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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:20260423T102007
CREATED:20220603T151110Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000
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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:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230220T223804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T223842Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230304T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230304T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221228T183628Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230304T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230304T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230104T222433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T222433Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Saturday with Fr. Bill Sheehan:  Finding the Place of the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Silent Saturday with Fr. Bill Sheehan\nFinding the Place of the Heart March 4 \nContemplative Outreach of Columbus is offering a Silent Saturday. A Silent Saturday provides a few hours that are set aside for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, spiritual teaching and reflection. “Come rest awhile with the Lord” in preparation for Holy Week. \nFr Bill will discuss “Finding the Place of the Heart…Encouragement to go Deeper” so that we may listen to the Spirit praying in us\, enlivening\, enlightening and guiding us. How can we deepen our awareness that we are all mystics? God has pitched a tent on the fertile soil of our hearts. \nFr. Bill is a priest and member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. He was present at the Lama retreat convened by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO which founded Contemplative Outreach. He has led countless Centering Prayer workshops and retreats. He is an enthusiastic follower of the Red Sox and Patriots\, but he is first all a disciple of Jesus Christ. \nExpect that the day will begin at 8:30am and last until 2:30pm. EST\nRegister by sending an email to Bob Gorman at rbrtgorman@gmail.com and a zoom link will be sent to you a few days in advance. \nThe event is free. Nondeductible donations to Contemplative Outreach of Columbus to cover costs are welcome. They can be sent to the care of Tom Davis at 844 Franklin Ave\, Columbus\, OH 43205.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silent-saturday-with-fr-bill-sheehan-finding-the-place-of-the-heart/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Columbus":MAILTO:rbrtgorman@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230117T181846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T052859Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Two Session Event: February 27th and 28th\, 2023 from 6 PM to 8 PM (Central) each day. \nThe Introduction to Centering Prayer explores the place of contemplative prayer in the Christian tradition. As Jesus said\, “But when you pray\, go to your private room and\, when you have shut your door\, pray to your Father who is in that secret place\, and your Father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:6) \nThe Introduction will guide you through the method of Centering Prayer and let you experience this prayer of silence. Centering Prayer’s purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through silence and stillness. The presentation will include the conceptual background of Centering Prayer\, psychological processes\, and insights into establishing Centering Prayer as a way of life. There will be opportunities for discussion as well as invitations into prayerful presence. \nThis workshop is divided into four conferences across two days. Conferences 1 & 2 are on February 27 and conferences 3 & 4 on February 28. We plan to continue with 4 Follow-Up sessions at later dates. \nTo join us online\, please email Sandra at: sandyandkali@sbcglobal.net.\nFree will donation: $20 suggested. Click in the Event Website at the bottom of the page to donate to Contemplative Outreach Chicago. \nPresenters:\nAlan Krema  is a commissioned Contemplative Outreach presenter of Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer. He is a Wisdom student of Cynthia Bourgeault and facilitates groups based on the Wisdom Way of Knowing. He has completed the Living School program at the Center for Action and Contemplation. Alan served from 2016-2022 as chapter coordinator for Contemplative Outreach Chicago and is enrolled in the Shalem Institute program for Group Spiritual Leadership. \nSandra Janowski is a retired Social Worker\, Addiction Counselor and Community College Adjunct Instructor. In 2009 she completed a two year program in Spiritual Companionship and was commissioned by the Institute of Spiritual Companionship. Starting in 2016 Sandra became  a member of the Chicago Chapter “Circle of Service” and  has served as the Coordinator of Facilitators since 2018. In 2021 she was commissioned by Contemplative Outreach as a Centering Prayer Presenter. Currently she hosts a weekly Centering Prayer group on Meditation Chapel and co hosts a group at St Simon’s Episcopal Church. Sandra will be co-leading a seven day Silent Retreat at Sienna Center July 23 to July 29\, 2023. She has 3 children\, 4 granddaughters and 3 great-granddaughters.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230225T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230104T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T185021Z
