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SUMMARY:12-Step Retreat: First Things First – Faith in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Recovery\, the power of story\, in the silence of Centering Prayer \nThis retreat explores the essential principles that formed the first steps of The Twelve Step program of recovery now known as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). As we view and discuss the engaging play\, Bill W and Dr Bob\, we see how the lives of two desperate men\, their families and friends\, and an historic convergence of events forged the foundation of faith integral in their recovery and in the formation of AA’s foundational first three steps. Through viewing\, discussion\, journaling\, and reflection we see how these essential principles formed spiritual practices in their lives and established a program of recovery grounded in faith. During our time together may the voice of our stories contribute to the integrity of recovery’s indispensable first fruit of spiritual awakening. \nRetreat presenter\, Kenny Kohberger\, is a member of COSEW’s Coordinating Team and a commissioned presenter of the 12-Step Centering Prayer meditation practice. His recent course of study at Virginia Theological Seminary supported his research which affirmed the significance of faith in twelve step recovery. “First Things First – Faith In Recovery” is the culminating project of his study. Before attending seminary Kenny had a rich career in the performing arts. Yet his eyes widen and emit joy when asked about his project. For Kenny\, “First Things First – Faith In Recovery” is the creative manifestation\, a crescendo\, of a seeker’s journey. \nThis retreat is for people who participate in any 12-Step program\, or those who support recovery\, and desire to deepen their meditation practice and enrich their spirituality. There will be daily morning and afternoon periods of Centering Prayer meditation. In addition to the play\, we will view a few of the videos from the series “The Contemplative Dimension of the Twelve Steps with Thomas Keating.” An Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat observes the contemplative practice of silence except when sharing at Twelve Step Meetings and during discussion at program sessions. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/12-step-retreat-first-things-first-faith-in-recovery/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230321T191912Z
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SUMMARY:Commissioned Presenter Gathering - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:As Thomas Keating stated in The Vision of Contemplative Outreach\, we are an evolving community. We need your input as we explore how the Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop can meet the changing needs of those we serve. Please join us to share your insights. \nYour participation on April 29th is important as we need to hear from as many presenters as possible. We’ll begin with Centering Prayer (abbreviated) and reflection\, and then listen to each other’s thoughts and experiences. \nThe Zoom link for the gathering will be posted here a few days before the event. No need to register. \nWe look forward to praying and listening together. Thank you for gifting the world with your prayer and service. \nIn gratitude\,\nThe Centering Prayer Introductory Program Service Team: Irene Chang\, Steve Garratt\, Marie Howard\, and Lois Snowden
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/commissioned-presenter-gathering-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:For those new to Centering Prayer/meditation this workshop familiarizes participants with the method of Centering Prayer and its practical application. The workshop offers an opportunity to experience this ancient prayer/meditation practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. Each workshop is led by an experienced facilitator\, commissioned by Contemplative Outreach\, LTD. \n“Contemplative prayer is the world in which God can do anything. To move into that realm is the greatest adventure. It is to be open to the Infinite and hence to infinite possibilities.”\n– Thomas Keating
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-11/
LOCATION:Sisters of Charity Motherhouse\, 5900 Delhi Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gina Di Girolamo":MAILTO:gi.digi55@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230428T160000
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CREATED:20230118T191644Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Centering Prayer Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Saint Benedict Center\nSchuyler\, Nebraska \n“We must seek God more and more in the present moment\, which is in fact the only place where God can be found. Since God is eternal\, God is not to be found in the future but in the present.”\n~Thomas Keating\, Intimacy With God\, p.28 \nContemplative retreats are one of the most wonderful ways to experience time with God in the present moment. No hurry\, no concerns\, just time spent being aware of God and enjoying his presence. \nYou are invited to gather with us for our Spring retreat giving time to be present in the beauty of nature\, prayer and solitude. We begin Friday\, April 28th at dinner and conclude Sunday after the noon meal. \nRegistration includes: 2 nights in a private room\, all meals\, and programming. $240.00 \nPlease register by April 10\, 2023 at www.nebraskacontemplativeoutreach.org \nSaint Benedict Center is a beautiful location (5 miles north of Schuyler NE) that provides walking paths\, Stations of the Cross\, a labyrinth\, hotel-like accommodations and delicious food service. Schuyler is 1 hour and 15 minutes east if Omaha\, Nebraska. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/spring-centering-prayer-silent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Saint Benedict Center\, 1123 Road I\, Schuyler\, NE\, 68661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230203T161540Z
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SUMMARY:EASTER 2023 6 DAY (5 NIGHT) SILENT CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT
DESCRIPTION:Continue your Easter journey by deepening your Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community\, away from the busyness of daily life\, and allow your mind\, body and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. \nThis Contemplative Outreach post-intensive retreat is designed to deepen your established Centering Prayer practice. It will focus on deep silence and simplicity and will not include any videos or other learning material. Each day will feature five prayer sessions that will last from half an hour to an hour and a half (including short contemplative walks). Except for opening and closing times\, retreatants will observe Grand Silence throughout the retreat with no conversation and no eye contact. \nBefore attending the retreat\, you should have an established practice of daily Centering Prayer for at least one year and have attended a Centering Prayer Intensive retreat. For more information about the retreat\, contact Pam Wilder\, Retreats Coordinator and registrar\, pwilder@blarg.net. \nFlyer and registration form: https://contemplativeoutreachnorthwest.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Easter-Retreat.pdf
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/easter-2023-6-day-5-night-silent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Retreat House\, WA\, 98592\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20221130T213209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T213209Z
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SUMMARY:Lectio Divina Presenter Enrichment Gathering -- via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nSaturday April 22\, 2023\nThis will be a 90 minute gathering beginning at 12 midday Eastern Standard Time.\nCommissioned presenters of Lectio Divina and Lectio Divina Presenters in Training are warmly invited to attend this event. \nEnquiries: lesleywaterford@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-presenter-enrichment-gathering-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Ltd":MAILTO:office@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T163000
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UID:126142-1681549200-1681576200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Fear\, Freedom and Levels of the Mind:  Cultivating Interior Freedom in Fierce Times
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Mark Kutolowski \nFear blocks our ability to hear God’s presence and action in our midst. How do we live from a place of spiritual freedom in an era of upheaval and fear? In this workshop\, we will seek to cultivate awareness of fear as it relates to the Primitive\, Rational\, and Spiritual levels of mind. Much of the day will be spent practicing exercises to strengthen the nervous system\, enhance interior awareness\, and build our ability to remain spiritually present in the face of fear. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nThis program will include a morning and an afternoon session of Centering Prayer. \nMark Kutolowski is an Oblate of Saint Benedict\, a contemplative retreat leader\, Centering Prayer teacher\, wilderness guide\, and instructor in the Slavic martial art and health practice\, Systema. He has spent the past 20 years exploring the integration of Christian contemplation with physical transformation and our relationship with the natural world. Mark and his wife Lisa live a lay contemplative life and offer hospitality at their homestead\, Metanoia of Vermont (http://www.metanoiavt.com).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/fear-freedom-and-levels-of-the-mind-cultivating-interior-freedom-in-fierce-times/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230228T224809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T224809Z
UID:133416-1681549200-1681560000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:How Contemplation Can Heal a Violent World: Going Deeper - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Our April Half-Day Retreat will feature three recorded excerpts from the Rt. Rev. Eugene Taylor Sutton’s presentation on contemplation and nonviolence given during COMW’s 25th Anniversary Retreat in September 2022. \nThe excerpts will focus on the different faces of violence\, the spirituality of nonviolence and nonviolence in action. Before each video\, we will prepare ourselves to listen deeply by sitting together in Centering Prayer. We will listen to each video as though engaging in Lectio Divina\, noting any word or phrase that especially resonates as God speaking to us personally. After each video\, we will be invited to share the word or phrase that resonated with us as the Spirit’s call to non-violent action in our personal and communal lives. We will conclude our retreat with a final prayer and blessing.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/how-contemplation-can-heal-a-violent-world-going-deeper-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230414T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230119T224639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T230450Z
