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SUMMARY:Beauty: A Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Beauty ~ A Fall Retreat \nBeauty is everywhere:\n~ In the petals of a flower and the vista over fall foliage at a distance;\n~ In the dance of a honey bee and the sway of an African elephant;\n~ In waves on the seashore and the ripples on a brook;\n~ In the face of a friend and the muscle of an Olympic athlete;\n~ In a view through a microscope or a telescope;\n~ All around and within us. \nThe “Beauty” retreat is an opportunity to spend time away in the company of other pilgrims. This event\, October 24-26 (Friday\, 4:30 pm through Sunday 11:30 am) will include structured opportunities for\n* Quiet prayer in the Presence;\n* Sacred Reading of Scripture;\n* Communal Sung Prayer;\n* Communal meals; plus \nThere will be ample free time for\n– Yoga\,\n– a Nature walk on the Prairiewood trails\,\n– walking an outdoor labyrinth\,\n– hand massage\,\n– journaling; and more \nRegistration: To register online\, visit our Eventbrite listing for this event (on that site search for Beauty – Hiawatha); OR send an email to coneiowa@gmail.com with your intent\, and we will send you a form to return with a check for the registration fee.\nFees:\nFull Retreat with shared room: $175\nFull Retreat with individual room: $215\nCommuter: $145 (meals\, no overnight room);\nOne day only (Saturday) $75 (with no overnight) \nPrairiewoods is at 120 Boyson Rd\, Hiawatha\, IA. To view more photos and read more about Prairiewoods\, visit https://prairiewoods.org/. \nFAQs – Frequently Asked Questions \nQ1: Will there be food provided?\nA: Yes\, there will be fruit\, drinks (coffee\, tea and water) and other snacks available throughout the event. Meals will be served by Prairiewoods staff\, with the option to accommodate people with special dietary needs. \nQ2: Will silence be a part of the event?\nA: Yes\, much of the retreat will include internal and external silence. However\, there will some time for conversation with other retreatants. \nQ3: Can I attend only part of the retreat?\nA: Yes. We encourage people to attend the whole event; however\, if you can only come for one day\, you are welcome to do so. The related costs are listed above \nQ4: Will I be expected to share many details of my life?\nA: No. There will be time for introductions with other group members\, but not extensive sharing. If extended sharing is desired\, there will be opportunities to meet one-on-one with one of the leaders. \nQ5: Is Prairiewoods handicap accessible?\nA: Yes. The Center has all facilities on one level. While there are two levels withing the building for sleeping rooms\, you may request a room on the floor level. Retreatants will need to assess whether the outdoor grounds are safe for them. \nQ6: Is there anything else I might want to know about Prairiewoods?\nA: Yes. Indoors\, there is an onsite bookstore\, an area for meals and snacks\, a quiet prayer room\, our meeting room\, etc. Outdoors\, the wooded grounds provide a space to commune in nature; with an outdoor labyrinth available. \nQ7: If I cannot attend this event\, can my registration be refunded?\nA: Refunds are possible until 9 am October 10 for paid registrations that have been received. However\, thereafter we cannot provide refunds because of our contract with Prairiewoods. With this contract we guarantee the number of participants and associated fees. Refunds will be the full amount minus the Eventbrite processing fee if payment is made online. \nQ8: Can I register for a half day on Saturday?\nA: Yes. This is an option with the mail-in registration that you can request via Email to coneiowa@gmail.com. The fee for morning or afternoon\, both including lunch\, is $45 \nQ9: What if my personal finances are tight?\nA: Scholarships are available upon request. To learn more\, contact coneiowa@gmail.com \nSponsored by Contemplative Outreach Northeast Iowa Chapter
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/beauty-a-fall-retreat/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 Boyson Rd\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa":MAILTO:CONEiowa@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Attitudes Centering Prayer Retreat
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 book 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. \nRetreat includes on-site lodging\, breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner. Please see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-attitudes-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Cord-Baran":MAILTO:ncb612@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T150000
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SUMMARY:The Healing of our Hearts — and our World
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer and the Healing of our Hearts — and our World\nA Contemplative Outreach Retreat Day with Carl McColman. \nThis retreat day will include time for Centering Prayer\, personal reflection\, talks by our presenter\, and opportunities for shared reflection and contemplative dialogue. \nSt. Patrick’s Episcopal Church\, Dunwoody\, GA.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-healing-of-our-hearts-and-our-world/
LOCATION:St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church\, 4755 North Peachtree Road\, Dunwoody\, GA\, 30338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251018T123000
