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SUMMARY:The Quiet Path of Transformation – a Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 4-day retreat will be held at Conception Abbey in Conception\, Missouri. Susan Komis will be our retreat director. Susan is a long time Centering Prayer practitioner\, presenter\, leader.\nThis four day retreat is a gentle invitation to step away from ordinary life\, to spend time in a beautiful and sacred space that offers prayer in stillness and shared silence\,\ndeep listening\, and fostering an open heart to the amazing work of interior transformation unfolding in each one of us.  Presentations and periods of centering prayer\nwill take us into the heart of contemplative practice and reflection \nCopy this link into your browers for registration infromation-  https://forms.gle/VP7nWehtcvpmpfhw9
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-quiet-path-of-transformation-a-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Conception Abbey\,  Conception\, Missouri\, 37174 State Highway VV\, Conception\, MO\, 64433\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Dunn%2C Kristina Frank%2C Mary Ellison":MAILTO:maryellison@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260815T113000
DTSTAMP:20251217T224423Z
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SUMMARY:Morning of Prayer Honolulu\, Hawaii  3rd Saturdays every Month
DESCRIPTION:Morning of Prayer\nThird Saturdays In Person\n9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Hawai’i time (UTC -10)\nCentral Union Church • Women’s Building\n1660 S. Beretania St. Honolulu\, Hawaiʻi \nLet us join together to pause in the presence of the Divine in the sacred silence. An introduction to the method of Centering Prayer is provided. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome. Books on the Spiritual Journey are available for purchase and loan. \nNo registration required\, donations welcome. \nSchedule\n9:00 Welcome\, sign-in\, refreshments\, book browsing\n9:20 Gather in the circle for Introductions\n9:30 Two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer\nor An Introduction/review to The Method of Centering Prayer\n10:40 Silent break\n11:00 One 30-minutes period of Centering Prayer\n11:30 Depart in silence or stay and chat a bit \nCONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH OF HAWAI’I\n(628) 400-2644 | cohawaii@gmail.com | www.cohawaii.org\n“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/morning-of-prayer-honolulu-hawaii-3rd-saturdays-every-month-4/
LOCATION:Central Union Church\, 1660 S. Beretania St.\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="contemplative outreach hawaii":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Sacred Circle Dance as a Companion to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“God is not remote from us; . . . on the contrary\, at every moment God awaits us in the activity\, the work to be done\, which every moment brings.”\n-Teilhard de Chardin\, Hymn of the Universe \nDuring this in-person retreat\, we’ll introduce contemplative dances from the Sacred Circle Dance tradition. These simple movements\, done in a group setting\, help us unite mind\, heart\, and body to deepen our prayer practice. Together we’ll explore how the combination of music and movement can be a companion to Centering Prayer\, in which we open our hearts to consent to God’s presence and action within us. \nPresented by Suzi Kindervatter\, former COMW team member and veteran teacher of Sacred Circle Dance\, and Linda Hall\, co-coordinator of COMW. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/sacred-circle-dance-as-a-companion-to-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 1110 St Stephens Church Rd\, Crownsville\, Maryland\, 21032\, 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=America/New_York:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T184448Z
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UID:163807-1786788000-1786795200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Divine Feminine Big Sit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our free Divine Feminine Big Sit. We discover how we are free\, strengthened by Centering Prayer. We will center together on Zoom for two hours with songs\, Lectio Divina\, two Centering Prayer sessions\, and an inspiring poem. To register for your free Zoom link and resources letter afterward\, please email us at: centeringprayerusa@gmail.com. \nThe times listed for the event are Eastern (New York) time.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/divine-feminine-big-sit/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Winfrey":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260206T182330Z
CREATED:20260206T182330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T182330Z
UID:160769-1787756400-1788087600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Five Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for five days of Centering Prayer practice\, experiencing the fellowship of sacred silence. \nThis retreat will be lead by seasoned and trained centering prayer facilitators. Participants will have the opportunity to join multiple centering prayer sits throughout the day\, Meditation in Motion gentle stretching yoga-type sessions\, as well as enjoy the breathtaking bluff views of St. Mary’s Sewanee often covered in winter beauty. \nThe highly rated kitchen staff will offer well balanced\, delicious and nourishing meals throughout the retreat beginning with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day. The St. Mary’s Sewanee and the Centering Prayer Staff will be here to support guests in this week long dedication to “God’s first language”. You don’t have to worry about bringing anything except your weary soul to Rest\, Renew and Reconnect. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/five-day-centering-prayer-retreat-4/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193527Z
