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SUMMARY:A Sacred Pause Silent Wisdom Retreat: A Curated Retreat for Contemplatives Under 50
DESCRIPTION:In a society bombarded with the allure of external validation and perpetual striving\, we often find ourselves caught in the relentless pursuit of relevance\, accomplishment\, and fleeting happiness. Yet\, amidst this tumult\, there exists a timeless wisdom that transcends the ephemeral promises of the world—a wisdom that beckons us to turn inward\, to listen to the Holy One’s heart in the depths of our being. \nDrawing from the insights of contemplatives\, mystics\, and Wisdom teachers\, this retreat offers a space to pause together with others to engage contemplative wisdom practices and inner exploration. Inspired by the teachings of luminaries such as Thomas Keating\, Henri Nouwen and Cynthia Bourgeault\, we embark on a transformative journey to recalibrate our gaze\, redirecting it from the external trappings of success to the quiet rhythm of the heart\, our organ of spiritual senses. \nThroughout our time together\, we will engage a rhythm of guided discussions\, contemplative practices\, and silent reflection that cultivates the inner postures of surrender and receptivity. At the heart of this retreat lies a profound invitation—to unravel the layers of conditioning that bind us\, to relinquish the need for control\, and to trust in the unfolding of life. \nJoin us on this sacred journey of profound surrender to the wisdom that resides within. Come tap into a deep wellspring of resilience and inner peace\, unveiling the essence of our true nature. Together\, let us embrace the transformative power of contemplation. \nMinimum of 25 participants needed. \nFacilitators \nColleen Thomas is a Spiritual Director and long-time practitioner of Centering Prayer who delights in companioning others on their spiritual journey facilitating contemplative prayer groups\, workshops and retreats. Her particular passion is for widening the reach of contemplative practice and teaching to younger and BIPOC communities. Colleen earned her MA in Theology and Art from Fuller Theological Seminary. She worked in television in Los Angeles for 15 years before relocating to her hometown of Washington D.C. where she continues to explore her creative passions while enjoying the close companionship of her family. You can discover more about her work at https://soulcarela.com/and hear her in conversation about Centering Prayer and the contemplative life on the “Opening Minds\, Opening Hearts” podcast. \nHeather Ruce is a Wisdom Spiritual Director who offers Wisdom Practice Circles\, Retreats\, and Wisdom Schools focused on the expansive Christian Wisdom Tradition. She works within the lineage of Wisdom Teacher Cynthia Bourgeault whom she has been a student of for over a decade. Heather weaves her Masters in Marital & Family Therapy and training in Somatic Experiencing\, Organic Intelligence & Spiritual Direction into her teaching and guidance in various Wisdom practices\, all in service of waking up and putting on the Mind of Christ. Find out more at heatherruce.com. \nSchedule (subject to change) \nThursday\, July 11th\n5:30 Dinner\n7:00 Welcome & Introductions\, followed by Centering Prayer & Practices \nFriday – Sunday\, July 12th-14th\n7:30 Breakfast in Silence\n9:00 Centering Prayer & Other Wisdom Practices\n9:45 Silent Break\n10:00 Theme and Reflection Session One\n11:15 Silent Break\n11:30 Centering Prayer & Other Wisdom Practices\n12:00 Silent Lunch followed by Silent Contemplative Free Time with reflection questions\n3:00 Centering Prayer & Other Wisdom Practices\n4:00 Silent Break\n4:15 Theme and Reflection Session Two\n5:30 Silent Dinner\n7:00 Theme and Reflection Session Three\, followed by Centering Prayer & Practices \nMonday\, July 15th\n7:30 Breakfast in Silence\n9:00 Centering Prayer & Other Wisdom Practices\n9:45 Silent Break\n10:00 Theme and Final Reflection Session\n11:00 Silent Break\n11:15 Closing Reflections & Circle\n12:00 Lunch \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-sacred-pause-silent-wisdom-retreat-a-curated-retreat-for-contemplatives-under-50/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Burlingame\, 2300 Adeline Drive\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:CENTERING PRAYER / ELFOGADÁS IMA ISMERTETÉSE
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Keating Atya szavaival:\n• Az Ima mint kapcsolat\n• Az Elfogadás Ima módszere és gyakorlása\n• Gondolatok az imában\n• Kapcsolatunk elmélyítése Istennel \nIdőpont: 2024. július 6. szombat\, 10h-16h óráig\nHelyszín: Szent Margit Gimnázium (1114 Budapest\, Villányi út 5-7.) \nAz Elfogadás Imáját ismerteti: Viczián Ildikó\, a Contemplative Outreach előadója\nAdományt köszönettel fogadunk.\nTovábbi információ: viczianildiko@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-elfogadas-ima-ismertetese/
LOCATION:Szent Margit Gimnázium\, Villányi út 5-7.\, Budapest\, Pest\, 1114\, Hungary
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ildik%C3%B3 Viczi%C3%A1n":MAILTO:viczianildiko@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240706T123000
