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SUMMARY:Introductory Workshop to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:OFFERED ON ZOOM\nAre you looking for a way to explore or deepen your relationship with God? In our introductory workshop to Centering Prayer\, you will discover a centuries-old prayer method. Centering Prayer consists of simply sitting in silence with God – beyond thoughts\, words\, and emotions – and opening your mind\, heart\, and whole being to the Ultimate Mystery. In this workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of Centering Prayer\, experience it in a guided setting\, and be able to ask questions and share experiences with the presenter and your fellow initiates. \nPlease see the website link below for more information and to register.  This event is free.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introductory-workshop-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Center for Contemplative Living\, 3650 Yates St\, Denver\, CO\, 80212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200912T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
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SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Contemplative Outreach Team \nSaturday\, September 12\, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon (Pacific Daylight Time)\n(Zoom in at 8:50 am) \nAs the season of Autumn approaches\, join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. This day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. The day provides periods of Centering Prayer\, a contemplative break\, and Lectio Divina. \nAll are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. Participants will need to download Zoom for free at https://zoom.us. The Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the gathering. For more information\, please email Amanda Berg at spiritualdirection@hsrcenter.com or Sr. Linda Snow\, CSJ\, at srlinda.snow@gmail.com \nAny donation gratefully accepted. \nRegister online here.  Scroll down to September 12 event and click on Register button. \nPlease register by Thursday\, September 10\, 2020.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-8/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200903T183349Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Full-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary’s Sewanee invites you to spend time in prayerful silence and contemplation during this day-long Centering Prayer retreat led by the Rev. Tom Ward and Rebecca Paluzzi. \nThis event is modeled on the rhythm of the multi-day retreats that St. Mary’s Sewanee has offered for more than 20 years. In preparing this new retreat format\, we have learned that technology is capable of bringing us together in ways that we could not have anticipated. During this day\, you are encouraged to fast from listening to the news and using electronic devices so that you can make holy space to observe silence with the group and on your own. \nThe retreat will include: \nThree periods of Centering Prayer;\n–Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer;\n–Lectio Divina in a group setting; and\n–Generous breaks throughout the day for rest\, reflection\, and journaling. \nFor people new to Centering Prayer\, we encourage you to participate in the Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop to learn the basics of the practice. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-full-day-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200727T205255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200727T205518Z
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SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO CENTERING PRAYER\,  ZOOM SATURDAY WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Sourced from the depths of Christian contemplative tradition\, Centering Prayer has emerged as a life-changing practice for those who embrace it. Learn the method or renew your practice of this ancient way of silent prayer. Our day-long format offers a relaxed way to hear the basics\, practice\, and ask questions. \nPlease register on our website (link below).  Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-zoom-saturday-workshop/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200904T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234736Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Centering Prayer Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian prayer rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition.  Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative pryer.  This weekend workshop/retreat is designed for those new to Centering Prayer.  Private rooms and the ability to maintain silence are required.  Retreat Directors:  Contemplative Outreach Birmingham Staff  Cost:  Private Room $255
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-centering-prayer-silent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center\, 916 Convent Road\, AL\, 35055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200829T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200723T203935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200723T203935Z
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SUMMARY:Resting in God: An Invitation to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“In returning and rest\, you shall be saved;\nin quietness and in trust shall be your strength.”\n– Isaiah 30:15 \nSt. Gregory the Great wrote that contemplation is like “resting in God.” In Centering Prayer\, we’ve come to understand that “rest” is two-sided. First\, we can find comfort and peace in the Silence of the prayer but\, equally important\, “rest” also involves a surrender. Consenting to God’s Presence and action in our lives opens us up to the Sacred and allows Spirit to emerge in and through us in new and grace-filled ways. \nCome learn about and experience Centering Prayer. No experience is required. The day will be structured for those with little or no experience as well as those who want to renew or revitalize their Centering Prayer practice. \nThe schedule will include an introduction to the day’s theme\, an overview of the practice\, two 20-minute Centering Prayer sessions\, suggestions for daily practice\, and question and answer time. Lunch will be included.