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SUMMARY:Entering the Mystical Mandala: Centering Oneself in the Sacred Circle
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will explore the universal symbol of the sacred circle known as the “mandala” and why we are naturally drawn to this sacred shape. Together we will experience how and why entering the process of creating and working with mandalas fosters physical\, psychological and spiritual grounding in our lives. Attendees will be invited to create four mandalas as part of the retreat. The retreat will include opportunities for art sharing where participants can process their experience in creating their mandala art. No previous art ability is needed to participate in this retreat. Everyone\, experienced artist or not\, will benefit from attending and creating. Basic art supplies will be offered to each participant\, but you are free to bring your own favorite art-making supplies as well. Mandala creating and conferences will be surrounded by the gift of silence as well as regularly scheduled group Centering Prayer sessions. Do not be afraid to meet your spiritual inner artist. All are welcome! \nPresenter: The Rev. Dr. Shawn Kafader is an ordained non-denominational clergyperson\, Licensed Mental Health Counselor\, certified Expressive Arts Therapist\, certified Art4Healing® Facilitator\, trained SoulCollage® Facilitator\, and Artist. He is a commissioned workshop presenter with Contemplative Outreach having offered workshops and retreats both in-person and on-line. Mandala art has been Shawn’s main art-making form for over thirty years. You can learn more about Shawn and his mandala art by visiting www.shawnkafaderhealingarts.com \nContact: Ann Koerner\, CSA\, akoerner45@gmail.com; 262-282-8622\nTo register by check\, download retreat flyer: https://www.contemplativewisconsin.org/retreat
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/entering-the-mystical-mandala-centering-oneself-in-the-sacred-circle/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, Racine WI\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI 53402\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T140000
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CREATED:20220302T201102Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer: Lectio Divina and the Four Senses of Scripture
DESCRIPTION:This Praying Holy Scripture retreat offers Centering Prayer periods plus presentations based upon Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the deepening levels of faith: the Four Senses of Scripture – literal\, allegorical\, behavioral/moral\, and unitive senses. The presentations teach a contemplative way of listening to and reading Scripture known as the ancient monastic practice of Lectio Divina. During the retreat\, one will experience the interplay of the silence of Centering Prayer and Praying Holy Scripture combined with the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life including Holy Eucharist. This contemplative retreat welcomes those comfortable with silence and yearning to learn this ancient way of praying rather than studying Holy Scripture. \nTuesday Check-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45. The retreat concludes with noon meal Friday. Suggested donation for the retreat is $385. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. The Guest House requires all guests to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. \nRegister with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. If you have questions about the content of the retreat please contact the retreat leader: Leslee Terpay at co-leslee@comcast.net. \nTo find out more about Holy Cross Monastery\, visit their website at: www.holycrossmonastery.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lectio-divina-and-the-four-senses-of-scripture-2/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
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SUMMARY:Embodying Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In this retreat\, Ildiko Viczian\, an experienced Centering Prayer presenter\, will offer her decades-long integration of the practices of somatic awareness\, contemplative movement\, and Centering Prayer for the first time to the larger contemplative community. \nIldiko will begin with a brief practice of opening to and being present in body and consciousness to God. She will lead us to experience the support of the earth and alignment of the body with gravity\, which allows a letting go of muscular holding\, preparing for letting go of thoughts during prayer. She will guide us in becoming aware of our external and internal respiration and in this\, recognizing the presence of the Holy Spirit. She will then invite us to participate\, according to individual capacity\, in contemplative movement and prayer\, in body-mind-spirit\, expressing reverence for and praise to God. \nAbout Ildiko Viczian\nIldiko began her career in visual art and design. She then studied with Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen\, founder of the School for Body-Mind Centering® and anatomy and kinesiology at New York University to become certified as a teacher of BMC® in 1992. She continued her studies with Dr. John Upledger\, founder of CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release\, Dr. Jean Pierre Barral\, founder of Visceral Manipulation\, and Elaine Summers\, founder of Kinetic Awareness. She has taught these educational and therapeutic modalities in the US and throughout Europe. \nIldiko comes from a lifetime of spiritual practices in various traditions. She started attending retreats with  Thomas Keating in 2002 and visited him often at St. Benedict’s Monastery in Snowmass\, Colorado\, USA. She became a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer in 2005\, and joined the international team as liaison to France and Hungary. She currently facilitates Centering Prayer groups in the US and Europe in person and via Zoom. She is member of the Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. Translation Working Group. \nRead Ildiko’s article ”Going Deeper”\, published last April. You can find it here. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/embodying-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221202T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221111T180741Z