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SUMMARY:Quiet Day with Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina – in German language (Zoom online event)
DESCRIPTION:An diesem Tag gönnen wir uns\, einmal für ein paar Stunden scheinbar nichts zu machen\, wir lassen einfach geschehen. Wir legen die Handys beiseite (falls wir es nicht zum Teilnehmen am Zoom Meeting benötigen)\, lassen den Alltag hinter uns und verbringen die Zeit weitgehend schweigend miteinander. Wir habe Zeit für stille Meditation (Centering Prayer oder eine andere Form des stillen Gebets)\, Meditation mit einem Text (Lectio Divina) und vielleicht auch eine Zeit abseits des Computers in der Natur oder der Umgebung\, in der wir leben.\nWir werden einen ins deutsche übersetzten Text von Thomas Keating lesen aus der Publikation ‘That we may be one – Christliche Non-Dualität’.\nEs sind keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich\, es erfolgt allerdings keine Einführung in die stille Meditation.\nDer gemeinsame Tag beginnt um 9:00 Uhr und endet gegen 12:30 Uhr. [3:00 am until 6:00 am New York 🙁 ] \nRegistrierung erforderlich bis 12:00 Uhr einen Tag vor dem Event. \nAll times in CET
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/quiet-day-with-centering-prayer-and-lectio-divina-in-german-language-zoom-online-event-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oliver Kintzel/Berlin":MAILTO:oliver.kintzel@centering-prayer-berlin.de
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240629T130000
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SUMMARY:Seven-Day Intensive and Post Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer retreats immerse participants in the practice of Centering Prayer as taught by Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. This two-track retreat will allow the participants to come together for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina and meal times. The retreat will provide an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. Persons new to long retreats (4+ days) are encouraged to choose the Intensive Track\, which includes watching a daily video followed by discussion. Persons with experience in long retreats may choose the Post Intensive Track\, which includes additional prayer periods. \nPlease see the link below to register or contact Ann Koerner if you have questions: +1. 262-282-8622\, akoerner45@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/seven-day-intensive-and-post-intensive-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Koerner%2C CSA  akoerner45@gmail.com":MAILTO:Akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240623T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
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SUMMARY:Intensive/Post Intensive - Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enter into a more profound level of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence and community. The Eight-Day Intensive and concurrent Post-Intensive Retreat is designed to strengthen one’s discipline and practice of Centering Prayer. We will be in grand silence. \nThe Intensive also provides a conceptual framework for the prayer through the viewing of selected DVDs from Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey Series. This retreat is for those with some experience with Centering Prayer.\nPost-Intensive is for those who have previously made an Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat. Times of silence and periods of Centering Prayer are increased. \nFee:  $700.00 — all rooms private\nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by June 7th with a non-refundable deposit of $50.\nFor more information contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or +1-818-815-4480
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/intensive-post-intensive-eight-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T140000
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SUMMARY:Bi-monthly Tech Circle ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:A space where we connect\, explore questions and co-learn with a view to building our capacity to serve others in our community and beyond. \nWe’ve added dates for the year every couple of months. We met most recently on a Saturday at 1pm Eastern Time (ET) but not everyone was able to attend and so we’ve also added an alternating Friday night event too. \nThe remaining dates for the year are: \nJune 22nd 1pm ET \nAugust 30th 8pm ET \nOctober 26th 1pm ET \nDecember 7th 8pm ET \nIf you are interested in attending these circles but have a question please email: matt@coutreach.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/bi-monthly-tech-circle-online-3/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Scrimgeour":MAILTO:matt@coutreach.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240623
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Lectio Divina