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SUMMARY:Unchanging – Awakening in the Flow of Hope (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:We are living in turbulent times. In the churning\, can you feel an anchor to something that is unchanging? Could it be a deep abiding hope? In this presentation\, Rick Klein offers insight to a path out of the dualistic sociopolitical environments that keep us stuck. \nHow might I continue “Growing Up” on my spiritual journey? \nBuilding on teachings from Cynthia Bourgeault\, Richard Rohr\, Thomas Keating and others\, Rick believes the key to future spiritual growth—individually and collectively—begins with hope. Not the ordinary understanding of hope\, but a deeper understanding: Contemplative Hope. As we awaken to the powerful presence of contemplative hope in our lives\, we reveal the unchanging universal truths hidden in plain sight. \nJoin us as we explore how to weave the threads of universal truth into the fabric of our lives and open to the potential of a quantum leap in spiritual “growing up.” This collective leap is essential if we are to show up in new ways that can diffuse the anger and fear in our world. \nWe will begin this workshop with 20 minutes of Centering Prayer. \nThis presentation—Unchanging—grew out of Rick Klein’s February 2025 presentation\, “Unfinished: A Spirituality of Change\,” which explored Ken Wilber’s developmental “Growing Up” lens and left many of us wondering what is mine to do? In this new presentation\, Rick continues the exploration of our collective and individual journeys. If you missed the Unfinished presentation\, you will be able to watch the February recording as part of your registration for Unchanging. The recording is not necessary\, however\, as Unchanging is a unique presentation that builds on themes raised in the previous presentation. \nHope is an orientation of the spirit\, an orientation of the heart; it transcends the world that is immediately experienced\, and is anchored somewhere beyond its horizons.\n—Václav Have \nTime listed are Mountain daylight time. \nRegister using the Event Website link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/unchanging-awakening-in-the-flow-of-hope-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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T130000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Fr. Thomas Keating and the Development of Christian Contemplative Prayer Practice\nPresenter: Fr. Steve Coffey OSB Cam \nOn this weekend Centering Prayer Retreat\, Fr. Steve will begin with the story of how Fr. Thomas  developed his teaching on Centering Prayer.  He will then examine the process of contemplative prayer that leads to union with the Divine. One presentation will be dedicated to a question-and-answer format. \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 presentation. Soul-friending will also be available. \nPre-requisite: An established practice of Centering Prayer and a desire to grow in your contemplative practice.\nFee: $350.00 — all rooms are private. $250 Commuter  \nRegistration online at www.hsrcenter.com by October 8th\, with a non-refundable deposit of $50\nFor more information\, please contact Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com or 818-815-4480 \n(Photo by Nabno Nabniok\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-26/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado%2C SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251019T130000
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SUMMARY:A Weekend Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer in which we experience God’s presence within us\, closer than breathing\, closer than thinking\, closer than\nconsciousness itself. This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. As one practices Centering Prayer with devotional sincerity and tries to respond to all situations within God’s will rather than through our own inclinations\, we find ourselves being called on a journey of transformation. How does one respond to this call? What does this transformation involve? What does it look like in everyday life? These and related questions will be the theme of this weekend retreat. \nThere will be time for silence\, lectio divina\, videos with short discussions\, and exploring the beauty of nature\, all in the comfort and serenity of Seton Cove Spirituality Center. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-weekend-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Vincent Seton Cove Spirituality Center\, 2025 Dugan Drive\, Indianapolis\, 46260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Indianapolis":MAILTO:mary.riner@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T163000
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CREATED:20250610T205533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T205533Z
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SUMMARY:InterSpiritual Praxis in Community: Charis Meditation and Charis Circles
