beauty-a-fall-retreat/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 Boyson Rd\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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UID:155887-1761381000-1761395400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop: In person and online
DESCRIPTION:In this introductory workshop\, you will learn the ancient method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. We will cover the history\, psychology\, and theology of the practice. Two prayer sessions and a question-and-answer session are included. \nPlease see the link below to register. $50 offering. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-in-person-and-online-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251029T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20241111T194755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T194755Z
UID:149841-1761757200-1762092000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:4-Day Contemplative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“In moments when we simply surrender all to God in contemplation\, God becomes the actor who acts through us. God becomes the writer of our lives\, and we become the pencil with which God writes a love letter to the world.”\n– Adam Bucko \nSharing silent prayer with others in the context of a retreat is a profound source of soul connection with other practitioners and with all living beings. The retreat aims to nurture the soul’s thirst for intimacy with God\, fostering the path of transformation through contemplation and inner and outer silence. \nThe retreat will be in silence and will include two (daily) input sessions to deepen the Centering Prayer method and reflect on the contemplative journey; various periods of Centering Prayer each day; opportunity for soul companionship; and personal time for reflection and journaling. \nRequirement: to have attended a weekend Centering Prayer retreat or the one-day introductory workshop on Centering Prayer and have some level of ongoing practice. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/4-day-contemplative-retreat/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Monastery\, Missiezusters Klooster\, 20\, Steyl\, Venlo\, 5935 BX\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T123000
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CREATED:20251013T164510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T164510Z
UID:157661-1762592400-1762605000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction To Centering Prayer with Six Follow-Up Sessions
DESCRIPTION:In-person Introduction to Centering Prayer followed by six consecutive follow-up sessions on Zoom beginning Tuesday November 11 from 7-8:30 pm Eastern Time. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-with-six-follow-up-sessions/
LOCATION:St. Alfred’s Episcopal Church\, 1601 Curlew Road\, Palm Harbor\, FL\, 34683\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Tampa Bay":MAILTO:mertonmind@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T130000
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CREATED:20250728T163952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T163952Z
UID:156611-1763197200-1763211600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Meeting God in the Silence: An Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about Centering Prayer and whether it is the right practice for you? Are you ready to begin a practice but need help getting started? Are you interested in deepening your current practice and would like a refresher and connection with other practitioners? 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. \nThis retreats follows the international Contemplative Outreach Ltd. approach\, combining short presentations\, two Centering Prayer practice sessions\, and ample time for questions and discussion. It is 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. \nSeveral accessible parking spaces are designated in front of the church. Parking is also available in the West Patrick Street Garage\, 138 W Patrick St\, Frederick\, MD 21701. \nYour registration fee includes snacks and coffee\, tea\, and water. We’ll have vegan and gluten-free options.​​​ \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/meeting-god-in-the-silence-an-introduction-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:All Saints Episcopal Church\, 106 West Church Street\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20251115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
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UID:157714-1763200800-1763215200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop\nSaturday\, November 15\, 2025\nBethany Lutheran Church – Norco\, California
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-23/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Yamada":MAILTO:jillprays@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T133000
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UID:157929-1765009800-1765027800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Silent Saturday Day of Prayer with Julie Saad - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Columbus is offering a Virtual Silent Saturday. A Silent Saturday provides a few hours that are set aside for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, spiritual teaching and reflection. “Come rest awhile with the Lord” in preparation for Christmas. \nEmbracing Darkness \nAdvent is a season of quiet and darkness where we wait with hopeful anticipation for the coming of the light of the world. We’ll explore how embracing darkness prepares us to embrace the peace\, joy\, and love we anticipate during this holy season. We’ll use some familiar contemplative practices and introduce some new practices for daily life that will help us manifest the fruits of the Spirit during this holy time of year. How can darkness be the place of receptivity to God coming to us as our lives? \nJulie is the author of Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path into the Heart of God. Julie practices and teaches Centering Prayer and the other contemplative practices outlined in the book. She has been a part of Contemplative Outreach since 1994. Currently\, she teaches a contemplative living course through The Center for Lifelong Learning at Columbia Theological Center in Atlanta. \nExpect that the day will begin at 8:30am and last until 2:30pm. EST \nRegister by sending an email to Bob Gorman at rbrtgorman@protonmail.com.\nand a zoom link will be sent to you a few days in advance.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/virtual-silent-saturday-day-of-prayer-with-julie-saad-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Gorman":MAILTO:rbrtgorman@protonmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T120000