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/resting-in-god-an-invitation-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Wisdom House\, 229 East Litchfield Road\, Litchfield\, CT\, 6759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200814T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200629T222815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200630T223015Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Touching Into the Sacred: A Contemplative Centering Prayer Weekend \n  \n"God of the silence:\n	Calm and quiet my soul at the fount of your loving presence.\n	In your silence\, replenish me with a force for love…"\n	                                                                     – Peter Traben Hass \nThis weekend\, anchored in silence and Centering Prayer\, will offer opportunities to connect with ourselves\, with God and\, surprisingly\, with others\, surrounded by the summer beauty of the Connecticut shore. The schedule will include three Centering Prayer sessions\, an overview of the practice\, evening prayer\, lectio divina\, and other contemplative practices. Remaining hours are unscheduled for private prayer and reflection. \nThe retreat will begin with dinner on Friday evening at 5:30 p.m. and end by noon after a closing session on Sunday. All meals on Saturday and Sunday breakfast will be in silence. No previous experience with Centering Prayer is required\, however\, if you are new to a silent retreat or Centering Prayer\, please contact either Claire (crusowicz@hotmail.com) or Anne (asimpkinson@gmail.com) before you register. \nAnne Simpkinson has been practicing Centering Prayer (CP) since 1996. A certified Introductory Centering Prayer workshop leader\, she has led work-shops and Quiet Days in New York City and Connecticut. While living in New York\, she served as co-coordinator for Contemplative Outreach for three years and as a Centering Prayer facilitator at St. Bartholomew and St. Ignatius Loyola churches. With Claire\, she currently facilitates Mercy by the Sea’s weekly and monthly Centering Prayer circles and contemplative weekends\, as well as retreats and day programs in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nClaire Rusowicz is a certified spiritual and retreat director and spiritual director supervisor with more than 20 years working with groups and individuals in Connecticut\, New York and Massachusetts. She co-facilitates Mercy by the Sea’s weekly and monthly Centering Prayer circles and\, with Anne\, facilitates contemplative weekends at Mercy by the Sea and in other locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-20/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200807T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200808T171500
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200618T145252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200720T141337Z
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SUMMARY:Lectio Divina Immersion and Presenter Training Zoom Retreat
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON AUGUST 1st\, 2020 \nImmersion Retreat:\nFriday\, August 7\, 2020\n7:00 – 8:00 PM CDT \nSaturday\, August 8\, 2020\n8:30 AM – 4:00PM CDT \nPresenter Training:\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2020\n4:15PM – 5:15PM \nTo Register\, go to: https://forms.gle/jjHAU9j3TqUgFMs86 \nFor additional information contact: Nancy Stimac at prayereventswl@aol.com \nAfter registration expect two emails. One sent in the near future confirming your registration. A second email will arrive the week of August 2 with a link to the retreat Zoom meeting. \n  \nPresented by: The Contemplative Outreach Lectio Divina Service Team\nPlease consider making a donation to Contemplative Outreach at\nhttps://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/donations/one-time-donation/ \n  \nAbout the Immersion Retreat\nThis online retreat offered on the zoom platform will  provide an opportunity to explore and deepen one’s individual practice of Lectio Divina as a way of praying the scriptures in an online community. The traditional four moments of the prayer (reading\, reflecting\, responding and rest) are explored as expressions of the four senses of scripture: the literal\, allegorical\, behavioral/moral\, and unitive senses. The monastic form of Lectio Divina is used for both individual and group experiences of the prayer. Prayer times will be followed by small group faith sharing. The fruits and gifts of Becoming a Word of God will be explored using the Lectio Divina method on a personal life experience. \nOur time together includes periods of silent prayer\, such as Centering Prayer\, to support the praying of Holy Scripture. Profound silence helps us open our hearts and minds to hear with the ear of our hearts both the presented conference materials and the scripture we pray. \n  \nPresenter Training\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2020 @ 4:15 – 5:15 PM CDT\nWhen the Immersion Retreat concludes\, the service team will offer presenter training for\nqualified participants. One must be a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter of\nCentering Prayer. To learn more about this presenter training\, please contact\nMike Potter at r.mike.potter@gmail.com \n  \nRecommended Reading\nThe Lectio Divina Immersion Retreat is based on the teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating and Sr. Maria Tasto\, who designed the Lectio Divina workshops under his guidance. The Service Team recommends reading Maria’s book The Transforming Power of Lectio Divina\, before or after the retreat. It can be purchased from Contemplative Outreach’s online store here. \n  \nZoom Information\nThe Immersion Retreat will be offered on the Zoom platform. If you do not already have a Zoom account please download your own free Zoom account at https://www.zoom.us/. If you have a device that uses apps\, you will want to download the Zoom app. You will want to have your account set prior to logging into the retreat’s first session. It’s a good idea to test your audio and video by opening Zoom\, click on Settings and click on the Audio and Video tabs to ensure your system is working properly. Using a device with a larger screen provides the best experience. \n  \nThe