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SUMMARY:What Does Centering Prayer Have to Offer the 21st Century?  (via Zoom and in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Adam Bucko and Rory McEntee \nWhat do Father Keating’s teachings have to offer us in the 21st century? In an initial talk\, Adam Bucko will set the stage for our time together by first looking to the past. How can we understand Centering Prayer’s connections to the historical structures and frameworks of the Christian tradition\, and what do these structures of contemplative spirituality have to offer us today? Looking forward\, what might we need to add or subtract from these structures to develop a robust contemplative life in the 21st century? How do the challenges we face today differ\, as well as overlap\, from those in the past? And how can Centering Prayer address the challenges of a broken world in which our contemporary journeys are embedded? \nRory McEntee will follow up Adam’s talk with reflections on interspiritual dimensions of Father Keating’s teachings and contemplative life. How might the two major projects of Fr. Keating’s later life\, the Centering Prayer movement and the interspiritual “Snowmass Conferences\,” come together? What might be gleamed for the Centering Prayer movement from this other half of Fr. Keating’s (inter)spiritual work in the world? Is an openness to other ways of being spiritual and/or religious necessary for contemplative lives in the 21st century? If so\, what is a proper way of orienting ourselves within such openness? Answering such questions leads us beyond tolerance for other religious traditions towards an abiding love for them\, as Fr. Keating often spoke of. For some\, it may even lead to a deep engagement in our contemplative lives with those outside the boundaries of traditional Christianity\, even while remaining anchored to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. \nIn a final session\, Adam and Rory will lead a dialogue around “new monasticism\,” engaging one another as well as the audience. They will look back at their co-authored book from 2015\, The New Monasticism: An Interspiritual Manifesto for Contemplative Living\, and discuss what still feels relevant\, and what has changed since then. As new monasticism aims to translate practices from monastic and other contemplative traditions into modern lives\, as well as broaden ideas of what ‘total commitment’ to a contemplative life looks like\, it resonates strongly with the Centering Prayer movement. Our hope is this discussion will lead to a robust Q&A dialogue with conference participants around the most pressing questions in our contemplative journeys today. This event will include two sessions of Centering Prayer \nTime listed is Mountain Time (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/what-does-centering-prayer-have-to-offer-the-21st-century-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:20230218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20220712T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T205800Z
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SUMMARY:Body Presence and Contemplative Awareness - BioSpiritual Focusing Day of Presence
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Donna O’Connor and Mike Smoolca \nDiscover a deeper awareness of healing and wisdom accessible to each of us through our bodies. We’ll establish BioSpiritual Focusing’s place in Body Awareness Practice and then progressively and experientially introduce participants to the focusing concepts which will conclude with individual experiences of being companioned through a focusing session. Participants will be invited to welcome and hold their feelings with curiosity and loving care to achieve integration into greater wholeness. This day provides the foundations to pursue further practice and study of BioSpiritual Focusing. \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. \nDonna O’Connor is the BioSpiritual Focusing Coordinator at Genesis Spiritual Life Center in Westfield\, Massachusetts\, a retreat leader\, and long-time spiritual director. Donna has a special interest in helping people who struggle with weight\, body image\, and eating disorders and is experienced in 12-Step Spirituality. \nMike Smoolca is a contemplative group and workshop facilitator and a dedicated teacher and student of contemplative practice and wisdom spirituality. He is a Contemplative Outreach presenter and coordinator for the Christian Contemplative Experience at Holy Family\, Contemplative Outreach of CT\, and the Northern CT Chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society. Mike is a practicing spiritual director and supervisor as well as a BioSpiritual Focusing companion and teacher.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/body-presence-and-contemplative-awareness-biospiritual-focusing-day-of-presence/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
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SUMMARY:Wisdom School: The Encounter with Evil – ZOOM OPTION
DESCRIPTION:“From time immemorial Wisdom Schools have emerged in times of global crisis or on the cusp of great leaps in human consciousness in order to help shepherd our planet through the transition. While there is academic teaching that goes on here\, that is not the primary business of a Wisdom school; the primary business is to help anchor human wholeness and to work with the core practices that sustain the transformation of consciousness.” — Wisdom Waypoints \nPlease Note: In-person retreat is full \nMercy Center\, Burlingame Centering Prayer Program presents\nWisdom School: The Encounter with Evil – ZOOM OPTION \nIn this timely advanced wisdom school\, we will be inquiring into the nature and presence of evil as a discernible force\, with a focus on these key questions: What is a useful\, contemporary understanding of evil? How can we effectively deal with evil\, at both an individual and collective scale? \nTeachings will draw from a wide variety of sources both spiritual and psychological\, with the emphasis first and foremost on the practical: learning to recognize and shield oneself better