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Michael Battle\, Ph.D.\nCo-sponsored by Contemplative Outreach Chicago and Contemplative Outreach Atlanta \n9 AM to Noon Central Time Zone\n10 AM to 1 PM Eastern Time Zone \nMichael Battle points out something we all may have noticed: that events and organizations working to encourage Christian spirituality and contemplative life seem to attract a certain demographic\, predominantly white and westernized. Those who look\, act\, and seem different from this demographic often find no access point. Publishers\, spiritual leaders\, and socially conscious folks are deeply aware of this binding apart and often grieve the fact that many Christians do not pray together \nIn this workshop\, it is our hope to bring together people from diverse backgrounds who share an interest in contemplation. Together we will pray through\, think about and practice how to be more communally diverse in Contemplative Spirituality — how to release the natural unity the Holy Spirit constantly offers the world. \nProviding an indication of where the workshop will take us\, Rev. Battle quotes St. John of the Cross: \n“The soul that is attached to anything however much good there may be in it\, will not arrive at the liberty of divine union. For whether it be a strong wire rope or a slender and delicate thread that holds the bird\, it matters not\, if it really holds it fast\, For\, until the cord be broken the bird cannot fly.”\n– Ascent of Mt. Carmel\, Book One\, 11 \nThe workshop will begin with a 20-30 minute contemplative experience led by Contemplative Outreach. This will include Centering Prayer as well as a brief guided meditation to expand our experience and open our hearts. \nThen\, building on St. John’s powerful insight\, Rev. Battle will lead an interactive and deeply spiritual workshop incorporating presentations\, art\, music\, and pauses for reflection. The intention is to uncover\, describe and practice approaches that can help us begin to “break the cord\,” removing constraints and divisions within our own individual hearts and across the wider contemplative movement. There will be pauses for silence\, small group sharing\, and discernment about what God may be inviting our community into with regard to spiritual/racial union. \nIn Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices\, we find a path that opens us up to oneness\, while the racial divide denies this reality\, insisting instead on the “otherness” of those who may be different from us in appearance or culture. As we open to a greater and more connected state of awareness\, it is essential to do so communally\, rather than just individually — to share our being more openly with others\, including others of different backgrounds. \nWe invite you to join us on this sacred journey toward Communal Contemplative Spirituality. Please register using the link below. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/releasing-an-enslaved-spirit-a-workshop-on-communal-contemplative-spirituality/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/spiritual-prayer-hand-WAttrib-18F-COL-scaled-e1635193367457.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Chicago":MAILTO:registrar@centeringprayerchicago.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211129T195922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T211840Z UID:119535-1642237200-1642348800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Summit DESCRIPTION:Organized and hosted by Keith Kristich\, this two-day Centering Prayer Summit is an opportunity to learn from 10 Centering Prayer teachers. \nJoin the Summit presenters:\n– David Frenette\n– Mary Dwyer\n– Rich Lewis\n– Nhien Vuong\n– Colleen Mae & more!\n– Fr. Carl Arico \nCynthia Bourgeault & Ted Jones will be offering the Keynote on  “The Evolving Consciousness of Thomas Keating.” \nJanuary 15 & 16\, 2022- see the link below for all details! URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-summit/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webinar,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Centering-Prayer-Summit-3-e1638215945192.png ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20220113T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20220113T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211213T200203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T200203Z UID:119938-1642100400-1642107600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introductory Workshop to Centering Prayer for the Younger Generation\, Part Two - via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Two online live sessions of the introductory workshop for the younger generation on 10th and 13th January 2022\, with weekly follow up sessions thereafter. Register with Brian Aldworth: bja2885@gmail.com. Open to all regardless of age or faith URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introductory-workshop-to-centering-prayer-for-the-younger-generation-part-two-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach South Africa":MAILTO:bja2885@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T103000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211231T155256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211231T155256Z UID:120277-1641891600-1641897000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Model of the Human Condition via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Course II\, Spiritual Journey Series\nonline Zoom class\n$25 for Six Consecutive Weekly Sessions (January 11\, 2022 through February 15\, 2022) \nWe as human beings have an inborn desire to seek happiness. Where does this come from? What keeps us from true happiness? And what is happiness? \nThomas Keating relates spiritual development through the lens of contemporary psychology in terms we can understand. This opens us to insights into our behaviors and a deeper look at our inner life. This modern day translation of the spiritual journey describes a path that leads to peace and freedom\, and a most intimate relationship with God. It is highly suggested that you are familiar with The Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop. \nThe class opens with a 20-minute period of Centering Prayer\, video of Thomas Keating followed by a live group discussion. \nDates: Six weeks\, Tuesday January 11 through February 15\, 2022\nTime: 9:00am – 10:30 am Central Daylight Time\nBook: Invitation to Love by Thomas Keating\, available through link or through our website at: contemplativewisconsin.org/shop\nSponsored by: Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin\nFee for Class: $25.00 – includes all 6 sessions\nContact and Facilitator: Christine Bender\, bendercm@earthlink.net\, 720-987-7433\nThe Zoom link information will be sent together with the registration confirmation email. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/model-of-the-human-condition-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/winter-with-path-e1640965949796.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:bendercm@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20220110T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20220110T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211213T200020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T200020Z UID:119936-1641841200-1641848400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introductory Workshop to Centering Prayer for the Younger Generation - via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Two online live sessions of the introductory workshop for the younger generation on 10th and 13th January 2022\, with weekly follow up sessions thereafter. Register with Brian Aldworth: bja2885@gmail.com. Open to all regardless of age or faith. Sessions will be recorded. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introductory-workshop-to-centering-prayer-for-the-younger-generation-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach South Africa":MAILTO:bja2885@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220107T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220114T110000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210720T165415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T210722Z UID:115339-1641574800-1642158000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat DESCRIPTION:Eight-Day Centering Prayer retreat on the beautiful grounds and accommodations of St. Mary’s Sewanee. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n*Registration is now closed. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-retreat/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Evening-Sunset1-scaled-e1626799991581.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211115T220941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T220941Z UID:119452-1639818000-1639828800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Icons as Portals for Unlocking the Contemplative Heart via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Led by Mary Atalo\, a half-day retreat sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington. \nIcons\, as opposed to paintings\, are considered as “writings of the heart” which open the contemplative to “Behold” the Glory of the Lord. Many paintings can aid in our “seeing\,” but icons allow us to “behold.” In our contemplative prayer\, first through a silent “gazing” at the image in Visio Divina\, another realm begins to appear which lures us to step beyond the gaze into the ineffable realm of the Divine\, where “Beholding” is the work of silence.” This “Beholding” transfigures the way we see the world\, how we act in it\, and conveys the great hope of God’s enduring love and wisdom as promised in the Covenant of Peace. \nIn this mini retreat\, we will practice contemplative “Beholding” through Visio Divina of icons from the ancient Orthodox Akathistos Hymn\, The O Antiphons\, The Litany of Loretto\, and the Old Testament Wisdom Books. We shall see that there are really two Christmas stories of Incarnation occurring during this season: one occurring in time and space as the incarnation of Christ; another occurring in eternity\, as the incarnation of the Divine. We will follow the Contemplative Outreach guidelines for Visio Divina. \nRev. Dr. Mary Atalo is an Archpriest of the Wisdom tradition in the independent Catholic Apostolic Church of Antioch\, and Associate Dean of Sophia Divinity School\, the Church’s distant learning Seminary. She is the rector of a newly formed church\, “Our Lady of the Bridge” in Union Bridge\, MD\, a sacramental and contemplative community in the Christian mystical tradition. She had a former 30-year career as an oceanographer\, and seeks to bridge science and religion. In 2020\, she led the COMW Advent mini-retreat\, and has been an advocate of the contemplative prayer practices of Fr. Thomas Keating and Fr. William Meninger in daily life. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/icons-as-portals-for-unlocking-the-contemplative-heart-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Altalo-Contemplative-Icon-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington %EF%BB%BF(COMW)":MAILTO:info@ContemplativeOutreachofMarylandandWashington.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211218T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211218T113000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211108T165158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T165158Z UID:118945-1639818000-1639827000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer retreat via Zoom from Hawaiʻi DESCRIPTION:A particular blessing for busy\, active people\, we are invited to pause and just be in the presence of God. All are welcome to this mini-silent retreat. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome and honored. Books on the Spiritual Journey will be available for purchase and loan. No registration required. Join us every third Saturday of every month! \nClick on the following link to join the Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09 \nMeeting ID: 921 8585 4158\, Password: 730086 \nJoin by phone: +1 669 900 6833 \nThird Saturday of Every Month\nAll times are Hawaiʻi Standard times ( UTC -10) \nMorning of Prayer \n9:00 — 9:15 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 — 9:45 Centering Prayer\n9:45 — 9:55 Meditation walk (break)\n9: 55 — 10:25 Centering Prayer\n10:25 —10:45 Guided Welcoming Prayer\n10:45 —11:15 Centering Prayer\n11:15 —11:30 Prayers for community  and closing \nNext event January 15\, 2021 URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-retreat-via-zoom-from-hawai%ca%bbi/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/COHI-LOGO-bigger-1-e1636390305317.png ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Hawai%CA%BBi":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211214T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210902T190118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T190118Z UID:116965-1639490400-1639749600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer: Lectio Divina and the Four Senses of Scripture DESCRIPTION:This Praying Holy Scripture in-person retreat at Holy Cross Monastery in the Hudson Valley\, NY 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. We will experience scripture by praying different translations of Mary’s hymn of praise: the Magnificat. 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. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 pm Tuesday\, December 14. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 7:15pm. The retreat concludes with noon meal Friday\, December 17. Suggested donation for the retreat is $385 (including a non-refundable deposit). 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 and the wearing of face masks during group gatherings. \nRegister with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 3002 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. \nOur Retreat Leader — Leslee 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 to Love in workshop and retreat settings. She is part of the Service Teams that steward Fr. Thomas’s teaching for serving Intensive Retreats and Lectio Divina. She is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, CO and a graduate of The Center for Action and Contemplation Living School. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-lectio-divina-and-the-four-senses-of-scripture/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_3349-e1630609264641.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Leslee Anne Terpay":MAILTO:co-leslee@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211115T203809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T203809Z UID:119443-1639216800-1639234800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:A Contemplative Advent Retreat DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Puget Sound North is pleased to be able to offer our ninth Advent Retreat – and it will be in person! The retreat will once again be held at the beautiful Peace and Spirituality Center at Saint Mary on the Lake in Bellevue Saturday\, December 11th. \nThe day will blend periods of Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, Musica Divina and Visio Divina-a restorative blend of silence\, prayer\, reflection\, art and music. You’ll have opportunities to connect with other contemplatives and to deepen your personal practice. \nOur host facility\, in accord with state regulations and to protect our health\, will require all of us to show proof of vaccination on entry and to wear a mask\, except when we’re eating. In order to maintain safe spacing and to create a restful environment to access the riches of the Advent season\, registrations will be limited. Prompt registration is recommended! \nYou can register via mail with a check\, or directly online using PayPal\, accessible via https://copugetsound-north.org/9th-advent-retreat/ \nTime: 10 am to 3 pm\nSaturday\, December 11th\n(arrival at 9:30 recommended) \nLocation: The Peace and Spirituality Center\, St. Mary on the Lake\, Bellevue. \nRetreat Registration: $30 in person; including handouts\, beverages and pre-retreat snacks. You will be able to pre-order a boxed lunch\, or bring your own food for lunch. There will be storage space in the Center’s refrigerator. Full details will be sent upon receipt of your registration. \nRegister Now for the In-Person Retreat-$30 \n…if you choose to register by mail\, simply send a check payable to COPSN\,\nat 19920 NE 30th Court\, Sammamish WA 98074.\nand supply the following information: \nName \nAddress \nEmail Address \nTelephone Number \nI and ___ other(s) wish to attend URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-contemplative-advent-retreat/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s on the Lake Peace and Spirituality Center\, 1663 Killarney Way\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/advent-wreath.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Puget Sound North":MAILTO:jeffrenner3@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211211T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211211T163000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210730T200038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T200038Z UID:115847-1639213200-1639240200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Lectio Divina Introductory Workshop for Advent DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces the method of Lectio Divina\, to pray sacred scripture. Through reading\, reflecting\, responding and resting in the Word of God\, one’s relationship with God is nourished and deepened. Scripture will be appropriate for the Advent season. Both individual and group experiences will be provided. \nPlease see the link below for more information and registration. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/lectio-divina-introductory-workshop-for-advent-2/ LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211211T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211211T090000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211203T151734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T151734Z UID:118320-1639213200-1639213200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:“No Room” Advent Silent Saturday Via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 11\, 2021 9:00 am Pacific Standard Time \nFrom Luke Chapter 2\nJoseph went to Bethlehem to be registered with Mary\, to whom he was engaged\, she was with child. The time came for her to deliver. She gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth\, and laid him in a manger\, because there was …. no room for them in the inn. \nPlease register using the link below. Free will offering. The Zoom link will be emailed prior to Dec. 11\, 2021. \nQuestions? Please email Jill Yamada: jyamada@sothumc.org URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/no-room-advent-silent-saturday-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/1Venetian-echoes-Light-in-the-Piazza.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Yamada":MAILTO:jillprays@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211210T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210720T165210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T165210Z UID:115335-1639155600-1639328400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Advent Centering Prayer Retreat DESCRIPTION:This three-day retreat will focus on how Centering prayer can heighten one’s understanding and appreciation for the season of Advent. \nSee the link below to register. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-centering-prayer-retreat/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/PA100025_edited-1-e1626799909524.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211210T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211117T221716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T221716Z UID:118536-1639155600-1639310400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:The Patience of Mary – Advent 2021 DESCRIPTION:“Letting go of what is \,to welcome what is to come…” Join us for “The Patience of Mary” December 10-12 to welcome Advent in person at the grounds of the beautiful\, contemplative Shalom Spirituality Center nestled quietly among the trees in the center of Dubuque\, 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 a newly developed multi-media Lectio Divina\, experience yoga prayer movements\, and relax with massage therapy available to you. Enjoy nutritious\, lovingly made delicious meals and comfortable\, spacious rooms for the event. Early bird rates are available. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-patience-of-mary-advent-2021/ LOCATION:Shalom Spirituality Center\, 1001 Davis Street\, Dubuque\, IA\, IA\, 52001\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/shalom-publicity-shot-e1637187402806.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211213 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20200914T234714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210102T011358Z UID:108578-1639008000-1639353599@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Weekend Advent Retreat DESCRIPTION:December 9-12\, 2021 \nAdvent is a season of waiting\, listening\, and watching for God to move in unexpected ways in our lives and world. This retreat will explore the familiar characters of the Advent story from a contemplative perspective. How can these people of old invite us into a deeper contemplative stance in our advent journey? Together we will look at the contemplative invitations of the prophets\, angels\, shepherds\, sages\, the innkeeper and Herod\, Joseph\, Mary\, and Jesus as patterns for contemplative advent journey. \nPresenter: Rev. Dr. Shawn Kafader \nPlease see the website link below for more information and to register. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/weekend-advent-retreat/ LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Koerner%2C CSA akoerner45@gmail.com":MAILTO:Akoerner45@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211025T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T202524Z UID:118624-1638612000-1638626400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:John of the Cross & The Song of Songs: Mysticism\, Eroticism\, and Centering Prayer DESCRIPTION:In these sessions\, Netanel Miles-Yépez (who shares the same surname as his subject\, Juan de Yépes) will discuss how the Spanish saint\, better known as John of the Cross\, gives instruction in contemplative prayer in terms that seem strikingly similar to Centering Prayer\, and uses the erotic imagery of the Song of Songs to describe the mystical experiences which often follow such prayer. Using translations of the Song of Songs and John of the Cross from Miles-Yépez’s own book\, My Love Stands Behind a Wall: A Translation of the Song of Songs and Other Poems\, he will lead us through the mystical landscape of the great poet and saint\, and lead Centering Prayer for us from John’s teachings in The Living Flame of Love. \nPlease register using the link below. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/john-of-the-cross-the-song-of-songs-mysticism-eroticism-and-centering-prayer/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Webcast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/netanel_IMG_0084b.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Dallas/Fort Worth":MAILTO:center@cellofpeace.