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SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey Program for Young Contemplatives (weekly) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the COL Young Contemplatives community for weekly gatherings exploring the essential teachings of Thomas Keating. \nThe Spiritual Journey program is a series of teachings structured in five parts. The program consists of 100 videos\, all of which are accessible online.\nThese teachings provide a backbone for the contemplative life and the psychological background for the work of Centering Prayer in the formation of our spiritual lives. \nBeginning Saturday\, July 13th 2024 and each Saturday after\, facilitators from our Young Contemplatives community will hold space for our 40s and under community to journey together through the program. \nEach Saturday for one hour\, 10:30am – 11:30am (Eastern Time US) a facilitator will guide a small group through the program. The hour will consist of a short Centering Prayer sit\, viewing of the video teaching from the week’s session\, followed by a time of faith sharing and discussion around the week’s themes. \nThese are open\, drop-in meetings. No pre-registration is required. Anyone is welcome to join as often as possible! We recognize it may not be feasible to come every Saturday but do encourage you to follow along with the sessions\, viewing the videos for the previous week(s) you may have missed. \nWe ask that those who join do so with their camera-on. The Zoom space will be monitored by the facilitator(s) to create a sacred and safe space. If you are not able to be fully present and participatory with your camera on we kindly ask that you complete the session on your own and join us another week! \nClick here to join the Zoom sessions.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/young-contemplatives-weekly-spiritual-journey-group-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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SUMMARY:Introductory Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer which deepens our relationship with God\, the indwelling Presence\, closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This event will combine dimensions of the Introductory Centering Prayer Workshop with those of a silent retreat as designed by Thomas Keating and Contemplative Outreach. It will serve as a beginning for those who have no experience of this practice\, as a refresher for those who need it\, and a silent retreat for those who are experienced in this way of praying. \nScholarship Assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact Reservations for application\, reservations@stmaryssewanee.org\, 931-598-5342.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-centering-prayer-retreat/
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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SUMMARY:9-Day Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Intensive I and Post Intensive. For everyone\, there will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. The Intensive I retreat will watch video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey\, focusing on “The Human Condition and the Spiritual Journey”. The Post Intensive retreat has no videos and an additional hour of Centering Prayer each day. You choose the track that works best for you. Any of the tracks may be repeated multiple times. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I. \nLectio Divina will be offered daily\, as well as optional soul-friending with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in silence. \nPre-requisite: A daily practice of Centering Prayer for 6 months or longer. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Marty Badgett and other Contemplative Outreach staff. Marty has served within the Contemplative Outreach network for many years and led numerous Centering Prayer retreats and workshops. \nThe retreat begins Tuesday\, July 30 with registration from 3:00 to 5:00\, an opening session at 5:00pm\, and dinner at 6:00pm. We end on Wednesday\, August 7 at 11:00am (bag lunch optional). \nFor more information\, contact Marty Badgett at (650) 862-5451 or email him at mbadgettexas@gmail.com. \nLimited scholarship money is available to assist those who would otherwise be unable to attend. All of the scholarship money has been donated by former retreatants. \nIf you are traveling by air\, the Contemplative Outreach staff can arrange transportation from the Sacramento airport to the Mercy Center. Please book your arrival on the beginning day for 1:30pm or earlier and your departure on the ending day for 1:30pm or later. Let us know your flight information. A $25/one way\, $50 round trip cash or Venmo contribution is appreciated. \nSingle rooms with a sink in the room\, shared bathrooms.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat-4/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey Program for Young Contemplatives (weekly) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the COL Young Contemplatives community for weekly gatherings exploring the essential teachings of Thomas Keating. \nThe Spiritual Journey program is a series of teachings structured in five parts. The program consists of 100 videos\, all of which are accessible online.\nThese teachings provide a backbone for the contemplative life and the psychological background for the work of Centering Prayer in the formation of our spiritual lives. \nBeginning Saturday\, July 13th 2024 and each Saturday after\, facilitators from our Young Contemplatives community will hold space for our 40s and under community to journey together through the program. \nEach Saturday for one hour\, 10:30am – 11:30am (Eastern Time US) a facilitator will guide a small group through the program. The hour will consist of a short Centering Prayer sit\, viewing of the video teaching from the week’s session\, followed by a time of faith sharing and discussion around the week’s themes. \nThese are open\, drop-in meetings. No pre-registration is required. Anyone is welcome to join as often as possible! We recognize it may not be feasible to come every Saturday but do encourage you to follow along with the sessions\, viewing the videos for the previous week(s) you may have missed. \nWe ask that those who join do so with their camera-on. The Zoom space will be monitored by the facilitator(s) to create a sacred and safe space. If you are not able to be fully present and participatory with your camera on we kindly ask that you complete the session on your own and join us another week! \nClick here to join the Zoom sessions.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-spiritual-journey-program-for-young-contemplatives-weekly-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240721T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240721T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