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SUMMARY:“Mary: Awareness and Anticipation” Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Mary: Awareness and Anticipation” Contemplative Outreach retreat opportunity December 2-4 to welcome Advent in person at the grounds of the beautiful\, contemplative New Melleray Guest House nestled quietly among the trees in Peosta\, Iowa. \nYou will have the opportunity to ponder the Mystery of Christ’s coming\, to go deep in the Silence and prayer opening your whole begin to God’s Word and Presence. Spacious opportunities will be available to walk in quiet wooded areas\, enjoy silence in ample Centering Prayer periods alone or in group settings\, ponder Scripture deeply through Lectio Divina\, experience yoga prayer movements\, and relax in your own solitude. Enjoy nutritious\, lovingly made delicious meals and comfortable\, spacious rooms for the event. Sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa. \nTickets are available for all three days or you can choose to attend one day (24 hour period) of your choice. Upon registering for a One Day Ticket\, Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa will contact you to see when you want to attend. \nImage: JESUS MAFA. The Annunciation – Gabriel and Mary\, from Art in the Christian Tradition\, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library\, Nashville\, TN.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/mary-awareness-and-anticipation-advent-retreat/
LOCATION:New Melleray Abbey\, 6632 Melleray Circle\, Peosta\, IA\, 52068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220928T205019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T205154Z
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SUMMARY:Leaning Into Blessing: An Advent Online Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“The season of Advent means there is something on the horizon the likes of which we have never seen before … So stay. Sit. Linger. Tarry. Ponder. Wait. Behold. Wonder. There will be time enough for running. For rushing. For worrying. For pushing. For now\, stay. Wait. Something is on the horizon.” ―Jan L. Richardson \nAdvent is a season rich with anticipation as we prepare to honor the incarnation of the person of Jesus: he revealed to the world a life rooted in the heart\, at the intersection of time and timelessness. Alongside Mary\, pregnant with the Christ\, we enter the dark and soft stillness of winter; ripening with the blessing of generating the Christ in our own embodied lives. As we lean into the blessing\, cultivating our own deep “yes” parallel to Mary’s\, we have the opportunity to carry forth tending to the horizontal demands of the season from a profound fullness. Slowing and staying awake to the true meaning of this season\, we break the habitual excess of commercial consumerism\, instead offering the fruits of our awakened hearts. \nThis retreat will include the practices of silence\, Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, Visio Divina\, Audio Divina\, reflective writing\, sacred chanting\, and body prayers. Join us as we lean into the blessing\, sitting and lingering in the quiet\, readying our hearts to enter Christmas with humility\, compassion\, and great love; that we may offer what is needed. \nOptional Reading: Night Visions\, by Jan Richardson. We will be incorporating some material from this book and you are welcome to purchase it if you like\, but it is not necessary. Just come and sink into the season with us! \nRetreat Leaders:\nHeather Ruce\, M.A. is a wisdom spiritual director with a background as a therapist and training in a neurophysiology based approach to trauma resolution. She loves working with individuals as well as facilitating groups and retreats focused on learning and practicing the Wisdom Tradition. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director whose offerings include Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices of the Christian Wisdom tradition. These practices encourage us to lean into the Love that is constantly being offered within a relational web of Sacred Unity. As a scientist she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nPlease register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474 \nHow will the virtual retreat work?\nYou are invited to join us from your own home as we practice integrating prayer with our daily lives\, in our homes\, and in our circumstances as they are. Check out the schedule (subject to change) below to get a sense of what our retreat will be like together. We hope that you will choose as much or as little of it as fits in your life\, on any given day. Let the rest go. Be met\, exactly where you are\, trusting that God’s love surrounds all of it\, all of us\, exactly as we are. \nTimes in Pacific (California) time. \nFriday\, December 2nd\n4:00 Welcome & Introductions\n5:00 Silent Break\n5:15 Contemplative Reflection One\n6:00 Silent Dinner\n7:30 Centering Prayer & Practices\, followed by Great Silence \nSaturday\, December 3rd\n8:30 Centering Prayer & Practices\n9:30 Silent Break\n9:45 Contemplative Reflection Two\n10:30 Silent Break\n10:45 Contemplative Reflection Three\n11:30 Centering Prayer & Practices\n12:00 Silent Lunch followed by Silent Contemplative Free Time\n4:00 Centering Prayer & Practices\n5:00 Silent Break\n5:15 Contemplative Reflection Four\n6:00 Silent Dinner\n7:30 Centering Prayer & Practices\, followed by Great Silence \nSunday\, December 4th\n8:30 Centering Prayer & Practices\n9:30 Silent Break\n9:45 Contemplative Reflection Five\n10:30 Silent Break\n10:45 Closing Reflections & Circle
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/leaning-into-blessing-an-advent-online-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Burlingame\, 2300 Adeline Drive\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221205
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CREATED:20221111T205106Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Centering Prayer Weekend
DESCRIPTION:“Bridges to Contemplative Living” leads participants on a journey toward personal spiritual transformation and a more contemplative and peace-filled life. This retreat is designed for those with an established daily practice of Centering Prayer who wish to deepen the transforming love of God in the midst of silence and solitude. The weekend will include Centering Prayer\, conferences with contemplative dialogue\, personal time\, meals and Sunday liturgy. \nSee the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-centering-prayer-weekend/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Retreat Center":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221128T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221111T162245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T162722Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Intensive Retreat in Western Colorado
