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SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Immersive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Take your contemplative prayer practice into daily living by focusing on The Welcoming Prayer. In Welcoming Prayer you will learn to integrate the inner busy life of Martha and the relaxed attitude of Mary\, the followers of Jesus\, into your own lives to become modern contemplatives in action. \nWe live in a world that is fragmented by sickness\, fear\, anxieties of all kinds but we are called to trust the Lord in the midst of it all. This retreat is meant to ground us in Christ. It is to help us be intentional in what we do so that we can be at peace within ourselves. \nFr. Jos will host this retreat at the House Of Blessings in Eureka Springs\, AR\, a beautiful place in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas. Eureka Springs is known for its natural beauty\, quiet and uplifting spirit\, and deep spirituality. The registration is limited to 12 people. With private rooms\, spacious chapel\, open areas\, and mountain air\, House Of Blessing is the safest place to be at this time. The retreat fee of $550 includes everything you will need other than your own toiletries. \nThe schedule includes Daily Mass\, several prayer sessions each day\, two daily study times\, and time for rest\, renewal\, and reading. Each day is well designed to give you time to rest and renew your soul. \nDate and Time: November 8th\, 4 pm to November 14th\, 11 am.\nRetreat Fee: $550. Includes accommodation\, all linens\, towels\, all meals\, snacks\, drinks\, and conferences. Bring your own toiletries. \nCOVID19 Recommendations: Be symptom-free when you come. Please bring some masks just in case you leave the retreat center for something. (for emergency only) Sanitizing lotions will be provided if needed. As a closed group\, your health is our priority.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-immersive-retreat/
LOCATION:House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center\, 171 Hummingbird Lane\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200914T234433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T234546Z
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer as an 11-Step Practice for Persons in 12-Step Recovery Groups
DESCRIPTION:In 2001\, The 12 Step Outreach program of Contemplative Outreach was established to offer Centering Prayer to people in all 12 Step fellowships as an 11th Step prayer/meditation practice. We help individuals and groups establish contemplative prayer practices through workshops\, retreats and formation programs. Many people are already practicing Centering Prayer and find it to be transformative to their recovery. 12-Step Outreach offers retreats and introductory workshops that teach this method in more depth. \nCentering Prayer is an ancient meditation practice that has been used over the centuries\, but it is different from what we may think of as prayer. It is not the type of prayer we are used to\, like praying for something we want. It is simply moving deep within ourselves\, in silence\, saying nothing\, asking for nothing\, just being\, by letting go of our thoughts and allowing our Higher Power to be with us. The practice of Centering Prayer has parallels with other traditional practices and is simple and easy to do. \nSee the website link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-as-an-11-step-practice-for-persons-in-12-step-recovery-groups/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="John Brennan":MAILTO:centeringprayermadison@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200903T183125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T183125Z
UID:108334-1604739600-1604748600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:The Welcoming Prayer — An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:The Welcoming Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action in our physical and emotional reactions to events and situations in daily life. The purpose of the Welcoming Prayer is to deepen our relationship with God through consenting in the ordinary activities of our day. It helps to dismantle the emotional programs of the false-self system and to heal the wounds of a lifetime by addressing them where they are stored — in the body. This practice contributes to the process of transformation in Christ initiated in Centering Prayer. \nIn this introductory workshop\, led by the Rev. Tom Ward\, participants will learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-welcoming-prayer-an-introduction/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20201031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20201031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20201001T171221Z
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UID:108864-1604138400-1604143800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplation and the Way of Ease
DESCRIPTION:In the midst of great division and a global pandemic\, we all need space to slow down and return to “the way of ease.” \nJoin this 1.5 hour workshop over Zoom to explore Centering Prayer as a way of returning to our natural mind and sinking into the simplicity of being. \nWhen we rest in God during our 20m silent sits\, we can learn to carry that sense of inner-ease into everyday\, ordinary life. \nOctober 31st\, 10:00-11:30am Eastern Time\nSee details and register here: https://keith-kristich.ck.page/965ce108c1 \nPresenter: Keith Kristich\nCost: Free\, free will offerings welcome