UID:131721-1681468200-1681660800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Presenter Formation for Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Presenter Formation to become a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer is being offered at Mercy Centers beautiful Auburn California retreat center April 14 – 16th and is led by Susan Turpin. \nPlease contact Chuck Schaller if interested:  chuckschaller2@gmail.com or phone 916-390-3465
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presenter-formation-for-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="COSSA - Sacramento &amp%3B Surrounding Areas":MAILTO:chuckschaller2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230416
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230126T212240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T212240Z
UID:131863-1681430400-1681603199@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh Presents A Two-Day-Retreat: "Triple Way to Transformation"
DESCRIPTION:Location: Villa Marie Education and Spirituality Center in Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh. \nSusan Muto\, PhD.\, Dean of the Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality\, and Executive Director of the Epiphany Association\, a renowned speaker and author\, will present a mystical guide to the soul’s quest for God aimed at our understanding of how to live the threefold path of purgation\, illumination\, and union with God. \n“Purge me with hyssop\, and I shall be clean; wash me\, and I\nshall be whiter than snow”\n– Ps 51:7 \nThree conferences will focus on the triple way to transformation highlighted in Scripture brought to light by such spiritual masters as St. Bernard of Clairvaux\, St. Teresa of Avila\, and Thomas Merton; all of whom in both style and content convey the goodness\, truth\, and beauty of living with the sacred. These conferences will reveal that our thoughts\, images\, and hopes must be rooted in a stance of calm\, courageous peace\, expressed daily in our care and concern for one another. Only then can we live to the fullest the virtues of silence\, simplicity\, solitude\, and solidarity.\nFor more information see https://www.pghcenteringprayer.org/newsletter/
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-outreach-pittsburgh-presents-a-two-day-retreat-triple-way-to-transformation/
LOCATION:Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center\, 2067 Evergreen St.\, Villa Maria\, PA\, 16155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria E Graham":MAILTO:coordinator@pghcenteringprayer.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230322T185846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T185846Z
UID:134039-1680948000-1680969600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Holy Saturday Retreat:  Accompanying Jesus and Mary Magdalene - online or in-person
DESCRIPTION:Holy Saturday marks Jesus’ journeys into the heart of the earth in which he not only encounters the most constricted\, cut off and hurt states of human consciousness in the collective false self but allows love to reach them and weave them into the whole. Meanwhile Mary Magdalene\, the Tower\, keeps vigil with a heart open in love as Jesus enters this pivotal point in the passion events\, the outcome of which is still unknown to her. We are invited to enter this day from a wisdom point of view opening ourselves to the possibility of embodying the postures of Jesus and Mary Magdalene in the context of our very own lives. \nJoin us ONLINE or at the Centre for Spiritual Renewal in Langley\, B.C. for a contemplative wisdom event led by Heather Ruce\, in which we engage this sacred day with our minds\, feelings\, and body through teaching\, reflection and shared wisdom practices. \nRetreat Leader: Heather Ruce\, M.A.\, is a wisdom spiritual director companioning individuals and facilitating wisdom practice circles\, groups\, retreats\, and wisdom schools focused on learning and practicing the Christian Wisdom Tradition. She offers teaching and guidance in various wisdom and mindfulness practices including Centering Prayer\, Christian meditation\, sacred chanting\, lectio divina\, conscious work and embodiment in service of waking up and putting on the mind of Christ. Find out more at heatherruce.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/holy-saturday-retreat-accompanying-jesus-and-mary-magdalene-online-or-in-person/
LOCATION:Centre for Spiritaul Renewal at St. Andrew’s Church\, Langley\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230406T123000
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UID:134035-1680548400-1680784200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:4-Day Holy Week Silent Wisdom Retreat: Accompanying Jesus and Mary Magdalene through the Paschal Mystery - in-person or online