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SUMMARY:Intro to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop will held in-person at Ignatius House (6700 Riverside Dr.\, Sandy Springs\, Georgia\, USA.)\, July 21\, 2024 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. The workshop includes themes of Prayer as Relationship\, The Method of Centering Prayer\, Thoughts and Use of the Sacred Word\, and Deepening Our Relationship with God\, time in Centering Prayer and the opportunity to submit questions. Our presenters are Leslie Geer and Joanna Brunson\, both whom are prayerful Contemplative Outreach presenters. \nSee the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/intro-to-centering-prayer-workshop/
LOCATION:Ignatius Jesuit Retreat House\, 6700 Riverside Dr. NW\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240521T182100Z
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SUMMARY:Eight-day Centering Prayer Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:CENTERING PRAYER INTENSIVE AND POST INTENSIVE RETREAT:\nSURRENDER AND INTENTION \nThis is an opportunity for more extensive periods of Centering Prayer to deepen the personal practice of contemplative prayer. The post-intensive retreat focuses more on complete silence for the duration of the retreat with no educational component presented. The intensive retreat has several days teaching components. All meals are silent with no conversation. A minimum of one-year regular practice of Centering Prayer is a prerequisite to attend. \nDates: July 21-July 28\, 2024\nTime: Arrival on July 21: 4:30 pm; Soup Supper: 5:30 pm. Retreat opening: 7 pm – July 28: 4 pm.\nFee: Register and pay in full by June 21: $820 (includes meals and private room.) Registration and payment after June 21: $835.\nRetreat leaders: Dick Jensen and Carol Mizeur \nDick Jensen is an everyday mystic\, teacher\, and listener. He has been involved with Centering Prayer for over 25 years as a practitioner and certified presenter for Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. He is a member of the board for Centering Prayer of the Mississippi Valley and is involved with Centering Prayer as an 11th-step practice. Dick currently leads two Centering Prayer groups that meet on Zoom. He and his wife live in Davenport\, IA. They have two children and four grandchildren as well as a large\, shared extended family. \nCarol Mizeur is from Moline\, IL\, Christ the King Parish. She has been a Centering Prayer practitioner for over 30 years. She has served Centering Prayer as group facilitator and as chapter coordinator for the Mississippi Valley Centering Prayer. She loves to share the prayer with anyone who is interested. \nEmail the event organizer to register (see below).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bobbi Bussan%2C OSB":MAILTO:rbussan@smmsisters.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T201756Z
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SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey Program for Young Contemplatives (weekly) - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the COL Young Contemplatives community for weekly gatherings exploring the essential teachings of Thomas Keating. \nThe Spiritual Journey program is a series of teachings structured in five parts. The program consists of 100 videos\, all of which are accessible online.\nThese teachings provide a backbone for the contemplative life and the psychological background for the work of Centering Prayer in the formation of our spiritual lives. \nBeginning Saturday\, July 13th 2024 and each Saturday after\, facilitators from our Young Contemplatives community will hold space for our 40s and under community to journey together through the program. \nEach Saturday for one hour\, 10:30am – 11:30am (Eastern Time US) a facilitator will guide a small group through the program. The hour will consist of a short Centering Prayer sit\, viewing of the video teaching from the week’s session\, followed by a time of faith sharing and discussion around the week’s themes. \nThese are open\, drop-in meetings. No pre-registration is required. Anyone is welcome to join as often as possible! We recognize it may not be feasible to come every Saturday but do encourage you to follow along with the sessions\, viewing the videos for the previous week(s) you may have missed. \nWe ask that those who join do so with their camera-on. The Zoom space will be monitored by the facilitator(s) to create a sacred and safe space. If you are not able to be fully present and participatory with your camera on we kindly ask that you complete the session on your own and join us another week! \nClick here to join the Zoom sessions.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekly-young-contemplatives-spiritual-journey-series-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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SUMMARY:We Are All One - A Centering Prayer 8-day Retreat with Fr. Bill Sheehan