DESCRIPTION:Charis Circles are small communities of interspiritual practice. We will introduce interspirituality and Charis Meditation\, developed for interspiritual settings. The day is for those who embrace one religious tradition\, more than one tradition\, or are “spiritual but not religious.” As the Quaker Rufus Jones noted\, “I pin my hopes to quiet processes and small circles\, in which vital and transforming events take place.” Charis Circles embody this vision\, where transformation and revelation within can unfold. \nThis event includes sessions of Centering Prayer along with others who may be practicing a different form of silent prayer.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/interspiritual-praxis-in-community-charis-meditation-and-charis-circles/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
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SUMMARY:9-Day Intensive\, Advanced Intensive and Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive.  See flyer for more information.\nThe Post Intensive retreat will be in a separate prayer room with a separate staff. \nPre-requisite:\nA daily practice of centering prayer for 6 months or longer. \nRooms are single with a sink in the room; bathrooms are shared.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-dual-track-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T120000
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SUMMARY:A Wisdom School on Wisdom Rhythms & Relationships with Heather Ruce
DESCRIPTION:Online and In-Person at Sorrento Centre\, British Columbia\, Canada. \nOctober 5th (5 pm) – October 9th (12 noon)\, 2025 (Pacific Time). \nIn any moment\, regardless of how significant or insignificant it may seem\, we can offer ourselves as instruments\, vessels\, means by which worlds beyond can enter into this world\, which has often been termed by several traditions ‘mixtus orbis.’ Wisdom teacher Cynthia Bourgeault often reminds us that this world’s dense conditions are not a mistake but a place where the rough material of our lives can be mixed with spiritual substances and nutrients from beyond and in so doing\, something essential is created. \nThere is much to glean from the Wisdom lineages in every tradition\, including Christianity\, about waking up to a different reality and orienting our lives to something more than our everyday circumstances. In the case of the Christian Wisdom lineage\, we can place our gaze towards the world beyond—kingdom of heaven\, the imaginal realm—which is always in our midst when we have eyes to see and ears to hear. When we can attune ourselves to this dimension\, we can begin to draw from an endless wellspring and be of service to God in our day to day lives and relationships. Drawing on the work of Cynthia Bourgeault\, G.I. Gurdjieff\, and others\, this Wisdom School will focus on listening for the Wisdom rhythms that deepen presence in our three centres – intellectual\, emotional\, body – in order that we can perceive and act in accordance with the higher laws of the kingdom of heaven in cosmic servanthood and in particular in conscious relationships. \nJoin us in person or online at the Sorrento Centre. There will be an invitation to a ‘Wisdom way of knowing’ through a daily rhythm with periods of silence\, centring prayer\, teaching\, conscious conversation\, Gurdjieff Exercises and Movements\, chanting\, mindful work\, lectio divina\, and contemplative reflective time. \nOn-site participants must register for both:\n1) flexible and affordable accommodation and meal plans at Sorrento Centre\, and\n2) the program taught by Heather Ruce as organised by TCS. \nCosts vary depending on the in-person or online choices. \nOffered by Heather Ruce. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-wisdom-school-on-wisdom-rhythms-relationships-with-heather-ruce/
LOCATION:Sorrento Retreat and Conference Centre\, 1159 Passchendaele Road\, Sorrento\, British Columbia\, V0E 2W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:A Morning of Peace and Refreshment - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In this mini retreat let the Holy Spirit fill you with the peace that passes all understanding as you rest in periods of silent prayer\, contemplative breaks ending with lectio divina. (Phil 4:7) \nThere is no fee for this event\, but a donation to Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd.\, is greatly appreciated. \nIf you are new to a silent practice of prayer\, please review beforehand the Centering Prayer brochure from Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. There will be no teaching of the method during the retreat. \nTimes listed are Pacific Daylight Time.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-morning-of-peace-and-refreshment-via-zoom-4/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pippa Currey":MAILTO:pcurreysd@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250520T184207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T190148Z
UID:155453-1759449600-1759708799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Forgiveness Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh invites you to join us as we explore forgiveness through a contemplative lens. Featuring Mary Dwyer as presenter\, we will explore both the Forgiveness Process and Forgiveness Prayer while steeped in silence and Centering Prayer (with extended sits). Prior Centering Prayer experience recommended. \nLocation: Spiritan Retreat Center located south of the city of Pittsburgh in Bethel Park. \nPlease register using the link below  or at https://www.pghcenteringprayer.org/ .