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UID:165082-1787763600-1787776200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Garden Within Divine Therapy … a Path to Unity
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Matthew Flatley believes Thomas Keating’s most precious contribution to the Christian Contemplative heritage is his presentation of the spiritual journey using the language of contemporary psychology calling this form of prayer “Divine Therapy”. \nFr. Matthew recalls Fr Thomas once exclaiming to him: “There was so much literature written about our fallen natures\, and conversely\, about the great triumphs of the holy saints\, but I could not find much written about how the average Joe can make this journey.” \nFr. Matthew will lay out this path for anyone who can find their own discipline and passion within- to pursue it for themselves. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-garden-within-divine-therapy-a-path-to-unity/
LOCATION:Community of Christ Church\, 830 N Kirkwood Rd\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis":MAILTO:centeringprayerstl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260905T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20251217T224353Z
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SUMMARY:God in the Equinox Welcoming Prayer – ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:God in Nature is the focus for this online half day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)\n@ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nFREE \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\, Terra-Divina (Nature)\, Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome all who wish to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are! Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Welcoming and Centering Prayer a Balance\n9:55 Break\n10:05 Centering Prayer\n10:25 Break\n10:35 Welcoming Prayer Embodied and Balance and Reflections\n11:15 Closing prayer\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting ID: 921 8585 4158 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/god-in-the-equinox-welcoming-prayer-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260905T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260905T153000
DTSTAMP:20260209T152742Z
CREATED:20251219T183754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T152742Z
UID:158982-1788616800-1788622200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 5 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 5. Embracing Vulnerability \nTheme: Exploring how vulnerability opens us to deeper transformation and connection. \n“Prayer is sitting in the silence until it silences us\, choosing gratitude until we are grateful\, and praising God until we ourselves are an act of praise.”\n— Richard Rohr \nStep into Stillness \nPause from the noise of daily life and reconnect with the divine presence within. Join us for an online gathering of Centering Prayer practitioners—a simple yet profound space for silence\, reflection\, and shared practice within a global community. Together\, we’ll explore stillness\, presence\, and the richness of the practice in community. \nWhat to Expect \nShared silence and practice\nBrief teaching and reflection\nSmall-group sharing\nEncouragement in the contemplative path \n2-3:30pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to obtain the Zoom link. \nThis is the fifth of six sessions: \n5.    Embracing Vulnerability – 5 Sep 2026\n6.    Healing Presence in the World – 14 Nov 2026
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-that-connects-the-world-session-5-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260820T102535Z
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UID:162493-1788706800-1789038000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:5-Day Centering Prayer Intensive
DESCRIPTION:We have started a wait list for this 5 day\, 4 night Centering Prayer Intensive offered by the CO of Western North Carolina chapter.  \nWww.Centeringprayer.com/western-north-carolina/  \nFeel free to contact the Rev Wendy Pinzino for more information at wpinzino228@yahoo.com. 🌿
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/5-day-centering-prayer-intensive/
LOCATION:Lutheridge Camp and Conference Center\, 2049 Upper Laurel Dr\, Arden\, NC\, 28704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Western North Carolina":MAILTO:wpinzino228@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260909T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260917T110000
DTSTAMP:20251009T200140Z
CREATED:20251009T200103Z
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UID:157631-1788971400-1789642800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Centering Prayer Retreat: Intensives I\, II\, and Post
DESCRIPTION:  \nSEPTEMBER 9-17\, 2026 \nThis retreat offers an in-depth experience of silent prayer for those who already have an established practice of Centering Prayer of 6 months or more. It is an opportunity for deeper union with God through communal sharing of silence and stillness. \nThis retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Intensive II\, and Post Intensive.\n• Intensive I and II: Daily there will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods of centering prayer including an intervening meditative walk before breakfast\, lunch and dinner. You will also view videos twice daily from The Spiritual Journey series of talks by Fr. Thomas Keating. If this is your first centering prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I.