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SUMMARY:Spring Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:In this season of new life and promise\, it is good to take a quiet morning for Centering Prayer and silence. The day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation.\nThe day provides time for communal prayers with contemplative walks\, time for private journaling\, reflection\, and an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful grounds of Holy Spirit Retreat Center.\nAll are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice.\nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated. \nRegistration online at hsrcenter.com is appreciated but not required.\nFor more information contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/spring-silent-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this introductory workshop\, you will learn the ancient method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. We will cover the history\, psychology\, and theology of the practice. Two prayer sessions and a question-and-answer session are included. \nIn-person and online. \n$50 donation suggested. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-12/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240206T181805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240407T160147Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop Retreat
DESCRIPTION:THREE-DAY CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT\nMay 17 – 19\, 2024 \nCENTERING PRAYER INTRODUCTORY RETREAT\n– Learning to improve our conscious contact with the God of our understanding through prayer and meditation together. – \n“Silence is a great common denominator between people and also between us and God. God’s first language is silence.  Everything else is a poor translation. It is by entering into silence that we are best able to hear God.”  Fr. Thomas Keating\nThis retreat offers:  An in-depth experience of silent prayer/meditation; an introduction to Centering Prayer (including its use within an 11th Step Practice); and a presentation on The Human Condition.\nWe have come to believe that true healing can only happen though our conscious connection with a Higher Power.  As we consent to God’s presence and action within us through the Centering Prayer practice\, we open ourselves to the exact healing we most need.\nThis retreat also includes four continuing sessions by Zoom on Saturdays 9:00-10:00 am Eastern Time; dates TBD by attendees.\nThis is an opportunity for deeper union with God through communal sharing of silence and stillness. For those making their first silent retreat\, there will be periods of silent prayer as well as presentations on “The Method” with discussion.  We will also share videos by Fr. Thomas Keating on The Human Condition.\nDetails:  Location is the Sisters of Charity Motherhouse\, 5900 Delhi Road\, Mt. St. Joseph\, OH 45051                           Arrival on May 17 at 3:00pm; Depart on May 19 at 1:30pm.\nRetreat Leaders:  John Orr\, Gina DiGirolamo\, Bill Tonnis – Commissioned Presenters\, Contemplative Outreach\, LTD.\nCost: $250 includes private room w/bath\, all meals\, and a copy of “Open Mind Open Heart” by Thomas Keating. Commuters: $175 – includes all meals and book.  Registration with deposit of $125 or $62.50 respectively required by May 13.  Limited partial scholarships available.\nRegister by mail with the form below or online at co-gcnky.org via the Donate link.  For online registration\, please include information requested in the form below in the comment section of the Donation Page.\nContact Bill Tonnis @ billtonnis2012@gmail.com with questions.\nRegistration by Mail with check payable to Contemplative Outreach of Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (COGCNKY).  Mail to COGCNKY c/o JOHN ORR\, 5589 Day Drive\, Milford\, OH 45150.  Please print all information and indicate whether staying overnight or commuting.\nName ___________________________ Address ________________________________________ Email____________________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Include a note describing dietary restrictions/mobility limitations with your registration.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-workshop-enrichment/
LOCATION:Sisters of Charity Motherhouse\, 5900 Delhi Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky":MAILTO:cogcnky@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20231027T201048Z
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SUMMARY:7-Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive
DESCRIPTION:The seven-day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive Retreat offered from Monday\, May 13 to Sunday\, May 19\, 2024\, provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. The Intensive track will follow the Contemplative Outreach guidelines for an Intensive Retreat including six 30-minute Centering Prayer periods daily plus viewing and faith sharing on Thomas Keating’s Human Condition teachings. The Post Intensive track provides an additional 30 minutes of Centering Prayer with time for daily solitude. Retreat leaders: Leslee Anne Terpay and Br. Bernard Delcourt are available for soul-friending. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating as one wishes contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life including daily Holy Eucharist. An established practice of Centering Prayer for at least 6-months is highly recommended. \nMonday check-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45pm. The retreat concludes with breakfast on the last day with optional attendance at Holy Eucharist. \nCost for the retreat is $990. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. Register by e-mail or phone with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. \nIf you have questions about the retreat content or which track is best for you\, please contact retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net. \nTo find out more about Holy Cross Monastery\, visit their website at: www.holycrossmonastery.com \nRetreat Leaders \nLeslee Anne Terpay As a Contemplative Outreach Commissioned Presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina\, Leslee shares Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the Christian Spiritual Journey in workshop and retreat settings. She is part of the Service Team that stewards Fr. Thomas’s teaching for serving Centering Prayer Retreats. She is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, CO and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nBr. Bernard Delcourt is the US Director of Associates for the Order of the Holy Cross. Bernard is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. Bernard has been a monk since 2004. Before becoming a monk\, he was an investment banker and then a life and business skills coach. He is a spiritual director and regularly visits General Theological Seminary in New York to offer spiritual direction to students and staff.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/7-day-centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:Coloring Outside the Lines by Returning to Elementary Questioning: ‘How Should I Contemplate?’ - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, via ZOOM\, for a morning with Dr. Carmen Acevedo Butcher as she guides us in this session with the purpose of deepening and personalizing our own practice\, both individually and collectively\, with a heart for becoming more self- and others- compassionate. \nTimes noted are in Eastern Daylight Time. See link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/coloring-outside-the-lines-by-returning-to-elementary-questioning-how-should-i-contemplate-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20200727T205038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T222327Z
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SUMMARY:1-Day Centering Prayer Retreat – Sacred Embodiment
DESCRIPTION:1-Day Centering Prayer Retreat  – Sacred Embodiment \nMay 11th\, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm CDT\, offered by The Church of Conscious Harmony. Led by Sharon Johnson\, this in-person retreat includes times of Centering Prayer with gentle restorative yoga and stretching. It will be held in the fellowship hall. Bring a brown bag lunch. If you have a yoga mat\, block\, bolster\, blankets or evo band\, please bring them. Space is limited. \nTo register or for more information\, please select the event website registration link below or contact The Church of Conscious Harmony at 512-347-9673.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-one-day-virtual-retreat/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Office Mgr - CCH":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240505T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240125T171421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T171421Z
UID:141391-1714924800-1715169600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:I AM That I AM: The Invitation at the Center of Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative prayer draws us to the center of our being where Silence opens us to God’s dynamic\, spacious\, ever-evolving reality — the God Who is\, not the God we expect. In this silent retreat\, through periods of Centering Prayer; contemplative practices; simple body exercises; contemplative conversation; and quiet time for reflection\, reading\, and walking the grounds\, we will heed the call to meet the God of unsettling mystery and grace\, sometimes unfamiliar and unpredictable\, sometimes wonderfully surprising and bountiful. \nThis silent retreat\, intended for those with a Centering Prayer or other contemplative prayer practice\, will draw on the writings of Thomas Keating\, Ilia Delio\, Teilhard de Chardin\, Meister Eckhart\, and others. It will offer the opportunity to explore your experiences with the Sacred and reflect on how and whether your image and relationship with the divine have changed over the years. Where is God calling to you? How are you responding? \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/i-am-that-i-am-the-invitation-at-the-center-of-contemplative-prayer/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240403T165902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T170122Z
UID:143547-1714813200-1714824000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Intro Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person event. \nWorkshop Highlights:\n– Introduces participants to the method and background of Centering Prayer\n– Offers two opportunities to practice Centering Prayer\n– Follow-up meetings offered \nFour Topics\n1. Prayer as Relationship\n2. The Method of Centering Prayer\n3. Thoughts and the Us of the Sacred Word\n4. Deepening our Relationship with God \nTime zone: Pacific Time \nTo register\, please email cliffg4250@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-intro-workshop/