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T123000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210930T212438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T212438Z UID:118162-1638608400-1638621000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Lectio Divina Workshop: In Person or Zoom DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 4\, 2021 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm\nIn Person at the Center for Contemplative Living\, Elm Grove\, WI or Via ZOOM \nRegister for $20 or for FREE on the website\, and a Zoom link will be emailed with your registration confirmation. Please see the link below to register. \n“Praying the Scriptures” or Lectio Divina (the divine word of God) is a contemplative tradition taught in the monastic vs. scholastic style of hearing the living Word of God in the sacred spaces of everyday life. This workshop\, presented by Sr. Kathryn Ann Kobelinski\, SSND\, and Jill Nowlen\, MASFD\, both commissioned presenters of the prayer\, will share the method of this heart-to-heart conversation with God\, while reading\, reflecting\, responding\, and resting in the words of Scripture. Even if you practice Lectio\, you will find this workshop will deepen the practice and will bring the scripture texts into your every day life. This is not a scripture study. It is a way to allow God to have a conversation with you and to give you a gift of understanding. Many Centering Prayer groups find it helpful to practice Lectio Divina with the scriptures for the upcoming Sunday liturgies after their Centering Prayer time. For planning purposes\, please register so that we have space for everyone. Thank you! URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-lectio-divina-workshop-in-person-or-zoom/ LOCATION:Center for Contemplative Living in Elm Grove WI\, 890 Elm Grove Road\, The Village Court\, WI\, 53122\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/image-for-lectio-divina-Enews-e1633037067517.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:bendercm@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210628T202301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210815T014357Z UID:114844-1638608400-1638619200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Advent Silent Saturday DESCRIPTION:As the season of Advent approaches\, join us for a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence. This day is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. The day provides time for communal prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling and reflection and ends with a period of Lectio Divina. All are welcome. A brief introduction to Centering Prayer will be offered for those new to the practice. Please register at hrscenter.com by December 3rd. A donation is gratefully appreciated. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-silent-saturday/ LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:cpandsd@hsrcenter.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211109T185949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211111T223331Z UID:119152-1638604800-1638619200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:In Person – Advent Silent Saturday DESCRIPTION:As the busyness of the Advent and holiday season approaches\, nourish your spirit with a quiet morning of Centering Prayer and silence.\nThe morning provides time for communal prayer\, a contemplative walk\, private journaling and reflection\, and ends with a period of Lectio Divina.\nThis event is open to beginners as well as those experienced in contemplative prayer or silent meditation. All are welcome. \nFor those new to Centering Prayer or wanting a review of the method\,\na brief introduction will be given at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time. \nWe’re sorry\, we are not accepting walk-ins at this time\nPlease be prepared to show current proof of Covid-19 vaccination or proof of negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of Dec 4th\nREGISTER ONLINE AT www.hsrcenter.com under 1 Day Retreats by Dec. 3\nFor more information\, email pbcurreysd@gmail.com\nAll donations gratefully received URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/in-person-advent-silent-saturday/ LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Advent-Sil-Sat-1-scaled-e1636484379251.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:pcurreysd@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211203T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211123T152428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T152428Z UID:119619-1638547200-1638705600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Leaning Into Blessing: A Silent Advent Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Mercy Center Centering Prayer Program presents: \nLeaning Into Blessing:\nAn Advent Silent Retreat \nDecember 3-5\, 2021 Starts 4 pm Friday and ends 12 pm Sunday (lunch provided afterwards) on site at Mercy Center in Burlingame\, CA.\nRegistration: $300 (includes retreat\, accommodations\, and meals) \n“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. \nJoin 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. \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\, and Centering Prayer coordinator at Mercy Center. Joy is dedicated to fostering contemplative practices such as Centering Prayer and others within the Christian Wisdom tradition that help us become aware of God’s ever-present love. As a scientist she sees in the physical world an expression of that love. \nPlease register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474 \nWe are planning a spacious schedule so that you will have time to walk the beautiful Mercy grounds\, and to do other deeply relaxing practices that we’ll talk about. Bring a journal and pen if you like. There is a lovely craft room at Mercy Center but bring additional art supplies if you prefer. \nCOVID Protocol is still in place at Mercy Center\, and everyone entering the building must be fully vaccinated\, and wear masks in all common areas indoors except when eating. For this reason\, it is important to also include the following in your packing:\n1) A record of having been vaccinated\n2) At least one mask\n3) Hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer is provided by the Center\, but it helps if you will also bring your own.\nFor more information about Mercy Center’s COVID protocols\, please click on the link below.