from the toxic effects of prolonged exposure to evil\, “speaking truth to power” in a way that wields real clout\, and as necessary\, to draw more intentionally and skillfully on assistance from realms beyond our own. \nWe will be exploring:\nthe metaphysics of evil with an emphasis on the process and relational nature of its arising\nthe psychology of evil and its potential spawning ground\nthe roots of collective psychosis\nthe dangerous blind spot in the Christian strategy of “love conquers all”\nconsiderations of personal responsibility\nthe remediating force of conscience and the costliness of engaging it \nBecause this is an advanced wisdom school\, a strong meditation practice and familiarity with the Christian wisdom tradition as laid out by Cynthia Bourgeault is strongly recommended. Join us on ZOOM through Mercy Center\, Burlingame\, CA. There will be an invitation to a wisdom way of approaching this material through a daily rhythm with periods of silence\, centering prayer\, teaching\, conscious conversation\, Gurdjieff Exercises and Movements\, chanting\, mindful work\, and contemplative free time. \nRetreat Leader & Centering Prayer Team:\nCynthia Bourgeault is a modern day mystic\, Episcopal priest\, writer\, and internationally acclaimed retreat leader. She divides her time between solitude in her seaside hermitage in Maine and a demanding schedule traveling globally to spread the recovery of the Christian contemplative and Wisdom paths. She is principal teacher for The Contemplative Society and the founding director of an international network of Wisdom schools\, uniting classic Christian mystical and monastic teaching with contemporary practices of mindfulness and embodied presence. \nHeather Ruce will be supporting our wisdom school experience through guiding us in daily Gurdjieff Movements. She is a wisdom spiritual director with training in a neurophysiology based approach to understanding the nervous system. She loves working with individuals as well as facilitating groups and retreats focused on learning and practicing the Christian Wisdom Tradition. \nJoy Andrews Hayter is a spiritual director whose offerings include Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices of the Christian Wisdom tradition. These practices encourage us to lean into the Love that is constantly being offered within a relational web of Sacred Unity. As a scientist she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nCatherine Regan 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 participating in the reclamation of the Christian Wisdom tradition and fostering the contemplative practices so urgently needed at this time in our world. \nZOOM Hosts:\nJesse Roger Burson is a father of three\, business owner\, retired Coast Guard officer and dedicated practitioner of meditation and Centering Prayer for over forty years. He has been attending Wisdom Schools and following the teachings of Cynthia Bourgeault since reading “The Wisdom Jesus” in 2017 and has been a Spiritual Director and Group Spiritual Director since 2019. Jesse is also an avid sailor and pilot! \nAlan Krema is a long time student of Cynthia Bourgeault and has attended multiple Wisdom Schools since 2010. He facilitates Wisdom practice groups focused on Centering Prayer\, Wisdom Way of Knowing\, and the Gospel of Thomas. He emphasizes the engagement of current issues with the embodied Wisdom of contemplative practice. He is actively engaged with Wisdom Waypoints and Contemplative Outreach and has introduced a variety of teachings from the Wisdom Way of Knowing lineage into the practice and prayer gatherings of Contemplative Outreach. He lives in the Chicago area. \nCONTACT\nTo register\, please see the link below.\nFor further assistance\, contact us at (650) 340-7474.\nFor more information visit: www.mercy-center.org \nThese are unprecedented times. If finances are an issue\, please email us at registration@mercywmw.org for a learning grant discount code. We want to make sure our offerings are available to everyone. \nCANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS\nMercy Center requires notice of cancellation in writing (email to mc@sistersofmercy.org) 1 week prior to the event for a full refund by check or 50% of the total program cost if the notice is received 3 days or less prior to the event.\nNo refund will be given if a retreatant leaves early or arrives late during a retreat. Out of consideration for others on the waiting list\, please make a commitment to attend the entire retreat. \nSchedule (subject to change) \nFriday Evening\, February 17th\n7:00 ZOOM Welcome and Orientation\n7:30 Opening session Introducing the Encounter with Evil (Cynthia)\nGreat Silence from end of session until afternoon \nDaily Saturday\, February 18th – Tuesday\, February 21st\n6:25 Yoga (optional)\n7:00 Centering Prayer & Chanting\n7:30 Break for breakfast & Personal prayer time maintaining Great Silence\n9:00 Morning Teaching\n10:30 Break\n11:00 Conscious Work or Gurdjieff Movements\n12:00 Break Mindful conversation at Lunch followed by contemplative silent time for rest and reflection\n2:30 Conscious Work or Gurdjieff Movements\n3:30 Break\n3:45 Gurdjieff Exercise\n4:45 Afternoon Teaching\n6:00 Break for Dinner\n7:15 Questions and Dialogue\, followed by chanting and Centering Prayer into the Great Silence from end of session until afternoon \nWednesday\, February 22nd\n6:25 Yoga (optional)\n7:00 Centering Prayer & Chanting\n7:30 Break for breakfast & Personal prayer time maintaining Great Silence\n9:30 Final Teaching/Q&R\n10:45 Break\n11:00 Ash Wednesday Eucharist Celebration\n12:00 Wisdom School Complete
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/wisdom-school-the-encounter-with-evil-zoom-option/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20220511T182520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T182727Z