DESCRIPTION:A four-day Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat \nNovember 28-December 1\, Monday through Thursday\, \nin Grand Junction\, Colorado\,the heart of the Colorado Wine Country\, \nat Dragonfly Oasis Retreat Center.  \nSix Centering Prayer sessions each day plus opportunity for 1-on-1 guided meditation and spiritual direction by appointment. Limit 8 persons. Registration $250 includes all meals and snacks. Room reservations are separate\, starting at $60 per person per night for double occupancy. A wait list for day registration is available. \nTwo Facilitators: Dee Jaquet\, Spiritual Director\, and Clinical Director\, Rocky Mountain Center for Spiritual Caregivers (www.rockymountaincpe.org)\, a pastoral psychotherapist for 35 years\, practicing Centering Prayer for fifteen years and facilitating classes for five years\, and on the Steering Committee of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope; and Lauretta Martin Neff\, Spiritual Facilitator and Life Coach\, certified facilitator in alchemical hypnotherapy and radical forgiveness\, and director of Dragonfly Oasis Retreats. \nTo register contact Lauretta by phone/text at 970-903-7592.\nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope and Dragonfly Oasis Retreats.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-intensive-retreat-in-western-colorado/
LOCATION:Dragonfly Oasis Retreats\, 3310 C Road\, Palisade\, Colorado 81526\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220712T173318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T173318Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Speaks to Heart: Correspondence as Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Enrichment Day with Judith Valente and Brother Paul Quenon\, O.C.S.O. \nThrough the ages\, correspondence has been an important contemplative practice to recognize and share the presence of God in our lives. Thomas Merton considered his nearly 20\,000 letters as an “apostolate of friendship.” We’ll look at how Merton’s most engaging letters inspired a years-long contemplative exchange between Brother Paul and Judith and how it might do the same for you. Brother Paul will also take us on a virtual tour of Gethsemani\, share his contemplative photographs and poetry\, and engage in dialogue about contemplative living. \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 the author of several spirituality books\, including two co-authored with Brother Paul Quenon. The most recent is How to Be: A Monk and a Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying\, Purpose & Prayer\, Forgiveness & Friendship. She is an award-winning journalist and poet and a lay Benedictine Oblate who guides frequent contemplative retreats. Judith has written a contemporary guide on The Rule of St. Benedict\, titled How to Live. \nBrother Paul Quenon\, O.C.S.O.\, has been a monk at the Abbey of Gethsemani for 60 years\, the first years of which were spent under the guidance of his novice master\, Thomas Merton. He has written nine collections of poetry and an award-winning memoir\, In Praise of the Useless Life. He is a talented photographer\, and a compilation of his poems with photographs\, See the Moment\, Feel the Moment\, will be published in 2023.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/heart-speaks-to-heart-correspondence-as-spiritual-practice/
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/New_York:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220920T174705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T174705Z
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SUMMARY:Thomas Keating and the Snowmass Dialogue - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join us Saturday\, Nov. 19 for half-day retreat (via Zoom) focusing on “Thomas Keating and the Snowmass Dialogue” led by Netanel Miles-Yepez\, who will report on the historical interfaith discussions among world religious leaders that took place at Snowmass\, as described at length in his book\, The Common Heart\, An Experience of Interreligious Dialogue. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/thomas-keating-and-the-snowmass-dialogue-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221026T155953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T155953Z
UID:128990-1668709800-1668717000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Look at The Gospel of Matthew - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Most of the Sunday Gospels read during the upcoming liturgical year\, which begins with the First Sunday of Advent\, November 27\, 2022\, will be taken from the Gospel of Matthew. In this presentation we’ll familiarize ourselves with Matthew and some of the passages we will be hearing. It will also prepare us for our weekly practice of Lectio Divina\, praying with the scriptures.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-look-at-the-gospel-of-matthew-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221017T203138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T194424Z
UID:128769-1668416400-1668427200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Morning of Prayer and Reflection: Bringing what we hear in contemplative prayer into action – via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The Contemplative Prayer Ministry of Saints Simon and Jude in Huntington Beach\, California invites you to an online morning of Prayer and Reflection on Monday\, November 14 9AM – 12Noon Pacific Time. \nThe theme will be The Gospel is a Life to be Lived: How do we bring what we hear in our prayer of silence into our daily lives. Fr. Bill Sheehan will be speaking with us about the two foundational prayer practices\, Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina\, that help us move from contemplation into action. \nThere will be no charge for this program\, but your donation to our contemplative prayer ministry will be gratefully accepted. Please send your donation in the form of a check to Saints Simon and Jude Centering Prayer\, 20444 Magnolia St. Huntington Beach\, CA 62646. \nFor additional information and to register\, contact Jack Gerken at Jack@gerken.org by November 7. A zoom link and handouts will be emailed to participants on November 11.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/morning-of-prayer-and-reflection-bringing-what-we-hear-in-contemplative-prayer-into-action-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Trish Rice":MAILTO:pdrice2012@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221112T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220909T165542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221002T181721Z