DESCRIPTION:Holy Week is more than a series of events surrounding the final days of Jesus’s earthy life that we are to commemorate. We can enter this sacred week from the inside as a way of mutual accompaniment in which we are concurrently embodying the postures of Jesus and Mary Magdalene through this timeless passage through death. Under the conditions of deep silence—weaving in the transformative currents of surrender\, three centered presence\, attention\, and recollection—we will open ourselves to the intense life giving energy of the Paschal Mystery available to us that we might emerge with the steadfast knowing that ‘Love is as strong as death’ and we too are called to be bearers of that Love. \nJoin us ONLINE or at the Bethlehem Centre in Nanaimo BC\, Canada for a silent experiential retreat. There will be an immersion into a ‘wisdom way of knowing’ through a daily rhythm of mindful walking\, Centering Prayer\, teaching\, reflection\, ritual\, Gurdjieff Exercises and Movements\, chanting\, and contemplative free time embedded in the Great Silence. In person registration https://bethlehemcentre.com/program/1264/holy-week-silent-wisdom-retreat-in-person/ \nRetreat Leader: Heather Ruce\, M.A.\, is a wisdom spiritual director companioning individuals and facilitating wisdom practice circles\, groups\, retreats\, and wisdom schools focused on learning and practicing the Christian Wisdom Tradition. She offers teaching and guidance in various wisdom and mindfulness practices including Centering Prayer\, Christian meditation\, sacred chanting\, lectio divina\, conscious work and embodiment in service of waking up and putting on the mind of Christ. Find out more at heatherruce.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/4-day-holy-week-silent-wisdom-retreat-accompanying-jesus-and-mary-magdalene-through-the-paschal-mystery-in-person-or-online/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Centre\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
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UID:133490-1680343200-1680350400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Resurrection - Transformation Big Sit - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful morning exploring the Resurrection-Transformation theme. This Big Sit incorporates two 20-minute silent Centering Prayer sessions with Lectio Divina (sacred reading four times)\, Taizé chant\, and stories about transformation for our reflection. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/resurrection-transformation-big-sit-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20230401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230301T191130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T153759Z
UID:133456-1680339600-1680350400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer – Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary’s Sewanee is hosting an online workshop via Zoom\, “Introduction to Centering Prayer”\, Saturday\, April 1st\, 9am to 3pm Central Time\, led by The Rev. Tom Ward. \nThe Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, teaching Centering Prayer\, and leading retreats. \nPlease register using the link below. This program is FREE. Donations to St. Mary’s Sewanee are appreciated.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230403
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230217T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T185524Z
UID:133125-1680220800-1680479999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:11th-Step Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will offer an environment of solitude and silence in community with time for reflection\, fellowship and 12-Step Meetings. We will be presenting Centering Prayer as an 11th-Step Practice. Centering Prayer is an ancient meditation practice that is different from what we may think of as prayer. It is simply moving deep within ourselves in silence\, saying nothing\, asking for nothing\, just being by letting go of our thoughts and resting in our Higher Power. Retreat staff have been active in 12-Step programs for many years and are longtime practitioners of Centering Prayer. They are commissioned presenters for Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach and 12 step Outreach. \nIf you are starting a meditation practice\, seeking a new path or are interested in deepening your current practice\, come and join. Please see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/11th-step-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Retreat Center":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230403
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230105T161750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T221013Z
UID:130905-1679875200-1680479999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Father Sheehan 6-Day Centering Prayer Retreat at Holy Cross Abbey
DESCRIPTION:Silence and Solitude\nFORGIVENESS \nCentering Prayer Retreat with Father Bill Sheehan\nMonday\, March 27 – Palm Sunday\, April 2\, 2023\nHoly Cross Abbey (HCA)\nwww.virginiatrappists.org\nBerryville\, VA \n5 Full Days & 2 Half Days of silence and solitude in a peaceful rural setting 3 plus hours per day of group Centering Prayer\nDaily morning Centering Prayer begins at 5:30am\nPalm Sunday morning Centering Prayer begins at 6:30am\nComfortable single room with private bathroom/shower\nOpportunity to attend any or all of the daily Liturgy of the Hour prayers with the Trappist monks\nEucharist celebrated with the Monks in the Abbey Monastery Chapel weekdays and Saturday morning after 7:00am Lauds\nSunday morning Eucharist celebrated with Father Sheehan in the Retreat House Chapel\nDaily group conference Tuesday – Saturday offered by Father Sheehan\nOpportunity for two private individual conferences with Father Sheehan \nHere is the event/registration URL: https://conta.cc/3jp91oK\nmartha@marthajohnston.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/father-sheehan-6-day-centering-prayer-retreat-at-holy-cross-abbey/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Abbey\, 901 Cool Spring Ln\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230103T213355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T213355Z