DESCRIPTION:A Taste of Lectio Divina \nImagine what your spiritual life would be like if you were able to open yourself to the Word in Scripture\, allowing the Spirit to guide you\, learning about yourself and God’s will for you? \nLectio Divina\, meaning “divine reading”\, is the ancient interactive form of praying with Scripture\, which allows us to explore the Sacred Word’s inner meaning. \nThe workshop will include:\n• An Introduction to the method of Lectio Divina\n• Delving into the “four senses” of Scripture – the literal\, the allegorical\, the moral/behavioral\, and the unitive\n• Practicing the method using passages from the New Testament \nJoin this exploration of sacred texts that help us move from an acquaintance with God to a transformative relationship with the Divine. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-taste-of-lectio-divina/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240623T173000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and Living the Compassionate Life
DESCRIPTION:How do we make a compassionate presence a part of our spiritual journey? It begins with giving ourselves time to reflect\, time to become aware of the presence and action of the Divine in our lives. During this retreat we will take time to integrate our Centering Prayer practice with compassion\, increase our self-care and practice compassion with growing discernment. \nJoin us at Bethany Retreat Center as we continue the spiritual journey with a look at the elements of Boundless Compassion and Centering Prayer\, a seed of Compassion. \nFor more information about the facilitators and to register\, please see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-living-the-compassionate-life/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240621T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240623T160000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Silent Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Saint Benedict Center\nSchuyler\, NE. 1.5 hours West of Omaha\, NE \nYou are invited to gather with us for our summer retreat giving time to be present in the beauty of nature\, prayer and solitude. \nCome enjoy the beautiful grounds of Saint Benedict Center at the perfect time of year to rest in deep silence. Our retreat will begin with the Friday evening meal and conclude Sunday after lunch.\nWe will maintain silence with half-hour sits being offered though out our time together. \nIf you have a committed Centering Prayer practice and would like to deepen your practice\, this is perfect for you! \nCost $330.00 due by June 7th\, retreat limited to 15 people\nRegistration is on our website. See link below. \nPrivate room\, all meals from Friday evening to Sunday noon and programing are provided.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-silent-weekend-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Benedict Center\, 1126 Road I\, Schuyler\, NE\, 68661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T120000
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SUMMARY:Thomas Merton: Finding the Gate to Paradise Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Merton was a mystic giant. He wrote 50 books and 2\,000 poems in 27 years. The first printing of his autobiography\, The Seven Story Mountain\, in 1948 was planned for 7\,500 copies. It sold over 600\,000. By 1984\, more than 3\,000\,000 additional copies had sold. \nMerton invites God seekers to go deeper and wider as we discover the difference between our “True Self” and our “False Self.” As we let go of defining our self by power\, prestige\, and possessions and discover that we are more than what we do\, what people say about us\, and what we own\, we are then able to remember that we are made in God’s image–and with us God is well pleased. \nAs we discover the holy in us\, we become equipped to be a vehicle of the Good News by what we do\, by what we say\, and mostly by who we are. Merton wrote\, “At the center of our being is a point of nothingness which is untouched by sin and by illusions\, a point of truth\, a point or spark which belongs to God.” Therefore\, “to be a saint is to be myself.” \nAs we go deeper in our faith and remember who we are in God’s eyes\, we are able to discover that we can connect with the core of other religions. In his final talk before his death\, Merton said\, “This new language of prayer has to come out of something which transcends all our traditions and comes out of the immediacy of love.” Merton himself had one of his deepest mystical experiences gazing at the rock statue of the Buddha in Polonnaruwa\, Sri Lanka. \nThis half-day retreat will include a presentation\, time for silent meditation\, and a plenary. Our focus will be Merton’s invitation to live a cruciform life: one that is vertically connected to God and horizontally connected to our fellow souls and to “this fragile earth our island home.” \nMeet Bishop Porter Taylor\nBishop Porter Taylor is the retired bishop of Western North Carolina and recently served two years as visiting bishop in the Diocese of Virginia. He earned a Ph.D. in Literature and Theology from Emory University. He is the author of three books: From Anger to Zion: An Alphabet of Faith; To Dream as God Dreams: Sermons of Community\, Conversion\, and Hope; and his most recent\, Are You Persuaded? In and Out of Being a Bishop. He and his wife\, Jo\, live in Asheville\, North Carolina\, with their dog\, Sadie. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/thomas-merton-finding-the-gate-to-paradise-everywhere/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Five-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a five day experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, and community. \nThe retreat offers two tracks. The intensive track is recommended for people who have completed the introductory workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The post-intensive track is for those people who have previously made an extended day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. \nBoth the intensive and post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat provide daily experiences of silence\, solitude\, walking\, hiking\, yoga\, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. \nScholarship Assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact Reservations for application\, reservations@stmaryssewanee.org\, 931-598-5342. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/five-day-centering-prayer-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240610
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SUMMARY:Forming Future Keepers of the Tradition: Young Contemplatives Retreat
DESCRIPTION:All young contemplatives and professionals 50 and under are welcome to this Centering Prayer retreat. \nGenerous scholarships are available. \nPlease email snowmasscoc@gmail.com with questions and interest.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/forming-future-keepers-of-the-tradition-young-contemplatives-retreat/
LOCATION:The Lama Foundation\, PO Box 240\, San Christobal\, NM\, 87564\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20210106T214157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T210742Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop – Online \nSat\, Jun 1st from 9:00am to 12:00pm US Central Daylight Time  \nThis workshop is offered online by the Church of Conscious Harmony. Learn the basics for beginning a Centering Prayer daily practice\, using the Contemplative Outreach course based on Fr. Thomas Keating’s book\, “Open Mind\, Open Heart”. It includes four follow-up meetings via Zoom held four consecutive Tues 12:00-1:15pm US CDT beginning Jun 4th.  \nThe cost is $15. Please register with the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Office Mgr - CCH":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20230803T191848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T191848Z
UID:136865-1717230600-1717259400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Christianity at the Dawning of the Second Axial Age
DESCRIPTION:Annual Day of Reflection with The Rev. Matthew Wright \nMany thinkers today believe we are entering a “Second Axial Age” — a great shift in consciousness and spirituality equal to that which produced the headwaters of our great religious traditions between roughly 800-200 BCE. This next shift is related closely to the process of globalization\, and our emerging sense and planetary need for oneness. Profound Interspiritual permeability will characterize this next phase. We will examine the insights modern Christian Mystics such as Teilhard de Chardin\, Bede Griffiths\, and Raimon Panikkar offer us. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nThis program will include a morning and an afternoon session of Centering Prayer. \nThe Rev. Matthew Wright is an Episcopal priest\, writer\, and retreat leader working to renew the Christian Wisdom tradition within a wider interspiritual framework. He has been a student of Cynthia Bourgeault since 2010. Alongside his practice of Christianity\, Matthew draws deeply from the sacred worlds of Islamic Sufism and Vedanta Hinduism. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-christianity-at-the-dawning-of-the-second-axial-age/
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=UTC:20240531T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240215T142820Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Sourced from the depths of Christian contemplative tradition\, Centering Prayer has emerged as a life-changing prayer practice for those who embrace it. Centering Prayer is a receptive method of Christian silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer; prayer in which we experience God’s presence within us\, closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer.\nJoin us to learn the method or to renew your practice of this ancient form of silent prayer. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-11/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240525T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240111T182421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T182421Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:In this season of new life and promise\, it is good to take a quiet morning for Centering Prayer and silence. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation.\nThe day provides time for communal prayers with contemplative walks\, time for private journaling\, reflection\, and an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful grounds of Holy Spirit Retreat Center.\nAll are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice.\nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated. \nRegistration online at hsrcenter.com is appreciated but not required.\nFor more information contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/spring-silent-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20230803T185226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T185226Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