UID:124189-1676563200-1676811600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Weekend Centering Prayer Retreat
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-57/
LOCATION:Knobs Haven Retreat Center\, 515 Nerinx Road\, Nerinx\, KY\, 40049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sharon Allen":MAILTO:sksallen13@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230113T221801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T221801Z
UID:131360-1676307600-1676316600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Carolyn Goddard's "Reflection on Discernment" - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Using gardening as a metaphor\, this workshop will look at the process of discernment in terms of tilling the soil of one’s soul\, planting a seed for discernment and watching for sunlit growth. \nThe session will begin with Centering Prayer\, and there will also be time for individual reflection as well as questions during the discernment discussion. Materials for this presentation are drawn from books by Sr. Mary Margaret Funk\, Henri Nouwen and Contemplative Outreach’s booklets on Discernment. \nThe workshop is limited to 25 participants\, so please register early.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/carolyn-goddards-reflection-on-discernment-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230119T224407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T224407Z
UID:131734-1676109600-1676127600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Be still and know that I am God.\n– Psalm 46:10 \n“Centering Prayer is a discipline to foster interior transformation\, initiated by God and leading\, if we consent\, to divine union. One’s way of seeing reality changes\, which empowers one to perceive and respond to everyday life with sensitivity to the dive presence in\, through and beyond everything.” – Thomas Keating\, Open Heart Open Mind \nAbout the Event\nIn this workshop\, we will examine how Centering Prayer will deepen our relationship with God\, others and ourselves. We will learn the method of Centering Prayer and how to deal with our thoughts during the prayer period. There will be two periods of Centering Prayer and a time for questions. A boxed lunch will be served. \nTo register please contact Diane Popalis at dianep@stmarysepisc.org. There is a registration fee of $30.00 which includes a boxed lunch and a copy of Open Mind\, Open Heart by Thomas Keating. \nPresenters \nDiane Popalis and Tom Benson\, Commissioned Presenters
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-35/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Episcopal Church\, High Point\, NC\, 108 W. Farriss Ave.\, High Point\, NC\, 27262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20230103T213308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T213308Z
UID:130834-1676106000-1676116800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Lectio Divina - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Lectio Divina\, a Latin term for “divine reading\,” is an ancient monastic practice of praying the Scriptures. The monks would gather in prayer and hear the scripture proclaimed. They would take a word or phrase that spoke to them into the activity of their day. Pondering this thought\, ruminating through it throughout their work\, they were aware of God’s presence. \nMany of you are quite familiar with Centering Prayer\, and have experienced how it has deepened your relationship with God. In this workshop\, you will learn the basics of Lectio Divina\, experience it in a guided setting\, and be able to ask questions and share experiences with the presenter and your fellow participants. \nDuring Lectio Divina\, the practitioner listens to the text of the Bible with the “ear of the heart\,” as if one is in conversation with God. Lectio Divina includes moments of reading (lectio)\, reflecting on (meditatio)\, responding to (oratio) and resting in (contemplatio) the Word of God with the aim of nourishing and deepening one’s relationship with the Divine. \nLectio Divina will bring you into a more intimate sense of the presence of God in the word of Scripture\, and you will experience that grace this word has to influence\, and indeed transform your life. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-lectio-divina-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=UTC:20230210T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221222T224919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T224919Z
UID:130163-1676048400-1676206800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Silent Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This silent/contemplative retreat is designed to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer. Come and enter the inner room where “interior silence strengthens and affirms the human experience” (Thomas Keating). This weekend offers a supportive community which fosters a quiet space where God is known more intimately. There will be regularly scheduled prayer sits with contemplative walks in between as well as unscheduled time for personal reflection\, journaling and walking the Center’s beautiful grounds. \nPrerequisite: A regular practice of Centering Prayer or silent meditation\nFee: $300 private room; $175 commuter (includes all meals)\nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by February 3rd\nA non-refundable deposit of $50 is required when registering.\nContact: Marilyn Nobori at cpcoordinator@hsrcenter.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-silent-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221213T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T195622Z