UID:127686-1668256200-1668270600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:“Consent to Love” Silent Saturday with Fr. Bill Sheehan
DESCRIPTION:Surely goodness and mercy and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life\, And I shall dwell forever (throughout all my days) in the house and in the presence of the Lord.\n– Psalm 23:6 (AMP) \nSaturday\, November 12\, 2022 12:30 pm – 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time\nShepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church • 26001 Muirlands Blvd • Mission Viejo\, CA 92691 \nFr. Bill will speak around the theme “Consent to Love”. How we experience the Mystery of the Incarnation unfolding from within the depths of our hearts. Focusing on Jesus Christ who reveals to us the Face of God. And highlighting Cynthia Bourgeault’s operating systems\, stressing heartfulness with its capacity to listen to the voice of the Spirit praying in us. \nJoin us for this quiet afternoon of prayer and reflection. The day includes two conferences with Fr. Bill and Centering Prayer. The entire campus has been booked for this event with free time for you to breathe in the Living Spirit of God by journaling\, walking the labyrinth\, visiting the prayer garden or prayer room\, viewing a video presentation in the sanctuary\, or just “be” in the presence where ever the Spirit leads. \n$20.00 per person includes afternoon tea fare. Reservations are required; please see the link below. \nFor questions\, please contact Jill Yamada at jillprays@aol.com or +1-949-257-6002
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/consent-to-love-silent-saturday-with-fr-bill-sheehan/
LOCATION:Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church\, 26001 Muirlands Blvd\, Mission Viejo\, CA\, 92691\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Yamada":MAILTO:jillprays@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220908T203358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T203418Z
UID:127672-1668243600-1668270600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Retreat to Learn & Pray the Centering Prayer Way
DESCRIPTION:Will you join us in this one-day retreat cultivating a contemplative prayer life as we\nstudy\, practice\, and share “The Method of Centering Prayer – The Prayer of Consent”? \nGregory the Great summed up contemplative prayer at the end of the 6th century as the knowledge of God that is impregnated with love. He referred to contemplation as “resting in God.” In this “resting\,” the mind and heart are not so much seeking God\, as beginning to experience what they have been seeking. This state is not the suspension of all activity\, but the reduction of many acts and reflections to a single act or thought in order to sustain one’s consent to God’s presence and action. \nIf you are new to Centering Prayer\, do you seek to rest your mind and heart in the loving presence of God? How would it be to simply sit in silence enjoying each others company? \nIf you are familiar with Centering Prayer\, would you like to refresh your practice? \nFor more information and to register\, click on the “Event” website link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/retreat-to-learn-pray-the-centering-prayer-way/
LOCATION:Journey Center Santa Rosa\, 1601 4th St #A\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, 95404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Kirkham":MAILTO:lopaka107@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220801T191928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T191928Z
UID:126874-1668243600-1668265200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Lectio Divina Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lectio Divina literally means “divine reading”. It is an ancient practice of praying the Scriptures. During the prayer period\, the pray-er listens to a brief passage with “the ear of the heart” in conversation with God. In this one day workshop participants will learn how to practice Lectio Divina\, as well as hearing something of its history in the Christian tradition. They will also be given an opportunity to experience the process. As with Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina leads to contemplative prayer. Unlike Centering Prayer\, thoughts\, images\, and insights are fostered as steps to intimacy with God. Both are part of the transformation process\, restoring the one praying to union with God. \nLunch is provided. Partial scholarships available – contact Reservations Office for application\, Reservations@stmaryssewanee.org or 931-598-5342.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220817T001558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T001558Z
UID:127370-1668243600-1668254400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Thomases:   Entering the Woods of Awareness with Thomas Keating and Thomas Berry - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:With each passing day it seems our world is becoming more divided and polarized. Media commentators continually assure us that humanity is becoming more separated by the minute. Against this background of division\, our common experiences of a global pandemic\, the meteoric rise of information and misinformation\, and the constant drumbeat of climate change evidence the increasing connectedness of our 21st century world. It seems we are torn apart and brought together at the same time. \nAnd what about the spiritual paths we choose? Is the spiritual realm immune from these opposing forces of separation and connection? Challenging times call for wise guides. Fortunately\, two guides named Thomas offer insights for these confusing and mysterious times. Rick Klein weaves together Thomas Keating’s inner spiritual wisdom with Thomas Berry’s outer spiritual and scientific wisdom\, creating an emerging story of hope for the future. \nIn this course\, Rick Klein will speak about the parallels and divergences between the paths of Thomas Berry and Thomas Keating. Rick is convinced “the only way to fully follow either the road of Thomas Berry or the road of Thomas Keating\, is to travel both roads. Not one followed by the other\, but both roads at the same time. Although the roads appear separate\, they are in essence forever linked. Berry’s Universe Story and Keating’s Spiritual Journey connect whenever … action meets contemplation\, matter meets spirit\, being meets doing\, meaning meets purpose … in intentional awareness” \nThis class will include a session of Centering Prayer \nAbout Rick Klein \nRick gives talks and workshops on contemplative spirituality throughout Colorado. He is a teacher of Centering Prayer and has presented workshops on science and spirituality\, compassion\, and mysticism at the Center for Contemplative Living. He is a past facilitator and teacher in the Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program offered by Benet Hill Monastery. \nTimes listed are Mountain Time \nRegister at the link below
