BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Contemplative Outreach, Ltd. - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Contemplative Outreach, Ltd. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Contemplative Outreach, Ltd. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20160101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190824T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190824T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234828Z UID:102199-1566633600-1566666000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:This class provides an opportunity to learn about Centering Prayer or to renew and deepen your practice – to be with God beyond concepts\, words and images; listening with “the ear of the heart”. In addition to this Class\, at no additional cost\, continuing sessions are offered to help you establish and deepen a daily practice. More information will be provided after you register. \nRev. Dr. Brad Smith will present the class. He has served as Co-Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of Piedmont NC. He is the Senior Associate Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church\, Charlotte\, NC and facilitates a Weekly Centering Prayer group there. He’s co-founder and co-convener of The  Inner Room\, a Centering Prayer retreat group specifically for clergy in the Diocese of NC. Brad is on staff at St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayers Center for Spiritual Development where he leads 8-day Centering Prayer Retreats. \nRegister at: https://copnc.org/event/centering-prayer-class/ URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-24/ LOCATION:St Patrick’s Episcopal Church\, 164 Fairview Road\, Mooresville\, NC\, 28117\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Burt Melton":MAILTO:burtphyllis@me.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190814T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190819T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234829Z UID:102204-1565769600-1566234000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat DESCRIPTION:Introductory Wisdom School Part A:    A Wisdom Way of Knowing \nAugust 14 – 18\, 2019\n Begins Wednesday at 6:00pm with dinner.   \n Concludes Sunday at 4:00pm \n“Wisdom Schools are a format for integral learning that’s based in some of the deepest roots for transformation and change in the Christian tradition. Wisdom schools are about awakening the yearning for a different kind of presence in the world and then developing the skills and the knowledge base to apply that\, to transform your own life and the life of people around you.”                                                                       \n —Cynthia Bourgeault \nThis Introductory Wisdom School will set the foundation for the importance of wisdom schools in our era. Using Cynthia Bourgeault’s e-course teachings\, together we will explore our three centers of intelligence\, the Rule of St. Benedict\, and the Wisdom tradition as the Way of the Heart so that we might show up in the world as more conscious planetary servants. \nHeather\, Catherine\, and Joy will facilitate the integration of Cynthia’s transmissions and invite a ‘wisdom way of knowing’ through a daily rhythm of periods of video teaching from Cynthia\, Centering Prayer\, mindful work\, mindful movement\, sharing\, and contemplative free time. \nFacilitators: \nHeather Ruce\, M.A. is a spiritual director and meditation teacher. She leads monthly Wisdom Practice Circles desiring to help others wake up to a different kind of presence. She has been trained as a therapist and in a mindfulness and somatic based approach to trauma healing. \nCatherine Regan\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, clinical psychologist\, and Centering Prayer coordinator at Mercy Center. She has a special interest in contemplative practices and the benefits of these practices in our individual and collective lives at this time in our world. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director dedicated to fostering Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices that help us become aware of God's ever-present love. As a scientist\, she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nPlease register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474.  URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-50/ LOCATION:Mercy Center\, 2300 Adeline Dr.\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190804T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190812T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234831Z UID:102209-1564905600-1565629200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week-long experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude and community. \nThe retreat offers two tracks. The Intensive Track is recommended for people who have completed the Introductory Workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The Post-Intensive Track is for those people who have previously made an eight-day Intensive Retreat. The Post-Intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both the Intensive and Post-Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat provide daily experiences of silence\, solitude\, walking\, hiking\, yoga\, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. \nThe Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, teaching Centering Prayer and leading retreats. \nThe Anna Guest House is currently full for this event; rooms are available in St. Mary's Hall. Please contact our reservations desk if you have questions about lodging. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-14/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190803T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190803T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234832Z UID:102210-1564819200-1564851600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It is rooted in the self-emptying love that forms the heart of Jesus’ teaching and life. The effect on those who practice it is an ever-increasing awareness of God’s action and presence in the course of ordinary life. \nIn this introductory workshop led by Tom Ward\, participants will learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. \nThe Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, teaching Centering Prayer\, and leading retreats. \n9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, August 3\, 2019 \n$65 fee includes lunch \nFor more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-25/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190720T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190720T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234833Z