Lectio Divina Service Team\nTim Goldman is semi-retired and lives in West Des Moines\, Iowa. He has practiced Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina for more than 20 years. Tim is a commissioned presenter of these methods of prayer by Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. \nKathryn Ann Kobelinski\, SSND In the mid 80’s Kathryn Ann was introduced to Centering Prayer and her journey with Contemplative Outreach began. It is a time of being gifted as well as a call to service. She is a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina. Kathryn Ann served as the coordinator of the Southeast Wisconsin Chapter and facilitates retreats for the Centering Prayer community. \nLesley O’Connor lives in Ireland. She feels blessed that Centering Prayer found her in 2007. A commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina she leads workshops and retreats in Ireland. Prior to joining the Lectio Divina Service Team she served as a member of the advisory circle of Contemplative Outreach Dublin and as lead on the Contemplative Outreach global team for English speaking practitioners of Centering Prayer outside the U.S. \nMike Potter is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church who currently serves as a hospice chaplain in Memphis\, Tennessee. He has been involved with Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. for the past 17 years\, is a commissioned presenter of both Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina\, serves as Team Leader of the Lectio Divina Service Team. Mike has led many workshops and retreats throughout the country featuring these contemplative spiritual practices. \nNancy Stimac\, a longtime contemplative prayer practitioner\, is a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina for Contemplative Outreach. She is a graduate of the Archdiocese of Hartford’s 4-year Catholic Bible School and 2-year Lay Ministry program. She uses her gifts to serve the Catholic community of Windsor Locks\, CT as a prayer group facilitator\, Bible study leader\, RCIA teacher\, and lector.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-immersion-zoom-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200731T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234738Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week-long 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 eight-day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both 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 St. Mary’s Sewanee for more information\, www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-6/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200725T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234739Z
UID:102021-1595664000-1595696400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It is rooted in the self-emptying love that forms the heart of Jesus’ teaching and life. The effect on those who practice it is an ever-increasing awareness of God’s action and presence in the course of ordinary life. \nIn this introductory workshop led by Tom Ward\, participants will learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. For more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200718T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200718T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200629T224522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200708T170844Z
UID:106359-1595061000-1595075400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer – Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:AN INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP AND REFRESHER ON CENTERING PRAYER \n“RESTING IN GOD: THE ART OF CONSENTING” \nSaturday\, July 18 \nLed by Father Carl Arico & Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington Leadership Team Member LJ Milone \nVia Zoom! \nJuly 18\, 2020 \n8:30am ET – 12:30pm ET \nSuggested goodwill offering $30 \nView flyer for all the details including how to register and how to make an offering: https://conta.cc/3dKyYGT \nFor more information\, please contact COMW Leadership Team Member Ellen Barlow. ellenbarlow@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-11/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200711T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200618T141338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T182311Z
UID:105239-1594465200-1594476000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Program Zoom Video Conference & Continuing Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Program\nvia Zoom Video \nJuly 11\,18\, 25\, August 1\, 8\, 2020\nFree and open to all\n(suggested donation of $20 USD) \nDiscover a way to\nBe still and know that I am God\n– Psalm 46:10 \nCentering Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action within. It prepares us to receive God’s gift of contemplative prayer\, which is an opening of our hearts and minds to God beyond thoughts\, words\, and emotions. This prayer practice\, rooted in the Christian contemplative heritage\, helps us embrace the process of transformation in Christ. \nThe Centering Prayer Introductory Program is designed to share the method of Centering Prayer and offer support in making it a part of daily life. It has two components. \nThe Introductory Workshop on July 11\, 2020\, from 11-2pm Pacific Time/2-5pm Eastern Time. If you missed this session\, please email Pamela Begeman at pamela@coutreach.org for links to the recorded workshop. \nFour Continuing Sessions on July 18\, 25\, August 1 and 8\, 2020 from 11-12:30pm Pacific Time/2-3:30pm Eastern Time. Sessions include Centering Prayer\, video\, discussion\, and Q & A to deepen the understanding of Centering Prayer and provide support in establishing a regular Centering Prayer practice. \nHosted by Contemplative Outreach and the Centering Prayer Introductory Program Service Team \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-zoom-video-conference/
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200621T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234740Z
