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SUMMARY:Eight-Day Intensive & Post-Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enter into a more profound level of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence and community. The Eight-Day Intensive and concurrent Post-Intensive Retreat is designed to strengthen one’s discipline and practice of Centering Prayer. We will be in grand silence. \nThe Intensive also provides a conceptual framework for the prayer through the viewing of selected DVDs from Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey Series. This retreat is for those with some experience with Centering Prayer. The Post-Intensive is for those who have previously made an Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat. Times of silence and periods of Centering Prayer are increased. \nFee: $1000. All rooms private. Register online at hsrcenter.com by June 7th. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required when registering.\nFor more information contact Sr. Chris Machado at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or (818)815-4480  \n  \n(Photo by Aleksandr Ledogorov\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-intensive-post-intensive-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T114500
DTSTAMP:20260610T211419Z
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Peace and Refreshment - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:An online Centering Prayer mini-retreat \nIn this gathering we rest in periods of silent prayer\, contemplative breaks and finish with lectio divina. \nThere is no fee for this event\, but a donation to Contemplative Outreach is greatly appreciated\, which you can do here. \nIf you are new to a silent practice of prayer\, please review beforehand the Centering Prayer brochure from Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd.\, which you can find here. \nPlease use the link below to enter the event on June 27th. The times listed are in Pacific Daylight Time (Los Angles time). \nYou’re welcome to share the link with your prayer group or friends.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-morning-of-peace-and-refreshment-via-zoom-6/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:pcurreysd@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T133000
DTSTAMP:20260609T182427Z
CREATED:20260609T182427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T182427Z
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SUMMARY:Foretaste of Faith & Science Conference
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a foretaste of the first\, regularly scheduled\, interfaith\, Faith and Science Conference in Rome. The foretaste is scheduled for Saturday\, 27 June 2026 as described on its registration website Foretaste of Faith & Science Conference. It will consist of discussions with some of the following conference speakers: Dr. Federico Faggin\, inventor of the microprocessor and consciousness researcher\, and Fr. Laurence Freeman O.S.B.\, Director of the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM). \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register for this free event.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/foretaste-of-faith-science-conference/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Foretaste-Faith-Science-Conference.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Network":MAILTO:rjh@contemplative.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T123000
DTSTAMP:20260210T162908Z
CREATED:20260210T162908Z
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UID:160673-1783350000-1783945800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:8 Day Silent Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat with Father Bill Sheehan
DESCRIPTION:Come rest in silence with other contemplative companions\, away from the busyness of daily life\, and allow the mind\, body\, and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. \nThis 8 day retreat offers a more 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 a communal sharing of silence and stillness. For those making their first weeklong silent retreat\, the Intensive\, we will be using the video series by Thomas Keating\, The Spiritual Journey. The simultaneous Post Intensive track includes additional time in silent prayer instead of video presentations for those who have previously made an Eight Day Intensive Retreat. \nThis retreat offers a double track simultaneously: Intensive I and Post Intensive. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length the Spiritual Journey Videos are shown in Intensive I. They lay a necessary foundation for the practice for life and especially intensive retreats. \nIntensive I: There will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily and 2 sessions of watching video talks from Fr. Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey series with optional discussion. \nPost-Intensive: There will be 3 sets of two 30-minute periods plus two additional 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. \nLectio Divina and a optional contemplative Eucharist will be offered daily for everyone\, as well as optional soul-friending with staff. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Contemplative Outreach staff: Father Bill Sheehan\, OMI\, Marty Badgett\, Mary Beth Rhiner\, Jim McElroy\, Kristina Frank and Susie Brent. \nTo Support Your Retreat Experience: A daily practice of Centering Prayer for 6 months or longer is recommended. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-silent-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat-with-father-bill-sheehan/
LOCATION:Mercy Conference and Retreat Center\, 2039 N. Geyer Road\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_6985-Mercy-Circle.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis.":MAILTO:cost.louisinformation@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T185513Z
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UID:158553-1783699200-1783854000@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 to the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-29/
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=UTC:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T171726Z
CREATED:20260527T171726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T171726Z
UID:163400-1784368800-1784383200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Fr. Bill Sheehan OMI and The Welcoming Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Bill Sheehan will invite us to enter the inner room of the heart\, where true spiritual perception awakens. Through the practices of Centering Prayer\, the Welcoming Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, intentional breathing and forgiveness\, we learn to move beyond the ego and cultivate heart perception. This capacity to listen intently with the heart is essential to living a fully human\, spiritual life and allows God’s presence to reveal true reality. \nWho Should Attend: Anyone longing to deepen their spiritual life by learning to listen with the heart\, and to experience the transformative presence of the Spirit. \nPlease email the address below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/fr-bill-sheehan-omi-and-the-welcoming-prayer/
LOCATION:Padre Serra Parish\, 5205 Upland Road\, Camarillo\, 93012
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Jean Lang":MAILTO:langje14@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260209T152722Z
CREATED:20251219T183534Z
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UID:158976-1784383200-1784388600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 4 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 4. Living the Contemplative Path \nTheme: Centering Prayer is not just a practice; it shapes how we live. \n“If we are absolutely grounded in the absolute love of God that protects us from nothing even as it sustains us in all things\, then we can face all things with courage and tenderness.”\n— James Finley \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 \n2-3:30 pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to obtain the Zoom link. \nThis is the fourth of six sessions: \n4.    Living the Contemplative Path – 18 Jul 2026\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-4-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:20260719T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T175712Z
CREATED:20260216T175712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T175712Z