LOCATION:All Saints by the Sea Church\, 83 Eucalyptus Lane\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brenda Hudson and Clifford Gilb":MAILTO:cliffg4250@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20230803T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T192005Z
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SUMMARY:The Gospel of Love: Finding Wholeness with Julian of Norwich in Fragmented Times
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Mark S. Burrows\, Ph.D. \nAt the turn of the 15th century\, Julian of Norwich received 16 “showings” as a middle-aged woman and spent the rest of her life “beholding” them. She eventually produced a book at once provocative and accessible\, expanding these “visions of love.” What Julian offers is a remarkably complex and compelling vision of the immensity of God’s generosity\, and the radical call of compassion this calls us to embody in our lives. Join us to explore ways to discover your life held by God’s healing wholeness. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nThis program will include a morning and an afternoon session of Centering Prayer. \nMark S. Burrows\, Ph.D.\, is an in-demand retreat leader in the U.S. and Europe. A leading voice in the work of integrating theology and the arts\, he is widely respected for his work on the Christian mystical tradition. He is also well known as a poet\, editor\, and author. Mark is a member of the Iona Community and an oblate at Glastonbury Abbey. He lives and writes in Camden\, ME. \nPlease use the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-gospel-of-love-finding-wholeness-with-julian-of-norwich-in-fragmented-times/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240408T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T201133Z
UID:143615-1714208400-1714233600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Arising...a Quiet Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a quiet time away for reflection and prayer to be connected to the Center of all that is? Join others at Westminster Presbyterian for this day “Arising” in prayerful community with opportunities for \n– Centering Prayer in community;\n– EarthWhispers to make connections to the Divine Presence in the natural world;\n– Walking a Labyrinth…with your feet or fingers;\n– Yoga with Journaling (am) and Tai Chi (pm)…to connect body and Spirit;\n– Sung Prayer in community;\n– Meeting individually with another pilgrim (a leader within the group) to converse about your life’s journey.\nNote: Several of the above are free time options. Participants may choose what to attend\, or they may choose to not attend structured options. \nRegister by email to coneiowa@gmail.com\, and include name and phone number\, on or before Monday\, April 22. More info about food\, parking\, etc. will be shared with those who register. \nA free will donation is welcome to defray the day’s costs. \nWestminster Presbyterian Church is at 1301 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/arising-a-quiet-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church (Iowa)\, 1301 Kimball Ave\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T210000
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CREATED:20240126T212614Z
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SUMMARY:Bi-monthly Tech Circle ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:A space where we connect\, explore questions and co-learn with a view to building our capacity to serve others in our community and beyond. \nWe’ve added dates for the year every couple of months. We met most recently on a Saturday at 1pm ET but not everyone was able to attend and so we’ve also added an alternating Friday night event too. \nThe remaining dates for the year are: \nApril 26th 8pm ET\nYou can register for our April circle NOW \nJune 22nd 1pm ET \nAugust 30th 8pm ET \nOctober 26th 1pm ET \nDecember 7th 8pm ET \nIf you are interested in attending these circles but have a question please email: matt@coutreach.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/bi-monthly-tech-circle-online-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Scrimgeour":MAILTO:matt@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240426T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240215T143031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T143105Z