\n• The Post-Intensive track is normally for those who have previously participated in two or more Intensive Retreats. The Post-Intensive participants will have additional optional sessions of Centering Prayer and no group education time. \nFr. Bill Sheehan will offer a contemplative Eucharist. Optional soul-friending with staff is available. The retreat will be facilitated by Contemplative Outreach staff. \nNonrefundable deposit for all registrations is $100. Questions or to register: email rbrtgorman@protonmail.com. \nOr register by mail with a check payable to Contemplative Outreach of Columbus:\nContemplative Outreach of Columbus\n1101 N Grove Ave\,\nOak Park\, IL 60302 \nSCHEDULE:\n• Arrival: Wednesday\, Sept 9\, from 2 pm to 4 pm.\n• Opening session: 4:30 pm\, dinner at 5:30 pm\n• Retreat ends: Thursday Sept 17th 11 am (noon lunch optional). \nTRAVELING TO JESUIT RETREAT CENTER PARMA\, OHIO: The Cleveland Hopkin International Airport is 15 minutes from the Jesuit Retreat Center which is located at 5629 State Rd. Cleveland\, Ohio 44134. \nRETREAT PRICES MEALS INCLUDED:\nSingle Room Private Bath $1500\nDouble Room Private Bath $1100\nSingle Room Communal Bath by gender $950\nDouble Room Communal Bath by gender $800\n(a $100 non-refundable deposit will be required when you register)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-centering-prayer-retreat-intensives-i-ii-and-post/
LOCATION:Jesuit Retreat Center\, 5629 State Rd\, Parma\, 44134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Gorman":MAILTO:rbrtgorman@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260713T230513Z
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UID:164244-1789084800-1789257599@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Saint Hildegard of Bingen: Bringing the Fruits of the Holy Spirit into our Lives
DESCRIPTION:The Retreat offers:\n• Dr. Susan Muto presenting two conferences on St. Hildegard’s life and teachings\, the fruits of the Holy Spirit and contemplative service\, with opportunity for questions and sharing\n• Quiet time to pray\, reflect\, and just to be\n• Centering Prayer as a group throughout the day\n• Time and space away from the busyness of daily life\, for the rest of our body\, mind\, and spirit\n• Regular chanting of simple chants to deeper embody our prayer with instruction\n• Small group soul friending and individual soul friending \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/saint-hildegard-of-bingen-bringing-the-fruits-of-the-holy-spirit-into-our-lives/
LOCATION:St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center\, 148 Monastery Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh":MAILTO:victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T090000
DTSTAMP:20260102T174138Z
CREATED:20260102T174138Z
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UID:159339-1789135200-1789722000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Eight Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive/Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Eight-Day Centering Prayer Dual Track Intensive / Post Intensive Retreat offered from Friday\, September 11 – Friday\, September 18\, 2026\, 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. \nRetreat 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. Supper is at 5:40 pm. Orientation begins at 6:45 pm. The retreat concludes with breakfast on the last day with optional attendance at Holy Eucharist. \nCost for the retreat is $1135. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. To register\, please contact our Guesthouse Office by phone at +1-845-384-6660\, ext. 3002 or email guesthouse@hcmnet.org. The guesthouse office is open Tuesdays to Friday. \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. \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\, Colorado and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. \nBr. Bernard Delcourt is the Director of Associates of the monastery. Br. Bernard is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. He 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 also a spiritual director and regularly visits seminarians in New Haven to offer them spiritual direction.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-3/
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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T190152Z
CREATED:20251211T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T190152Z
UID:158563-1789142400-1789297200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Sr. Ruth Ann for our new Centering Prayer Series\, offered every other month. This ongoing retreat invites you to broaden and deepen your Centering Prayer practice in a warm and welcoming environment. Come once or come to them all—each session stands on its own while also supporting a growing contemplative rhythm. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the foundations of Centering Prayer\, a gentle yet profound method of silent prayer that opens the heart and mind to the presence of God. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register (scroll down for the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-30/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260809T232212Z
CREATED:20211221T165644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T232212Z
UID:120054-1789203600-1789214400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to explore or deepen your relationship with God? \nIn our introductory workshop to Centering Prayer\, you will discover a centuries-old prayer method. Centering Prayer consists of simply sitting in silence with God—beyond thoughts\, words\, and emotions—and opening our mind\, heart and whole being to the Ultimate Mystery. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn the basics of Centering Prayer\, experience it in a guided setting\, and be able to ask questions and share experiences with the presenter and your fellow initiates. \nCentering Prayer is based on a Christian contemplative practice first described in The Cloud of Unknowing\, written in the latter half of the 14th Century. It calls one to abandon any consideration of God’s attributes and actions\, and to surrender to The Creator’s influence in our lives. \n It is a very personal prayer practice but is also practiced in groups. It opens one to God’s infinite love and power to heal\, and opens the door to other related prayer practices around forgiveness\, and dealing with painful situations and emotions. \nTime listed for the workshop are Mountain Time. \nClick on the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-5/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T125913Z