DESCRIPTION:In one of his last conferences\, Thomas Merton reminded us that we are all one. We just don’t know that yet. Our oneness/unity is rooted in the ongoing flow of God’s love that not only brings forth all that is but sustains and is present in all that is. During our retreat we will explore not so much the what of God’s love but the how of God’s love revealed in both the Mystery of the Trinity as well as the Mystery of the Incarnation. Resources referenced: Richard Rohr\, The Diving Dance; Cynthia Bourgeault\, The Law of Three; Vincent Pizzuto\, Contemplating Christ. \nWe will be in silence for meals\, breaks and prayer time. Periods of Centering Prayer will be included in our time together. There will be discussion following each of Fr. Sheehan’s presentations. Spiritual companioning and body work will also be available. \nPre-requisite: Centering Prayer practice\, silent retreat experience\, a desire to grow in your contemplative practice. \nFee: $700.00 —- all rooms private\nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by June 28th with a non-refundable deposit of $50. For more information contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or +1-818-815-4480.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/we-are-all-one-a-centering-prayer-8-day-retreat-with-fr-bill-sheehan/
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;VALUE=DATE:20240714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240222T200103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T200220Z
UID:142190-1720915200-1721606399@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Summer Centering Prayer retreat: Awakening to Oneness
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will include teachings on Oneness and Unitive Consciousness from Father Thomas Keating and Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault along with multiple daily periods of silence in Centering Prayer as a group. We will weave in teachings from Thomas Berry\, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin and Matthew Fox\, and provide opportunities to experience Forest Therapy and Lectio Terra so that we may come into a felt sense of communion with the living world. This shift in consciousness is vital in these times of ecological destruction and human divisiveness. This retreat will be in full silence with the exception of the opportunity to engage in meaningful reflections together after the teachings. Participants should be familiar with the method and practice of Centering Prayer since this will be a week of silent depth. “Let Love alone speak” – Thomas Keating \nFacilitated by Liz Rees and Mary Jane Yates \n$700 Canadian dollars
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/summer-centering-prayer-retreat-awakening-to-oneness/
LOCATION:Providence Renewal Center\, AB\, T6J 5R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20231003T211251Z
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UID:138087-1720861200-1720882800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:1-Day In-person “Song and Silence” Workshop
DESCRIPTION:1-Day Centering Prayer “Song and Silence” Workshop \nThis retreat will cultivate interior silence through the combination of chanting\, Centering Prayer\, and reflective time in nature. The singing of simple chants is a beautiful threshold into Centering Prayer and can deepen the experience of the silence. The wish is to create a vibratory vessel through which Spirit can bless us\, our community\, and the world. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Light snacks will be available.  \nFor more details and to register\, please see link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/one-day-centering-prayer-in-person-retreat-song-and-silence/
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:20240711T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240715T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240409T174810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T195610Z
UID:143658-1720719000-1721064600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240706T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
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UID:144444-1720256400-1720269000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240623T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240629T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240328T152031Z
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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:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240111T182155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T182155Z
UID:140485-1719160200-1719752400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240126T212747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T212747Z
UID:141497-1719061200-1719064800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240430T194136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T194136Z
UID:144163-1719014400-1719100799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240621T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240623T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240319T180349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T180349Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240426T190956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T191143Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240514T131353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T131353Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T204546Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240113T221230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T221856Z
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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:20260422T014532
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:20260422T014532
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:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240215T142820Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260422T014532
CREATED:20240111T182421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T182421Z
UID:140479-1716627600-1716638400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
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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:20260422T014532
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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:20260422T014532
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:20260422T014532
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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