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-forgiveness-prayer-2/
LOCATION:Congregation of the Holy Spirit Province of the United States\, Spiritan Center\, 6230 Brush Run Road\, PA\, 15102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Pittsburgh":MAILTO:victoriae4copcenteringprayer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250919T173720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T173806Z
UID:157414-1759132800-1759424400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:BIPOC Centering Prayer Retreat 2025
DESCRIPTION:A 5-day Centering Prayer retreat designed for and by BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color – which includes Latinx and Asian) contemplatives. We gather to practice Centering Prayer\, participate in facilitated dialogue about the changing needs of contemplatives in relation to the BIPOC community\, and nurture and support BIPOC Centering and contemplative prayer retreat leaders within the Contemplative Outreach and the larger Christian contemplative prayer community. \nOur shared intention is to reclaim and reimagine contemplative prayer and teaching through an ethnically inclusive lens and form a contemplative prayer retreat model more culturally sensitive to and inclusive of BIPOC persons’ unique needs and perspectives.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/bipoc-centering-prayer-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:Trinity Retreat Center\, 79 Lower River Road\, West Cornwall\, CT\, 06796\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colleen Thomas - COL Diversity Outreach Coordinator":MAILTO:colleen@coutreach.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20241104T163334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T163429Z
UID:149690-1758981600-1759584600@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 Saturday\, September 27 to Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, 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. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday. Vespers begin at 5:00. Dinner then follows. Orientation begins at 6:45. The retreat concludes with lunch on Saturday. (Daily Holy Eucharist is available at 9:00 a.m.). \nCost for the retreat is $1\,000. The retreat fee includes a single room and all meals. Shared single occupancy bathrooms in the hallways. Register by e-mail or phone with our Guesthouse Manager\, Donna Mallory at 845-384-6660 ext 1 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org. \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 is 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’ 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 Holy Cross Monastery. Br. Bernard is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter. Bernard 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 a spiritual director and regularly visits seminarians in New Haven to offer them spiritual direction. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/eight-day-centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat/
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:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250318T141112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T141112Z
UID:153736-1758970800-1759575600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Going Inward: Autumn Rest and Renewal–An Intensive/Post-Intensive 8-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This intensive/post-intensive retreat\, hosted by Contemplative Outreach of Central Iowa\, will consist of continuous periods of Centering Prayer from before sunrise until the dinner hour\, with breaks for meals. Attendees may participate in as much prayer as they are called to. Short pauses for entering and leaving the silence will be offered every 30 minutes. This grand silence will be bracketed with teaching videos featuring Thomas Keating’s Spiritual Journey Series. Cost is $650*\, which includes room with private bathroom facilities and all meals. A limited number of double occupancy rooms are available for $575. \nThe retreat will be held at the lovely Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery\, Rock Island\, Illinois. Built in 2001 as a place apart to seek the Holy\nOne for persons of all faiths\, Benet House offers a setting of peace\, beauty and tranquility. \nVeteran retreat leaders Chris Frantsvog and Paul Witmer look forward to hosting you for this journey into deep silence. \n*The cost of this retreat has been lowered by $200 per participant through a grant from the Contemplative Outreach Divine Economy Fund.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/going-inward-autumn-rest-and-renewal-an-intensive-post-intensive-8-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Benet House Retreat Center\, 2208 88th Avenue W\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Central Iowa":MAILTO:paulwitmer@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250818T210628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T211034Z