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UID:156778-1765616400-1765627200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As we enter the season of Advent\, join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. The day provides time for communal Centering Prayer\, contemplative walks\, private journaling and reflection\, and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. \nPlease arrive at 8:45am. \nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated\nRegistration online at www.hsrcenter.com is appreciated but not required. \nFor more information\, please email Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com \n(Photo by Waldemar\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-silent-saturday-5/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20251128T192220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T192220Z
UID:158355-1765616400-1765638000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Holy Darkness
DESCRIPTION:Holy Darkness – December 13 \nYou are invited\n~ to a Quiet Day retreat;\n~ to welcome holy darkness;\n~ to wait in stillness\n~ to listen within silence \nRegister via Email to coneiowa@gmail.com with name and phone\nFee: $10\, payable on the day of event\nNoon Meal: bring your own lunch\nLight Refreshments provided \nIn the season when glitter displaces light\, when expectation (of gifts) replaces preparation (of ourselves to receive the Gift and gift ourselves to others) and sentimentality about the past supplants hope for the future(1)\, might we look deeper? \nFor this Quiet Day\, there will be opportunities among the following:\n– Stillness in the Presence (Centering Prayer)\n– Listening to Sacred Writings (Lectio Divina)\n– Sung Prayer\n– Noon Meal\n– Gentle Tai Chi\,\n– Time for reflection\, journaling\, private prayer\n– “Hands on” activity with supplies from nature led a guide\nMore info will be shared with those who register \nMight we learn to say with Paul Simon\, “Hello darkness\, my old friend” and wait in stillness for the God of Silence? How might we live when this mystery(2) is ours\, “My only friend is darkness”? \nTrinity Episcopal Parish is at 4535 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA 50701. \n(1) The contrast of light and glitter\, expectation and preparation\, sentimentality and hope is not original with us\, but from an Advent-Christmas lecture by Robert Bela Wilhelm\, ThD.\n(2) Psalm 88:18 (CEB) \nFAQs – Frequently Asked Questions\nQ1: Will there be food provided?\nA: Yes\, there will be fruit\, drinks (coffee\, tea and water) and other snacks available throughout the event. However\, for this event we ask you to bring your own lunch.\nQ2: Will silence be a part of the event?\nA: Yes\, much of the retreat will include internal and external silence. However\, there will some time for conversation with other retreatants.\nQ3: Can I attend only part of the retreat?\nA: Yes. We encourage people to attend the whole event; however\, if you can only come for the morning\, you are welcome to do so.\nQ4: Will I be expected to share many details of my life?\nA: No. There will be time for introductions with other group members\, but not extensive sharing. If extended sharing is desired\, there will be opportunities to meet one-on-one with one of the leaders.\nQ5: Is Trinity Episcopal is handicap accessible?\nA: Yes. Trinity has all facilities on one level\, and restrooms are accessible. \nNight Image (above) by Joe from Pixabay
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/holy-darkness/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Parish\, Waterloo\, IA\, 4535 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260103T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20230309T191807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224028Z
UID:133738-1767430800-1767439800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Epiphany  Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)
DESCRIPTION:Online Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)\nFREE \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our Centering Prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (visual-Art) practices. Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome others if you are called to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are!
An approximate Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Welcoming prayer\n9:45 Centering prayer\n10:15 Break\n10:30 A centering Practice on Epiphany and   Reflections\n11:15-11:30 Closing Prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll sessions are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-mini-retreat-via-hawai%ca%bbi-1st-saturday-of-every-month-4/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20241231T160818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T023745Z
UID:151550-1767897000-1767904200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Heartfulness: Transformation in Christ – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Heartfulness is the sixth in a series of eight courses in the Spiritual Journey Series. In this series Fr. Thomas guides the listener toward an understanding of the contemplative dimension of the Gospel and its extraordinary implications and applications for personal freedom and global peace. Fr. Thomas calls this the journey of heartfulness\, and says that Centering Prayer might be thought of as heartfulness. Centering Prayer as contemplative prayer is a reflection on the mysteries of faith that has been digested and reflected upon and expressed in acts of love until it has simplified into a movement of the will that is becoming quasi-permanent – a way of occupying the mind and transferring it to the heart so that with practice it becomes more “heartfulness” than “mindfulness”. \nThis is a nine-week course officially starting on Thursday\, January 9 2025\, at 6:30 pm Mountain Time. \nA wide range of topics is covered in this course. The topics for each week are: \nWeek 1 – The Pursuit of Happiness\nWeek 2 – The Human Condition\nWeek 3 – Centering Prayer\nWeek 4 – Sin\nWeek 5 – Suffering\nWeek 6 – Redemption\nWeek 7 – Love and The Trinity\nWeek 8 – Divine Indwelling\nWeek 9 – Divine Transformation \nEach week\, we will begin with Centering Prayer. Your facilitators will provide an introduction to the topic for the week and we will watch the video (20 to 25 minutes) together. Then we will take a break and you will look over the questions to be discussed in the break-out groups. Discussion will take place in the break-out groups and we will gather together once again to close out the class. \nTime Listed are Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the website link below to register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/heartfulness-transformation-in-christ-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20211221T165644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T025959Z