CREATED:20260629T125913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T125913Z
UID:163952-1789315200-1789905600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:8-day Centering Prayer Intensive and Post-Intensive retreat
DESCRIPTION:South Dakota and Nebraska Contemplative Outreach\ninvite you to an 8-day Centering Prayer Retreat\nSeptember 13 -20\, 2026\nCreighton Retreat Center\, located 45 minutes from Omaha\, NE near Griswold\, IA\, is a beautiful location\, among the trees with comfortable accommodations\, delicious meals\, trails\, and a labyrinth. \nThe retreat will offer two tracks. If this is your first 8-day retreat\, the Intensive track will include Spiritual Formation videos to watch each day. If you have experience with silence retreats the Post-Intensive track will offer days filled with Centering Prayer times.\nRetreat check-in is Sunday\, September 13th at 3-4pm\nRetreat concludes Sunday\, September 20th at 12 noon. \nCost: $700.00 Due to generous grant from the Divine Economy fund of Contemplative Outreach Ltd\, the original price has been greatly reduced. Space is limited. Cost includes private room\, all meals\, programing\, Centering Prayer sits\, and beautiful grounds to enjoy quiet solitude. Rooms have a private bath depending on registration numbers\, some may have two separate rooms sharing a toilet and shower.\nPrerequisite for this 8-day retreat is at least 1 year of Centering Prayer practice and one weekend silent retreat.\nRegistration is due by August 26th 2026. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-centering-prayer-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Creighton University Retreat Center\, 16493 Contrail Ave\, Griswold\, IA\, 51535\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T230000
DTSTAMP:20260527T165318Z
CREATED:20260527T165318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T165318Z
UID:163415-1789579800-1790031600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Attitudes
DESCRIPTION:This is an Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat based on the work of David Frenette in his seminal book\, The Path of Centering Prayer\, hailed by Fr. Thomas Keating as\, ‘The best\, most comprehensive and most practical\nbook on Centering Prayer.’ \nDavid Frenette is a leader and senior teacher in the Centering prayer movement\, a longtime student and friend of Fr. Thomas Keating. On this silent retreat we will explore the simple contemplative attitudes common to every way of Christian contemplation\, some of which include: Simplicity and Awakening\, Gentleness and Effortlessness\, Letting Go and Letting Be\, among others. \nAn established practice of Centering Prayer is required to attend this retreat as we will be sitting in Centering Prayer for several hours each day. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-attitudes/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Gidlewski":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T212326Z
CREATED:20260819T212053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T212326Z
UID:164938-1789669800-1789675200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:God is All and All – The Evolution of the Contemplative Christian Spiritual Journey (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:The book God is All in All: The Evolution of the Contemplative Christian Spiritual Journey is an edited transcript of a talk Father Thomas Keating presented at Snowmass\, Colorado\, at the 2012 Annual Conference of Contemplative Outreach. In 2018\, Father Thomas gave permission for three of his friends and companions on his journey\, Father Carl Arico\, Mary Anne Best and Betty Sue Flowers\, to edit and publish this talk in book form. \nTopics include:\nThe Spiritual Journey\nMeeting God\nFriends with the Universe\nPaths to God\nParticipating in the Divine Life \nThe book’s insightful content is enhanced by inspiring quotes from Fr. Thomas\, supporting scripture and stunning photographs designed to lead the reader into longing for deeper openness and consent to the presence and action of God within. \nAbout the Course\nThe course reviews the book chapter by chapter with experienced facilitators who will provide additional helpful materials. The class will meet on Thursday evenings for eight weeks. Each night begins with 20 minutes of Centering Prayer\, followed by videos of the talks and discussion. The videos will also be available on the class website. The heart of these classes and the time together is in the sharing by participants\, allowing the depth of meaning to unfold at a deeper level. \nTimes listed are Mountain Time\, Denver\, Colorado\nClick the website link below to learn more and register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/god-is-all-and-all-the-evolution-of-the-contemplative-christian-spiritual-journey-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260901T194330Z
CREATED:20260901T194233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T194330Z
UID:165234-1789689600-1789948799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer retreat weekend