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. \nIn-person and online. \n$50 donation suggested. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-12/
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=America/Halifax:20240517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240206T181805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T160147Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop Retreat
DESCRIPTION:THREE-DAY CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT\nMay 17 – 19\, 2024 \nCENTERING PRAYER INTRODUCTORY RETREAT\n– Learning to improve our conscious contact with the God of our understanding through prayer and meditation together. – \n“Silence is a great common denominator between people and also between us and God. God’s first language is silence.  Everything else is a poor translation. It is by entering into silence that we are best able to hear God.”  Fr. Thomas Keating\nThis retreat offers:  An in-depth experience of silent prayer/meditation; an introduction to Centering Prayer (including its use within an 11th Step Practice); and a presentation on The Human Condition.\nWe have come to believe that true healing can only happen though our conscious connection with a Higher Power.  As we consent to God’s presence and action within us through the Centering Prayer practice\, we open ourselves to the exact healing we most need.\nThis retreat also includes four continuing sessions by Zoom on Saturdays 9:00-10:00 am Eastern Time; dates TBD by attendees.\nThis is an opportunity for deeper union with God through communal sharing of silence and stillness. For those making their first silent retreat\, there will be periods of silent prayer as well as presentations on “The Method” with discussion.  We will also share videos by Fr. Thomas Keating on The Human Condition.\nDetails:  Location is the Sisters of Charity Motherhouse\, 5900 Delhi Road\, Mt. St. Joseph\, OH 45051                           Arrival on May 17 at 3:00pm; Depart on May 19 at 1:30pm.\nRetreat Leaders:  John Orr\, Gina DiGirolamo\, Bill Tonnis – Commissioned Presenters\, Contemplative Outreach\, LTD.\nCost: $250 includes private room w/bath\, all meals\, and a copy of “Open Mind Open Heart” by Thomas Keating. Commuters: $175 – includes all meals and book.  Registration with deposit of $125 or $62.50 respectively required by May 13.  Limited partial scholarships available.\nRegister by mail with the form below or online at co-gcnky.org via the Donate link.  For online registration\, please include information requested in the form below in the comment section of the Donation Page.\nContact Bill Tonnis @ billtonnis2012@gmail.com with questions.\nRegistration by Mail with check payable to Contemplative Outreach of Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (COGCNKY).  Mail to COGCNKY c/o JOHN ORR\, 5589 Day Drive\, Milford\, OH 45150.  Please print all information and indicate whether staying overnight or commuting.\nName ___________________________ Address ________________________________________ Email____________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Include a note describing dietary restrictions/mobility limitations with your registration.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-workshop-enrichment/
LOCATION:Sisters of Charity Motherhouse\, 5900 Delhi Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky":MAILTO:cogcnky@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20231027T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T201048Z
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SUMMARY:7-Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive
DESCRIPTION:The seven-day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive Retreat offered from Monday\, May 13 to Sunday\, May 19\, 2024\, provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. The Intensive track will follow the Contemplative Outreach guidelines for an Intensive Retreat including six 30-minute Centering Prayer periods daily plus viewing and faith sharing on Thomas Keating’s Human Condition teachings. The Post Intensive track provides an additional 30 minutes of Centering Prayer with time for daily solitude. Retreat leaders: Leslee Anne Terpay and Br. Bernard Delcourt are available for soul-friending. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating as one wishes contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life including daily Holy Eucharist. An established practice of Centering Prayer for at least 6-months is highly recommended. \nMonday check-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45pm. The retreat concludes with breakfast on the last day with optional attendance at Holy Eucharist. \nCost for the retreat is $990. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. Register by e-mail or phone with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. \nIf you have questions about the retreat content or which track is best for you\, please contact retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net. \nTo find out more about Holy Cross Monastery\, visit their website at: www.holycrossmonastery.com \nRetreat Leaders \nLeslee Anne Terpay As a Contemplative Outreach Commissioned Presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina\, Leslee shares Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the Christian Spiritual Journey in workshop and retreat settings. She is part of the Service Team that stewards Fr. Thomas’s teaching for serving Centering Prayer Retreats. She is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, CO and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nBr. Bernard Delcourt is the US Director of Associates for the Order of the Holy Cross. Bernard is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. Bernard has been a monk since 2004. Before becoming a monk\, he was an investment banker and then a life and business skills coach. He is a spiritual director and regularly visits General Theological Seminary in New York to offer spiritual direction to students and staff.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/7-day-centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240307T210245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T210245Z
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SUMMARY:Coloring Outside the Lines by Returning to Elementary Questioning: ‘How Should I Contemplate?’ - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, via ZOOM\, for a morning with Dr. Carmen Acevedo Butcher as she guides us in this session with the purpose of deepening and personalizing our own practice\, both individually and collectively\, with a heart for becoming more self- and others- compassionate. \nTimes noted are in Eastern Daylight Time. See link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/coloring-outside-the-lines-by-returning-to-elementary-questioning-how-should-i-contemplate-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20200727T205038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T222327Z
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SUMMARY:1-Day Centering Prayer Retreat – Sacred Embodiment
DESCRIPTION:1-Day Centering Prayer Retreat  – Sacred Embodiment \nMay 11th\, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm CDT\, offered by The Church of Conscious Harmony. Led by Sharon Johnson\, this in-person retreat includes times of Centering Prayer with gentle restorative yoga and stretching. It will be held in the fellowship hall. Bring a brown bag lunch. If you have a yoga mat\, block\, bolster\, blankets or evo band\, please bring them. Space is limited. \nTo register or for more information\, please select the event website registration link below or contact The Church of Conscious Harmony at 512-347-9673.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-one-day-virtual-retreat/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Office Mgr - CCH":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240505T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240125T171421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T171421Z
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SUMMARY:I AM That I AM: The Invitation at the Center of Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative prayer draws us to the center of our being where Silence opens us to God’s dynamic\, spacious\, ever-evolving reality — the God Who is\, not the God we expect. In this silent retreat\, through periods of Centering Prayer; contemplative practices; simple body exercises; contemplative conversation; and quiet time for reflection\, reading\, and walking the grounds\, we will heed the call to meet the God of unsettling mystery and grace\, sometimes unfamiliar and unpredictable\, sometimes wonderfully surprising and bountiful. \nThis silent retreat\, intended for those with a Centering Prayer or other contemplative prayer practice\, will draw on the writings of Thomas Keating\, Ilia Delio\, Teilhard de Chardin\, Meister Eckhart\, and others. It will offer the opportunity to explore your experiences with the Sacred and reflect on how and whether your image and relationship with the divine have changed over the years. Where is God calling to you? How are you responding? \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/i-am-that-i-am-the-invitation-at-the-center-of-contemplative-prayer/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240403T165902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170122Z
UID:143547-1714813200-1714824000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Intro Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person event. \nWorkshop Highlights:\n– Introduces participants to the method and background of Centering Prayer\n– Offers two opportunities to practice Centering Prayer\n– Follow-up meetings offered \nFour Topics\n1. Prayer as Relationship\n2. The Method of Centering Prayer\n3. Thoughts and the Us of the Sacred Word\n4. Deepening our Relationship with God \nTime zone: Pacific Time \nTo register\, please email cliffg4250@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-intro-workshop/