UID:120054-1768035600-1768046400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to explore or deepen your relationship with God? \nIn our introductory workshop to Centering Prayer\, you will discover a centuries-old prayer method. Centering Prayer consists of simply sitting in silence with God—beyond thoughts\, words\, and emotions—and opening our mind\, heart and whole being to the Ultimate Mystery. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn the basics of Centering Prayer\, experience it in a guided setting\, and be able to ask questions and share experiences with the presenter and your fellow initiates. \nCentering Prayer is based on a Christian contemplative practice first described in The Cloud of Unknowing\, written in the latter half of the 14th Century. It calls one to abandon any consideration of God’s attributes and actions\, and to surrender to The Creator’s influence in our lives. \n It is a very personal prayer practice but is also practiced in groups. It opens one to God’s infinite love and power to heal\, and opens the door to other related prayer practices around forgiveness\, and dealing with painful situations and emotions. \nTime listed for the workshop are Mountain Time. \nClick on the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-5/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20250807T164654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T164654Z
UID:156784-1768035600-1768046400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:New Year Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Begin the new year by deepening your relationship with God. Join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. The day provides time for communal Centering Prayer\, contemplative walks\, private journaling and reflection and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. \nPlease arrive by 8:45am. \nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated \nRegistration online at www.hsrcenter.com is appreciated but not required.\nFor more information\, please email Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com \n(Photo by Simon Berger\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/new-year-silent-saturday-4/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260112T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20260102T172455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T172455Z
UID:159455-1768242600-1768248000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Basic Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:If you enjoyed the Introductory Workshop and want to make Centering Prayer a daily practice\, this six-week basic course is the next step. Each week\, you will view a video-recorded talk on the Spiritual Journey by Fr. Thomas Keating\, followed by group discussion. \nThe course will cover: \nPrayer as relationship with God\,\nThe four levels of scriptural experience\,\nResting in God\,\nCentering Prayer as method and\,\nProgress in Centering Prayer. \nEach week\, we will begin with Centering Prayer. Your facilitators will provide an introduction to the topic for the week and we will watch the video (20 to 25 minutes) together. Then we will look over the questions to be discussed. Discussion will take place in the break-out groups and we will gather together once again to close out the class. \nTime Listed are Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the website link below to register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/basic-centering-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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260117T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20250902T174223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T174223Z
UID:157070-1768653000-1768663800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking a path to explore or strengthen your inner connection with God at the centre of your being? Centering Prayer is a practice that leads to contemplation by opening oneself to God’s love\, healing\, and inner goodness; moreover\, it nurtures the soul’s desire to grow in kindness and compassion towards all. \nThe online workshop offers a glimpse into this practice through short inputs on the method of Centering Prayer\, along with times of silent practice together. You are most welcome\, whether you are a beginner or simply desire to refresh your practice. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n12:30-3:30pm CET (UTC +2)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-via-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20250807T165129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T165205Z
UID:156790-1769245200-1769257800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Prayer is God’s personal and unique gift to each of us. If we are open to this gift\, it will profoundly affect our lives and relationship with God\, others\, and the world. Centering Prayer is a form of contemplative prayer. It is a method of prayer that opens us to interior transformation and deeper intimacy with God and others. The workshop includes four presentations and the practice of Centering Prayer. \nPlease arrive by 8:45am. \nFor more information\, please contact Sr. Chris at 818-815-4480 or centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com \nRegister at www.hsrcenter.com by January 21st with a non-refundable deposit of $10.00 \n)Photo by Juan Davila\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-22/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado%2C SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20230606T160520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224105Z