DESCRIPTION:St. Benedict frequently unites silence and prayer in the work of seeking God. Centering Prayer is one of several prayer practices that flow out of Benedictine Life. Thomas Merton describes Centering Prayer as “a ‘return to the heart\,’ finding one’s deepest center\, awakening the profound depths of our being in the presence of God.” The goal is to be present to the Lord and aware of the divine action within you. \nThis introductory retreat will provide the background and fundamentals of Centering Prayer and teach how to develop a continuing practice. \nLeaders \nDonna Kreiensiecki is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. She has 20 years of experience offering Centering Prayer retreats and has practiced Centering Prayer for 30 years. Mary Bieter is a certified spiritual director trained at the Shalem Institute in Washington\, D.C. She was introduced to Centering Prayer twenty years ago and is a newly commissioned presenter with Contemplative Outreach. She has adopted a consistent daily practice of Centering Prayer in recent years and hopes she can help others discover the peace and clarity it can offer. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-retreat-weekend/
LOCATION:Monestary of St. Gertrude\, 465 Keuterville Road\, Cottonwood\, ID\, 83522
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260312T200331Z
CREATED:20260312T200331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T200331Z
UID:161392-1789804800-1791392400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Living I: Contemplative Practices in Daily Life - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This four-month long online course is experiential\, guiding participants to deepen their experience of the abiding presence of God by cultivating their contemplative capacities. Participants will learn and integrate contemplative spiritual practices into daily life within a community of seekers through monthly meetings\, a weekly online prayer chapel\, personal practices\, and monthly Holy Listening Circles (group spiritual direction). \nContemplative practices are the doorway into the gift of contemplative prayer\, where the journey that begins in the silence of our hearts leads us into the heart of God. As we cultivate contemplative practices in ordinary daily life\, we begin to experience oneness with God and all creation. \nPlease see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-living-i-contemplative-practices-in-daily-life-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T164500
DTSTAMP:20260908T141756Z
CREATED:20260908T141714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T141756Z
UID:165365-1789806600-1789836300@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In a world that never stops talking\, give yourself the gift of silence. On Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church\, join The Reverend Hendree Harrison and the Contemplative Worship team for a day of contemplative teaching and silence designed for your life. \nAttend one “movement” or stay for all four. It’s a retreat that fits your schedule. Expect insightful teaching sessions followed by deep\, restorative silence. We’ll provide a meal for those joining us during the lunch hour. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd\, 533 East Main Street\, Lexington\, KY\, 40508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd":MAILTO:goodsheplex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20260922T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20260925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T142229Z
CREATED:20260209T135013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T142229Z
UID:160794-1790096400-1790341200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Presenter Formation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Presenter Formation Team of Contemplative Outreach.org provides this retreat to offer participants the opportunity to become commissioned Presenters of the Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop. \nWorking with a notebook of materials\, each participant will have ample opportunity to learn the content of the Introductory Workshop and to practice presenting the content to others\, with supportive feedback and guidance. \nContemplative Outreach is committed to supporting facilitator formation opportunities\, so is providing a grant for participants in this formation retreat. Participants’ fee for this event is reduced from $400 to $100. \nAll participants must complete an application prior to registration for this event.  To receive an application please contact Rob Carr at robcarr924@gmail.com\nThose approved applications will receive a link to the Sophia Retreat Center for registration. \nRegistration is $100.00\, which includes lodging\, all meals and materials.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presenter-formation-retreat/
LOCATION:Sophia Center\, Atchinson KS\, 751 S 8th St\, Atchison\,KS\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T214312Z
CREATED:20260819T214312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T214312Z
UID:164944-1790101800-1790107200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and the Spiritual Journey (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:If you want to make Centering Prayer a daily practice\, this five-week basic course will give you a solid foundation. Each week\, you will view a video-recorded talk by Fr. Thomas Keating on the prayer practice and how the prayer deepens your relationship with the Divine Indwelling. \nCourse Description \nThis powerful prayer practice is not just something you do\, it does something to you\, too. Your weekly online meetings with fellow seekers and experienced facilitators will break open the prayer and reveal a path to your true self. This is the beginning of a transformation of your consciousness. \nThis course will cover: \nPrayer as Relationship with God\nCentering Prayer as method\nResting in God\nThe False Self system\nOvercoming Obstacles\nBonus Prayer Practices: The Active Prayer and Lectio Divina \nTimes listed are Mountain Time\, Denver\, Colorado\nClick the website link below to learn more and register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-the-spiritual-journey-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260724T212259Z