UID:156940-1758967200-1758981600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer in German Language – Stille finden mitten im Leben
DESCRIPTION:In den 70er Jahren begannen Thomas Keating und andere den Reichtum der christlichen\, stillen Meditationspraxis (Kontemplation) wiederzuentdecken. Aus diesen Anfängen ist eine Praxis entstanden\, die inzwischen weltweit verbreitet ist und das Gebet der Sammlung (Englisch: Centering Prayer) genannt wird.\nDie praktizierte Stille tut einfach gut und kann heilsam wirken. \nIn diesem Workshop wird das wortlose Gebet der Sammlung (Centering Prayer)\, einer modernen Form des Herzensgebets\, anhand vier einfacher Schritte vorgestellt und eingeübt. \nNeben der Einführung in die Methode gibt es die Gelegenheit Fragen und Austausch. Ein Anfang\, um “beherzt” dem modernen Leben zu begegnen.\nDer Kurs ist kostenlos. \n27.9.2025 in Berlin Steglitz (Paulus-Gemeinde Lichterfelde)\, 10-14:00 Uhr. \nVeranstaltungsort: Dorfkirche der Paulus Gemeinde Berlin Steglitz-Lichterfelde\, Hindenburgdamm 101a\, 12203 Berlin.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-in-german-language-stille-finden-mitten-im-leben/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oliver Kintzel/Berlin":MAILTO:oliver.kintzel@centering-prayer-berlin.de
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250910T170533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T170533Z
UID:157220-1758824100-1758832200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:God is Love – The Heart of All Creation - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:God is Love: The Heart of All Creation Series continues and builds on the works of Thomas Keating over the past 30+ years\, beginning with the Spiritual Journey series. It offers a vision of hope and a view of reality that at once integrates the sciences\, religion and humankind’s place in the cosmos as divine in origin\, unifying in purpose\, unfolding in its grandeur. \nThis nine-week God is Love video series is Fr. Thomas Keating’s latest in the Spiritual Journey Series. It is a masterful overview of how we can grow and deepen our relationship with God and how God manifests through us. The presentations both motivate and inspire us to be faithful to the Centering Prayer practice. \nThomas also shares how God invites us to draw closer to Him and to allow God to transform us through Centering Prayer. This is a “must attend” series\, especially for those who have been doing the practice for some time. Class session will begin with 20 minutes of Centering Prayer. \nThis is a nine-week class\, offered on Thursday evenings\, September 25 – November 20\, 2025 \nTimes listed are Mountain time (Denver\, CO) \nClick the website link below to learn more and register. Scholarships are available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/god-is-love-the-heart-of-all-creation-via-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach of Colorado":MAILTO:staff@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250505T175125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T175125Z
UID:155143-1758672000-1759276799@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Six-day Post Incarceration Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach Prison Outreach Service Team (COPOST) is partnering with Prison Contemplative Fellowship (PCF) in offering a six-day intensive Centering Prayer retreat in September 2025 in Colorado for those affected by incarceration. \nTo attend it is advised that the participant have a six month or longer practice. Financial support is available. \nYou may find a brochure about the retreat here. \nThe first step is to express interest in the retreat and/or in requesting financial help to attend is to text or call +1 (850) 296-8420 or email hello@praestolari.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/six-day-post-incarceration-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat Center\, 4801 North Highway 67\, Sedalia\, CO\, 80135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250905T183316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183416Z
UID:157135-1758360600-1758382200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Enneagram - a Christian Wisdom Approach
DESCRIPTION:From a Wisdom perspective\, the overarching message of Jesus’ teaching is the transformation of our ordinary ego-driven consciousness. In the scriptures\, this is spoken of as stepping into the larger mind\, or putting on the mind of Christ. The Enneagram is a tool based on ancient wisdom that can help us to see the contours of ego — appreciating the strengths and limitations of personality as well as revealing the path for growth and transformation. Through a balance of\nteaching and practice\, this retreat will explore structures of personality that make up the nine different points of the Enneagram. With a greater understanding of how these structures work\, participants will be able to approach the Enneagram as a tool for the transformation of consciousness that Jesus calls us to — a tool that includes and goes beyond the descriptions of the nine types. \nThe program includes sessions of Centering Prayer. \nHenry Schoenfield is a member of the service team for Contemplative Outreach of Boston and a board member and senior student in Cynthia Bourgeault’s Wisdom network\, Wisdom Waypoints. He has studied the Enneagram of personality with Russ Hudson among other teachers and is certified in the Integrative\nEnneagram assessment tool (iEQ9). He is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ\, a spiritual director\, certified professional coach\, and retreat and workshop facilitator. \nTo register\, email: info@henryschoenfield.com