UID:142014-1714147200-1714320000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:God — the source of true joy and lasting peace — is not outside\, at a distance from ourselves. God is the very origin of ourselves. Contemplatives of all traditions know that\, as the author of The Cloud of Unknowing writes\, “God is your being.” Contemplative practice is a means of sinking into the deeper parts of ourselves and waking up to our rootedness in God as the Ground of Being.\nBut it can be a struggle to sit still and “just be.” The capacity to be is the mystical way of deep prayer & contemplation: resting in God beyond the activity of our mind\, body & email — resting in God as the Beingness of our being\, the Source of our self. \nWeaving teachings from Fr. Thomas Keating\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, Rupert Spira\, and The Cloud of Unknowing\, this retreat explores how Centering Prayer opens us to God’s Being within us and the Becoming of God expressed in our daily lives. \nJoin this Centering Prayer retreat to explore:\n· God as the universal Ground of Being\n· Why oneness with God is so practical\n· Contemplation as a way of opening to our natural state of mind\n· The role of attention & “Objectless awareness” in Centering Prayer\n· Finding God as closer that breath \nGod’s peace and presence of God are at the source of our very selves. \nJoin this retreat to explore in theory and practice! Please see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20231205T193102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T193102Z
UID:139155-1714089600-1714521599@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach South Africa National Conference
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome! \nVENUE: PADRE PIO RETREAT CENTRE\, PRETORIA\nDATE: 26 APRIL – 30 APRIL 2024\nwith Mary Dwyer \nRegistration fee options: \n1. Entire conference\, full board\, single room including banquet: R3000.00\n2. Entire conference\, full board\, shared room including banquet: R2600.00\n3. Entire conference\, non-residential\, meals and banquet included: R1500.00\n4. Day Visitors\, 09:00 – 17.00\, tea/coffee included\, bring own lunch: R450 per day\n5. Day visitors\, 09.00 – 17.00\, tea/coffee included and banquet included: R700 \nNON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT WITH REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 50% OF INDICATED FEE\, EXCLUDING DAY VISITORS. \nFor enquiries: Wendy Maree 012 993 3525/0823399969/ wndmaree@gmail.com \nPlease send the following information: \nNAME:\nEmail address:\nContact number: \nDietary preferences \nOption 1 2 3 4 5 Total: R ___ Deposit: R____ \nPayment method: EFT Payable to:\nCONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH PRETORIA\nNEDBANK\, MENLYN\nACCOUNT NUMBER: 1697057969\nBRANCH CODE: 169745\nPOP TO: Wendy Maree\, email: wndmaree@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-outreach-south-africa-national-conference/
LOCATION:Padre Pio Retreat Center\, 25 Kort Street\, Pretoria\, Rietvalleirand\, 0181\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach South Africa":MAILTO:bja2885@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240122T201827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T192606Z
UID:141217-1714089600-1714348799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Weekend Retreat: “Deepening the Contemplative Path  And the Gift of Emotional Healing”
DESCRIPTION:April 26 – 28\, 2024\nSt. Emma’s Monastery \nGreensburg\, Pennsylvania\nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Pittsburgh \nOur spring retreat will be led by Jim McElroy. Jim is on the governing board for Contemplative Outreach\, and has been on the leadership team of 12-Step Outreach since its formation in 2005. He is the former coordinator of CO St. Louis\, is on the Welcoming Prayer Service Team\, and is a member of the Living Flame teaching team. Retreat will include presentations with dialogue on the Human Condition\, Divine Therapy the Welcoming Prayer.   There will be private time for Centering Prayer. silence\, and soul-friending\,  \nPreregister by emailing victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-weekend-retreat-two-transformation-methods/
LOCATION:St. Emma Monastery\, 1001 Harvey Avenue\, Greensburg\, PA\, 15601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria E Graham":MAILTO:coordinator@pghcenteringprayer.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240312T214526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T214526Z
UID:142936-1713603600-1713625200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:After the Resurrection with Fr. Carl Arico - in person or via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Each feast of the liturgical year is both an event to be celebrated and a grace to be received.”\n– Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO\, The Mystery of Christ: The Liturgy as Spiritual Experience \nJoin us for a day of Centering Prayer\, recollection and celebration as Fr. Carl Arico explores with us the graces to be received in the grand liturgical feast of Pentecost. What unfolds for us in the time between the Resurrection and Pentecost? How does the feast of Pentecost touch our hearts? Let us linger together and ponder that “The Spirit…is not given only once… it is an ongoing promise\, an endless promise…always\, fulfilled and always being fulfilled.”(Fr. Keating\, The Mystery of Christ) \nThis day of recollection offers TWO ways to participate: attend in-person at The Center at Mariandale\, or join in on Zoom. Time listed is Eastern Time. \nFee: $50.00 with lunch in person; $30.00 ZOOM. Fr. Carl’s presentation will be recorded and available to all who register. Please see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/after-the-resurrection-with-fr-carl-arico-in-person-or-via-zoom/
LOCATION:The Center at Mariandale\, 299 North HIghland Ave\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="CO of Westchester":MAILTO:antnot@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20230925T182931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T182931Z