UID:135577-1770454800-1770463800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Love is Love is Love Visio Divina Online Half-Day Welcoming prayer – Centering Prayer: mini-retreat (1st Saturday of every month)
DESCRIPTION:Online Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)\n @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nFREE \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our Centering Prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (visual-Art) practices\, Terra-Divna (Nature) Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome who wish to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are! Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering Prayer Focus on Love\n9:45 Welcoming Prayer Embodied Love\n10:05 Centering Prayer\n10:35 Break\n10:45 Centering Prayer  Love is love is Love Reflections\n11:15-11:30 Closing prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-half-day-centering-prayer-reframing-our-views-of-god-mini-retreat-1st-saturday-of-every-month/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20240823T213714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T023621Z
UID:147177-1770892200-1770897600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Creating Self-Compassion Through Centering Prayer – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Blair Ashby over six Thursday sessions \nA foundational gift of practicing Centering Prayer is that we also begin caring for our mental and emotional well-being during our prayer sits. Fortunately\, this is also one definition of self-compassion. Frequently\, we start noticing this gift with a simple thought like\, “my days feel better since I began Centering Prayer.” Centering Prayer creates self-compassion because it requires us to learn and repeat the process of awareness (being present)\, acceptance\, and letting go while consenting to the presence and action of the Divine within us. \nWhat is happening in our brains biologically as we repeat this process of awareness\, acceptance\, and letting go? How does this process impact our mental and emotional well-being? The good news is when we do Centering Prayer\, the work of the Spirit is teaching us self-compassion\, and this class will help us understand some of the transformations enacted in this process. Finally\, by aiding our developing awareness\, acceptance\, and letting go\, the course will also offer us additional skills to increase compassion toward ourselves and others. \nOver the six weeks\, we will explore the physical changes Centering Prayer brings about in our brains. Then\, we will explore the corresponding mental\, emotional\, and spiritual transformations resulting from those changes. Most importantly\, in every class\, we will practice those tools for creating self-compassion by discussing what we experience; we will learn from each other. Through this weekly repetition\, participants will habituate new ways of caring for themselves. As we practice\, our lives will feel more meaningful\, grounded\, and empowered to share ourselves in the world through God-given grace. This class will include session of Centering Prayer. \nAbout Blair Ashby \nIn 1994\, Contemplative Outreach International asked Blair to transfer the Christian Contemplative Heritage video series to audio cassettes. In the first fifteen minutes of the introductory tape\, Fr. Thomas said so much about God and reality that Blair’s head exploded and unknowingly germinated a desire to experience and eventually teach this God-created reality. In 1997\, Contemplative Outreach of Colorado asked Blair to record Fr. Thomas live\, and Blair has been recording the annual conferences and fall retreats ever since. Through personal relationships with Fr. Thomas Keating and Fr. Tony D’Souza (Anthony DeMello’s apprentice)\, and the dozens of spiritual teachers he has recorded\, Blair has gained deep contemplative insights. He has practiced Centering Prayer and self-compassion for the past twenty-eight years. \nThis is a six-week class\, offered on Thursday mornings\, October 9 – November 13\, 2025\nTimes listed are mountain time (Denver\, CO) \nClick the website link below to learn more and register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/creating-self-compassion-through-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004148
CREATED:20231211T205015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T024027Z
UID:139211-1771059600-1771070400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Forgiveness Prayer
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. \nRecording note: This event will be recorded. All registrants will receive a copy of the Zoom recording within 2 weeks of the event. \nTime Listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the website link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-forgiveness-prayer/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20250902T174645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T174645Z
UID:157075-1771520400-1771768800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:3-Day Contemplative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“In silence\, God ceases to be an object and becomes an experience.”\n— Thomas Merton \nSharing silent prayer in the context of a retreat offers a profound experience of soul-to-soul connection — with fellow practitioners and with all living beings. \nThis 4-day retreat is designed to nourish the soul’s deep longing for intimacy with God\, inviting participants into a transformative journey through contemplation and the sacred practice of silence. \nHeld entirely in silence\, the retreat includes: \nTwo daily input sessions to deepen understanding of the Centering Prayer method and reflect on the contemplative path;\nMultiple periods of Centering Prayer each day;\nOpportunities for soul sharing with the guide (if desired);\nPersonal time for reflection and journaling. \nIt is recommended that: Participants have attended either a weekend Centering Prayer retreat or a one-day introductory workshop and maintain some level of ongoing practice. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/3-day-contemplative-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Monastery\, Missiezusters Klooster\, 20\, Steyl\, Venlo\, 5935 BX\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20260129T191110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T191110Z