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-enneagram-a-christian-wisdom-approach/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 127 Summer Street\, Lynnfield\, MA\, 01940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Henry Schoenfield":MAILTO:info@henryschoenfield.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250728T164105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T164105Z
UID:156605-1758358800-1758373200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:​Meeting God in the Silence: An Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about Centering Prayer and whether it is the right practice for you? Are you ready to begin a practice but need help getting started? Are you interested in deepening your current practice and would like a refresher and connection with other practitioners? Join us to learn more about consenting to the presence of God through the practice of Centering Prayer. Let praying without words\, in deep silence and openness\, bring you to a more complete awareness of the Divine Indwelling. \nThis retreat follows the international Contemplative Outreach Ltd. approach\, combining short presentations\, two Centering Prayer practice sessions\, and ample time for questions and discussion. It is open to anyone\, whether you have a longtime Centering Prayer practice or have never tried this form of prayer. There’s enrichment and insight for everyone.\n​\nPlease use the address shown below for your GPS. It is different from the street address. Ample parking is available on-site.​ \nYour registration fee includes snacks and coffee\, tea\, and water. We’ll have vegan and gluten-free options. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/meeting-god-in-the-silence-an-introduction-to-centering-prayer-2/
LOCATION:Episcopal Diocese of Maryland\, 3601 N. Charles Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21218\, 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:20250920T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250610T205236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T205236Z
UID:155867-1758357000-1758385800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Way of the Heart: InterSpiritual Wisdom and Invitation for Living in Difficult Times
DESCRIPTION:Awakening the heart and experiencing life through the heart center can impact how we live and respond to our current times. For centuries\, Christian\, Jewish\, Sufi and Hindu mystics have been drawn to the heart as our primary source of spiritual perception and connection to wholeness and relationship. Fr. Matthew Wright will weave together teaching and practice from different paths and share inspirations for living in today’s challenging times. The rhythm of teaching\, meditation\, chanting\, and embodiment practices will enrich our ability to be present to these times. \nThis event includes sessions of Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-way-of-the-heart-interspiritual-wisdom-and-invitation-for-living-in-difficult-times/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250915T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250627T205449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T233114Z
UID:156181-1757948400-1758193200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Four Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a time in community for sharing Centering Prayer\, the teachings of Thomas Keating\, Lectio Divina\, the Great Silence and the beauty of the western North Carolina mountains. \nFor more information and registration\, go to https://centersw.org/programs/4-days-of-contemplation-in-community
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/four-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
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:register@centersw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250807T164227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T164227Z
UID:156770-1757754000-1757764800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Silent Saturday