UID:130837-1679734800-1679745600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Forgiveness Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Is there someone in your life whom you find difficult to forgive? The Prayer of Forgiveness is a powerful prayer that can help you forgive at the deepest level of your being. During this class\, you will receive instruction on this prayer\, developed by Contemplative Outreach founding member Mary Mrozowski. You will also have an opportunity for Centering Prayer as well as practice of the Prayer of Forgiveness. \nThis class will include a session of Centering Prayer. \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-forgiveness-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230220T224248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T205910Z
UID:133161-1679733000-1679747400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“Be still and know that I am God.”\n– Psalm 46:10 \nCentering Prayer is a receptive\, deep method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of the experience of God’s presence within us. It presents ancient Christian teachings in an updated form. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather it casts new light on them. This method of prayer is a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. Through the regular practice of Centering Prayer\, many people discover the fruits of the Spirit: love\, joy\, peace\, patience\, self-control. \nThe workshop will introduce the four guidelines of Centering Prayer and will include two 20 minute silent Centering Prayer sessions. The teachings are based on Father Thomas Keating’s book\, Open Mind\, Open Heart. Follow up materials and resources will be provided. A donation is suggested for the presenters traveling expenses. \nThe co-presenters are the Reverends Jackie Falk and John Keller.\nFor more information and to RSVP contact\, Laura Petrie at petriedish57@gmail.com \nPlease note there is also a Centering Prayer group in person on Sundays @ 5:00 p.m. Eastern time – same location\, Messiah Lutheran Church.  Please email Laura Petrie if interested in attending\, petriedish57@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-8/
LOCATION:Messiah Luthern Church\, 305 West Magnetic Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20220712T205521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T205521Z
UID:126139-1679733000-1679747400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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. \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.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-7/
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:20230322T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230322T185956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T185956Z
UID:134046-1679472000-1679504400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Day Retreat: Preparing to Accompany Jesus and Mary Magdalene through Holy Week - online or in-person
DESCRIPTION:On this Lenten Day\, we will prepare ourselves to enter Holy week from the inside by embodying the postures of Jesus and Mary Magdalene through this timeless passage. Let’s join together in community to learn and practice Wisdom\, weaving in the transformative currents of surrender\, three centered presence\, attention\, and recollection. May we open more fully to encounter the transformative life-giving energy of Holy Week. \nJoin us ONLINE or at the Multifaith Centre in Victoria\, B.C. for a contemplative wisdom event led by Heather Ruce\, in which we engage this sacred day with our minds\, feelings\, and body through teaching\, reflection and shared wisdom practices. \nRetreat Leader: Heather Ruce\, M.A.\, is a wisdom spiritual director companioning individuals and facilitating wisdom practice circles\, groups\, retreats\, and wisdom schools focused on learning and practicing the Christian Wisdom Tradition. She offers teaching and guidance in various wisdom and mindfulness practices including Centering Prayer\, Christian meditation\, sacred chanting\, lectio divina\, conscious work and embodiment in service of waking up and putting on the mind of Christ. Find out more at heatherruce.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lenten-day-retreat-preparing-to-accompany-jesus-and-mary-magdalene-through-holy-week-online-or-in-person/
LOCATION:Multifaith Centre\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230221T204757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T204757Z
UID:133234-1679131800-1679140800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Christian Mystical Poetry and the Contemplative Path - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Led by the Rt. Rev. G. Porter Taylor \nIf silence is the first language of God\, as Thomas Keating writes\, mystical poetry is a language by which we mortals may share our experience of God. What can we learn about spiritual practice\, growth\, and vitality from devout mystics who step beyond the limits of prose into poetry? This workshop offers an opportunity to study and react to a sampling of such poetry from the early Middle Ages into our current century. \nRegistrants will receive copies of the poems to be discussed in advance of the program\, and following the program\, a brief bibliography of references. \nProgram Facilitator: Dick Hall (COMW Coordinating Team member): dh0621@gmail.com \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/christian-mystical-poetry-and-the-contemplative-path-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20220712T205656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T205656Z