CREATED:20260724T212216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T212259Z
UID:164489-1790427600-1790442000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you seek the still small voice of God? Do you seek a more intimate relationship with God? Come and find a way to deepen your relationship with God. \nCentering Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action within. It prepares us to receive God’s gift of contemplative prayer\, which is an opening of our hearts and minds to God beyond thoughts\, words\, and emotions. This prayer practice\, rooted in the Christian contemplative heritage\, helps us embrace the process of transformation in Christ. The Centering Prayer Introductory Program is designed to share the method of Centering Prayer and offer support in making it a part of daily life. The workshop includes themes of Prayer as Relationship\, The Method of Centering Prayer\, Thoughts and Use of the Sacred Word\, and Deepening Our Relationship with God\, along with time in Centering Prayer and the opportunity to submit questions. \nThose already practicing Centering Prayer and are looking for an in-person experience are welcome to both the Introductory session and to the ongoing sessions. \nPaula Whatley Matabane will be presenting the workshop. Paula is a commissioned presenter of contemplative prayer through Contemplative Outreach\, Inc. She is a practicing spiritual director affiliated with Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center in Atlanta\, ordained itinerant elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church\, and professor emerita of Howard University in Washington\, DC. Her memoir on her grandmother’s life in rural Southwest Georgia in the 1890s is soon to be published. The Atlanta native is a mother and not ashamed to describe herself as a resolute family historian-genealogist\, social activist\, cat lover\, and bicyclist. Her favorite scripture is Romans 11:29 “The gifts and calling of God are irrevocable.” \nScholarships are available. Please contact Joanna Brunson at joanna@contemplativeoutreachatlanta.com for further details.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/intro-to-centering-prayer-workshop-2/
LOCATION:St. Julien’s Episcopal Church\, 5400 Stewart Mill Rd\, Douglasville\, GA\, 30135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260803T193106Z
CREATED:20260803T192843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T193106Z
UID:164640-1790870400-1791205200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Listen: A 4-day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence.\nWe will Center\, experience Lectio Divina\, and learn insightful methods of listening from Abbot Joseph Boyle of St. Benedict’s Monastery.\nA minimum of 3 months Centering Prayer practice is required to attend. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-62/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:acolloto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260720T030747Z
CREATED:20260526T182126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T030747Z
UID:163332-1790875800-1791118800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence. We will center\, experience lectio divina\, and learn insightful methods of listening from a video of Abbot Joseph Boyle of St. Benedict’s Monastery. \nNote: A minimum of 3 months Centering Prayer practice is required to attend. \nThe retreat begins Thursday\, October 1 (arrival after 4:00 PM\, Soup supper at 5:30\, retreat begins at 6:30 PM). The Retreat ends on Sunday\, October 4 at 1:00 PM. \nCost: Please register and pay in full by September 10. Cost for lodging\, meals and retreat materials is $385. Note: Scholarships are available. \nTo register:  Go to the Benet House Retreat Center registration portal at https://smmsisters.org/retreats/listen-a-silent-centering-prayer-four-day-retreat \nRetreat leaders: Anne Colloton\, Carol Mizeur\, Toni Petersen \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-61/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:acolloto@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261002T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T144546Z
CREATED:20260723T144546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T144546Z
UID:164458-1790953200-1791115200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Presence\, Prayer\, and Writing From the Heart: A Contemplative Writing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are never closer to our Creator than when we are creating. In writing\, we engage in God’s infinite creative impulse to birth the new\, the unexpected. Silence and stillness can assist that process by opening a portal to inner depths where we connect to ourselves\, to others\, to God\, and all of creation. \nAll of us have myriad stories to tell\, but some of us are compelled to share them through writing. Our stories can take many forms—memoir\, essay\, poem\, blog posts\, or journal entries—but the most compelling are the ones written from the heart\, those that touch and move us and sometimes transform both the writer and reader. Writing from the heart demands attentiveness\, honesty\, courage\, and a commitment to engage with a creative process that pulls us into the unknown\, where we are often surprised at what surfaces. It’s a journey of discovery. And what can help are presence and prayer. \nThis contemplative writing retreat will braid Centering Prayer sessions\, brief talks\, writing prompts\, and story sharing. There will also be time to walk the grounds\, read\, and rest. Come listen to the still small voice and find the stories that need to be voiced. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presence-prayer-and-writing-from-the-heart-a-contemplative-writing-retreat/