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-tale-of-two-thomases-entering-the-woods-of-awareness-with-thomas-keating-and-thomas-berry-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20221111T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20221113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221003T195612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T212527Z
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SUMMARY:From Stillness to Being: Introductory Weekend in Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Get to know Centering Prayer\, a silent meditation form of letting go. Let the silence carry you and let the music move you in your vitality. \nCentering Prayer is an ancient\, simple and silent form of meditation. What makes it special is the welcome of the inexorable flow of thoughts and feelings. Centering prayer is not something we do; it’s something we stop doing; we do let go and return to our innermost being. Our conditioning lies like a veil over our inner being and allows us happiness and the meaning of our lives in things\, feelings\, relationships\, activities\, substances search – ultimately in vain. Through the recurring letting go in Centering Prayer over time some of our conditioning may dissolve. \nMusic-driven movement and our creativity are two other avenues to get through sheaths of our conditioning to come to our core. The weekend is nourished by these three roots: Centering Prayer\, Movement of vitality and creativity. \nWhen: Fri. 11 November dinner at 6pm – Sun 13 November approx. 2.30pm\nWhere: Wohlgemutsheim Castle\, Baumkirchen\, Tyrol\nCourse costs: € 170 in cash on site\, as well as accommodation and meals (see registration form)\nContact and information: mayr.georg@gmail.com \nGeorge Mayr: Authorized Presenter for Centering Prayer and member of Global teams from Contemplative Outreach; Coach for Power of live dance.\nMarianne Steinberg: graduate holistic art therapist and dance and gestalt therapist. \n\nflyer_GermanIntroWorkshop_11-13Nov2022-1\n\nDownload the flyer for this event here. \nRegistration form\nSurname\ne-mail\nPhone optional)\nRoom request\, full board\, price for the whole weekend. All eligible please\nTick ​​options and highlight preferred ones if applicable:\n[ ] Single with shower: € 146 or 142\n[ ] Single with shared shower: € 134\n[ ] Double room with shared shower: € 124\nIf you are coming with someone you want to share the double room with\, please name\nregister: _____________________________\nThere is no need to reserve a room separately at Schloss Wohlgemutsheim. \nI confirm that I am in mentally stable condition.\nI register for the introductory weekend.\nIf I cancel at short notice\, I will cover the accommodation’s cancellation fees.\nDate and signature: _____________________________________________\nPlease fill out and sign\, scan or photograph and send to mayr.georg@gmail.com\nYou will receive more detailed information on the course schedule by e-mail up to 10 days before the start of the course.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/from-stillness-to-being-introductory-weekend-in-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:Wohlgemutsheim Castle\, Baumkirchen\, Tirol\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Georg Mayr":MAILTO:mayr.georg@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220928T205502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T205502Z
UID:128321-1668157200-1668340800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Ordinary and the Practice of Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Come to me\, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens\, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you\, and learn from me\, for I am gentle and humble in heart\, and you will find rest for your souls. (Mt. 11.28-30) \nWhen we step on the spiritual path we bring our motivations and intentions with us. Our intentions often include the desire to draw closer to God and to become a better person. We may struggle with something we want to overcome thus inspiring us to work on ourselves. Once we have adopted a spiritual practice and have been on the path for a while we discover that the motivations that brought us to the journey can become impediments to our spiritual and emotional growth. Seeing ourselves more clearly allows us to surrender to God’s extraordinary love while being ordinary people. We understand that we are not trying to get anywhere or to become better. We are simply learning how to be and to rest in God’s love each moment. \nNOVEMBER 11-13\, 2022 | BEGINS 9:00AM ON FRI & ENDS 12 NOON ON SUN*\nALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH\, CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA\n$275 COMMUTER WITH MEALS/ RESIDENTIAL PRICES WILL FOLLOW** \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director whose offerings include Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices of the Christian Wisdom tradition. These practices encourage us to lean into the Love that is constantly being offered within a relational web of Sacred Unity. As a scientist she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. Joy has been practicing contemplative practices for 31 years\, Centering Prayer for 18 years\, and has been leading Centering Prayer /wisdom school retreats\, workshops\, and days of prayer since 2008. She was coordinator of the Centering Prayer program at Mercy Center in Burlingame 2018-2022\, and continues there as adjunct staff. \nRev. Amber Sturgess is an Episcopal Priest\, spiritual director\, retreat leader\, and a seeker on the contemplative path. She enjoys teaching contemplative practices that deepen our spiritual awareness. Amber currently serves as Rector at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Carmel. \nPlease register by emailing the registration form to Larissa Lavering at centeringprayer@allsaintscarmel.org or call 831-624-3883. \nRegistration closes October 27\, 2022 \n*The retreat will begin at 9:00am on Friday and end at 12noon on Sunday. Breakfast foods\, snacks and lunch will be provided Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday will be breakfast only. Each day the retreat will conclude at around 6pm. Retreatants are on their own for dinner. An evening meditation will be provided for you to do in your home or lodging. This is a silent retreat with several periods of Centering Prayer during the day\, conferences\, personal reflection time\, and some group discussion in the afternoon. \n**We are currently consulting with local hotels for inexpensive accommodations for out-of-town retreatants. If you need lodging please contact us as soon as you receive this invitation so that we can find accommodations for you. Thank you!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/becoming-ordinary-and-the-practice-of-centering-prayer/