UID:102026-1592726400-1593450000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 8-day silent workshop\, led by Rev. Brad Smith\, is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week-long experience 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 eight-day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both 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 St. Mary's Sewanee for more information. To register\, go to www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-7/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200618T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234741Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis webinar retreat is for anyone seeking a deeper practice of Centering Prayer. You can find details of the program and registration form at https://www.houseofblessings.org \nFr. Thomas Keating describes Centering Prayer as the keystone of a comprehensive commitment to the contemplative dimension of the Gospel\, manifesting as a deepening union with Christ\, and practical caring for others. This way of praying in silence opens our hearts and minds to consent to God’s presence and action beyond words\, responding to the call of the Holy Spirit. \nIn this webinar\, you will be introduced to the concepts and methods of Centering Prayer. Each Centering Prayer session will be followed by a twenty minutes sit to practice the same from the comfort of your home. PDF class notes will be provided by email at the end of the program so that you will have your own notes for further study and reference. The retreat director will be available for questions and answers while the webinar is in progress as well.  \nVisit https://www.houseofblessings.org to register for the webinar and study. 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-3/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200613T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200629T222817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200629T222817Z
UID:106355-1592035200-1592067600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop – Sat Jun 13th\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT\, offered by The Church of Conscious Harmony via Zoom. This workshop is free to participants and will include followup Zoom sessions on four consecutive Tuesday evenings from 7 pm – 8 pm  Central (Chicago) Time. \nParticipants are also invited and encouraged to join the afternoon CP Virtual Retreat at 1 pm. Please pre-register by contacting The Church of Conscious Harmony at 512-347-9673 or by navigating their website- https://consciousharmony.org/calendar/.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-32/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200523T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200513T234743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234743Z
UID:102036-1590220800-1590253200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:On Demand Retreat: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundled studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nTraining in silent prayer: Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer. In this prayer\, we experience God's presence within us. It is closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This prayer form\, as Fr. Keating says\, is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. \nCentering Prayer Adds depth to prayer life: Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer. Centering Prayer adds depth of meaning to all prayer. It facilitates the movement from more active modes of prayer – verbal\, mental or affective prayer – into a receptive prayer of resting in God. Centering Prayer emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God and as a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. \nMeant for all people: This method is open to all people. There are no requirements or pre-requisites\, only your willingness to spend a few minutes twice a day.  \nWebcast: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundles studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-3/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200521T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035110
CREATED:20200629T222814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200629T222814Z
UID:106350-1590048000-1590512400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Fall Fearless Into Love: An ONLINE Centering Prayer \n“Lose yourself\, Lose yourself in this love. When you lose yourself in this love\, you will find everything."    –Rumi \nThursday May 21\, 2020 (4:00 p.m. Pacific Time) to Monday May 25\, 2020 at Noon. \n$325     (Scholarship funds available on request)         \nRegister at http://www.mercy-center.org/Flyers_2020/0521CPOnline/retreat.html \nWe are in a time of profound change in our world. We invite you to join us in sacred space that transcends our local spaces. Together we may awaken more fully to the Reality that we abide in God's Love at all times\, and beyond all circumstances. \nWe Will Provide \n-Tools and guidance for integrating contemplative practice in your life.\n	-Teachings on love and surrender.\n	-Opportunities to experience our bodies and our lives as chalices for Divine Love. \nThis retreat is for those who have some experience of Centering Prayer. \nHow will the virtual retreat work?  \nThe flexible schedule is designed to integrate prayer with your daily life\, in your home\, and in your circumstances as they are. \nProgram Features \n-Live Online Centering Prayer Sessions – Join via Zoom at scheduled times\, or practice on your own at those same scheduled times\, or as your life permits.\n	-Live Online Teaching Sessions – Join us live via Zoom or view recordings at a later time.\n	-Live Online Small Groups – for experiential processing (not recorded). \nWe hope that you will choose as much or as little of it as fits in your life\, on any given day. Let the rest go. Be met\, exactly where you are\, trusting that God's love surrounds all of it\, all of us\, exactly as we are.  \nEntering in: \nThe retreat will start with an introduction Thursday May 21 from 4-5:30 pm Pacific Time. \nA Typical Schedule: \n  7:00 am               Optional Gentle Yoga \n  7:30 am **           Centering Prayer and Moving Meditation \n  8:30 am               Simple breakfast at home (mindful eating) \n  9:30 am **           Teaching \n11:00 am               Retreat integration with your life \n  3:00 pm **          Centering Prayer \n  3:30 pm **          Afternoon Teaching\, Small Groups  \n  5:00 pm               Free time e.g. for conscious work\, dinner prep\, dinner at home \n  7:30 pm **          Evening Practice \n**Starred items will be live via Zoom. \nSunday 5/24 there will be a break from 8:15am – 3pm\, and Monday 5/25 we will end at Noon – Pacific Daylight Time. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, scientist\, and Centering Prayer Coordinator at Mercy Center.  She is dedicated to fostering Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices that help us become aware of God's ever-present love.  \nHeather Ruce\, M.A. is a wisdom spiritual director with a background as a therapist and training in a neurophysiology based approach to trauma resolution. She loves working with individuals as well as facilitating groups and retreats focused on learning and practicing the Wisdom Tradition. \nCatherine Regan\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, retired psychologist\, and adjunct staff member at Mercy Center\, primarily serving on the Centering Prayer team.  She has a special interest in fostering contemplative practices so urgently needed at this time in our world. \nRegister at mercy-center.org or by phone at 650-340-7474. Please see the flyer below under "additional information." \nhttp://www.mercy-center.org/Flyers_2020/0521CPOnline/retreat.html  \nYour support helps sustain our retreat center. \nCall to ask about scholarships. \nRegistration closes May 19\, 2020
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-56/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200516T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234744Z
UID:102040-1589616000-1589648400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:On Demand Retreat: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundled studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nTraining in silent prayer: Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer. In this prayer\, we experience God's presence within us. It is closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This prayer form\, as Fr. Keating says\, is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. \nCentering Prayer Adds depth to prayer life: Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer. Centering Prayer adds depth of meaning to all prayer. It facilitates the movement from more active modes of prayer – verbal\, mental or affective prayer – into a receptive prayer of resting in God. Centering Prayer emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God and as a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. \nMeant for all people: This method is open to all people. There are no requirements or pre-requisites\, only your willingness to spend a few minutes twice a day.  \nWebcast: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundles studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-4/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234745Z
UID:102043-1589356800-1589389200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis Anytime webinar retreat is for anyone seeking a deeper practice of Centering Prayer. You can find details of the program and registration form at: https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nFr. Thomas Keating describes Centering Prayer as the keystone of a comprehensive commitment to the contemplative dimension of the Gospel\, manifesting as a deepening union with Christ\, and practical caring for others. This way of praying in silence opens our hearts and minds to consent to God’s presence and action beyond words\, responding to the call of the Holy Spirit. \nIn this webinar\, you will be introduced to the concepts and methods of Centering Prayer. Each Centering Prayer session will be followed by a twenty minutes sit to practice the same from the comfort of your home. PDF class notes will be provided by email at the end of the program so that you will have your own notes for further study and reference. The retreat director will be available for questions and answers while the webinar is in progress as well.  \nVisit https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp to register for the anytime webinar and study. 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-5/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200512T225432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T225432Z
UID:101544-1589356800-1589389200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer – Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:This Anytime webinar retreat is for anyone seeking a deeper practice of Centering Prayer. You can find details of the program and registration form at: https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nFr. Thomas Keating describes Centering Prayer as the keystone of a comprehensive commitment to the contemplative dimension of the Gospel\, manifesting as a deepening union with Christ\, and practical caring for others. This way of praying in silence opens our hearts and minds to consent to God’s presence and action beyond words\, responding to the call of the Holy Spirit. \nIn this webinar\, you will be introduced to the concepts and methods of Centering Prayer. Each Centering Prayer session will be followed by a twenty minutes sit to practice the same from the comfort of your home. PDF class notes will be provided by email at the end of the program so that you will have your own notes for further study and reference. The retreat director will be available for questions and answers while the webinar is in progress as well. \nVisit https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp to register for the anytime webinar and study.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200508T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234746Z