LOCATION:Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center\, 53 MILL STREET\, WESTFIELD\, MA\, 1085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T123000
DTSTAMP:20260820T163626Z
CREATED:20260820T163626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T163626Z
UID:164959-1791014400-1791030600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Unknowable – Surrendering Faithfully to Wonder (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:  \nPresented by Rick Klein \nMight our many societal\, cultural and world problems be viewed as a crises of faith? \nIn this thought-provoking presentation\, Rick Klein offers insight into an often unseen dilemma that lies at the heart of many of today’s dualistic sociopolitical issues: The decline of faith and the rise of beliefs. \nThrough an exploration of the historical roots and evolving history of humanity’s attempts to answer life’s ultimate questions of meaning and purpose\, Rick describes what happens when beliefs replace faith. Ask yourself: \nIs my “Big-picture-of-all-that-is Worldview” grounded in abundance or scarcity?\nIs it grounded in love or fear?\nIs it based on unknowable faith or the certainty of beliefs? \nRick builds on teachings from Karen Armstrong\, Richard Rohr\, Thomas Keating and others to demonstrate how the fundamental first step on the spiritual journey lies in re-discovering faith in a world full of competing and conflicting beliefs. In the process\, we’ll discover how compassion\, forgiveness and inclusion become practices of contemplation and meditation when done through the eyes of faith. \nJoin us as we explore how the ultimate knowing in life resides in the humble act of unknowing. Surrendering faithfully to the unknowable\, we are able see the abundant wonder of the universe and ourselves. This presentation will include a Centering Prayer session. \nThis presentation – Unknowable – is the final presentation in Rick’s Un-Trilogy series\, which includes Unfinished and Unchanging. Combined\, the three presentations are offered as an ongoing contemplative adventure into the realms of “faith\, hope and love.” If you missed the previous presentations\, you can still register for Unknowable as it is a unique presentation and stands on its own. If you’d like to see Unfinished and Unchanging\, you may order on our website. \nRecording Note: This event will be recorded. All registrants will receive a copy of the Zoom recording within two weeks of the event. \nTimes listed are Mountain Time\, Denver\, Colorado \nClick the website link below to learn more and register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/unknowable-surrendering-faithfully-to-wonder-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T123000
DTSTAMP:20260712T223957Z
CREATED:20260702T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T223957Z
UID:164009-1791016200-1791030600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop (in-person and online)
DESCRIPTION:In this introductory workshop\, you will learn the method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. Along with the method of Centering Prayer\, we will cover the history\, psychology\, and theology of the practice. Two prayer sessions and a question-and-answer session are included. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nTimes listed below are Eastern (New York) Time.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-in-person-and-online-4/
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=Pacific/Honolulu:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20251217T224326Z
CREATED:20230309T193500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224326Z
UID:133741-1791018000-1791027000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Changing with the Fall Colors Half Day  Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)
DESCRIPTION:Online Half Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat via Hawaiʻi (1st Saturday of every month)\nMay 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nFREE \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\, Terra-Divna (Nature)  Lectio-Divina (Sacred Text) practices in addition to the Centering Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practice that are our foundation. Pulelehua\, Liedeke\, and Margie welcome others if you are called to join us. \nWe hope you will join us from wherever & whenever you are!
Schedule in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering prayer in nature\n9:45 Welcoming prayer on the earth\n10:00 Centering prayer in nature\n10:20 Break\n10:30 Terra Divina connecting to nature thru images and video of nature\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 Passcode: 730086 \nWebsite: http://www.cohawaii.org\nPhone (628) 400-2644\nEmail: cohawaii@gmail.com \nAll session are freely offered\, donations are welcome\, no registration is needed.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/online-half-day-moving-meditation-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-mini-retreat-via-hawai%ca%bbi-1st-saturday-of-every-month/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:9-day Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive\, and Post Intensive. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I. We will be using two prayer rooms with two sets of staff\, one for the Intensive retreats and one for the Post Intensive retreat.\nSee the flyer for more details. \nAll rooms are single with a sink in the room\, shared bathrooms. Two hermitages with private bathroom are available for an additional charge. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-i-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
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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