UID:130050-1675778400-1676037600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This four-day retreat at Holy Cross Monastery in the Hudson Valley offers opportunities for both those new to the Centering Prayer and those who have an established practice. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life. The retreat offers two tracks. For those new to Centering Prayer\, the basic essentials of the method and conceptual background of Centering Prayer will be presented. To those who have an established prayer practice\, more time will be available to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. This contemplative retreat welcomes both those new to and those comfortable with silence that have a yearning to rediscover this ancient prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplation. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 pm Tuesday. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45 pm. The retreat concludes with noon meal on Friday. (Daily Holy Eucharist is available at 9:00 a.m.). The suggested donation for the retreat is $430. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. \nRetreat Leader: Leslee Anne Terpay is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter for Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina. She is part of the service team who defines Lectio Divina workshop teachings and retreat experiences. Leslee is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, Colorado and a graduate of The Centering for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nReservations may be made by e-mail or phone. \nWe accept payments via all major credit cards\, PayPal\, or personal check. We offer hospitality assistance if you’d like to visit but find the cost too burdensome. To register\, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone (845-384-6660\, ext. 3002) or email (guesthouse@hcmnet.org). If you have questions on the content of the retreat please contact Leslee at co-leslee@comcast.net
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-9/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221228T183437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183437Z
UID:130317-1675501200-1675510200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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 celebrated Epiphany\, February 4 we will be embracing 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\nFebruary 4\, 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) \nFebruary 4\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-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20220712T205902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T205902Z
UID:126130-1674896400-1674923400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Contemplative Spirituality of Icons and Iconography
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Marek Czarnecki \nIcons in the Orthodox Christian tradition have been used as visual theology and as windows into the spiritual world. Through sacred imagery\, the Holy Spirit speaks to the believer\, revealing deep truths that may not be evident in other ways\, leading the believer into the depths of prayer and contemplation. During this day\, we will share the spiritual foundations of icons\, reveal the contemplative practice of writing icons\, and experience the contemplative practice of praying with icons. \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. \nMarek Czarnecki is a gifted iconographer and artist\, teaching and writing icons out of his liturgical arts studio\, Seraphic Restorations\, in Meriden\, Connecticut. He is a student of Russian Orthodox iconographer Ksenia Pokrovsky. Marek is a popular icon workshop and retreat leader. His icons have been featured in numerous exhibits\, videos and articles\, including The New York Times and St. Anthony Messenger.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-contemplative-spirituality-of-icons-and-iconography/
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;VALUE=DATE:20230127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221213T182327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T182327Z
UID:130041-1674777600-1675036799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Introduction to Centering Prayer retreat to deepen your personal relationship with God\, and to prepare to receive the gift of contemplation. Introduction to Centering Prayer will allow you to be still and know God through this method of Christian silent prayer. \nThis retreat consists of four conferences of contemplative practice\, study\, and support. \nSession one is a deeper look into prayer\, specifically Centering Prayer\, as a relationship with God.\nSession two provides initial instruction into the practice of Centering Prayer itself\, with the introduction to the choice and purpose of your personal sacred word.\nSession three provides a deeper level of understanding of the Centering Prayer Practice that includes both the sacred word and silence as prayer\, and insight into your various processes of thought. All of these combine to open you to giving consent to God’s presence and action.\nSession four provides a connection between the method and practice of Centering Prayer and being fully present in everyday life by removing the obstacles to the state of union with God.\nAdditional retreats are scheduled throughout the year to enable you to enhance your regular practice of Centering Prayer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-7/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221213T182059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T182059Z