UID:137934-1713603600-1713621600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Lectio Divina
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Centering Prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book\, “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God“. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturdays of October 2023 through April 2024. Overnight accommodations are available. The April session will focus on Lectio Divina. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nFurther information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or contact Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-lectio-divina/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240325T182916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T182916Z
UID:143248-1713484800-1713743999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplating Christ With Fr Pizzuto - in person and Zoom options
DESCRIPTION:In this retreat\, Father Vincent Pizzuto will explore what it means to contemplate Christ not only in all people but in all things. Through conversations\, group discussions and other activities\, we will be looking at how the Incarnation has made mystics of us all and address this fundamental question: What if we read the Gospel as if that were true? \nRegistration options and fees:                        \n\n$292 per person for shared rooms (2 per room).\n$357 for private rooms (limited availability).\n$167 commuter rate (includes meals).\n$ 82 for Zoom attendance.\nIn-person Space is limited.  Please register early.\nFr. Pizzuto’s book\, Contemplating Christ is included free with paid registration and will be available for pickup at the retreat.  Zoom participants will receive the Kindle version.\n\nPlease see the link below to register (which includes a link to the registration form above\, if needed).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplating-christ-with-fr-pizzuto-in-person-and-zoom-options/
LOCATION:Canterbury Retreat & Conference Center\, 1601 Alafaya Trail\, Oviedo\, FL\, 32765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Central Florida/ Dan Wagner":MAILTO:dwagner119@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240115T222101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T222101Z
UID:140944-1713139200-1713743999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:6-Day Silent Centering Prayer Retreat w/Father Bill Sheehan at Holy Cross Abbey VA
DESCRIPTION:Holy Simplicity of Life & Faith \nCentering Prayer 6-Day Silent Retreat with\nFather Bill Sheehan\nMonday\, April 15 – Sunday\, April 21\, 2024 \n* 5 full days & 2 half days of silence and solitude in a peaceful rural setting\n* 3 plus hours per day of group Centering Prayer\n* Daily morning Centering Prayer sit begins at 5:30am\n* Sunday morning Centering Prayer sit begins at 6:30am\n* Comfortable single room with private bathroom/shower\n* Opportunity to attend any or all of the daily Liturgy of the Hour prayers with the Trappist monks\n* Eucharist celebrated with the Monks in the Abbey Monastery Chapel weekdays and Saturday morning immediately following 7:00am Lauds\n* Sunday morning Eucharist celebrated with Father Sheehan in the Retreat House\n* Chapel daily group conference Tuesday – Saturday offered by Father Sheehan\n* Opportunity for two private individual conferences with Father Sheehan \nTo access the retreat flyer and the retreat application form\, please click on the Event Website link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/6-day-silent-centering-prayer-retreat-w-father-bill-sheehan-at-holy-cross-abbey-va/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Abbey\, 901 Cool Spring Ln\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240325T213327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T213327Z
UID:143371-1712998800-1713009600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Communion to Community: "That We May Be One"
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting on the teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating and Beatrice Bruteau\, Colleen Thomas will lead us in exploring the heart of Jesus’ teaching in the Gospel of John 17. In this Gospel\, Jesus’ final prayer can be summed up as “that they may be one\, as we are one.” As we commune with God through Centering Prayer\, we become one with God. \nYet like the prayer itself\, becoming one with others is not always so easy. Together we will reflect on the contemplative path as a movement beyond personal healing and transformation towards a prophetic and collective healing. \n“Community is how being\, even Absolute Being\, and therefore all being fundamentally is.” -Beatrice Bruteau \nSee the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/communion-to-community-that-we-may-be-one/
LOCATION:The Cathedral of St Matthew the Apostle\, 1725 Rhode Island Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
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=UTC:20240412T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240125T172526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T172526Z