LOCATION:ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH\, CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA\, 9TH & DOLORES ST.\, Carmel\, CA\, 93921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="CENTERINGPRAYER@ALLSAINTSCARMEL.ORG":MAILTO:CENTERINGPRAYER@ALLSAINTSCARMEL.ORG
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221107T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220926T201327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T191427Z
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SUMMARY:5-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Subiaco Monastery\nSubiaco\, Arkansas\, USA\nNovember 7- 11\, 2022 \nConsider giving yourself the GIFT of a Centering Prayer Retreat at Subiaco Monastery\, November 7- 11\, 2022. The monastery/retreat center location is in a peaceful\, pastoral setting in the Arkansas River Valley. \nThe retreat will have ample periods of SILENCE\, three prayer/meditation periods per day\, and some teaching on the TRANSFORMATION of the false (or lower) self. A recommended book to read before the retreat is The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. This is not a requirement but Nick will be sharing ideas from Michael’s material. \nCOST: private room- $350.00; shared room- $250.00; a $50.00 NON-refundable deposit is required at time of registration.\nREGISTRATION: call Susan or Donna at the Coury House Retreat Center\, (479)934-1290 to reserve your place.\nARRIVAL: Between 3- 5pm on Monday\, November 7\, 2022. Supper at 6pm. Opening circle at 7pm.\nDEPAR TURE: After lunch on Friday\, November 11\, 2022. \nLEADER: Nicholas Cole M.D. has staffed retreats in Colorado and Arkansas since 1993. He has been mentored by Thomas Keating\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, Richard Rohr and all the retreatants he has served during these almost thirty years. If you have questions for Nick\, he may be reached at (970) 275-1170 and/or ngcole42@gmail.com \nA retreat is a wonderful way to strengthen a meditation practice and thus bring more of the spiritual practice into our lives. Retreatants will be best served by having a daily practice of Centering Prayer/meditation prior to attending (please discuss with Nick if you have questions in this regard). Retreatants will be asked to commit to attending the entire retreat. You’ve thought about giving yourself this kind of GIFT; if not NOW\, when?
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/7-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Subiaco Monastery\, 405 N. Subiaco Ave.\, Subiaco\, AR\, 72865\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nicholas Cole":MAILTO:ngcole42@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20221108T233000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221102T165326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T165326Z
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SUMMARY:Physio Divina - Online Embodied Centering Prayer Half Day Retreat

DESCRIPTION:Physio Divina – November 5th \, 2022 9am-11:30am Hawaiʻi time (UTC -10)\nOnline Embodied Centering Prayer /Welcoming Prayer Half Day Retreat\nPresented by Contemplative Outreach Hawaiʻi – Pulelehua Facilitator\nhttp://www.cohwaii.org \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09\nZoom Meeting Id: 921-8585-4185 Password: 730086 \nAn Online (Zoom) 2 ½ hour Centering Prayer retreat are offered on the first Hawaiʻi Saturday morning of each month. These events focus on Centering Prayer practices\, Lectio Divina\, Visio Divina\, Physio Divina. We provide sacred time and space for us to to connect from our homes. All are invited to this mini Centering Prayer Retreat where-ever and when-ever you are. In-person morning of prayer is on the third Saturday in Honolulu on the island of ʻOahu. \nSchedule\n8:45 Getting settled/set up with Zoom\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering Prayer Embodied Physio-Divina\n9:45 Break\n9:55 Guided Welcoming Prayer Embodied\n10:25 Break\n10:35 Moving meditation- Centering Prayer\n11:10 Closing community prayer \n2022 DATES: NOV 5\, DEC 3 \nA time to weep\, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn\, and a time to dance.\n– Ecclesiastes 3:4
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/physio-divina-online-embodied-centering-prayer-half-day-retreat%e2%80%a8/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20221028T155738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T155738Z
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SUMMARY:For God’s Grace and Peace: A Special Call to Centering Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In this universal time of civic discord\, disease\, fear for our environment and dire poverty\, feeling powerless is especially hard to bear. But Thomas Keating often said: Silent prayer in community holds transformative power. And as people on a contemplative path\, we know that meeting God in silence does more than refresh us. It is our salvation\, our strength. \nContemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join in a group Centering Prayer on Thursday\, November 3rd at 8 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Our format is simple — an opening prayer\, Centering Prayer for a half-hour\, then the Lord’s Prayer. \nJoin Zoom Mtg: tinyurl.com/COMWCall2Prayer\nMeeting ID: 653 204 0951 Passcode: 292392\nProgram questions? Email Marjorie Centofanti mcentofanti43@gmail.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/for-gods-grace-and-peace-a-special-call-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webcast
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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:20221103T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20211101T195320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T195728Z