UID:130043-1674777600-1675036799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Personal Days of Renewal with optional Centering Prayer Group Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself stressed? Overwhelmed? In personal spiritual crisis? Exhausted from caring for others? Do you just need to “unplug” from the daily grind? How are you taking care of yourself spiritually\, physically\, and emotionally? You can’t pour from an empty cup. You are invited to take some time for yourself on a personal retreat to focus on caring for yourself and fill up your cup. \nBethany Retreat Center is offering personal days of renewal for those who want to come for a day\, overnight\, or a few days to rest\, relax\, rejuvenate\, reconnect\, and rejoice. Take time to walk the grounds or the labyrinth\, visit the Mary grotto\, enjoy the scenery on a hike to the cross on the hill\, sit and contemplate\, pray in peace\, or do whatever fills your personal cup. \nWe offer a comfortable place to rest and home cooked meals to nourish your body\, mind\, and soul. Schedule a session of soul friending while you are here for a spiritual uplift. If you are a Centering Prayer practitioner\, you are also invited to attend the Centering Prayer group prayers offered throughout the weekend.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/personal-days-of-renewal-with-optional-centering-prayer-group-sessions/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230127T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221128T171738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T161432Z
UID:129536-1674777600-1674925200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Global Conversation for Contemplative Outreach Community - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Sharing the Vision\,” offered via Zoom \nAll are welcome to join in a gathering for volunteers\, hosted by the Chapter Support Team of Contemplative Outreach Ltd. This is an opportunity for Contemplative Outreach volunteers to connect and converse in a Zoom meeting with breakout rooms. You are welcome to propose conversation topics in advance to Marie Howard at mrhfamlife@aol.com. \nTwo opportunities to participate: \n\nFriday\, January 27: GMT midnight; 7pm Eastern; 6pm Central; 4pm Pacific; 2pm Hawaii (UTC-10)\n\nOR \n\nSaturday January 28: GMT 4pm; 11am Eastern; 10am Central; 8am Pacific; 6am Hawaii.\n\n  \nClick here to REGISTER
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/global-conversation-for-contemplative-outreach-community-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Marie Howard":MAILTO:mrhfamlife@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221121T165820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T165820Z
UID:129435-1674295200-1674302400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Simple Presence - A Contemplative Prayer Experience with the Vision of Contemplative Outreach - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In Simple Presence\, the divine Presence becomes an invitation for our community to listen deeply to the Spirit’s movement and action within. The event will offer a communal prayer experience dedicated to contemplation of the Vision Statement of Contemplative Outreach: “We embrace transformation in Christ\, both in ourselves and in others through the practice of Centering Prayer.” \nEach participant enters into inner awareness individually and then opens to the source of the Presence\, which is shared by other members of the group. The underlying commonality of the intention held is sacred. Simple Presence is being offered to those who are engaged with Contemplative Outreach on any level or simply have an interest in this community. It will be assumed that participants have a regular Centering Prayer practice and are familiar with Lectio Divina and the Welcoming Prayer. \nAlan Krema will lead this workshop and it will include embodied prayer\, chant\, reflective readings\, Centering Prayer\, Welcoming Prayer\, and wisdom sharing. Come prepared to sit in Simple Presence with the sacred words of the Vision. This prayerful event will be approximately two hours in length and will be presented online as Zoom gathering. \nPlease use the link below to register
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/simple-presence-a-contemplative-prayer-experience-with-the-vision-of-contemplative-outreach-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230121T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221020T212512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T212512Z
UID:128850-1674291600-1674304200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative prayer is God’s personal and unique gift to each of us. If we are open to this gift\, it will profoundly affect our lives and relationship with God\, others\, and our world. Centering Prayer is a form of contemplative prayer. It is a method of prayer that opens us to interior transformation and deeper intimacy with God and others.\nThe workshop includes four presentations and the practice of Centering Prayer. \nFor more information\, please contact Marilyn Nobori at 818-815-4480 or cpcoordinator@hsrcenter.com \nRegister at hsrcenter.com by January 18th with a non-refundable deposit of $10.00
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-10/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230123
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221212T145922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Summit - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join the two-day Centering Prayer Summit: a teachings & practice event. \nHear from these teachers:\n– Cynthia Bourgeault\n– Fr. Carl Arico\n– Carl McColman\n– Colleen Thomas\n– Phileena Nikole\n– Mary Dwyer\n– Adam Bucko\n– Nhien Vuong \nPresentation Titles:\n– The Mystical Roots of Centering Prayer\n– From Prayer to Protest: On Being an Engaged Contemplative in the World\n– The Enneagram of Soul: From Vice to Virtue\n– What the heck is Divine Therapy and why should we want it?\n– Obstacles to Grace in Centering Prayer\n– & more. \nVisit https://www.centeringprayersummit.com/ for details and to register!\nHosted by Closer Than Breath
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-summit-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230114T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221018T202810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T212635Z
UID:128834-1673686800-1673697600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:New Year Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Start the new year off with a deeper sense of peace. \nJoin us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. The day provides time for communal prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling\, and reflection\nand ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered to those new to the practice. \nFor more information\, please contact Marilyn Nobori at +1-818-815-4480 or cpcoordinator@hsrcenter.com \nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by January 10th . A free will offering is gratefully appreciated.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/new-year-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221214T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T190429Z
UID:130091-1673085600-1673091000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What and How of Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Start or Deepen a Centering Prayer practice. A free\, 90-minute offering. \n​Back to Basics: Exploring the Why\, What\, & How of Centering Prayer​ \nWe’ll explore: \n— Opening to God and peace within\n— Silence as the universal language of God\n— How to practice Centering Prayer meditation\n— Mystical union with God and why it matters \nThis event is perfect for two kinds of people: \n1. Those who are unfamiliar and want to explore this unique contemplative practice (how about a new meditation practice for 2023 ?) \n2. And seasoned practitioners that want to return to the basics\, take “beginners mind” into your practice\, or reset your and clarify the why and intention behind your practice. \nLed by Keith Kristich\, commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer\, Founder of Closer Than Breath \nWe hope you join us!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/back-to-basics-exploring-the-why-what-and-how-of-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230107T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20230107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221228T183138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T183138Z
UID:130315-1673082000-1673091000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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 will be celebrating Epiphany\, February 4 we will be embracing 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) \nEPIPHANY\, the Light shining forth\,\nThe 12th and last day of the Christmas season.\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)\nJanuary 7\nFebruary 4\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/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20220801T172418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T172418Z
UID:126881-1673024400-1673607600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a 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 Reservations for application\, Reservations@stmaryssewanee.org\, 931-598-5342.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-retreat-3/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230109
DTSTAMP:20260423T102007
CREATED:20221121T162128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T162128Z
UID:129447-1672876800-1673222399@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Transformation Through Everyday Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:A Silent Centering Prayer Retreat\nThursday\, January 5 – Sunday\, January 8\, 2023\nOmega Retreat Center\, Boerne\, Texas \nPresented by Pamela Begeman \nAs the new year begins\, join in community to explore and listen for the movement of the Spirit in our routines and ordinary lives. Each day we will experience several periods of Centering Prayer\, brief reflections on the topic\, lectio and visio divina\, and spacious time for solitude and rest. May we each leave renewed in our intention to attend to the epiphanies in our everyday lives. \nPamela Begeman is a daily practitioner and commissioned presenter of both Centering Prayer and the Welcoming Prayer. She co-creates and facilitates many of the Contemplative Outreach worldwide online retreats\, programs and publications. She is also one of the creators and editors of The Contemplative Life Program\, a series of 40-day booklets on contemplative practices and dispositions. Her daily spiritual practices root her in the present and Presence while being an active wife\, mother\, grandmother and professional. Pamela serves as communications and program coordinator for the international office of Contemplative Outreach and lives in Austin\, Texas. She also serves on the executive committee of The Meditation Chapel\, a Zoom-enabled worldwide prayer chapel for people of all contemplative practices and spiritual traditions. She loves hiking\, cooking\, hugging trees\, dogs\, bubbles and art-making as spiritual practice. \nJanuary 5 (4:00-6:00 pm registration) and end by 11:00 am on Sunday\, January 8\, 2023.\nRegistration fee covers all meals and lodging for the retreat.\nRetreatants must bring their own pillow\, bed linens (twin)\, towels and toiletries.\nConfirmation of your registration and additional details will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration. \nRegistration $300 if paid before Dec. 1; after Dec 1\, $325\nRegistration Closes December 20\, 2022\nAll meals and lodging included \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/transformation-through-everyday-epiphany/
LOCATION:Omega Retreat Center\, 216 West Highland\, Boerne\, TX\, 78006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach San Antonio (COSA)":MAILTO:info@cosa-contemplatvieoutreach.org
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