LOCATION:All Saints by the Sea Church\, 83 Eucalyptus Lane\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brenda Hudson and Clifford Gilb":MAILTO:cliffg4250@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20230803T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T192005Z
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SUMMARY:The Gospel of Love: Finding Wholeness with Julian of Norwich in Fragmented Times
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Mark S. Burrows\, Ph.D. \nAt the turn of the 15th century\, Julian of Norwich received 16 “showings” as a middle-aged woman and spent the rest of her life “beholding” them. She eventually produced a book at once provocative and accessible\, expanding these “visions of love.” What Julian offers is a remarkably complex and compelling vision of the immensity of God’s generosity\, and the radical call of compassion this calls us to embody in our lives. Join us to explore ways to discover your life held by God’s healing wholeness. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nThis program will include a morning and an afternoon session of Centering Prayer. \nMark S. Burrows\, Ph.D.\, is an in-demand retreat leader in the U.S. and Europe. A leading voice in the work of integrating theology and the arts\, he is widely respected for his work on the Christian mystical tradition. He is also well known as a poet\, editor\, and author. Mark is a member of the Iona Community and an oblate at Glastonbury Abbey. He lives and writes in Camden\, ME. \nPlease use the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-gospel-of-love-finding-wholeness-with-julian-of-norwich-in-fragmented-times/
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=UTC:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240408T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T201133Z
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SUMMARY:Arising...a Quiet Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a quiet time away for reflection and prayer to be connected to the Center of all that is? Join others at Westminster Presbyterian for this day “Arising” in prayerful community with opportunities for \n– Centering Prayer in community;\n– EarthWhispers to make connections to the Divine Presence in the natural world;\n– Walking a Labyrinth…with your feet or fingers;\n– Yoga with Journaling (am) and Tai Chi (pm)…to connect body and Spirit;\n– Sung Prayer in community;\n– Meeting individually with another pilgrim (a leader within the group) to converse about your life’s journey.\nNote: Several of the above are free time options. Participants may choose what to attend\, or they may choose to not attend structured options. \nRegister by email to coneiowa@gmail.com\, and include name and phone number\, on or before Monday\, April 22. More info about food\, parking\, etc. will be shared with those who register. \nA free will donation is welcome to defray the day’s costs. \nWestminster Presbyterian Church is at 1301 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/arising-a-quiet-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church (Iowa)\, 1301 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50702\, 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=America/New_York:20240426T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240126T212614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T094613Z
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SUMMARY:Bi-monthly Tech Circle ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:A space where we connect\, explore questions and co-learn with a view to building our capacity to serve others in our community and beyond. \nWe’ve added dates for the year every couple of months. We met most recently on a Saturday at 1pm ET but not everyone was able to attend and so we’ve also added an alternating Friday night event too. \nThe remaining dates for the year are: \nApril 26th 8pm ET\nYou can register for our April circle NOW \nJune 22nd 1pm ET \nAugust 30th 8pm ET \nOctober 26th 1pm ET \nDecember 7th 8pm ET \nIf you are interested in attending these circles but have a question please email: matt@coutreach.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/bi-monthly-tech-circle-online-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Scrimgeour":MAILTO:matt@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240426T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T012717