UID:160984-1784478600-1785070800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Seeking the God Within
DESCRIPTION:A Centering Prayer 8-day retreat with Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI\n(Arrival 3:00-4:00 pm)\nTwo of the basic teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating are his human development theory that he describes as The Four Consents\, and the Prayer in Secret. During our time together\, Fr. Sheehan will explore these teachings as a way of going deeper and discovering in the words of St. Augustine that the God we seek is closer to us than we are to ourselves. Resources referenced: Thomas Keating: Invitation to Love\, and Manifesting God. \nWe will be in silence for meals\, breaks and prayer time. Periods of Centering Prayer will be included in our time together. There will be discussion following each of Fr. Sheehan’s presentations. Spiritual companioning\, and body work will also be available. \nRegister online at hsrcenter.com by June 28. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required when registering.\nFor more information contact Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or (818) 815-4480
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/seeking-the-god-within/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T202139Z
CREATED:20230606T161012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T202139Z
UID:135559-1785574800-1785583800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Visio Divina: HOPE: Online CenteringPrayer Half-Day Retreat

DESCRIPTION:Online Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer mini-retreat (1st Saturday of every month)\nAugust 1th @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am UTC-10\nLead by Pulelehua\, Margie and Liedeke from Hawaiʻi\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 and; whenever you are! Schedule is in Hawai’i Time (UTC -10)\n8:45am Room open to for early connections\n9:00 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 Centering Prayer Embodied in Nature\n9:45 Welcoming Prayer in Nature\n10:10 Reflections\n10:20 Break\n10:30 Visio Divina – Hope\n11:00 reflections\n11:30 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/terra-and-physio-divina-online-embodied-centering-and-welcoming-prayer-half-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Aug2026_Diego-Rivera_flower-vendor.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T134518Z
CREATED:20260427T160922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T134518Z
UID:162430-1785679200-1786194000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Seven Day Intensive and Post Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This two-track silent retreat will allow the participants to come together for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and soul friending. The retreat will provide an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. Persons new to long retreats (4+ days) are encouraged to choose the Intensive Track\, which includes watching a daily video followed by discussion. Persons with experience in long retreats may choose the Post Intensive Track\, which includes additional prayer periods. \nThe silent retreat will be held at Siena Center located on beautiful Lake Michigan\, Racine Wisconsin\, about 30 minute drive south of Milwaukee Wisconsin and the Milwaukee airport. Regristration begins at 2pm on Sunday August 2 with program starting at 5pm. All meals from Sunday supper through Saturday lunch are provided.  Retreat will end after lunch on Saturday. A refrigerator is provided for special food needs\, coffee and beverages are available 24 /7. Each air conditioned room has it’s own bath and easy access shower. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/seven-day-intensive-and-post-intensive-centering-prayer-retreat-2/
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 WI":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T183122Z
CREATED:20260618T183122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T183122Z
UID:163865-1785679200-1786194000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Two Track Retreat: Intensive and Post Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer retreats immerse participants in the practice of Centering Prayer as taught by Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. This two-track retreat will allow the participants to come together for Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and meal times. The retreat will provide an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. Persons new to long retreats (4+ days) are encouraged to choose the Intensive Track\, which includes watching a daily video followed by discussion. Persons with experience in long retreats may choose the Post Intensive Track\, which includes additional prayer periods. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/two-track-retreat-intensive-and-post-intensive/
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 WI":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260809T110000
DTSTAMP:20251211T185742Z
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UID:158558-1785686400-1786273200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This 8-day retreat will be an in-depth retreat for those experienced in Centering Prayer. The retreat will facilitate entrance into a more profound level of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community\, with an opportunity to spend extended time in deep silence in community to encourage a more intimate union with God. An existing Centering Prayer practice is a prerequisite for attending this retreat. \nPlease click on the link below for more information and to register (scroll down to the desired event).
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-58/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Behtany-Retreat-from-the-hill.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Ruth Ann Madera":MAILTO:lisam@anawimministries.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260805T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T170000
DTSTAMP:20260312T200230Z
CREATED:20260312T200230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T200230Z
UID:161388-1785916800-1787763600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Contemplative Spirituality: Centering Prayer as a Doorway - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking a deeper connection with your true self and God? Explore how contemplative spirituality can transform your life by living each moment as a prayer. This immersive course invites you to engage with a community of fellow seekers and discover the transformative power of Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-contemplative-spirituality-centering-prayer-as-a-doorway-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T133504Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T133504Z
UID:159663-1786618800-1786881600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
CREATED:20250303T204541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224423Z
UID:153413-1786784400-1786793400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T204845Z
CREATED:20260525T204845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T204845Z
UID:163303-1786784400-1786795200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
CREATED:20260623T184448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T184448Z
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
CREATED:20260824T184700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T193527Z
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
CREATED:20240122T202237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T224353Z
UID:141200-1788598800-1788607800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
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
CREATED:20260501T143539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T102535Z
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T200140Z
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
CREATED:20260713T161553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T230513Z
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T174138Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T160000
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
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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
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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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