UID:126136-1679130000-1679157000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Mystical Experience of Everyday Living
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Sophfronia Scott\, M.F.A. \nMysticism is often viewed as the privileged experience of a few chosen\, holy individuals. But German Jesuit\, Karl Rahner\, wrote about “everyday mysticism\,” and Carmelite Sister Ruth Burrows described the mystical life simply as “God touching the depths of our being.” God is closer than we think–to all of us. We’ll explore everyday mysticism as life events filled with God’s unmistakable presence. Sharing Thomas Merton’s experiences and her own\, Sophfronia will help attendees notice\, identify\, and appreciate mystical encounters in their everyday lives. \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. \nSophfronia Scott\, M.F.A.\, is director of Alma College’s Master’s program in Creative Writing and holds degrees from Harvard and the Vermont College of Fine Arts. A novelist\, essayist\, and contemplative thinker\, her books include the newly-released The Seeker and the Monk: Everyday Conversations with Thomas Merton\, as well as All I Need to Get By\, Unforgivable Love\, Love’s Long Line\, and This Child of Faith. Her work has appeared in Time\, People and O\, The Oprah Magazine.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-mystical-experience-of-everyday-living/
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:20230318T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230103T235602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T235602Z
UID:130853-1679130000-1679140800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Deepening Spiritual Practice through Three-Centered Awareness - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Phileena Nikole \nThree-centered awareness is crucial for experiencing Divine Presence; mind\, heart\, and body coming on-line and cooperating together. But too often\, we experience shutdown in one or more of these centers. This limits our capacity for opening to Presence and receiving the integration and wholeness we long for. \nAre you curious about the deeper\, subtle\, life-changing dynamics of contemplative prayer? Do you feel stuck in your practice and desire to progress? Are you wondering how to more regularly bring the gifts of your sitting practice into your daily experiences of life and relationships? \nIf so\, join Phileena for this online contemplative experience. During our time together\, Phileena will offer a mix of foundational teaching\, guided group contemplation\, and three-centered awareness practice. This event will include a session of Centering Prayer \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado)\nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/deepening-spiritual-practice-through-three-centered-awareness-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230220T223601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T223644Z
UID:133171-1679128200-1679146200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Deeper Mind\, Deeper Heart
DESCRIPTION:This half day online retreat will explore the similarities and differences between the Buddhist practice of Insight Meditation and the Christian practice of Centering Prayer. \nThe unifying theme will be the emphasis in both traditions on intention\, receptivity and interior silence. The goal will be to explore how these two traditions can be approached as complementary\, affording a deepening spiritual journey when practiced together. \nThe retreat will include: \n-Meditation instruction \n-Periods of silent meditation in both practices \n-Time for questions and discussion \nDate and Time: Saturday\, March 18th\, 8:45am-1:30pm Eastern Standard Time \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/deeper-mind-deeper-heart/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230320
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230302T230553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T230553Z
UID:133487-1679011200-1679270399@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Peace in Troubled Times Weekend Centering Prayer Retreat - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Delve into a deeply spiritual experience growing closer to God on a two-night Centering Prayer Retreat on Zoom. Transform and deepen your relationship with God through Centering Prayer. Renew your mind by absorbing the wisdom of mystics. We will be able to maintain an atmosphere of silence during the retreat in our own homes by accessing our Zoom connection. Our time schedule is from 4 pm Eastern Time (ET) Friday to 12 noon ET Sunday. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/peace-in-troubled-times-weekend-centering-prayer-retreat-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230315T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20220603T151110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221030T234208Z