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplation-and-the-way-of-ease/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201031T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200921T210004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T210004Z
UID:108685-1604134800-1604143800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Guard of the Heart
DESCRIPTION:“One practice to bring the effects of contemplative prayer into daily life is traditionally known as Guard of the Heart. This consists of letting go of every emotional disturbance as it arises and before we start thinking about it. This method is more sophisticated than dismantling the emotional programs for happiness because it deals with the whole of life. It expresses our ongoing intention to be with God in the present moment and sustains it.” (Fr. Thomas Keating\, 2017) \nThis class will teach the practice of “Guard of the Heart” (Also referred to as “Watchfulness” or “Presence Practice”) and how it compliments Centering Prayer\, and the practices of the Welcoming Prayer and the Active Prayer phrase. We will learn the three ways any afflictive thought or emotional disturbance can be instantly released as it arises. Join us for this enriching and deepening complementary practice. \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/guard-of-the-heart/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200903T164405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T164405Z
UID:108269-1604133000-1604147400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this introductory workshop\, you will learn the ancient method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. We will cover the history\, psychology\, and theology of the practice. Two prayer sessions and a question and answer session are included. \nThis will include a live and Zoom option. \nPresented by: Mike Smoolca is an experienced contemplative group and workshop facilitator and a dedicated student of contemplative practices and wisdom spirituality. He is a Contemplative Outreach presenter and coordinator for Contemplative Outreach of CT and the Northern CT Chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society. Mike is a practicing spiritual director and supervisor who received his certificate from Fairfield University. He has been an internship partner at the Spiritual Life Center in West Hartford\, CT.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-2/
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:20201029T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201029T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200921T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T210742Z
UID:108676-1603976400-1603985400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Wisdom\, Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:During this class we will examine wisdom as it is found in the Hebrew Scripture known as Wisdom Literature. We will explore what these books offered to the community of Israel\, look at how they are reflected in the New Testament and see how they are carried out in our contemplative community. \nFinally we consider the teachings of Thomas Keating and other contemporary spiritual writers to discover how ancient wisdom is made new again for our contemplative community. Wisdom is part of the mystery of Divine Presence in our lives and as such is constantly being revealed to us in ever deeper ways. This class provides the participants background information to passages they might use in prayer\, study or Lectio. \nSaint Augustine says that we cannot love what we do not know. Join us to learn more about wisdom and see where it leads. Each class has time for reflecting on questions suggested by scripture and then sharing what we discover from our own life experience. Sharing our own wisdom and listening to the wisdom of others gives us examples and insight into God at work in our daily lives. \nA printable online journal is provided. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/wisdom-then-and-now/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20201012T162057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T012143Z
UID:109020-1603828800-1603832400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Special Call to Centering Prayer  
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington invites you to join in their special\, community Centering Prayer for the U.S. and the whole world on Tuesday\, October 27 at 8 p.m. EDT. Our format is simple — an opening prayer\, centering for a half-hour\, then the Lord’s Prayer. Below is the Zoom coordinate for this simple session. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81016967900 \nQuestions? Email Marjorie Centofanti mcentofanti@jhmi.edu.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-special-call-to-centering-prayer-%ef%bb%bf/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marjorie Centofanti":MAILTO:mcentofanti@jhmi.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201025T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20201012T213604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201012T213604Z
UID:108993-1603630800-1603643400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer for Our World