\nGuest Protocol – Mercy Center Burlingame (mercy-center.org) URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/leaning-into-blessing-a-silent-advent-retreat/ LOCATION:Mercy Center Burlingame\, 2300 Adeline Drive\, Burlingame\, CA\, 94010\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/luke-hodde-OPZLe7zcCKE-unsplash-scaled-e1637681034394.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211203T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211020T200010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T200010Z UID:118529-1638522000-1638723600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:The Fullness of Love: An Advent Wisdom Retreat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a three-day in-person Advent retreat exploring Mary’s relationship to Jesus as a hidden-in-plain-sight illumination of the Christian path of engaged non-attachment. \nFollowing the Gospel texts and the poetry of Khalil Gibran\, we will discover Mary’s robust and courageous embodiment as a joy-filled teaching and invitation to shelter\, germinate\, release\, and sow the seeds of Christ in our own lives as service to the whole. \nRetreat includes co-teaching from Rev. Jonathan Steele and Fr. Benjamin Thomas\, guided contemplative exercises\, and a general Benedictine structure of Ora et Labora including shared silence/Centering Prayer sits-with a closing eucharist celebration on Sunday afternoon. \nThis retreat will take place in person from Friday\, December 3\, 2021 through Sunday\, December 5\, 2021 at Mustang Island Conference Center in Corpus Christi\, Texas. \nPlease register using the link below. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-fullness-of-love-an-advent-wisdom-retreat/ LOCATION:Mustang Island Conference Center\, Port Aransas\, Texas\, 6981 TX-361\, Port Aransas\, TX\, 78373\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Origin + Omega":MAILTO:contact@origin-omega.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211202T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211205T110000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211025T203304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T203304Z UID:118590-1638471600-1638702000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Advent Retreat: Incarnation as Practice - via Zoom DESCRIPTION:This online retreat is an entry into an intentional Advent where we are invited to pause\, listen\, reflect\, and be renewed in our relationship with the Indwelling Presence through prayerful\, silence\, solitude and community. \nDuring this three-day retreat\, we will practice Incarnation through intentional silence\, solitude\, listening\, resting and stillness. This retreat is about spaciousness – giving ourselves over to extended\, open time just to be with God in prayer\, in nature\, in walking\, music\, reading and the silent company of others on retreat. It is an invitation to lay down our ordinary life to experience the extraordinary right-now presence of God during this sacred time of the year. The retreat will include periods of Centering Prayer\, music as a vestibule to prayer\, simple prayerful gestures\, Lectio Divina\, optional soul-friending and lots of open time offline for reflection\, resting\, journaling\, art-making or whatever stimulates your child-like wonder. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Pamela Begeman. Pamela is a commissioned presenter of both Centering Prayer and the Welcoming Prayer. She co-creates and facilitates many of the Contemplative Outreach worldwide online retreats\, programs and publications. She is also one of the creators and editors of The Contemplative Life Program\, a series of 40-day booklets on contemplative practices and dispositions. Her daily spiritual practices root her in the present and Presence while being an active wife\, mother and professional. Pamela coordinates communications\, technology and programs for the international office of Contemplative Outreach and lives in Austin\, Texas. She also serves on the steering committee of The Meditation Chapel\, a Zoom-enabled worldwide prayer chapel for people of all practices and spiritual traditions. \nThe retreat is free\, with a suggested donation of $40.  Please register using the link below. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-incarnation-as-practice-via-zoom-2/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/blue-green-150.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach San Antonio (COSA)":MAILTO:info@cosa-contemplatvieoutreach.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211126T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211130T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211117T161007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T161114Z UID:119499-1637942400-1638277200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat\, 5-days; Subiaco Monastery\, Subiaco\, Arkansas DESCRIPTION:Consider giving yourself the GIFT of a Centering Prayer Retreat at Subiaco Monastery\, November 26- 30\, 2021. \nThe retreat will have ample periods of SILENCE\, three prayer/meditation periods per day\, and some teaching on the TRANSFORMATION of the false self. The Monastery/Retreat Center location is a pastoral setting in the Arkansas River Valley. \nCOST: private room- $350.00; shared room- $250.00; a $50.00 NON-refundable deposit is required at time of registration.\nREGISTRATION: call Retreat Center- (479) 934-1290 to reserve your place. \nLEADER: Nick Cole\, who has staffed retreats in Colorado and Arkansas since 1993. He was mentored by Thomas Keating\, Patricia Johnson\, Mary Ann Matheson\, AND all the retreatants he has served. 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. Retreatants will be best served by having a daily practice of Centering Prayer/meditation prior to attending. \nARRIVAL: Between 3- 5pm on Friday\, November 26\, 2021. Supper at 6pm. Opening Circle at 7pm.\nDEPARTURE: After lunch on Tuesday\, November 30\, 2021. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-5-days-subiaco-monastery-subiaco-arkansas/ LOCATION:Subiaco Monastery\, 405 N. Subiaco Ave.