DESCRIPTION:As autumn 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 Centering Prayer\, contemplative walks\, 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. \nPlease arrive at 8:45am.\nFacilitators: Sr. Chris Machado\, SSS\, and Silent Saturday Centering Prayer Team \nA free will offering is gratefully appreciated.\nRegistration online at www.hsrcenter.com is appreciated but not required. \nFor more information\, please email Sr. Chris at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com \n(Image by Simon Berger\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/autumn-silent-saturday-4/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado%2C SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250716T230516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T230516Z
UID:156411-1757721600-1757807999@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Workshop Presenter Formation - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This ZOOM event\, facilitated by Contemplative Outreach Atlanta (COA)\, will offer participants an opportunity to be formed as commissioned presenters of the Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop. Working with a notebook of materials\, each participant will have ample opportunity to learn the content of the Introductory Workshop and to practice presenting the content to others\, with supportive feedback and guidance. \nAll participants must complete an application prior to registration for this event. To receive an application please contact Joanna Brunson joanna@contemplativeoutreachatlanta.com \nThe training will take place on two Saturdays: September 13\, 2025 and September 27 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Time. There will an intro meeting on September 4 at 7:00 pm Eastern and a follow up meeting on September 30 at 7:00 pm Eastern.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-workshop-presenter-formation-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach Atlanta":MAILTO:coatlantageorgia@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250912T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250623T153552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T153552Z
UID:156098-1757696400-1757854800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Silent Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Contemplative Outreach. Weekend Centering Prayer Silent Retreat\nSeptember 12-14\, 2025 at Saint Benedict Center\, Schuyler Nebraska \nContemplative retreats are one of the most wonderful ways to experience time with God in the present moment. Retreats give you time to spend being aware of God and enjoying God’s presence. \nYou are invited to gather with us for our fall retreat giving time to be present in the beauty of nature\, prayer and solitude\, and to be in a restorative community of silence and stillness. \nWe begin Friday\, Sept. 12th at dinner time and conclude Sunday after the noon meal. \nRegistration includes: 2 nights in a private room\, all meals\, and programming.\nCost $340.00. Registration closes August 29th\, 2025. Website: nebraskacontemplativeoutreach.org \nSaint Benedict Center is a beautiful location (5 miles north of Schuyler NE) that provides walking paths\, Stations of the Cross\, a labyrinth\, hotel-like accommodations and delicious food service. Everything is provided so all you need to do is come with the intention to sit with God and our community and let God do the healing work within. \nRegistration: \n~Paying through PayPal: Submit payment and send an email to cathy.c@cox.net with the following information: name\, address\, phone\, and email. \n~Paying by check: Send a check ($315. which is minus the processing fee) to Nebraska Contemplative Outreach. In care of: Cathy Mann Christiansen 8415 North 52nd Ave\, Omaha NE 68152. Email Cathy when check is sent\, include information listed above. Payment must be received by August 29th\, 2025.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-silent-weekend-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Saint Benedict Center\, 1123 Road I\, Schuyler\, NE\, 68661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20250807T164011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T164011Z
UID:156760-1757149200-1757161800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative prayer is God’s personal and unique gift to each of us. If we open to this gift\, it will profoundly affect our lives and relationship to God\, others\, and the world. Centering Prayer is a form of Contemplative Prayer. It is a method of prayer that opens us to interior transformation and deeper intimacy with God and others. The workshop includes four presentations and the practice of Centering Prayer. \nPlease arrive by 8:45am. \nFor more information\, please email Sr. Chris Machado at centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com\nRegister Online at www.hsrcenter.com by September 3rd with a non-refundable deposit of $10.00 \n(Image by Jay Castor\, Unsplash)
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-21/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Chris Machado%2C SSS":MAILTO:centeringprayer@hsrcenter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250905T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T235437
CREATED:20241111T194149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T194149Z