CREATED:20240215T143031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T143105Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:God — the source of true joy and lasting peace — is not outside\, at a distance from ourselves. God is the very origin of ourselves. Contemplatives of all traditions know that\, as the author of The Cloud of Unknowing writes\, “God is your being.” Contemplative practice is a means of sinking into the deeper parts of ourselves and waking up to our rootedness in God as the Ground of Being.\nBut it can be a struggle to sit still and “just be.” The capacity to be is the mystical way of deep prayer & contemplation: resting in God beyond the activity of our mind\, body & email — resting in God as the Beingness of our being\, the Source of our self. \nWeaving teachings from Fr. Thomas Keating\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, Rupert Spira\, and The Cloud of Unknowing\, this retreat explores how Centering Prayer opens us to God’s Being within us and the Becoming of God expressed in our daily lives. \nJoin this Centering Prayer retreat to explore:\n· God as the universal Ground of Being\n· Why oneness with God is so practical\n· Contemplation as a way of opening to our natural state of mind\n· The role of attention & “Objectless awareness” in Centering Prayer\n· Finding God as closer that breath \nGod’s peace and presence of God are at the source of our very selves. \nJoin this retreat to explore in theory and practice! Please see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach South Africa National Conference
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome! \nVENUE: PADRE PIO RETREAT CENTRE\, PRETORIA\nDATE: 26 APRIL – 30 APRIL 2024\nwith Mary Dwyer \nRegistration fee options: \n1. Entire conference\, full board\, single room including banquet: R3000.00\n2. Entire conference\, full board\, shared room including banquet: R2600.00\n3. Entire conference\, non-residential\, meals and banquet included: R1500.00\n4. Day Visitors\, 09:00 – 17.00\, tea/coffee included\, bring own lunch: R450 per day\n5. Day visitors\, 09.00 – 17.00\, tea/coffee included and banquet included: R700 \nNON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT WITH REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 50% OF INDICATED FEE\, EXCLUDING DAY VISITORS. \nFor enquiries: Wendy Maree 012 993 3525/0823399969/ wndmaree@gmail.com \nPlease send the following information: \nNAME:\nEmail address:\nContact number: \nDietary preferences \nOption 1 2 3 4 5 Total: R ___ Deposit: R____ \nPayment method: EFT Payable to:\nCONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH PRETORIA\nNEDBANK\, MENLYN\nACCOUNT NUMBER: 1697057969\nBRANCH CODE: 169745\nPOP TO: Wendy Maree\, email: wndmaree@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-outreach-south-africa-national-conference/
LOCATION:Padre Pio Retreat Center\, 25 Kort Street\, Pretoria\, Rietvalleirand\, 0181\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach South Africa":MAILTO:bja2885@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:A Weekend Retreat: “Deepening the Contemplative Path  And the Gift of Emotional Healing”
DESCRIPTION:April 26 – 28\, 2024\nSt. Emma’s Monastery \nGreensburg\, Pennsylvania\nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Pittsburgh \nOur spring retreat will be led by Jim McElroy. Jim is on the governing board for Contemplative Outreach\, and has been on the leadership team of 12-Step Outreach since its formation in 2005. He is the former coordinator of CO St. Louis\, is on the Welcoming Prayer Service Team\, and is a member of the Living Flame teaching team. Retreat will include presentations with dialogue on the Human Condition\, Divine Therapy the Welcoming Prayer.   There will be private time for Centering Prayer. silence\, and soul-friending\,  \nPreregister by emailing victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-weekend-retreat-two-transformation-methods/
LOCATION:St. Emma Monastery\, 1001 Harvey Avenue\, Greensburg\, PA\, 15601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria E Graham":MAILTO:coordinator@pghcenteringprayer.org
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SUMMARY:After the Resurrection with Fr. Carl Arico - in person or via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Each feast of the liturgical year is both an event to be celebrated and a grace to be received.”\n– Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO\, The Mystery of Christ: The Liturgy as Spiritual Experience \nJoin us for a day of Centering Prayer\, recollection and celebration as Fr. Carl Arico explores with us the graces to be received in the grand liturgical feast of Pentecost. What unfolds for us in the time between the Resurrection and Pentecost? How does the feast of Pentecost touch our hearts? Let us linger together and ponder that “The Spirit…is not given only once… it is an ongoing promise\, an endless promise…always\, fulfilled and always being fulfilled.”(Fr. Keating\, The Mystery of Christ) \nThis day of recollection offers TWO ways to participate: attend in-person at The Center at Mariandale\, or join in on Zoom. Time listed is Eastern Time. \nFee: $50.00 with lunch in person; $30.00 ZOOM. Fr. Carl’s presentation will be recorded and available to all who register. Please see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/after-the-resurrection-with-fr-carl-arico-in-person-or-via-zoom/
LOCATION:The Center at Mariandale\, 299 North HIghland Ave\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="CO of Westchester":MAILTO:antnot@yahoo.com
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