UID:102049-1588924800-1588957200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis webinar retreat is for anyone seeking a deeper practice of Centering Prayer. You can find details of the program and registration form at: https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nFr. Thomas Keating describes Centering Prayer as the keystone of a comprehensive commitment to the contemplative dimension of the Gospel\, manifesting as a deepening union with Christ\, and practical caring for others. This way of praying in silence opens our hearts and minds to consent to God’s presence and action beyond words\, responding to the call of the Holy Spirit. \nIn this webinar\, you will be introduced to the concepts and methods of Centering Prayer. Each Centering Prayer session will be followed by a twenty minutes sit to practice the same from the comfort of your home. PDF class notes will be provided by email at the end of the program so that you will have your own notes for further study and reference. The retreat director will be available for questions and answers while the webinar is in progress as well.  \nVisit https://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp to register for the webinar and study. 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-4/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200502T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234747Z
UID:102050-1588406400-1588438800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop – In this introductory workshop\, you will learn the method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. \nIn Centering Prayer Introductory workshops you’ll learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. The workshop covers the history\, psychology\, and theology and includes prayer sessions along with questions and answers.  Four conferences and two periods of Centering Prayer experiences are provided as follows: \n\nPrayer as Relationship: This section focuses on the fact that any form of prayer expresses our desire to be in relationship with God and how Centering Prayer deepens that relationship.\nThe Method of Centering Prayer: In this section the participants are taught the four guidelines of Centering Prayer. The first period of Centering Prayer occurs after this section.\nThoughts and Use of the Sacred Word: This section focuses on the fact that thoughts will inevitably occur during Centering Prayer and how one can effectively handle them. A second period of Centering Prayer follows this section.\nDeepening Our Relationship with God: In this section the focus is on how the method of Centering Prayer deepens our relationship with God and how this ever deepening relationship is manifested in our daily life.\n\nClick here for more information and to register for this workshop.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200425T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234748Z
UID:102052-1587801600-1587834000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Demand Retreat: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundled studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nTraining in silent prayer: Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer. In this prayer\, we experience God's presence within us. It is closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This prayer form\, as Fr. Keating says\, is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. \nCentering Prayer Adds depth to prayer life: Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer. Centering Prayer adds depth of meaning to all prayer. It facilitates the movement from more active modes of prayer – verbal\, mental or affective prayer – into a receptive prayer of resting in God. Centering Prayer emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God and as a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. \nMeant for all people: This method is open to all people. There are no requirements or pre-requisites\, only your willingness to spend a few minutes twice a day.  \nWebcast: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundles studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-6/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200425T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234748Z
UID:102053-1587801600-1587834000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:CO- Pittsburgh Chaper will be hosting a Welcoming Prayer Workshop on April 25 2020 \nMary Dwyer will be our presenter for this one day event.    \n10AM – 4:00PM \nPlease click on "additional information" below to view the flyer for further information and how to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-introductory-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Benedict the Abbot Catholic Church\, 120 Abington Drive\, McMurray\, PA\, 15317\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Broglie":MAILTO:mjbroglie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200423T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234749Z
UID:102055-1587628800-1588006800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Special Event
DESCRIPTION:Introductory Wisdom School – Here\, participants will be introduced to the Wisdom Way of Knowing\, through teaching and practice. \nIntroductory Wisdom School\n	April 23-26\, 2020\n	Rev. Bill Redfield \nWisdom describes a foundational lineage of spiritual knowledge that underlies all the world’s specific faith traditions and that outlines a manner of spiritual transformation. Participants will be introduced to the Wisdom Way of Knowing\, including three-centered Knowing\, Benedictine balanced living\, and Heart-centered living. The balance and the rhythm of our time together cultivate and deepen the seedbed of the heart into which the teachings can be sown. A meditation practice is an assumed prerequisite. \nClick here for more information and to register for this Wisdom School. \nRev. William Redfield is an Episcopal priest and licensed clinical social worker who has worked in private practice in central New York and Maine. He served for nearly 20 years as rector of Trinity Church in Fayetteville\, NY\, before retiring. He has had a lifelong interest in the intersection of spirituality and the inner life. He is the creative force behind the birth of Wisdom House in Fayetteville and is a student of and collaborator with Cynthia Bourgeault.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/special-event/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200404T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200629T222810Z