\, Subiaco\, AR\, 72865\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ORGANIZER;CN="Nicholas Cole":MAILTO:ngcole42@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T163000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210803T213853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T213853Z UID:115833-1637398800-1637425800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:C.G. Jung Through a Christian Contemplative Lens DESCRIPTION:C.G. Jung is important to contemporary Christian spirituality. Building on the work of Morton Kelsey\, John A. Sanford\, and Robert A. Johnson\, we will explore how Jungian topics can help deepen our spiritual life. The Jungian world of archetypes integrates in Christian mysticism\, prayer\, and practice\, and understanding these helps to nurture our souls and enhance intimacy with God. \nPeriods of Centering Prayer will be offered in the morning and afternoon. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/c-g-jung-through-a-christian-contemplative-lens/ LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T113000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211108T165436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T165436Z UID:118941-1637398800-1637407800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Half-Day Centering Prayer/Welcoming Prayer retreat via Zoom from Hawaiʻi DESCRIPTION:A particular blessing for busy\, active people\, we are invited to pause and just be in the presence of God. All are welcome to this mini silent retreat. While Centering Prayer is the basis of our teaching\, all meditation paths are welcome and honored. Books on the Spiritual Journey will be available for purchase and loan. No registration required. Join us every third Saturday of every month! \nClick on the following link to join the Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/92185854158?pwd=dDJxN0FkRkRvQWhrQURwN29SUTBFUT09 \nMeeting ID: 921 8585 4158\, Password: 730086 \nJoin by phone: +1 669 900 6833 \nThird Saturday of Every Month\nAll times are Hawaiʻi Standard times ( UTC -10) \n9:00 — 9:15 Welcome and introductions\n9:15 — 9:45 Centering Prayer\n9:45 — 9:55 Meditation walk (break)\n9: 55 — 10:25 Centering Prayer\n10:25 —10:45 Guided Welcoming Prayer\n10:45 —11:15 Centering Prayer\n11:15 —11:30 Prayers for community Closing \nNext event December 18\, 2021 URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-welcoming-prayer-retreat-via-zoom-from-hawai%ca%bbi-2/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/COHI-LOGO-bigger-1-e1636390305317.png ORGANIZER;CN="contemplative outreach hawaii":MAILTO:cohawaii@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211118T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211118T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210930T194451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T194451Z UID:118151-1637260200-1637267400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Mystical Experiences: Uncommon & Common DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Nov 18\, 2021 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nIn Person at the Center for Contemplative Living\, Elm Grove\, WI. or VIA ZOOM \nRegister for $10 or for FREE and Zoom link will be emailed with your registration confirmation. Please see the link below to register. \nMystic Series: Join Debbie Harmon as she explores different facets of these mysterious divine encounters at the Center for Contemplative Living or via Zoom video-conferencing. What is Mysticism? What are the different types of mystical experiences? What purpose do mystical experiences serve? Who has mystical experiences and how do they come about? How might mystical experiences enrich the contemplative’s journey? This event is a reprise of the 2019 opening of our Mysticism series\, so if you missed it the first time\, here is your chance to experience it! The evening will begin with a 25-minute Centering Prayer sit\, followed by the presentation and time for Q&A. Please register by November 15\, 2021. \nInstructor: Debbie Harmon has practiced Centering Prayer for 30 years. Since the mid-1990s\, she has been significantly involved with Contemplative Outreach in the Midwest\, spoken on a variety of spiritual topics\, and been a commissioned presenter of the Introductory Centering Prayer Workshop. Debbie is a spiritual director and holds a Master of Divinity and Master’s in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University Chicago. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/mystical-experiences-uncommon-common/ LOCATION:Center for Contemplative Living in Elm Grove WI\, 890 Elm Grove Road\, The Village Court\, WI\, 53122\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Debbie-Harmon-Photo-scaled-e1633031079423.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Southeast Wisconsin":MAILTO:bendercm@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211114T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211114T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210922T162534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T162628Z UID:117934-1636887600-1636894800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:The Dynamic Center of Being: Awakening to Unity through Centering Prayer with David Frenette via Zoom DESCRIPTION:11am – 1pm Pacific Time (noon Mountain; 1pm Central; 2pm Eastern; 7pm London (BST); UTC 19:00)\nFree; suggested donation $35 USD \nMany of us struggle these days with fear\, outrage and uncertainty in the face of personal and global change\, loss and collapse. All these struggles share a single root: a sense of separation — from ourselves\, from one another\, and from God. And yet we know in our heart of hearts\, and have experienced in deep contemplative practice\, that everything is unified in God\, the timeless reality in which we live and move and have our being. \nThis online workshop will explore Centering Prayer as a way to align us and our actions with unity\, according to Jesus’ teachings. David will share stories\, teachings and guided meditations to