UID:160618-1772269200-1772280000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Aging as a Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:No doubt that aging is an emotional\, physical\, and psychological experience for many of us as we grow older. The journey is made more complex because our culture does not support us as we transition from the celebrated stage of youth to elderhood. It is\, therefore\, very important that we find another way—a more “excellent way” as St. Paul said—to traverse the path. \nThis retreat will offer spiritual practices from the disciplines of Centering Prayer and Buddhist meditation that will not only help us navigate the aging process but enable us to thrive in the process. \nMeet the Presenter\nThe Rev. Carlyle Gill has been an Episcopal priest for nearly 50 years and a practitioner of Centering Prayer for 25 years. She has led many Centering Prayer introductory retreats\, as well as longer retreats. \nTime listed is in Eastern Standard Time. Please see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/aging-as-a-spiritual-practice/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260306T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20251119T173107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T173248Z
UID:158228-1772784000-1772989200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
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SUMMARY:2026 United in Prayer Global Zoom Vigil
DESCRIPTION:March 6-7\, 2026\n34th Annual United in Prayer Day\nA free\, globally-hosted 18-hour prayer vigil accessible via Zoom\nIn the global unity of silence as God’s first language and in honor of Thomas Keating’s birthday (March 7)\,\nwe hold vigil for the suffering of all creation\, for peace in our hearts and peace on Earth\,\nand we affirm the growing presence of Christ among us.\n  \nJoin in silence and community at any time\, as many times as you are able. Each hour will include at least 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and an offering from the hosting group. Some will prayer several or more consecutive hours to create an in-home retreat. \nAs we participate in this community prayer\, let us remember and hold in our hearts all the members of the worldwide Centering Prayer community who do not have access to Zoom/ internet technology\, including those who live in remote areas and those who are incarcerated. \n  \nNo registration necessary. The event begins on Friday March 6 at 9pm Eastern Time (UTC-5).  \nPlease use this Zoom link here to enter the chapel. \nor use may use meeting ID meeting ID is 811 0469 4536\npasscode: silence \nThe current schedule is:\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nUTC -5/ Eastern Time\nHosting Group\nContent planned – all groups will include 20-25 minutes (or more) of Centering Prayer (CP).\n\n\n9 PM Friday March 6\nCO of Philippines\nCP and TBD\n\n\n10 PM Friday March 6\nCO Western Australia\nCP and TBD\n\n\n11 PM Friday March 6\nCO of Hawaiʻi\nEmbodied Welcoming Prayer and Centering Prayer at sunset\n\n\nMidnight\nCO Korea\n20 min. CP\, 20 min. Lectio and sharings\n\n\n1:00 AM\nCO Hawaii Kauai\nVisio Divina\n\n\n2:00 AM\nCO South Africa\nCP and The Gift of Lent\n\n\n3:00 AM\nCO Italian group\nCP and TBD\n\n\n4:00 AM\nCO Czechia Slovakia\n25 min CP and “A Life Surrendered to Love”\n\n\n5:00 AM\nCO of London\nCP and TBD\n\n\n6:00 AM\nCO Dublin\nCP and TBD\n\n\n7:00 AM\nCO Minnesota\nIntro\, 25 min CP\, Lectio\, prayers\n\n\n8:00 AM\nGerman-speaking groups\nCP and TBD\n\n\n9:00 AM\nCO Francophone group\nCP and TBD\n\n\n10:00 AM\nArmenian Centering Prayer Group\nCP and TBD\n\n\n11:00 AM\nFoundation For Human Development\nCP and TBD\n\n\n12:00 PM\nExtensión Contemplativa Internacional\nCP and TBD\n\n\n1:00 PM\nOutside the Walls\nCP and TBD\n\n\n2:00 PM\nAlberta\, Canada\, CP Network\nNature meditation & closing blessing
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/2026-united-in-prayer-global-zoom-gathering/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Ltd":MAILTO:office@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260307T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20240122T230320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224134Z
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SUMMARY:Blooming in Centering Prayer with Physio Divina ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:Blooming in Centering Prayer with Visio Divina Online (1st Saturday of every month)\nMay 4 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nFREE\na half day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month) \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our Centering Prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (Visual-Art) practices\, Terra-Divina (Nature)\, Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome all who wish to join us. \nDates 2024 ( the zoom link is the same for all these dates): March 2\, April 6\, May 4\, June 1\, July 6\, August 3\, September 7\, October 5\, November 2\, December 7 \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are! Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering Prayer\n9:40 Break\n9:45 Centering Prayer\n10:10 Break\n10:20 Visio Divina and Reflections\n11:15 Closing prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/blooming-in-centering-prayer-with-visio-divina-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T174159Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20260216T194739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T194739Z
UID:160966-1773478800-1773489600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:During Lent\, this quiet morning\, free from daily activities\, gives participants time for a communal gathering in silence and Centering Prayer. Along with scheduled prayers with contemplative walks is unstructured time for private journaling or reflection\, and enjoyment of the beautiful grounds of Holy Spirit Retreat Center. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice.\n(Arrival 8:45 am) \nRegistration online at hsrcenter.com is appreciated\, but not required.\nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated.\nFor more information contact Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lent-silent-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T004149
CREATED:20260220T201548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T201548Z
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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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