UID:102061-1585987200-1586019600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Quiet Morning with Centering Prayer \nIn light of the Covid-19 quarantine\, we are moving from our Centering Prayer Retreat gathering to an online Zoom gathering.  Please join us on April 4 from 9:00 to 11:00 am when we will gather for a time of Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina and some individual quiet time to rest in God's loving and always accepting presence.   \nJoanne and Pastor Terry Van Hook are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: A Quiet Morning with Centering Prayer \nTime: Apr 4\, 2020 08:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\n	       8:30 am Gathering and Basic instruction for newcomers\n	       9 am – 11 am  A Quiet Morning with Centering Prayer \nJoin Zoom Meeting\n	https://us04web.zoom.us/j/502637947 \nMeeting ID: 502 637 947 \nAgenda: \n	       8:30 am  Introduction for those new to Centering Prayer\n	       8:55 am  Welcoming time for all\n	       9:00 am  Beginning of “Morning with Centering Prayer”\n	      11:00 am Conclusion. \n	From your mobile phone or to dial in….\n	One tap mobile\n	+16699006833\,\,502637947# US (San Jose)\n	+13462487799\,\,502637947# US (Houston) \nDial by your location\n	        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n	        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n	        +1 301 715 8592 US\n	        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n	        +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)\n	        +1 253 215 8782 US\n	Meeting ID: 502 637 947\n	Find your local number: https://us04web.zoom.us/u/fdjZ2mr0Lx \n  \nWe have rescheduled our in-person Centering Prayer retreat to Saturday\, Sept. 19\, 2020 at St. Andrew's Abbey in Valyermo\, California.  9:00am to 3:00 pm.  For more information\, please go to http://agapejourneys.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-21/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Van Hook":MAILTO:joanne@ocspeakers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200401T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234750Z
UID:102062-1585728000-1585760400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:On Demand Retreat: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundled studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp \nTraining in silent prayer: Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer. In this prayer\, we experience God's presence within us. It is closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This prayer form\, as Fr. Keating says\, is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. \nCentering Prayer Adds depth to prayer life: Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer. Centering Prayer adds depth of meaning to all prayer. It facilitates the movement from more active modes of prayer – verbal\, mental or affective prayer – into a receptive prayer of resting in God. Centering Prayer emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God and as a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. \nMeant for all people: This method is open to all people. There are no requirements or pre-requisites\, only your willingness to spend a few minutes twice a day.  \nWebcast: This webcast is available at any time you are ready to take the program. There are several other bundles studies available in one registration. You can register for the event at:  \nhttps://retreats.houseofblessings.org/p/cp
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-6/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200328T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234752Z
UID:102066-1585382400-1585414800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this Centering Prayer Introductory workshop you’ll learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to gain both experience and comfort with this ancient method in a quiet\, supportive and reflective atmosphere. The workshop covers the history\, psychology\, and theology of Centering Prayer\, and includes prayer sessions along with questions and answers.  It will begin at 10am and conclude at 2pm in the John XXIII room. Four conferences and two periods of Centering Prayer experiences will be provided with reference handouts\, along with coffee\, tea\, water and some snacks. Participants are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Advance registration is requested. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-7/
LOCATION:Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church\, 1121 228th Avenue SE\, Sammamish\, WA\, 98075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Renner":MAILTO:jeffrenner3@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200321T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234753Z
UID:102070-1584777600-1584810000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe members of the Contemplative Prayer Ministry at Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church invite you to deepen your relationship with our God through the practice of Centering Prayer.  Please join us on March 21 from 8:30AM – 1:00 PM to pray togther and learn more about this powerful prayer practice.  \nHome \n \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-7/
LOCATION:Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Church\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Trish Rice":MAILTO:pdrice2012@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200321T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035111
CREATED:20200513T234753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234753Z
UID:102071-1584777600-1584810000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This one-day workshop will begin with 9am registration and end by 3:30pm\, covering the essential elements of the practice of Centering Prayer. There is no fee\, but participants are asked to bring their own lunch. Beverages will be provided. \nThe presenter will be Steve Shussett\, a Presbyterian serving as pastor of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church. He has been practicing Centering Prayer for over 25 years\, and presenting the practice for over 20. His Doctor of Ministry project focused on a Protestant perspective on Centering Prayer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-8/
LOCATION:Schwarzwald Lutheran Church\, 250 Church Lane Road\, Reading\, PA\, 19606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Shussett":MAILTO:be.astonished1090@gmail.com
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