UID:118823-1667487600-1668164400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Intensive II and Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Intensive II and Post Intensive. You choose the track that works best for you. For everyone\, there will be 3 sets of two 30 minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. Intensive II will watch video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey\, focusing on “Divine Love: The Heart of the Christian Spiritual Journey”. The Post Intensive has no videos and an additional hour of Centering Prayer each day. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative Eucharist will be offered daily\, as well as optional soul-friending with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in silence. \nPre-requisite: Prior attendance at an 8-10 day Intensive I Retreat (offered in March) OR read the following three books by Thomas Keating:   Open Mind\, Open Heart\, The Human Condition\, and Invitation to Love. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Marty Badgett\, and Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI. \nRetreat begins Thursday\, November 3rd with registration from 3:00 to 5:00\, an opening session at 5:00pm\, and dinner at 6:00pm. We end on Friday\, November 11th at 11:00am (lunch optional). \nFor more information\, contact Susan Turpin at 541-324-1207 or slturpin@me.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-ii-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220831T234530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T234530Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer and the Mystical Imagination - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach Chicago’s 2022 One-Day Fall Workshop\npresented by Carl McColman \n“Be still and know that I am God” is a promise from the Psalms: a promise that God may be known through stillness\, silence\, and contemplation. But how do we truly know God — and how does stillness truly invite us into this deeper way of knowing? \nBy weaving the wisdom of Centering Prayer with insights from Christian mystics like Julian of Norwich\, Ignatius of Loyola and Thomas Merton\, we can discover how silent prayer is more than just a way to consent to the Spirit’s presence in our lives: it is a tool for interior transformation and deep intuitive insight. When we learn to rest in the silence of Centering Prayer\, we learn how to be more truly human — a Christlike presence for healing and hope in our troubled world. \nThink of this day as a mini-retreat in your own home. When we gather on Zoom\, we will have time for Centering Prayer\, for spiritual exercises in the tradition of Ignatian spirituality\, along with conversation about how to integrate these practices into our daily life\, in response to the call of divine love. \nAbout Carl McColman:\nOur facilitator is the author of many books\, including Eternal Heart and The Big Book of Christian Mysticism. Based in Atlanta\, he is a popular retreat leader\, teacher\, and spiritual director. Carl is a lay Cistercian\, a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer Introductory Workshops\, and a popular blogger\, podcaster and retreat leader. Visit Carl online at www.anamchara.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-and-the-mystical-imagination-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220926T164127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T164127Z
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SUMMARY:Key Contemplative Women Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at Canterbury’s beautiful settings:\n$50 (includes lunch) or attend remotely via zoom for $25\nA room at Canterbury for Friday night before the conference\nis available for an additional $116 (includes breakfast) \nFrom Mary\, the mother of Jesus\, the desert mothers of the early church\, Amma Sarah\, Amma Syncletica and Amma Theodora\, the 13th century Beguines\, Hadewijch\, Mechthild and Porete to more contemporary contemplatives\, Rickey will explore the inspiring lives and teachings of these heroic women\, helping us reclaim our Christian mystical roots and become aware of this rich contemplative heritage which is a vital resource for today’s contemplative life. \nAs the presentation concludes\, we will be invited to a dramatic presentation in costume of the twentieth century mystic Evelyn Underhill portrayed by Anna Cotton. \nThe retreat will provide time for several periods of Centering Prayer\, silent reflection\, rest between conferences\, and an opportunity to enjoy the peaceful settings of Canterbury Retreat Center. \nFacilitated by Rickey Cotton \nRickey Cotton\, Ed.D.\, is a spiritual director and presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina and on faculty for the Living Flame program of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. As a leader of workshops and retreats\, he presents around the country on such topics as John of the Cross\, The Desert Mothers and Fathers\, Divine Therapy\, and Meister Eckhart. Now Professor Emeritus\, for over 30 years Rickey taught English and Religion at Southeastern University in Lakeland\, Florida. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/key-contemplative-women-ancestors/
LOCATION:Canterbury Retreat & Conference Center\, 1601 Alafaya Trail\, Oviedo\, FL\, 32765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Central Florida/ Dan Wagner":MAILTO:dwagner119@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220712T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T210226Z
UID:126116-1667032200-1667046600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:According to Fr. Thomas Keating\, “Welcoming Prayer is the practice that actively lets go of thoughts and feelings that support the false-self system. It embraces painful emotions experienced in the body rather than avoiding them or trying to suppress them.” This workshop introduces participants to the actual method of the Welcoming Prayer and provides an opportunity to practice. We’ll establish Welcoming Prayer’s place in Body Awareness Practice and include discussions of the human condition and the false-self system as conceptual background to Welcoming Prayer. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-introductory-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221031
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220603T172141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T150147Z
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SUMMARY:Father Sheehan 6-Day October Centering Prayer Retreat at Holy Cross Abbey