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer: Our Practice\, Our World \nSunday\, October 25\, 2020 1-4:30 p.m. $20 \n“The Christian is one who is connected through the heart to the whole of life\,\nattuned to the deeper intelligence of Nature and called forth irresistibly by the Spirit\nto creatively express one’s gifts in the evolution of self and world.”\n– Ilia Delio \nPlease join us for an afternoon of Centering Prayer and Community ONLINE \nCentering Prayer is sometimes spoken of as the Divine Therapy. We usually reflect on this aspect of our practice in reference to our own spiritual journey. Today we continue our exploration of a wider vision of God’s healing action\, and consider how our daily practice may actually be a channel for the Divine Presence to bring healing to our world. \nThis is an afternoon for those familiar with Centering Prayer – beginners and long-time practitioners. We gather to deepen our consent to God’s presence and action in our world. (Instruction in Centering Prayer will not be offered.) Our time together will include two periods of Centering Prayer\, a short talk\, a video\, and conversation. \nMarty Badgett is an Oblate of the Camaldoli Benedictine Community. He has co-led extended Centering Prayer retreats for many years\, and hosted many one-day Contemplative Prayer days at Incarnation Monastery in Berkeley. \nCatherine Regan\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, retired psychologist\, and adjunct staff member at Mercy Center\, primarily serving on the Centering Prayer team. She has a special interest in fostering contemplative practices so urgently needed at this time in our world. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, scientist\, and Centering Prayer coordinator at Mercy Center. She is dedicated to fostering Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices that help us become aware of God’s ever-present love. \nTo register for this program\, please go to https://mercy-center.org/eventsframe/centering-prayer-our-practice-our-world/ or\nwww.mercy-center.org or call 650-340-7474.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-for-our-world/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201024T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200909T193825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T194003Z
UID:108474-1603533600-1603540800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Richard Rohr\, OFM - "When Everything is Adrift"
DESCRIPTION:We are offered a tremendous opportunity in our day to change ourselves and our world. This opportunity may be described as a time of major regression\, denial of the past and even collapse! This is no exaggeration as we look at the state of our planet\, our worldwide politics of despair\, the abandonment of many religious traditions and Western Christianity in particular\, the loss of moral authority through the pedophilia crisis in the Catholic Church\, and what historians will probably refer to as the abandonment of truth. Not to mention the pandemic and its global effects. How do we rebuild on such a non-foundation? \nPlease see the event web link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/richard-rohr-ofm-when-everything-is-adrift/
LOCATION:Center for Contemplative Living\, 3650 Yates St\, Denver\, CO\, 80212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200928T173948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T173948Z
UID:108806-1603530000-1603542600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Half Day Centering Prayer Retreat: “Lost in the Mystery: Radical Contemplative Living” Part 1
DESCRIPTION:SPONSORED BY CONTEMPLATIVE OUTREACH OF MARYLAND AND WASHINGTON (COMW) \n“God is so intimately present to us that the constant awareness of God’s presence is always available to us\, if we are open to it. It embraces us\, everything in our lives\, and all reality at the same time. Being in the presence of God as much as we can all day long is the secret of continuous growth in contemplative prayer.”\n– Father Thomas Keating \nHow can we live in the mystery of God always? In other words\, how can we pray without ceasing? And what does that even mean? How is unceasing prayer related to our regular sitting practice of Centering Prayer? We will delve into these questions and more in this two-part series on radical contemplative living. \nLost in the Mystery: Radical Contemplative Living Part 1 \nIn Part 1\, “Lost in the Mystery\,” we will discuss deeper ways of practicing Centering Prayer\, the issue of transcending the method of Centering Prayer\, what pure prayer is\, and how sitting practice relates to unceasing prayer. \nThe morning will include three 30 minute periods of centering prayer and an interactive discussion. \nLed by COMW Leadership Team Member\nLJ Milone\nSubject to Change \n8:45am to 9:00am check in and get centered (Eastern time zone)\n9:00am 30-minute Centering Prayer\, 5-minute contemplative “walk”\, followed by 25-minutes Centering Prayer\n10-minute break\nLJ’s presentation and discussion—about 90 minutes\n11:30 30-minute Centering Prayer \nFor additional information and registration instructions\, click on the link below.\nContact COMW Chapter Coordinator with questions: martha@marthajohnston.com.\nSuggested $15 goodwill offering per half-day retreat.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/half-day-centering-prayer-retreat-lost-in-the-mystery-radical-contemplative-living-part-1/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Johnston":MAILTO:martha@marthajohnston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201024T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234732Z
UID:101999-1603526400-1603558800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. \nRegistration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \n	There is a suggested love offering of $10. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-5/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200903T183249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T183249Z
UID:108323-1603521000-1603558800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Full-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:St. Mary’s Sewanee invites you to spend time in prayerful silence and contemplation during this day-long Centering Prayer retreat led by the Rev. Tom Ward and Rebecca Paluzzi. \nThis event is modeled on the rhythm of the multi-day retreats that St. Mary’s Sewanee has offered for more than 20 years. In preparing this new retreat format\, we have learned that technology is capable of bringing us together in ways that we could not have anticipated. During this day\, you are encouraged to fast from listening to the news and using electronic devices so that you can make holy space to observe silence with the group and on your own. \nThe retreat will include: \nThree periods of Centering Prayer;\n–Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer;\n–Lectio Divina in a group setting; and\n–Generous breaks throughout the day for rest\, reflection\, and journaling. \nFor people new to Centering Prayer\, we encourage you to participate in the Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop to learn the basics of the practice. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-full-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201026T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T185620Z
UID:102000-1603461600-1603715400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Online Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Who is The Ultimate Reality? And Who are We?”\nPresenter: Bonnie Shimizu\n\nFriday\, October 23 – Sunday\, October 25\nOffered through Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, Encino\, CA \nThis weekend retreat will explore the heart of the Christian contemplative journey through the loving gift and legacy of Fr. Thomas Keating. Bonnie will explore the Love that is God as well as the foundation of our Oneness with all creation. There will be periods of Centering Prayer\, presentations\, and question/sharing time with Bonnie.  \nThis retreat is being offered online.  The Zoom link and schedule will be emailed to participants prior to the retreat. \nPrerequisite:  Regular practice of Centering Prayer or its equivalent. \nPlease register online here at Holy Spirit Retreat Center\nAny questions or for more information\, please contact Linda Snow\, CSJ\, at srlinda.snow@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234733Z
UID:102001-1603440000-1604163600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis 8 day intensive/post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat at the Trappist Abbey in Oregon begins at 5 pm Friday\, May 8 and ends May 15 after breakfast. The cost is $650. \nFor further information or registration contact Patricia Lacy at patricia.a.lacy@gmail.com or 541-207-8895. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Guadalupe Trappist Abbey\, 9200 NE Abbey Road\, OR\, 97127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Lacy":MAILTO:patricia.a.lacy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201022T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200921T210935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T210935Z
UID:108673-1603391400-1603400400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:A Contemplative Approach to Following your Inner Guidance
DESCRIPTION:In this single-evening class\, Dr. Reynold Ruslan Feldman\, the author of six books on practical wisdom\, will help us understand what wisdom is\, how we can tap into the aquafer of holy wisdom that lies deep within each of us\, and how we can follow its guidance. Using both Centering Prayer and several free-writing exercises\, he will open us to the only partially discovered riches of our true selves\, our birthright wisdom. Bring with you\, life experience\, curiosity\, a willingness to follow the promptings of the Spirit\, a notebook or paper\, and pens or pencils. \nReynold Ruslan Feldman\, Ph.D.\, is a “pro-tired” English professor\, dean\, and academic vice-president. He is also the author of 10 books\, the majority of which are on practical wisdom. The most recent\, Wisdom for Living-Learning to Follow Your Inner Guidance\, co-authored with Sharon Clark\, was published in July 2019 by John Hunt Publishing\, England. Besides three degrees from Yale\, Reynold has studied at Heidelberg University\, Germany\, and has taught in Germany\, Denmark\, and Indonesia as well as the United States. He is a 59-year practitioner of the Subud Spiritual Program and has studied Centering Prayer with both Fr. Keating and Sr. Joan Tuberty\, OSF. A linguist\, Reynold speaks eight languages. He currently lives with his wife\, Dr. Cedar Barstow\, in Boulder\, Colorado\, where they are members of St. John’s Episcopal Church. \n  \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/a-contemplative-approach-to-following-your-inner-guidance/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200903T164626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T164626Z
UID:108262-1602923400-1602952200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Key Contemplative Ancestors: Eckhart\, Hadewijch\, Mechthild\, Porete
DESCRIPTION:Meister Eckhart\, the most quoted Christian mystic of our time\, actually lived 1260-1327. Surprisingly for medieval times\, he was dramatically influenced by women mystics of his time. Though a world-class philosopher and popular preacher\, Eckhart shared their passion that people not just believe right ideas about God\, but also have a deep\, real experience of God. Our workshop will engage the inspiring lives and teachings of Eckhart and these heroic women as well as providing time for contemplative prayer and rich dialogue. \nThis will be presented live as well as over Zoom! \nRickey Cotton\, Ed.D.\, is a spiritual director and presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina and on faculty for the Living Flame program of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd. As a leader of workshops and retreats\, he presents around the country on such topics as John of the Cross\, The Desert Mothers and Fathers\, Divine Therapy\, and Meister Eckhart. Now Professor Emeritus\, for over 30 years Rickey taught English and Religion at Southeastern University in central Florida.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/key-contemplative-ancestors-eckhart-hadewijch-mechthild-porete/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201017T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200909T194154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T194210Z
UID:108476-1602921600-1602954000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Listening and Leading From Within with Susan Kaplan
DESCRIPTION:An Introductory Retreat to Nonviolent Communication with Four Practice Sessions\nOffered on Zoom\n\nUnlearning habitual communication patterns\, which continually separate you from yourself (self criticism) and others (anger\, resentment\, loneliness\, etc.)\, opens up space to simultaneously learn new ways of compassionate beingness. Here we shift from profound disconnections towards a higher quality of interconnection in our daily communication — lived compassion. In the retreat\, introduction to the inspirational teachings and spiritual practices from Jewish Mysticism and Nonviolent Communication (Marshall Rosenberg’s work)\, you will learn to deepen your compassion practice. The practices taught include an overview of the four basic skills of Nonviolent Communication of Observation. \nThe retreat will be followed by a four week series on Wednesdays\, October 21-November 11\, 6:30-9:00 p.m.\, with practice sessions to deepen our communal learning and apply the principles and practices in our daily lives. \nPlease see the event web link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/listening-and-leading-from-within-with-susan-kaplan/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201016T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234734Z
UID:102002-1602835200-1603126800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Anyone with an established Centering Prayer practice is invited to participate in a Centering Prayer Weekend retreat. The retreat serves as a way to go deeper in your prayer practice plus spend time in silence and solitude while in community. Several periods of Centering Prayer each day allows time for rest and walking in the Benet Hill Monastery forest in the Black Forest of Colorado Springs\, CO. The retreat begins with arrival at 3pm Friday\, October 16 continuing with dinner at 5pm and orientation at 7pm. The methods of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina will be reviewed. The retreat concludes with a video teaching from Fr. Thomas Keating. Departure on Sunday\, October 18 is at 3pm. \nCost: $250 with a non-refundable deposit of $50 due with registration. \nBenet Hill Retreat Center in the Black Forest of Colorado Springs\n	Retreat Details: All bedrooms are private with shared bathrooms. Space is limited to 9 retreatants plus the team. Meals will be shared with the Sisters of Benet Hill. \nRetreat team: Leslee Anne Terpay and Sr. Therese O'Grady \nPlease see the flyer below under "additional information" for more details and registration information.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Benet Hill Monastery\, 3190 Benet Lane\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80921\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Therese O%E2%80%9A%C3%84%C3%B4Grady":MAILTO:Stherese@benethillmonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201010T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200921T210620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T210620Z
UID:108679-1602320400-1602331200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Fruits of Contemplative Prayer and Rewiring the Brain
DESCRIPTION:Imagine you want an electrical outlet underneath your coffee table for a new lamp. To add this outlet\, you will have to spend some time under the floor\, find a circuit you can tie into\, string a new wire\, and fasten it to the floor support. Then you will have to cut a hole in the floor\, mount a box and attach the wires to the new outlet under the table. Adding this floor plug will take you a minimum of several hours and a considerable amount of effort. The fruits of this labor will be a direct path for the electricity when you want your coffee table lit. Installing a new outlet in your house is an excellent metaphor for rewiring our brain using contemplative prayer. \nWe are all born with a brain that reacts and sometimes those reactions cause us unnecessary suffering. Frequently\, we then inflict that suffering on others with our words and actions. Contemplative prayer rewires our brain for wisdom\, understanding and grace. These fruits will lessen our suffering and improve our lives as well as the lives of those around us. This class will provide you with a new way to look at Centering Prayer by seeing how your brain reacts automatically because of the wires we already have and how it responds after contemplation because of the wires we grow through meditation. \nThere will be a short presentation and then some simple group activities so you can experience what you learned. The morning will conclude with a guided music contemplative practice.\nYou may know Blair Ashby as the man who records the Annual Conferences and Fall Mini-Retreats at the Center. Additionally\, he records for Spiritual Direction of Colorado and does editing work for Sounds True. Blair also teaches classes on Communication and Self-Awareness at Rocky Mountain Electrical Training Institute. From his work with these spiritual organizations over the past 26 years\, and the many spiritual teachers he now calls friends\, Blair has found that profound spiritual growth flourishes when education and experience are combined. He unifies stories\, humor and experiential activities to aid your development and offer you possibilities for communion and growth. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/fruits-of-contemplative-prayer-and-rewiring-the-brain/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201010T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234734Z
UID:102003-1602316800-1602522000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Two-day in-town Centering Prayer Commuter Retreat	"Celebrating Life"\n	Led by Fr Carl Arico\n	The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX.  \nIt will take place on Sat from 8:30am to 4:00pm and will continue on Sun from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Retreatants sleep at home and return the next day. Each day will include multiple prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \nCost is $75. Please bring your own lunch; scholarships may be available.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-6/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201003T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201003T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T201524Z
UID:102004-1601715600-1601728200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer\, Introductory Program
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Bob Blair and Pippa Currey \nSaturday\, October 3\, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (Pacific Daylight Time)\n(Zoom in at 8:50 am) \nContemplative Prayer is God’s personal and unique gift to each of us. If we are open to this gift\, it will profoundly affect our lives and relationships\, to God\, others\, and our 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. Participates will need to download Zoom for free at https://zoom.us. The Zoom link will be emailed to participates prior to the workshop. For more information\, email Pippa Currey at pbcurreysd@gmail.com or Linda Snow\, CSJ\, at srlinda.snow@gmail.com. \nFee: $35.00 \nPlease register online here.  Scroll down to the October 3 workshop and click on Register button by October 1.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-program-2/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200903T183212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T183212Z
UID:108330-1601213400-1601220600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 to 30 minutes. \nIt is rooted in the self-emptying love that forms the heart of Jesus’ teaching and life. The effect on those who practice it is an ever-increasing awareness of God’s action and presence in the course of ordinary life. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather it casts a new light and depth of meaning on them. It is at the same time a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. This method of prayer is a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with him. \nIn this introductory workshop\, led by the Rev. Tom Ward\, participants will learn the method and principles of this prayer practice and have the opportunity to experience this ancient method in a quiet\, reflective atmosphere. \nThis event takes place via Zoom; to participate\, you must have internet access and a computer or tablet with an internet connection.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200917T192914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T192915Z
UID:108647-1601211600-1601226000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Series (ONLINE)
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Online Introductory Series \nFirst meeting Sunday September 27\, 2020\, 1-5 pm (Pacific time zone)\nFollow up meetings: Sundays October 4\, October 11\, & October 25\, 1-4 pm (Pacific time zone)\nCost: $85 for the series of four sessions (First Session only\, $40) \n“Be still and know that I am God.” \nAre you feeling a desire to deepen your prayer or to learn about the Christian contemplative path? \nThis online introduction to Centering Prayer includes instruction\, group practice\, and opportunity for discussion and questions. \nCentering Prayer is a method of prayer which prepares us to more fully receive the gift of God’s presence. This is traditionally called contemplative prayer. Contemplative prayer is the opening of mind and heart–our whole being–to God\, the Ultimate Mystery\, beyond thoughts\, words and emotions. Centering Prayer facilitates the movement from more active modes of prayer–verbal\, mental\, or affective prayer–into a receptive prayer of resting in God. It emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God. \n~~~ \nMarty Badgett has been practicing Centering Prayer for the past 25 years. He has facilitated introductory workshops\, retreats\, and days of prayer for many years. He is currently the Northwest Bay Area Contemplative Outreach coordinator. \nCatherine Regan\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director\, retired psychologist\, and adjunct staff member at Mercy Center\, primarily serving on the Centering Prayer team. She has a special interest in fostering contemplative practices so urgently needed at this time in our world. \nJoy Andrews Hayter\, Ph.D. is a spiritual director dedicated to fostering Centering Prayer and other contemplative practices 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. \nTo register for this program\, please go to\nwww.mercy-center.org or call 650-340-7474.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-series-online/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Cristina Esguerra":MAILTO:registration@mercywmw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200926T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200921T211146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200921T211214Z
UID:108669-1601110800-1601125200@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Wisdom Begins in Wonder and Awe
DESCRIPTION:There are two books of scripture: Nature and the Bible. The wonder of creation demands and teaches us to see and believe that everything is a miracle and calls us into mystery\, awe\, silence\, and surrender to the vastness beyond oneself. Per Richard Rohr\, “Creation is our first and final cathedral. Nature is the one song of praise that never stops singing.” Being present to the wonder and awe in nature awakens the mind\, triggers curiosity and transforms the isolated self into the integrated\, contemplative self. The topic will explore the scientific evidence that nature is transformative and healing for a society with nature deprivation disorder and technology driven narcissism. Integration of nature in daily life is a research proven well-being skill and a contemplative practice. \nDr. Christine O’Brien (Travers) has been involved with Contemplative Outreach since 1992. As a doctor for 37 years she has seen the powerful effects of spiritual belief on health. As a mother of seven children she knows the challenges of nurturing a family with loving kindness and compassion. As Medical Director of Whole Health Program for the Cheyenne VA\, she uses research on neuroscience to validate and teach veterans about the human ability to transform in mind\, body and soul with contemplative practice. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/wisdom-begins-in-wonder-and-awe/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terri Murphy":MAILTO:tmurphy@centeringprayer.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200926T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234735Z
UID:102005-1601107200-1601139600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. \nRegistration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \n	There is a suggested love offering of $10. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-7/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200721T215354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T022121Z
UID:106753-1600905600-1601683199@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:9-Day Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat will be offered online using Zoom. Everyone will participate in prayer\, videos\, and group sessions on Zoom. You may reside at the Mercy Center as an individual retreatant or in your own home or other lodging.\nPre-requisite: Prior attendance at an 8-10 day Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat. \nThis retreat offers two tracks simultaneously: Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive. You choose the track that works best for you. Centering Prayer periods for both tracks will be 30 minutes. Advanced Intensive will watch 30-minute videos. Post Intensive has no videos and two additional periods of Centering Prayer. \nLectio Divina and a contemplative service will be offered daily\, as well as optional individual soul friending with the staff. Throughout the retreat\, we will be in silence. \nThe retreat will be facilitated by Susan Turpin\, Leslee Terpay\, and Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI. Susan\, Leslee\, and Fr. Bill have served within the Contemplative Outreach community for many years and led many Centering Prayer retreats and workshops.\nRetreat begins Thursday\, September 24th with check-in starting at 5:00pm; orientation at 7:00pm; ends Friday\, October 2nd after lunch. \nFor more information\, contact Susan Turpin at 541-324-1207 or slturpin@me.com or Leslee Terpay at (720) 315-8120 or co-leslee@comcast.net. To register: 530-887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T015920
CREATED:20200513T234735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234735Z
UID:102008-1600675200-1601312400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Intensive Retreats\nIntensive Retreats provide an opportunity to immerse participants in the practice of Centering Prayer\, as taught by Contemplative Outreach.  Throughout the retreat experience one becomes more immersed in the conceptual background of the spiritual practice. \nThe Intensive Retreat includes up to three hours of Centering Prayer and a DVD about the spiritual journey each day. Soul friending with the staff can be scheduled. An established practice in daily centering prayer of at least 6 months is highly recommended. \nCentering Prayer Post Intensive Retreats\nPost Intensive Retreats provide an opportunity for even more intensive Centering Prayer\, solitude and silence in community.  The Post Intensive is much more silent\, in that no DVDs are shown\, and it includes up to five hours of Centering Prayer daily.  Most days are spent in "grand silence\," when you are asked not to speak or make eye contact. Most Post Intensive retreatants have been doing Centering Prayer for a year or more and have also experienced a previous Intensive Retreat\, so the silence can be very deep. \nBefore attending one of these retreats\, one should have an established daily practice of Centering Prayer for at least six months to a year.  It is assumed one has a foundation fairly well in place and the focus of the retreats is on the refinement of Centering Prayer practice itself. \nRetreat Leaders\nSusan Rush (Santa Fe\, NM) Susan has been serving in the field of health care throughout her adult life. She has been involved with Contemplative Outreach for about three decades. Susan was the founding coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of New Mexico\, and served on the governing board of CO\, Ltd for ten years. Currently she serves as a spiritual director and retreat facilitator. Susan is a presenter for the Living Flame program and the Servant Leadership Program. She serves on the Retreat Service team for Contemplative Outreach Ltd. She continues to serve us here in NM. The opportunity to serve in Contemplative Outreach communities has been a great gift in her life. \nDenise Tierney (Rio Rancho\, NM) Denise’s career in Rehabilitation/Mental Health services spanned 40 years. She facilitated At Home Retreats in NY prior to moving to NM. She was introduced to Centering Prayer in 1994. She is the current Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach NM\, a Commissioned Presenter for Centering Prayer and a Group facilitator.    \nSchedule and Cost\nThe retreat begins with dinner on Monday September 21\, 2020 and closes Sunday morning\, September 27\, 2020 by 11:00 a.m. The fee of $725 includes the retreat\, meals and a single room with centrally located shower/baths. There is a sink in each room. \nQueen bed with private bath – $815 (2 available)\n	Queen bed with shared bath – $770 (4 available) \nFor 2 folks in a Queen room there is the additional cost of meals for the second person. \nReservations will be taken in the order in which they are received. \nA $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required with registration. \nRegistration begins March 1\, 2020. Full payment is due by August 21\, 2020. \nDownload Registration Flyer
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-5/
LOCATION:The Bosque Retreat Center\, 6400 Coors Blvd\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Denise Tierney or Connie Medhara":MAILTO:conm2016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200919T180000
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SUMMARY:8-day Silent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Contemplative Outreach and Contemplative Outreach Kansas City invite you to spend a beautiful Autumn week at Saint Benedict Center (Schuyler Nebraska)\, Maybe it’s just what you need! If you’ve never attended an 8-day silent retreat maybe now is the time! With all that is happening it might be the perfect time to get away from the anxiety-producing situations that surround you and spend a quiet\, restful week in the embrace of God\, initiated by a gentle stirring of love. \nSaint Benedict Center in Schuyler\, Nebraska is a beautiful and safe place to be in a socially-distancing community and still enjoy spacious freedom to commune with God. We will of course\, follow all the coronavirus protocol (answering medical questions\, taking temperatures\, wearing masks in public areas\, plated meals instead of buffet\, no visitors to the monastery). \nWe will use the classic book\, The Cloud of Unknowing\, for our readings and reflections. We recommend reading it before coming. \nThis retreat is co-sponsored by Nebraska Contemplative Outreach and Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. \nRegistration: nebraskacontemplativeoutreach.org \nWe begin Saturday\, September 19th with the evening meal and end Saturday after lunch\, Sept. 26th.\nCost: $650.\n(A dedicated Centering Prayer practice and attendance at a weekend silent retreat are recommended prior to a week-long retreat.) \n“If you strive to fix your love on him forgetting all else\, which is the work of contemplation I have urged you to begin\, I am confident that God in his goodness will bring you to a deep experience of himself.”\n– The Cloud of Unknowing\, ch. 3
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/8-day-silent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Saint Benedict’s Monastery Spirituality Center\, 104 Chapel Lane\, Saint Joseph\, MN\, 563784-2020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Contemplative Outreach":MAILTO:Cathy.c@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T113000
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UID:107970-1600509600-1600515000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Rest in God\, Rest in Being
DESCRIPTION:In contemplative spirituality\, God is seen as the “Ground of Being\,” the ultimate source of all that is. \nPrayer and meditation are ways of learning to return to the simplicity of this ground\, our ground\, learning to rest in God by “just being.” \nJoin this 1.5 hour workshop over Zoom to explore Centering Prayer as a path into resting in God and the “Ground of Being” itself. \nSeptember 19th\, 10:00-11:30am Eastern Time (New York)\nSee details and register here: https://keith-kristich.ck.page/e708f41f97
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/rest-in-god-rest-in-being/
LOCATION:Online Zoom\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich":MAILTO:keith@keithkristich.com
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