UID:124674-1678892400-1679569200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-day Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Intensive I and Post Intensive. You choose the track that works best for you. For everyone\, there will be three 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. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative Eucharist 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 six months or longer. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI\, and Marty Badgett. Susan\, Marty\, and Fr. Bill have served within the Contemplative Outreach community for many years and led many Centering Prayer retreats and workshops. \nThe retreat begins Wednesday\, March 15 with registration from 3:00 to 5:00\, an opening session at 5:00pm\, and dinner at 6:00pm. We end on Thursday\, March 23 at 11:00am (lunch optional). \nThe fee includes all meals and lodging. Rooms are single with a sink in the room; bathrooms are shared. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230302T230349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T230349Z
UID:133484-1678528800-1678536000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:It's All About Love Big Sit - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 11th – 10:00 – 12:00 Eastern Time \nJoin us for a meaningful morning exploring the theme “It’s All About Love.” This Big Sit incorporates two 20-minute silent Centering Prayer sessions with Lectio Divina (sacred reading four times)\, Taizé chant\, and a story about Love for our reflection. \nSee the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/its-all-about-love-big-sit-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230304T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20230220T223804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T223842Z
UID:133167-1677924000-1677929400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Being You Are is the Being I AM
DESCRIPTION:We all have stories about who we are based on our history\, relationships\, the roles we play in life\, our personality\, race\, gender and identity at large. \nThis is who we think we are. \nBut beyond this storied self is our True Self — the vast\, pure awareness known as the Divine Indwelling\, or I AM — God’s Being within us. \nJoin this 90-minute guided retreat to learn how contemplation and Centering Prayer help us shift from who we think we are to who we truly are. \nWe’ll explore how centering prayer & contemplation shift us from \n-our storied self to our True Self \n-our ego to our Essence \n-our small mind to our Big Mind \nAnd why we need all of these parts to be our Whole (and holy) Self. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-being-you-are-is-the-being-i-am/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230304T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T081405
CREATED:20221222T225118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T225118Z
UID:130168-1677920400-1677931200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As the season of Lent approaches\, this quiet morning\, free from daily activities\, gives participants time for a communal gathering in silence and Centering Prayer. Along with scheduled prayers and a contemplative walk is unstructured time for private journaling or reflection\, and enjoyment of the beautiful grounds of Holy Spirit Retreat Center. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. \nFree-will offering\nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by February 28th\nFor more information contact Marilyn Nobori at cpcoordinator@hsrcenter.com or (818) 815-4480.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lenten-silent-saturday/
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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SUMMARY:Online Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)
DESCRIPTION:First Saturdays\n9-11:30am Hawaiʻi time (UTC-10)\nHalf day online retreats \nFirst Saturdays online retreats are a special time where we explore our centering prayer practice. We are looking forward to sharing Physio-Divina (Moving) practices\, Visio-Divina (visual-Art) practices. Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie have stepped into leadership and welcome others if you are called to join us. \nHere is a preview of the first part of 2023: January 7th we celebrated Epiphany\, February 4 we embraced Love\, March 4th we will be entering into the Lenten Season\, and April 4 we will be reflecting on Holy week. \nLet the Light grow in us\,\nVisio Divina\,\nCentering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer\nJanuary 7\, 2023\, 9:11:30 am Hawai’i time (UTC-10) \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are!\nSchedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10) \n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering prayer\n9:45 Welcoming prayer\n10:00 Centering prayer\n10:20 Break\n10:30 Visio Divina\n10:45 Reflections\n11:00 Body Prayer with Lectio Divina\n11:15-11:30 Closing Prayer \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158\nPasscode: 730086 \nDates 2023 ( the zoom link is the same for all these dates) \nMarch 4\nApril 1\nMay 6\nJune 3\nJuly 1\nAugust 5\nSeptember 2\nOctober 7\nNovember 4\nDecember 2
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-mini-retreat-via-hawai%ca%bbi-1st-saturday-of-every-month-3/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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