UID:149836-1757091600-1757253600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Silence and Contemplation: A Path to Inner Freedom
DESCRIPTION:“Contemplative prayer is simply a wordless\, trusting opening of self to the divine presence. Far from being advanced\, contemplative prayer is the simplest form of prayer that exists.”\n– Cynthia Bourgeault \nIn a world filled with noise and uncertainty\, our soul thirsts for silence as a path to inner peace and freedom. More than a technique\, contemplation is a way of being that is connected with the soul’s desire to touch God’s Mystery. \nThis weekend will be in silence and will include input sessions on the Centering Prayer method\, guided practice as a group\, and opportunity for soul companionship if desired. \nEven if you are not a beginner\, you are most welcome to make this experience of silence.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-and-contemplation-a-path-to-inner-freedom-2/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Monastery\, Missiezusters Klooster\, 20\, Steyl\, Venlo\, 5935 BX\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Centering Prayer – a weekend workshop.\nSeptember 5 – 7\, 2025 \nFr. Thomas Keating–As silence deepens\, it transforms into Divine Presence in contemplative prayer. This pervasive presence invites us to accept the embrace of Divine Love and the realization of how much God loves us. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-15/
LOCATION:St Gertrude Monastery-Cottonwood\, ID\, 465 Keurterville RD\, Cottonwood\, ID\, 83522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Living I: Contemplative Practices in Daily Life (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Living I: Contemplative Practices in Daily Life (Online)\nSeptember – December 2025 \nI will give you a new heart\, and a new spirit I will put within you.\n– Ezekiel 36:26) \nCourse Description \n“Contemplative life begins when we first step into the silence of our heart. It’s a pilgrimage—a journey that takes us first to the inner reaches of who we really are\, and from there\, into the life we were meant to live.”\n– Julie Saad\, Contemplative Life: Discovering Our Path into the Heart of God \nThis four-month long online course is experiential\, guiding participants to deepen their experience of the abiding presence of God by cultivating their contemplative capacities. Participants will learn and integrate contemplative spiritual practices into daily life within a community of seekers through monthly meetings\, a weekly online prayer chapel\, personal practices\, and monthly Holy Listening Circles (group spiritual direction.) \nContemplative practices are the doorway into the gift of contemplative prayer\, where the journey that begins in the silence of our hearts leads us into the heart of God. As we cultivate contemplative practices in ordinary daily life\, we begin to experience oneness with God and all creation. \nCourse Objectives\nTo establish a daily practice of Centering Prayer\nTo integrate contemplative spiritual practices into daily life\nTo cultivate contemplative attitudes and disposition\nTo foster contemplative listening that comes from a listening heart\, rather than from the ego or mind \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-living-i-contemplative-practices-in-daily-life-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T120000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Essentials: 3-week course
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Essentials: Foundations for Beginners & Practitioners\nOpening to Interior Silence \nWe’ll explore:​\n​\n• Opening to the Divine within and all around us \n• Silence as the universal language of God \n• The How-Tos of Centering Prayer practice \n• Dealing w/ thoughts during meditation \n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nWednesdays\, August 6\, 13\, & 20\n12:00-1:30pm ET | 9am PT | 4pm GMT \n“You can’t accomplish or work up to union with God because you’ve already got it.”​\n— Richard Rohr \nTaught by Keith Kristich & Marybeth Redmond from Closer Than Breath \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-essentials-3-week-course-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T133000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Essentials: 3-week course
DESCRIPTION:Opening to Interior Silence \nWe’ll explore:​\n​\n• Opening to the Divine within and all around us \n• Silence as the universal language of God \n• The How-Tos of Centering Prayer practice \n• Dealing w/ thoughts during meditation \n• Mystical union with God and why it matters \nWednesdays\, August 6\, 13\, & 20\n12:00-1:30pm ET | 9am PT | 4pm GMT \n“You can’t accomplish or work up to union with God because you’ve already got it.”​\n— Richard Rohr \nTaught by Keith Kristich & Marybeth Redmond from Closer Than Breath \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-essentials-3-week-course-3/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath Community":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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