UID:141380-1712937600-1713110400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Weaving a Nest for Stillness: A Silent Contemplative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This silent\, contemplative weekend retreat invites you to engage with the Sacred in nature. Anchored in three Centering Prayer gatherings\, the weekend will offer lectio and terra divina (sacred earth)\, body sensing-awareness practice\, and evening prayer on Saturday. There will also be unstructured time for personal reflection\, exploring the grounds\, walking the labyrinth\, reading\, journaling\, and rest. No experience with Centering Prayer is required. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Claire Rusowicz and Anne Simpkinson. Claire is a spiritual director\, retreat director\, and spiritual director supervisor\, with over 25 years of experience working with groups and individuals in Connecticut\, New York\, and Massachusetts. A former staff associate and Program Director at Mercy by the Sea Retreat Center\, she helps develop and facilitate its with Anne. Based in CT and MA\, she works in private practice and serves as a guest retreat director in both states. \nAnne has practiced Centering Prayer (CP) since 1996. While living in New York City\, she served as co-coordinator of the Contemplative Outreach Chapter for three years and as a Centering Prayer facilitator at St. Bartholomew’s and St. Ignatius Loyola churches. A Commissioned Introductory CP workshop leader\, she currently facilitates Centering Prayer groups and retreats\, contemplative prayer\, and contemplative writing retreats in Massachusetts and Connecticut. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weaving-a-nest-for-stillness-a-silent-contemplative-retreat/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240414T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240201T205346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T205545Z
UID:141687-1712599200-1713101400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 7 days / 6 night Centering Prayer retreat provides an opportunity to deepen one’s established Centering Prayer practice by building to 4 1/2 hours of prayer time at mid week. During the retreat \, one is held in prayer by the sisters of St. Gertrude’s Center for Benedictine Life community located on the Camas Prairie in Central Idaho. The Spirit Center offers a quiet setting to support your retreat; including private rooms with baths\, meals\, daily prayer with the sisters and / or Eucharist\, hiking trails\, museum and gift shop. \nPlease see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-intensive-retreat-10/
LOCATION:Monastery of St. Gertrude\, 465 Keuterville Road\, Cottonwood\, ID\, 83522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T171500
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240125T173005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T173005Z
UID:141369-1711555200-1711559700@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer In-Person Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Program \nDo you seek the still\, quiet voice of God? The Centering Prayer Introductory Program will help us to understand the Indwelling Presence of God within each of us\, and offer prayer periods to experience this Presence. We will explore our intimate relationship with God through Christian contemplative prayer\, which has been a part of our Christian heritage for centuries. We will explore the benefits of Centering Prayer in ordinary life. Time will be\nallowed for practice of the prayer and discussion of the practice each Wednesday afternoon from 4-5:15 p.m. throughout Lent 2024. \nThe program will be presented starting on Ash Wednesday at 4 p.m.\, February 14\, 2024 for the seven weeks of Lent at Grace Lutheran Church 205 South Garner St\, State College\, PA 16801. A donation of $20 per person is requested\, which includes a book. Please note that no one seeking to experience this form of prayer is ever turned away due to any financial constraints. \nThe program will be presented through the local chapter of Contemplative Outreach by Mary Kay and Doug Laplante\, experienced practitioners of Centering Prayer. For more information email Mary Kay at mklaplante11@gmail.com or to sign up\, please call or e-mail Sherri Rider at (814) 238-2478 or srider@glcpa.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church – PA\, 205 South Garner Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Central Pennsylvania":MAILTO:douglaplante@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240202T174021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T174021Z
UID:141768-1711537200-1711540800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-7/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20231211T205548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T205548Z
UID:139217-1711184400-1711206000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Very Rev. Michael Battle\, Ph.D. -  ​Contemplative Prayer and African Christian Mysticism
DESCRIPTION:The essence of African Christian mysticism (founded in the desert tradition of monasticism) is not taught but caught. Such mysticism is a whole way of life. It is not an esoteric doctrine or a predetermined plan of ascetic practice. It is important to understand this\, because there really is no way of talking about the way of prayer\, or the spiritual teaching of God’s life. African Christian mystics did not try to systematize the way to God; instead\, they relied upon the experience of a lifetime of striving to re-direct every aspect of body\, mind\, and soul to God. There was no Protestant or Catholic dichotomy of salvation based upon grace or work because salvation was caught up in how the community is so much more than the sum of individuals striving for heaven. And yet\, personal prayer and personal salvation could be better understood through interpersonal prayer and interpersonal salvation. This is summed up today through the contemporary lens of African Christian mysticism known as Ubuntu: I in You and You in Me. In short\, African contemplative prayer is not only an activity undertaken each day\, but also a life continually turned towards God. \nThis event will include session of Centering Prayer. \nAbout Michael Battle: \nThe Very Rev. Michael Battle\, Ph.D. has an undergraduate degree from Duke University\, received his master’s of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary\, a master’s of Sacred Theology from Yale University and a PhD in theology and ethics\, also from Duke University. He was ordained a priest by Archbishop Desmond Tutu in 1993. Battle’s clergy experience\, in addition to his current church work\, includes serving as vicar at St. Titus Episcopal Church in Durham\, NC\, rector at Church of Our Saviour\, in San Gabriel\, California; rector at St. Ambrose Episcopal Church\, Raleigh\, N.C.; and interim rector or associate priest with other churches in North Carolina and in Cape Town\, South Africa. \nIn his Peace Battle Institute he works on subjects of diversity\, spirituality\, prayer\, race and reconciliation. Almost since its inception\, he has served as pastor and spiritual director to hundreds of clergy and laity for CREDO for the Episcopal Church. He has also served as chaplain to Archbishop Tutu\, Congressman John Lewis\, the House of Bishops and\, in 2008\, was chaplain to the Lambeth Conference of Anglican Bishops. He is a featured keynote speaker and has led numerous clergy and lay retreats\, including the bishops’ retreat of the Province of the West Indies. In addition\, Battle has served as vice president to the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi\, Arun Gandhi’s Institute for Nonviolence. Battle and his wife\, Raquel\, were married by Archbishop Tutu and are parents to two daughters\, Sage and Bliss\, and a son\, Zion. All of whom were baptized by Archbishop Tutu as well. \nRecording Note: All registrants will receive a copy of the Zoom recording link for a period of 30 days. This recording will be available within 2 weeks of the event. A professionally edited audio or video recording will be available for permanent purchase from Broadlands Media beginning May 1\, 2024. More information will be provided when available. \nThis is a hybrid presentation being conducted both in person at The Center for Contemplative Living in Denver\, CO and online via Zoom videoconference. \nTime listed is Mountain Time. (Denver\, Colorado) \nClick the website link below to register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-very-rev-michael-battle-ph-d-contemplative-prayer-and-african-christian-mysticism/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T171500
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240125T173231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T173305Z
UID:141363-1710950400-1710954900@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer In-Person Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Program \nDo you seek the still\, quiet voice of God? The Centering Prayer Introductory Program will help us to understand the Indwelling Presence of God within each of us\, and offer prayer periods to experience this Presence. We will explore our intimate relationship with God through Christian contemplative prayer\, which has been a part of our Christian heritage for centuries. We will explore the benefits of Centering Prayer in ordinary life. Time will be\nallowed for practice of the prayer and discussion of the practice each Wednesday afternoon from 4-5:15 p.m. throughout Lent 2024. \nThe program will be presented starting on Ash Wednesday at 4 p.m.\, February 14\, 2024 for the seven weeks of Lent at Grace Lutheran Church 205 South Garner St\, State College\, PA 16801. A donation of $20 per person is requested\, which includes a book. Please note that no one seeking to experience this form of prayer is ever turned away due to any financial constraints. \nThe program will be presented through the local chapter of Contemplative Outreach by Mary Kay and Doug Laplante\, experienced practitioners of Centering Prayer. For more information email Mary Kay at mklaplante11@gmail.com or to sign up\, please call or e-mail Sherri Rider at (814) 238-2478 or srider@glcpa.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-in-person-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church – PA\, 205 South Garner Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Central Pennsylvania":MAILTO:douglaplante@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T215328
CREATED:20240202T173913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T173913Z
UID:141761-1710932400-1710936000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Lenten Series - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is offering a weekly Centering Prayer opportunity during Lent to introduce how Centering Prayer can support ones’ ministry and about the profound effect of Centering Prayer on those living ‘Inside.’ Each week a formerly incarcerated person with a CP practice will co-present with Rev. Hampton Deck a member of Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team and facilitator of Centering Prayer groups in prison. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lenten-series-via-zoom-6/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240319T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240319T170000
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SUMMARY:Jesus is the way and shows the path to his Father through his own contemplative practices - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The contemplative prayer ministry of Sts. Simon and Jude parish invites you to join us as Fr. Bill Sheehan OMI shares his own spiritual journey and the teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating to help guide us on our journey to our heavenly Father. We will see that Jesus shows us the way to his God through his own contemplative practices. From Jesus’ actions\, we can learn to let go of the obstacles that keep us from being who God created us to be. \nMarch 19 from 3:30 – 5:00pm Pacific Time via Zoom. There is no charge for this event but we will gratefully accept your free will donation to support our Centering Prayer ministry. Checks may be made payable to Saints Simon and Jude Church Centering Prayer Ministry and sent to this address: Sts. Simon and Jude Church\, 20444 Magnolia Street\, Huntington Beach\, CA 92646. \nRSVP to Jack Gerken by emailing Jack@gerken.org by March 13.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/jesus-is-the-way-and-shows-the-path-to-his-father-through-his-own-contemplative-practices-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
ORGANIZER;CN="Trish Rice":MAILTO:pdrice2012@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Practices for Contemplative Living: Going Deeper
DESCRIPTION:Join a group of Centering Prayer practitioners to support each other on the contemplative path. Modeled after what was formerly known as the 9-month course\, the program will be based on Julie Saad’s book\, “Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path to the Heart of God“. All are welcome. We meet the 3rd Saturdays of October 2023 through April 2024. Overnight accommodations are available. In March\, we will review how we are doing with incorporating contemplative practices in daily life. \nExplore a different contemplative practice each month: \n• October 22 – Fundamentals of Centering Prayer and Holy Listening\n• November 18 – Guided Meditation (Stepping Stones)\n• December 16 – Advent Day of Prayer with Fr. Carl Arico\n• January 20 – Logging\n• February 17 – Spiritual Reading\n• March 16 – Going Deeper in Daily Life\n• April 20 – Lectio Divina \nFurther information and registration are available at: https://centeringprayernj.com/events/\, or contact Eileen McCaffrey Schuman at coordinator@centeringprayernj.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/practices-for-contemplative-living-going-deeper/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of NJ":MAILTO:coordinator@centeringprayernj.com
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SUMMARY:Lent Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:During Lent\, this quiet morning\, free from daily activities\, gives participants time for a communal gathering in silence and Centering Prayer. Along with scheduled prayers and contemplative walks is unstructured time for private journaling or reflection\, and enjoyment of the beautiful grounds of Holy Spirit Retreat Center. \nThe 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. \nRegistration online at hsrcenter.com is appreciated\, but not required.\nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated.\nFor more information contact Marilyn Nobori at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lent-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:20240316T083000
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SUMMARY:Becoming An Everyday Contemplative
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Judith Valente \n“Stillness is … opening up an emotionally clutter-free space and allowing ourselves to feel and think and dream and question\,” author Brene Brown says. This is an extraordinary time when there is much chaos in our country and the world\, many demands on our time\, and personal pressures. This day explores simple\, concrete practices we can adopt to maintain a contemplative calm\, learn to embrace the current moment\, and create enough space to become “everyday contemplatives.” \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. \nJudith Valente is an award-winning journalist and poet and a lay Benedictine Oblate who guides frequent contemplative retreats. She has written several spirituality books including most recently\, How to Be: A Monk and A Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying\, Purpose & Prayer\, Forgiveness & Friendship\, co-authored with Trappist Brother Paul Quenon. Judith is also author of The Art of Pausing and a contemporary guide on The Rule of St. Benedict titled\, How to Live. \nPlease use the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/becoming-an-everyday-contemplative/
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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