DESCRIPTION:Silence and Solitude\nS U R R E N D E R \nCentering Prayer Retreat with Father Bill Sheehan  \nPLEASE NOTE: Retreat is now full.  Waiting list only.  Contact martha@marthajohnston.com. Posted 8/12/2022. \nOctober 24 – 30\, 2022 \nHoly Cross Abbey\nwww.virginiatrappists.org\nBerryville\, Virginia\, USA \nFor details and registration form\, go to the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/father-sheehan-6-day-october-centering-prayer-retreat-at-holy-cross-abbey/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Abbey\, 901 Cool Spring Ln\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221022T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220606T174239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T203932Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Group Facilitator Enrichment
DESCRIPTION:Enrichment Gathering for Centering Prayer Group Facilitators\nLive via Zoom\nSaturday October 22\, 2022\, 8:30-10:30 am PT\n(9:30 to 11:30 am MT\, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm CT\, 11:30-1:30 pm ET)  \nOur two hours together will be a time of community\, spiritual enrichment and sharing. It will include:\n•    Centering Prayer\n•    Guidelines for sharing in groups and handling challenging interactions\n•    Sharing our experience as facilitators in small group discussions\n•    Practical information on resources for facilitating prayer groups\n•    A short video clip of Father Thomas Keating speaking about servant leadership \n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-group-facilitator-enrichment/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220904T220500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220904T220500Z
UID:127638-1666429200-1666441800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Reach out\, reach out for me\nI’ll be there\, with a love that will shelter you\nI’ll be there\, with a love that will see you through.” \nThese words from an old 4 Tops Motown song\, articulate the promise God has given us through the ages\, demonstrated throughout Jesus’ ministry and brought to each of us every moment by the Spirit. \nCentering Prayer is a powerful way to open ourselves\, to “reach out\,” and invite the Spirit’s healing\, support\, inspiration and guidance into our everyday lives. It is a Christian form of meditation that serves as a method of movement into contemplative prayer. It leads us to live a contemplative life\, resting more and more in God\, being moved by the Spirit toward what Thomas Keating\, the founder of Contemplative Outreach\, called “pure faith\,” becoming better able to love\, work with and serve others. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221021T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220801T193146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T193249Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers practitioners and anyone new to Centering Prayer an opportunity to practice silence in a communal setting and expand our understanding of the conceptual background of the practice. \nThe weekend is structured around six short DVD presentations from Contemplative Outreach (known as the Continuing Sessions) with discussions on the prayer and practice following each DVD. Otherwise we will maintain silence throughout our time together\, especially through our meals\, sits and contemplative walks. \nPrerequisite: Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop or a regular practice of Centering Prayer\nFee: $300 per person/single room; $200 per person/commuter \nClick on the link below\, then on Featured Events\, then on Extended Retreats. Then scroll down to register for the correct retreat. Or you may email the organizer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-22/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Nobori":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20221021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20221023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220428T163858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T163858Z
UID:123586-1666371600-1666530000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Weekend Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This intensive weekend Centering Prayer retreat will be an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence with community\, and in solitude. The retreat will be held on the peaceful and beautiful grounds of the Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of Grace Monastery\, Beech Grove\, Indiana\, USA.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-intensive-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Benedict Inn – Beech Grove\, IN\, 1402 Southern Avenue\, Beech Grove\, IN\, 46107-1160\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Indianapolis":MAILTO:mary.riner@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T102005
CREATED:20220920T175037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T175056Z
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SUMMARY:Praying with Sacred Images - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Blessed are the pure in heart\, for they shall see God.”\n– Matthew 5:8 \nContemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join us Saturday\, Oct. 16 for half-day retreat (via Zoom) focusing on “Praying with Sacred Images” led by Rev. Carole Crumley. \nJesus tells his followers that there is a graced way of seeing that draws us toward God. Praying with holy icons\, an ancient-yet-ever-new spiritual practice\, is a vital way of training the contemplative eye for this graced way of seeing. It is a precious means of teaching\, prayer and opening to divine presence. Praying with sacred images is a way of schooling the spiritual eye\, inviting us deeper into the wholeness/oneness of God and sensitizing us to letting everything we see become a potential icon of God.\nOur time will include some sharing of our own experiences of praying with sacred images as well as time to be together in prayer with a holy icon. \nRev. Carole  Crumley is the retired senior program director of Shalem Institute and former canon educator and founder of the Center for Prayer and Pilgrimage at Washington National Cathedral. A sought-after retreat and conference leader\, Carole continues to teach and lead pilgrimages to sacred sites in Europe\, the Middle East\, and the U.S. Carole is a lover of storytelling\, moveable feasts\, and country music. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/praying-with-sacred-images-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org
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