UID:102214-1563609600-1563642000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It is rooted in the self-emptying love that forms the heart of Jesus’ teaching and life. The effect on those who practice it is an ever-increasing awareness of God’s action and presence in the course of ordinary life. \nIn this introductory workshop led by Tom Ward\, participants will learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. \nThe Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, teaching Centering Prayer\, and leading retreats. \n9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, July 20\, 2019 \n$60 fee includes lunch \nFor more information go to . URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-26/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190621T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190629T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234836Z UID:102226-1561104000-1561827600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat DESCRIPTION:This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week long experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, and community. The cost of this retreat includes single room accommodations in the Anna House (new guest house with private baths in each room) or single rooms in St. Mary’s Hall with shared baths down the hall. For double occupancy pricing\, please call.  \nThe retreat offers two tracks. The intensive track is recommended for people who have completed the introductory workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The post-intensive track is for those people who have previously made an eight-day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both the intensive and post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat provide daily experiences of silence\, solitude\, walking\, hiking\, yoga\, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. \nScholarship assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact St. Mary’s Sewanee and let us know of your need.  \nThe Rev. Brad Smith\, PhD is an Episcopal priest serving at St. John’s Episcopal Church (Charlotte\, NC).  He has served as Co-Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Piedmont\, NC and led numerous centering prayer support groups. He has also organized and facilitates a Centering Prayer group (“The Inner Room”) specifically for clergy in the Diocese of North Carolina\, that they are nourished in the silence as they serve their parishes. Brad is particularly interested in exploring how parishes can be transformed through contemplative studies and practices. Brad is a Benedictine oblate with St. Gregory’s Abbey (Three Rivers\, MI) and incorporates the Rule of Benedict in all aspects of his faith and ministry. \nFor more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-18/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190118T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190121T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234839Z UID:102238-1547798400-1548090000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to the Centering Prayer Silent Retreat DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer\, in which we experience God's presence within us\, closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than consciousness itself. This retreat is for those seeking to learn this practice of prayer for the first time or for those who want to renew or strengthen their practice during this weekend of silence and reflection. The Contemplative Ourtreach Birmingham Chapter presenters are Sr. Mary McGehee\, OSB\, and Joe Mahar. Joe will present an afternoon conference on Centering Prayer as the 11th Step for those attending any 12-Step programs. \nRegistration questions\, call 256/734-8302 or retreats@shmon.org. Register by check\, $60.00\, to Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center\, 916 Convent Rd. NE\, Cullman\, AL 35055. Total Cost: $245. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-centering-prayer-silent-retreat-3/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="Katy Smith":MAILTO:centeringprayeralabama@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180829T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234840Z UID:102241-1535529600-1535907600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Retreat DESCRIPTION:Embracing Life: A Welcoming Prayer Intensive \nAugust 29 – September 1\, 2018 \nBegins Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. and concludes Saturday 9:00 a.m. \n$360/$300 Commuter \n"To welcome and to let go is one of the most radically loving\, faith-filled gestures we can make in each moment of each day. It is an open-hearted embrace of all that is in ourselves and in the world." \n                                                                                    -Mary Mrozowski\, creator of the Welcoming Prayer \nThe Welcoming Prayer is a method of welcoming and letting go of thoughts and feelings that support the false-self system.  It provides a method to dismantle the emotional programs for happiness that lead us away from God. An established practice of the Welcoming Prayer can help us to live our intention to consent to God’s presence and action within and around us.  It can free us to embrace life present moment by present moment. \nThis weekend retreat provides an in-depth introduction\, review\, and immersion into the Welcoming Prayer.  The retreat is not completely silent but alternates brief periods of silence with intensive study and practice of the Welcoming Prayer. \nCherry Haisten serves on the Contemplative Outreach national team for the Welcoming Prayer\, travels around the country to lead workshops as a part of Contemplative Outreach’s Living Flame program\, and facilitates various contemplative retreats.  Cherry is program director of The Center at St. Andrew’s\, a healing and lifelong learning ministry of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church\, Seattle\, where she also serves as a Eucharistic minister\, healing minister\, and licensed lay preacher. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-retreat/ LOCATION:Mercy Center\, 2300 Adeline Dr.\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180616T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180616T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234841Z UID:102243-1529136000-1529168400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:West Side Presbyterian Church \nVarian Fry Way\, 6 Monroe Street \nRidgewood\, NJ 07450 \nPresents an \nIntroductory Centering Prayer Workshop \nSaturday\, June 16\, 2018 \n9:00 A.M. – 12 Noon \n  \nDo you long for a deeper relationship with God? Do you yearn for “something more” in your prayer life? If these questions resonate with you\, you may be called to centering prayer\, a form of silent Christian meditation that has been practiced for many years. If you are new to centering prayer\, or would like to refresh your practice\, join us for a Centering Prayer Retreat on June 16 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm in the Pulsifer Chapel. \n  \nIt will be led by Kurt Gahan and Therese Saulnier of Contemplative Outreach. \nTherese Saulnier has been praying Centering Prayer for 30 years.  