renew our experience of unity\, opening us to presence\, connection and love\, the source of contemplative service in the world. We will also have time for small group sharing\, and a period of Centering Prayer. \nAbout David Frenette:\nDavid Frenette\, author of The Path of Centering Prayer: Deepening Your Experience of God (Sounds True 2012)\, is a contemplative spiritual director\, mentor for other spiritual directors\, and spiritual writer. He co-created and co-led a contemplative retreat community where he lived as a monk for 10 years. He has an MA in transpersonal counseling psychology\, has been a trustee of Contemplative Outreach (the international Centering Prayer organization)\, an adjunct faculty member at Naropa University\, a founding member of Integral Spirituality\, and a teacher at leading retreat centers across the country. From 1983 until his death in 2018\, David’s spiritual father was the Trappist monk and founder of Centering Prayer\, Father Thomas Keating. Read more about David here. \nYou may register here: \n\n\n \n \n Living Flame One Day Retreat\n A chance to taste the Living Flame program\, register using the below form and you will receive the Zoom Meeting link now and we'll also send you a reminder by email nearer the day of the retreat which will take place *25th October 2025\, 11am - 4pm Eastern Time*.\n\nThis event is free of charge; but making a joyful donation is invited - the donation link will be shown on the registration confirmation page. \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Location \n \n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-dynamic-center-of-being-awakening-to-unity-through-centering-prayer-with-david-frenette-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/2021_david-frenette-e1632327908724.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Ltd":MAILTO:office@coutreach.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211113T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210816T001201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T001250Z UID:116382-1636797600-1636808400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Deepening Spiritual Practice through Three-Centered Awareness - Online DESCRIPTION:Presented by Phileena Heuertz of the Gravity Center\nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach Chicago \nThree-centered awareness is crucial for experiencing Divine Presence; mind\, heart\, and body coming online and cooperating together. But too often\, we experience shut-down in one or more of these centers. This limits our capacity for opening to Presence and receiving the integration and wholeness for which we long. \nAre you curious about the deeper\, subtle\, life-changing dynamics of contemplative prayer? Do you feel stuck in your practice and desire to progress? Are you wondering how to more regularly bring the gifts of your sitting practice into your daily experiences of life and relationships? \nIf so\, join Phileena Heuertz for this 3 hour online contemplative experience. During our time together\, Phileena will offer a mix of foundational teaching\, guided group contemplation\, and three-centered awareness practice. \nNote: All times are in Central Time Zone. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/deepening-spiritual-practice-through-three-centered-awareness/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Diagram-mind-heart-body.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alan Krema":MAILTO:alkrema@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211113T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211113T123000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20211108T171334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T171334Z UID:118932-1636797600-1636806600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Standing on the Brink with Parker Palmer via Zoom DESCRIPTION:The 12th Annual Contemplative Conference of the School for Contemplative Living. \nA livestream conversation with Parker Palmer at the intersection of contemplation\, compassion\, and courage\, which includes a period of Centering Prayer\, a period of lectio divina\, and breakout room discussions. \nPlease register using the link below. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/standing-on-the-brink-with-parker-palmer-via-zoom/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/flyer-e1636391515850.png ORGANIZER;CN="The School for Contemplative Living":MAILTO:livingschool12@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211106T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211106T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T063039 CREATED:20210902T152043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T152043Z UID:116938-1636189200-1636214400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org SUMMARY:Praying with Jesus - Online DESCRIPTION:The Mercy Center Centering Prayer Program presents:\nPraying with Jesus \nONLINE Saturday November 6\, 2021\n9:00 AM – 4:00 PM USA Pacific Time \nThe prayer that is commonly known as The Lord’s Prayer is one that many of us know by heart. But there is more power and depth to this prayer when it is approached from its Aramaic roots. This day of prayer will draw upon the work of Neil Douglas-Klotz to help us experience a deeper power in the words of Jesus — words that draw us into the heart of Jesus\, the heart of all creation. \nPlease register using the link below. \nRetreat Leader: Henry Schoenfield\, MDiv is a spiritual director\, UCC pastor\, and certified professional coach. As a spiritual seeker\, he draws from different spiritual traditions while being firmly rooted in the Contemplative Christian path. He loves working with individuals and groups as they discover more deeply how God is loving them and leading them to live out God’s love in the world. URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/praying-with-jesus-online/ LOCATION:Internet – Online CATEGORIES:Retreat ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR