Contemplative Outreach, Ltd.

Centering Prayer Retreat
2019-08-24 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | IHM Retreat Center, 50 Mt Carmel Rd, Santa Fe, NM, 87505, United States
A Day of Centering Prayer
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
To register email conm2016@gmail.com or call 505-328-8300
Suggested donation $45 includes lunch

Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
2019-08-24 08:00 - 17:00 | St Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 164 Fairview Road, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
This class provides an opportunity to learn about Centering Prayer or to renew and deepen your practice – to be with God beyond concepts, words and images; listening with “the ear of the heart”. In addition to this Class, at no additional cost, continuing sessions are offered to help you establish and deepen a daily practice. More information will be provided after you register.
Rev. Dr. Brad Smith will present the class. He has served as Co-Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of Piedmont NC. He is the Senior Associate Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Charlotte, NC and facilitates a Weekly Centering Prayer group there. He’s co-founder and co-convener of The Inner Room, a Centering Prayer retreat group specifically for clergy in the Diocese of NC. Brad is on staff at St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayers Center for Spiritual Development where he leads 8-day Centering Prayer Retreats.
Register at: https://copnc.org/event/centering-prayer-class/

Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-22 08:00 - 2019-08-26 17:00 | St. Lawrence Retreat Center, 180 Sargent Ave, Beacon, NY, 12508, United States
Four Day Post-Intensive Retreat August 22 – 25, 2019
Provides opportunity for intensive Centering Prayer, solitude and stilnness in community. Prior Centering Prayer retreat experience necessary.
St. Lawrence Retreat Center, Beacon, NY
Staff: Fr. Bill Sheehan, Therese Saulnier
The St. Lawrence Retreat Center is located on 25 beautiful acres in Beacon, NY, just one and one-half hours north of New York City. The center is off Route I-84, and is accessible to Stewart Airport and the Beacon, NY train station. The newly renovated, fully accessible facility has an elevator, wide hallways and flat, easily walkable grounds, ensuring that people of all ages and physical abilities can enjoy this sacred space.
The Center can accommodate up to 20 guests, including handicap accessible rooms and bathrooms. Every room has a private bathroom and individual climate control.

Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-16 08:00 - 2019-08-23 17:00 | Sisters of St. Benedict at St. Mary Monastery, 2200 88th Avenue West, Rock Island, IL, 61201-7649, United States
"THE DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL": The Night of Sense, The Night of Spirit
“How gently and lovingly You wake in my heart,
Where in secret You dwell alone;
And in your sweet breathing, filled with good and glory,
How tenderly You swell my heart with love……. John of The Cross
The Dark Night is a metaphor and often misunderstood. It simply means that the human mind is unable to grasp the transformative work that God is effecting in the deepest recesses of the soul. It is like a ‘darkness’ to our human understanding. In this weekend retreat, we will explore how St. John of The Cross charts the fundamental journey of the human spirit where no words satisfy. The Night of Sense and Night of Spirit proves an inner landscape of the soul, a geography of the soul that presents the human experience of being wounded and simultaneously, the experience of being healed by the divine physician. The ’dark nights’ are an amazing story of grace and human development as told in these images. This journey provides inspired insight into our contemporary contemplative journey. The weekend will allow time for presentation, small group process, periods of silence and Centering Prayer in contemplative community. Some knowledge of Centering Prayer will be helpful but not required.
Presenter: Susan Komis.
Fri. Aug. 16 (Arrival: 4:30 pm; Soup Supper: 5:30 pm; Retreat opening: 7 pm)–Sun. Aug.18, 1 pm;
Fee: Register and pay in full by July 16: $245. Registrations and payments after July 16: $260.
THE CENTERING PRAYER POST INTENSIVE RETREAT is an opportunity for more extensive periods of Centering Prayer to deepen the personal practice of contemplative prayer. The post-intensive retreat focuses more on complete silence for the duration of the retreat with no educational component presented. All meals are silent with no conversation. A minimum of one-year regular practice of Centering Prayer is a prerequisite to attend a post-intensive retreat. Facilitator: Susan Komis. Sun. Aug. 18 (Arrival: 6-6:45 pm; retreat opening: 7 pm)–Fri. Aug. 23, 4 pm;
Fee: Register and pay in full by July 18: $500. Registrations and payments after July 18: $515.
COMBINE THE TWO RETREATS: Fri. Aug. 16 (Arrival: 4:30 pm; Soup Supper: 5:30 pm; Retreat opening: 7 pm)–Fri. Aug. 23, 4 pm; Fee: Register and pay in full by July 16: $690. Registrations and payments after July 16; $710.

Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
2019-08-16 08:00 - 2019-08-19 17:00 | Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center, 167 Neck Road, Madison, CT, 06443-0191, United States
Weaving a Nest for Stillness: A Contemplative Weekend Friday, August 16 to Sunday, August 18
This contemplative silent retreat invites you to engage with the Sacred in nature and to rest in body and rest "in the grace of the world." Anchored in Centering Prayer, the weekend will offer terra divina, a labyrinth walk, and a communal service on Saturday evening. There will also be ample time to explore the grounds, read, journal, do artwork or simply breathe in the beauty of Long Island Sound. Cost of the retreat, for a single room with private bath, is $360.
Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center
167 Neck Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
For more information or to register, contact Rosemary Jones in Guest Services, rosemary@mercybythesea.org or 203.245.0401, ext. 114.

Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-15 08:00 - 2019-08-23 17:00 | Benet Hill Monastery, 3190 Benet Lane, Colorado Springs, CO, 80921, United States
The Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. There are seven 30-minute periods of Centering Prayer daily. Participants observe Grand Silence for six days of the retreat. The evening gathering will offer a time of praying Holy Scripture in the Lectio Divina method. Retreat leaders are available for soul-friending. Previous participation in an 8- or 10-Day Intensive Retreat is recommended.
Centering Prayer 8-day Post-Intensive begins with dinner on Thursday, August 15 and concludes with prayer and breakfast on Thursday, August 22, 2019.
Cost: $750 with a non-refundable deposit of $100 due with registration.
Please click below on "Additional Information" to download the retreat registration flier.
Retreat Team: Sr. Therese O'Grady and Leslee Anne Terpay
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Benet Hill Retreat Center 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.

Centering Prayer Retreat
2019-08-14 08:00 - 2019-08-19 17:00 | Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame, CA, 94010, United States
Introductory Wisdom School Part A: A Wisdom Way of Knowing
August 14 – 18, 2019
Begins Wednesday at 6:00pm with dinner.
Concludes Sunday at 4:00pm
“Wisdom Schools are a format for integral learning that’s based in some of the deepest roots for transformation and change in the Christian tradition. Wisdom schools are about awakening the yearning for a different kind of presence in the world and then developing the skills and the knowledge base to apply that, to transform your own life and the life of people around you.”
—Cynthia Bourgeault
This Introductory Wisdom School will set the foundation for the importance of wisdom schools in our era. Using Cynthia Bourgeault’s e-course teachings, together we will explore our three centers of intelligence, the Rule of St. Benedict, and the Wisdom tradition as the Way of the Heart so that we might show up in the world as more conscious planetary servants.
Heather, Catherine, and Joy will facilitate the integration of Cynthia’s transmissions and invite a ‘wisdom way of knowing’ through a daily rhythm of periods of video teaching from Cynthia, Centering Prayer, mindful work, mindful movement, sharing, and contemplative free time.
Facilitators:
Heather Ruce, M.A. is a spiritual director and meditation teacher. She leads monthly Wisdom Practice Circles desiring to help others wake up to a different kind of presence. She has been trained as a therapist and in a mindfulness and somatic based approach to trauma healing.
Catherine Regan, Ph.D. is a spiritual director, clinical psychologist, and Centering Prayer coordinator at Mercy Center. She has a special interest in contemplative practices and the benefits of these practices in our individual and collective lives at this time in our world.
Joy 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.
Please register at www.mercy-center.org or telephone 650-340-7474.

Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
2019-08-10 08:00 - 2019-08-12 17:00 | Church of Conscious Harmony, 7406 Newhall Lane, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
Two-day in-town Centering Prayer Commuter Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin, TX. It will take place on Sat from 8:30am to 4:00pm and will continue on Sun from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Retreatants sleep at home and return the next day. Each day will include multiple prayer periods, Lectio Divina, the option of a Fr. Keating video or prayer periods in the afternoon, silence and solitude, and faith sharing.
Cost is $100- lunch is included each day; scholarships may be available.
Please pre-register by contacting the church at 512-347-9673.

Centering Prayer as the 11th Step Retreat
2019-08-09 08:00 - 2019-08-12 17:00 | Our Lady of the Prairie, 2664 145th Ave, Wheatland, IA, 52777, United States
August 9-11, Fri 5:00pm‚ÄìSun 11:00am
Rev. Paul Witmer
Fee $125
‚ÄúSought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God . . .‚Äù
On this weekend Centering Prayer Retreat, we will explore CP as an integral part of your 12 step recovery program. Some prior knowledge or practice of CP or other silent meditation practice is desirable, but not required. You can learn Centering Prayer and deepen your practice either way. This retreat is 12-step supported and will include at least one (open) 12-step meeting.
To Register Contact:
Margaret Kruse, OSFOur Lady of the Prairie RetreatOffice: 563-374-1092Cell: 414-640-1491Register: 563-336-8414http://www.chmiowa.org

Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-08 08:00 - 2019-08-12 17:00 | St. Lawrence Retreat Center, 180 Sargent Ave, Beacon, NY, 12508, United States
Four Day Post-Intensive Retreat August 8 – 11, 2019
Provides opportunity for intensive Centering Prayer, solitude and stillness in community. Prior Centering Prayer retreat experience necessary.
St. Lawrence Retreat Center, Beacon, NY
Staff: Therese Saulnier
The St. Lawrence Retreat Center is located on 25 beautiful acres in Beacon, NY, just one and one-half hours north of New York City. The center is off Route I-84, and is accessible to Stewart Airport and the Beacon, NY train station. The newly renovated, fully accessible facility has an elevator, wide hallways and flat, easily walkable grounds, ensuring that people of all ages and physical abilities can enjoy this sacred space.
The Center can accommodate up to 20 guests, including handicap accessible rooms and bathrooms. Every room has a private bathroom and individual climate control.

Centering Prayer Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-04 08:00 - 2019-08-12 17:00 | Bethany Retreat Center, 1031 Germania Rd, Frenchville, PA, 16836, United States
8-Day POST Intensive Contemplative Prayer Retreat
August 4-11, 2019 (Sun. to Sun)
Facilitators: Sr. Rita Panciera, Sr. Ruth Ann Madera & Fr. Philip Billotte
The purpose of the retreat is to assist the participants in entering into a more intimate silence in a nurturing, supportive environment that combines both solitude and community. The Post Intensive is a next step into a profound silence and stillness in order to facilitate a more intimate union with God.
Requirements for making the post-intensive retreat
Be regular practitioners of Centering Prayer
Have made a 5 day or longer intensive retreat prior to making the post-intensive retreat
Massage therapist available – not included in the cost.
Arrival: 5pm & Supper at 6pm ~ Departure: 11am, Sunday
Offering:
$490 for Private Room
Deposit: $150 non-refundable

Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-08-04 08:00 - 2019-08-12 17:00 | St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development, 770 St. Mary's Lane, TN, 37375, United States
This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week-long experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence, solitude and community.
The retreat offers two tracks. The Intensive Track is recommended for people who have completed the Introductory Workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The Post-Intensive Track is for those people who have previously made an eight-day Intensive Retreat. The Post-Intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both the Intensive and Post-Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat provide daily experiences of silence, solitude, walking, hiking, yoga, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life.
The Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel, teaching Centering Prayer and leading retreats.
The Anna Guest House is currently full for this event; rooms are available in St. Mary's Hall. Please contact our reservations desk if you have questions about lodging.

Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
2019-08-03 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development, 770 St. Mary's Lane, TN, 37375, United States
Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It 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.
In this introductory workshop led by 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.
The Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel, teaching Centering Prayer, and leading retreats.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, August 3, 2019
$65 fee includes lunch
For more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org

Centering Prayer as the 11th Step Retreat
2019-07-27 08:00 - 2019-08-01 17:00 | The Priory Spirituality Center, 500 College Street NE, Lacey, WA, 98516, United States
11th-Step Silent Centering Prayer Retreat Saturday July 27th 2019 10 AM – Wednesday July 31 2019 2 PM
The Priory Spirituality Center, 500 College St. NE, Lacey, WA 98516-5339
This retreat provides profound silence to deepen your Centering Prayer practice through multiple daily periods of Centering Prayer, meditative walking and Father Thomas Keating’s teachings on the contemplative dimension of the 12 Steps. There will be two 12-Step meetings during the course of the retreat.
See attached flyer below under "additional information" for more information and registration.

Centering Prayer Retreat
2019-07-26 08:00 - 2019-08-01 17:00 | Cedarbrake Renewal Center, 5602 Hwy 317, Belton, TX, 76513, United States
6-day Centering Prayer Retreat. Includes a very spacious schedule with three hours of Centering Prayer each day, delicious meals, beautiful grounds and either double or private rooms with private bath.
The cost of the retreat is $595 and a deposit is required to reserve your space.

Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat
2019-07-20 08:00 - 2019-07-27 17:00 | House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center, 171 Hummingbird Lane, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
Reclaim your spiritual identity: Centering Prayer Intensive
Presented by Fr. Jos. Tharakan and Dr. Catherine Crews
For more information, please see the flyer below under "additional information."

Special Event
2019-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Walburga Monastery, 851 N. Broad Street, NJ, 7649, United States
Contemplative Outreach of NJ Presents
Merton and Me: A Living Trinity
Written and Presented by Douglas Hertler AKA Doug Lory
July 20, 2019
St. Walburga Monastery, 851 North Broad St., Elizabeth, NJ
Registration and coffee: 9:00 A.M. – Program starts at 9:30 A.M.; ends at 3:00 P.M.
The program will include two periods of Centering Prayer, followed by a performance, Q&A, short lunch break and reflection
Please bring a bag lunch
Fee: $30; Seniors: $20
For further information about this event, please see the flyer below under "additional information" or contact Therese Saulnier at 201-436-8256 or lectio844@hotmail.com
Testimonials:
“A powerful interplay between the true self (who I am), the false self (who I project myself to be or the only self I know myself to be) and the voice of Thomas Merton (a voice of wisdom) challenging me to be the self I am called to be – the transformed self. Superbly acted, mirroring the complexity of the human person, celebrating the role of the wisdom person who we need to meet in our lives. Doug challenges us to find that person.”
– Fr. Carl Arico
“Doug’s ability to weave Merton’s brilliance into his own life experience is professional, moving and insightful”
– Teresa Scott
“Doug Lory has created a contemporary Seven Story Mountain in theatrical form”
– Dr. Carol Joyce

Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
2019-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development, 770 St. Mary's Lane, TN, 37375, United States
Centering Prayer is a form of Christian silent mediation where one lets go of thoughts during periods of prayer typically lasting 20 minutes. It 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.
In this introductory workshop led by 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.
The Rev. Tom Ward is the retired university chaplain at the University of the South and now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel, teaching Centering Prayer, and leading retreats.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, July 20, 2019
$60 fee includes lunch
For more information go to <www.stmaryssewanee.org>.

Centering Prayer Retreat
2019-07-19 08:00 - 2019-07-22 17:00 | Ignatius Jesuit Retreat House, 6700 Riverside Dr. NW, GA, 30328, United States
Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21, 2019 Centering Prayer Retreat
Directed by Cathy Hightower, Mark Dannenfelser and Maggie Winfrey
Delve into a deeply spiritual experience growing closer to God on a two-night Centering Prayer retreat. Transform and deepen your relationship with God through Centering Prayer. Renew your mind by absorbing the wisdom of mystical masters. Open and refresh your center with gentle yoga. Discover the healing benefits of mindful walking on beautiful natural trails. Centering Prayer is a method that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplation by cultivating interior silence and purity of heart. Centering Prayer was distilled from the profound and ancient teachings of the Christian contemplative heritage first evident in the early Desert Fathers and Mothers. The method, as taught by Trappist monk, Fr. Thomas Keating, O.C.S.O., uses silence and attention to encourage the development of alert receptivity of God’s presence and action within. An atmosphere of silence will be maintained during the retreat.
Please see the flyer below under "Additional Information."
To register, go to
https://www3.thedatabank.com/dpg/473/donate.asp?formid=Enrichment&c=587664

Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-07-14 08:00 - 2019-07-22 17:00 | Portiuncula Center for Prayer, IL, United States
Please see the flyer below under "Additional Information."

Centering Prayer Retreat
2019-07-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Church of Conscious Harmony, 7406 Newhall Lane, Austin, TX, 78746, United States
Half-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin, TX.
Registration begins at 12:30 pm and the program begins at 1:00pm, concluding at 5:00pm.
There is a suggested Love Offering of $10; please pre-register.

Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
2019-07-05 08:00 - 2019-07-08 17:00 | Garrison Institute, 14 Mary's Way, Route 9D, Garrison, NY, 10524, United States
Centering Prayer: A Summer Intensive
A time apart to listen, to reflect, to be still and refresh the soul. Within a container of deep silence, we will to know how contemplative prayer unfolds to a way of life.
-Showing of Silence and Centering Prayer by Thomas Keating
-Teachings on how Centering Prayer moves into contemplative prayer and surrender to the will of God … becoming a way of life
-intensive experience in practicing Center Prayer
-the practice of Lectio Divina
-daily prayerful movement
-opportunity to meet with retreats leaders for spiritual companioning (Gail Fitzpatrick-Hopler, Mary Anne Best and LeAnn Billups)
-silence and solitude
Retreatants will be given a copy of Centering Prayer, The Prayer of Consent which is part of the Contemplative Life Program.
For more information and to register, to here:
https://www.garrisoninstitute.org/event/mary-anne-best-and-gail-fitzpatrick-hopler-centering-prayer-a-summer-intensive/

Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-06-24 08:00 - 2019-07-01 17:00 | Knobs Haven Retreat Center, 515 Nerinx Road, Nerinx, KY, 40049, United States
An intensive retreat offers silence and solitude with several periods of Centering Prayer in community each day and video presentations that support Centering Prayer. Please see the flyer below under "Additional Information."

Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-06-23 08:00 - 2019-07-01 17:00 | Holy Spirit Retreat Center, 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, 91436, United States

Forgiveness Prayer Workshop
2019-06-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 867 Grays Woods Blvd, PA, 16870, United States
Come to the Forgiveness Prayer Workshop and explore the nature and practice of forgiveness.
Forgiveness is a way to open to God's healing presence and action when you are hurt, wounded or offended.
The Forgiveness Prayer is a prayer which God uses to teach us to forgive.
Presented by Carolyn Yankovitz and Nancy Cord-Baran.
1:00 – 3:30 pm
To register contact Nancy Cord-Baran, 814.237.1002 or ncb612@gmail.com.

Centering Prayer as the 11th-Step Workshop
2019-06-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 867 Grays Woods Blvd, PA, 16870, United States
This is an 11th-Step Workshop for people in 12-Step recovery who are looking for an 11th-Step practice.
We will teach the method of Centering Prayer as an 11th-Step practice.
From 10:00am to 3:00pm
To register contact Nancy Cord-Baran 814.237.1002 or ncb612@gmail.com.

Day of Enrichment
2019-06-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Holy Trinity Parish Center, 315 1st Street, Westfield, NJ, 7090, United States
Contemplative Outreach of New Jersey Presents a Centering Prayer Day
June 22, 2019
9:30 A.M. until 1:30 P.M.
The Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity Parish Center, Westfield, NJ
You are invited to a day of prayer with multiple periods of Centering Prayer, silent time, a viewing of a contemplative video, and a discussion of the video.
There will be a silent break from 11:30 A.M. until 12 Noon. Please bring a light lunch or snack. Beverages will be provided.
A free will offering is requested.
Please see the flyer below under "Additional Information." Contact Therese Saulnier at 201.436.8256 or at lectio844@hotmail.com to indicate the number of people who will be attending.
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Directions to The Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity Parish Center
Holy Trinity is located at 315 1st St. in Westfield, New Jersey.
Garden State Parkway to Exit 135 (Clark/Westfield)
Proceed West on Central Avenue (Follow Signs for Westfield/Garwood)
Go to the 5th Traffic Light on Central (Park Street)
Make Left onto Park Street
Go to 2nd STOP Sign (Westfield Avenue)
Make Right onto Westfield Avenue
Church is Approximately 500 Yards Down on the Left

Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
2019-06-21 08:00 - 2019-06-29 17:00 | St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development, 770 St. Mary's Lane, TN, 37375, United States
This retreat is an opportunity for practitioners of Centering Prayer to deepen their contemplative journey in the contemporary world. It is a week long experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence, solitude, and community. The cost of this retreat includes single room accommodations in the Anna House (new guest house with private baths in each room) or single rooms in St. Mary’s Hall with shared baths down the hall. For double occupancy pricing, please call.
The retreat offers two tracks. The intensive track is recommended for people who have completed the introductory workshop and who have a regular practice of Centering Prayer. The post-intensive track is for those people who have previously made an eight-day intensive retreat. The post-intensive offers increased silence and additional periods of Centering Prayer. Both the intensive and post-intensive Centering Prayer retreat provide daily experiences of silence, solitude, walking, hiking, yoga, and spiritual companionship to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life.
Scholarship assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact St. Mary’s Sewanee and let us know of your need.
The Rev. Brad Smith, PhD is an Episcopal priest serving at St. John’s Episcopal Church (Charlotte, NC). He has served as Co-Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Piedmont, NC and led numerous centering prayer support groups. He has also organized and facilitates a Centering Prayer group (“The Inner Room”) specifically for clergy in the Diocese of North Carolina, that they are nourished in the silence as they serve their parishes. Brad is particularly interested in exploring how parishes can be transformed through contemplative studies and practices. Brad is a Benedictine oblate with St. Gregory’s Abbey (Three Rivers, MI) and incorporates the Rule of Benedict in all aspects of his faith and ministry.
For more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org.

Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
2019-06-20 08:00 - 2019-06-24 17:00 | Hallelujah Farm, 98-42 Bradley Rd, NH, 3443, United States
The Embodied Heart: Finding Presence in Daily Life
June 20 – 23, 2019
Join us for a weekend retreat that offers a unique opportunity to explore and begin to develop a relationship with our heart. Through guided contemplative and body-based practices drawn from Taoism and Christianity, we will explore the space of our hearts in a variety of ways and contexts: from the depths of our prayer lives to chopping vegetables to conversation with one another. We will live within a rhythm of Centering Prayer, chanting, Lectio Divina as well as conscious practical work. There will be free time to rest or enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Farm.
For more information, please see the flyer below under "additional information."
Retreat Guides: Allen Bourque and Laura Ruth.
Allen is a long-time Centering Prayer practitioner, teaches tai chi at Brookline Tai Chi in Massachusetts and has been presenting workshops and retreats throughout New England for several years.
Retreat begins: Thursday, June 20th at 5:30pm with a light supper.
Retreat ends: Sunday, June 23rd at 1pm after brunch.
Cost: All are welcome at Hallelujah Farm and we are grateful for your support in the amount you feel you can afford. As a guideline, the suggested contribution for a shared room is $350 (includes a $75 deposit). Single rooms may be available upon request for a suggested contribution of $425 (includes $75 deposit).
Venue: Guests receive the generous hospitality of Sandy & Roger Daly of beautiful Hallelujah Farm. Most accommodations are in shared double rooms.
Information & Registration: Contact Laura Ruth at laurampruth@gmail.com.
In order to hold your place, the following deposit is requested: $75 due by June 6th

Day of Enrichment
2019-06-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center, 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, 6107, United States
Annual Day of Christian Contemplative Reflection – Entering the Nondual Heart of Christ: Christianity as Participatory Mystery
Annual Day of Christian Contemplative Reflection – Entering the Nondual Heart of Christ: Christianity as Participatory Mystery
This enriching day of contemplative retreat, prayer, teaching and community promotes going deeper into contemplative union with God and with one another.
We will explore ways of moving beyond a Christianity understood primarily as belief system, and instead will engage our principal doctrines of Trinity and Incarnation as participatory mysteries that Christ calls us to enter. We’ll give attention to the “unitive” or “nondual” dimension of Christian faith, the recovery of heart-centered Christian contemplative practice, and pioneering Christian voices such as Teilhard de Chardin and Raimon Panikkar.
Click here for more information and to register for this Annual Day Reflection.
Presented by: Rev. Matthew Wright
Rev. Matthew Wright, M.Div is an Episcopal priest, writer, and retreat leader working to renew the Christian Wisdom tradition. He serves as priest-in-charge at St. Gregory‚Äôs Episcopal Church in Woodstock, NY and is a teacher for Northeast Wisdom and The Contemplative Society, a non-profit rooted in the teaching lineage of Cynthia Bourgeault. Matthew lives with his wife, Yanick, alongside the brothers of Holy Cross Monastery in West Park, NY.