She has a Master of Arts degree in Theology with a concentration in spirituality from Fordham University.  Therese is a web developer for a major corporation. \nKurt Gahan has been praying Centering Prayer for 4 years.  Kurt is a Lutheran deacon and a fire department chaplain.  He is a graduate of the Contemplative Leadership program of Oasis Ministries for Spiritual Development.  Kurt is a computer systems analyst for a major corporation. \nTherese and Kurt will offer their unique perspectives and experiences on living a contemplative life in the 21st century. \nFor more details\, or to RSVP\, please reach out to Pastor Liz (ljunod@westside.org). URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-27/ LOCATION:West Side Presbyterian Church\, Varian Fry Way\, 6 South Monroe Street\, NJ\, 7450\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="liz junod":MAILTO:ljunod@westside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180210T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234842Z UID:102247-1518249600-1518282000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Centering Prayer workshop will be offered for the congregation of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Seattle on February 10\, 2018 from 9 am to 1 pm.  Registration and refreshments will begin at 8:30 am.  The pastor has graciously offered 5 spots for surrounding churches and community members who may wish to attend.  The workshop is based on the teaching and writing of Father Thomas Keating in Open Mind\, Open Heart.  The presenter is Charlotte Thompson\, Commissioned Presenter via Contemplative Outreach Ltd.  There is no fee for the workshop but a free will offering for Contemplative Outreach Northwest to further the work of Centering Prayer in the Pacific Northwest will be available. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-28/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Thompson":MAILTO:cthompson427@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180113T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234842Z UID:102249-1515830400-1515862800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-29/ LOCATION:CT END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171209T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171209T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234843Z UID:102250-1512806400-1512838800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop \nWhen:   Saturday:   December 9\,  2017  8:30 A.M – 12:30 P.M \n Matt: 6:6  “But you\, when you pray\, go into your inner room\, close the door and prayer to your Father in secret\, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you \n If you have a desire to deepen and enrich your prayer life\, consider this uniquely beautiful and peaceful path of connecting with the love of Jesus.  Particularly in this busy\, overscheduled\, communications-driven world in which we live\, Centering Prayer can be a source of spiritual awakening\, reconnecting and inner peace. \nCentering Prayer is a discipline to foster a deep relationship\, a communication with God beyond concepts\, words and images.    You just sit in silence in the presence of the Divine Indwelling as God silently speaks to your heart and heals the wounds of a lifetime. \nCome\, see and taste: \nWhere:   St.  Joseph’s Parish Life Center\,   268 Grove Street\,    Oradell NJ \nPre-registration  requested and/or  for further information\,  please contact Maureen Hanley at 201-265-8249.   URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-30/ LOCATION:St. Joseph Parish Life Center\, 268 Grove Street\, Oradell\, NJ\, 7649\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171006T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171009T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234843Z UID:102251-1507276800-1507568400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:Contemplative outreach of Central Pa Presents: Welcoming Prayer Retreat\n October 6-8\, 2017 \n Presenter: Sr. Rita Panciera\, RSM \n The Welcoming Prayer is a method of consenting to God's presence and action in the events and situations in daily life. It provides a method of being aware of our physical and emotional reactions and a method of dealing with them prayerfully in the midst of daily life. \nThe Welcoming Prayer helps to dismantle the emotional programs of the false-self system and to heal the wounds of a lifetime by addressing them where they are stored – in the body. It contributes to the process of transformation in Christ initiated in Contemplative Prayer. \nThe time together will be both retreat and workshop\, with opportunity for silence and Centering Prayer in community. Also\, participants will be introduced to the actual method of the Welcoming Prayer and provided with opportunities to practice. Discussions will include the human condition and the false-self system as the conceptual background of the Welcoming Prayer practice. There will be time for focusing\, working with what is happening in our bodies and practicing the prayer. \nSr. Rita Panciera\, RSM is a Sister of Mercy and Director of the House of Prayer in Erie\, PA. She has been an experienced practitioner of Centering Prayer for many years and has facilitated many Centering Prayer retreats and programs\, both at Bethany Retreat Center and elsewhere.\n Brochures available. \n  \nSPACE is LIMITED\n Offering: $185 per person\n Deposit: $50 nonrefundable deposit due by 9/20\n Make Checks payable to: COCPa\n Save $15 – Bring your own single sheets & towels URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-weekend-retreat-5/ LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Nicole Fedder ~ Program Director":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170930T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T124142 CREATED:20200513T234843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234843Z UID:102252-1506758400-1506790800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop \nSaturday\, September 30th\, 2017 \n8:30a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nRefreshments provided \n  URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-31/ LOCATION:CT ORGANIZER;CN="Karina":MAILTO:kfernandez@fccla.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR