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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:One-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. Registration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, the option of a Fr. Keating video or prayer period in the afternoon\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \nPlease bring your own lunch. There is a suggested love offering of $20. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-32/
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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SUMMARY:Day of Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION:  \nDeepening Your Prayer Life Workshop \n8:45 am to 12:30 pm \nIntroduction to a Contemplative Prayer Life\, including Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the flyer below under "additional information" for further details and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/day-of-contemplative-prayer-3/
LOCATION:Palmdale United Methodist Church\, 39055 10th Street West\, Palmdale\, CA\, 93551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Joanne Van Hook":MAILTO:joanne@ocspeakers.com
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Advanced Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Intensive provides an opportunity to deepen the practice of Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of profound silence and community support. There are seven 30-minute Centering Prayer periods daily. The prayer is supported with viewing some of the Fr. Thomas Keating’s updated The Spiritual Journey Parts 4 and 5 video series. The topics included are Contemplation: The Divine Therapy and Divine Love: The Heart of the Christian Spiritual Journey. Retreat leaders are available for soul-friending. Previous participation in an 8- or 10-day intensive retreat is suggested but not necessary. \nThis Centering Prayer 8-day Advanced-Intensive begins with dinner on Thursday\, January 16 and concludes with prayer and breakfast on Thursday\, January 23\, 2020. \nCost: $775 with a non-refundable deposit of $100 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-advanced-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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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:10:00 am – 3:00 pm \n  \nBe still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10 \n"Centering Prayer is a discipline to foster interior transformation\, initiated by God and leading\, if we consent\, to divine union. One’s way of seeing reality changes\, which empowers one to perceive and respond to everyday life with sensitivity to the dive presence in\, through and beyond everything." – Thomas Keating\, Open Heart Open Mind \nAbout the Event \nIn this session\, we will examine how Centering Prayer can deepen our relationship with God\, others and ourselves. We will learn the method of Centering Prayer and how to deal with our thoughts during the prayer period. There will be two periods of Centering Prayer and a time for questions. A boxed lunch will be served. \nIncluded in the Workshop is the opportunity to attend 6 continuing sessions and options to join a Centering Prayer to support your practice. \nPresenters \nDiane Popalis and Tom Benson\, Commissioned Presenters
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-15/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Episcopal Church\, 85 Conestoga Trail\, NJ\, 7871\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Day of Enrichment
DESCRIPTION:James Baldwin: Contemplative Prophet of Love – In this workshop\, we will explore the work of American writer and activist James Baldwin through the lens of mysticism\, prophecy\, and love. \n  \nJames Baldwin: Contemplative Prophet of Love\n	Saturday\, January 11\, 2020\n	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\n	Rev. Mark Longhurst \nIn this workshop\, we will explore the work of American writer and activist James Baldwin through the lens of mysticism\, prophecy\, and love. We’ll consider the Hebrew prophets as mystics\, James Baldwin as continuing the witness of prophecy\, and Baldwin’s reflections on racism fueled by the fierce vision of love that grounded his work. Included in the day are intentional practices of silence\, chanting Psalms\, and conscious dialogue. \nClick here for more information and to register for this workshop. \nRev. Mark Longhurst \nRev. Mark Longhurst is a writer and pastor of the First Congregational Church in the Berkshire hills of Williamstown\, MA. His deepest passion is to support the awakening and renewal of a justice-seeking contemplative vision for our own lives and time. He worked for activist organizations in the Boston area and earned an M.Div. at Harvard Divinity School but credits his study with Richard Rohr for setting his heart on fire with love for God through the Christian mystical tradition. He regularly blogs for Ordinary Mystic\, hosted by Patheos.com.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/day-of-enrichment-7/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Introductory Lectio Divina Workshop
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to a workshop on Lectio Divina on Saturday January 11th 2020. Location is St Gall’s Catholic Community\, 9 AM – 1 PM.  \nLectio Divina is an ancient contemplative way of praying the Scriptures.  Finding time each day to ponder the Scriptures\, to listen attentively with the ear of the heart and to allow the Word of God to speak to us\, leads us to discover the deeper meaning of Scripture and opens us to a deeper intimacy with God.  Reflection on the Word imprints the Word on one’s heart and slowly changes the way one perceives reality and how we respond to daily life.  It puts us in touch with the very ground of our being\, where we are one with God’s Spirit within us.  The transforming power of Lectio Divina frees us from our falsity and slowly draws us into our truth in the light of God’s Word.  Over time we are shaped into the word of God we were created to be. \nPlease reserve a place by registering with Therese (775) 901-3839 so that a handout will be available for you.  Coffee and tea will be provided\, however please bring something to share.  The workshop is provided free of charge. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introductory-lectio-divina-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Gall’s Catholic Community\, 1343 Centerville Lane\, Gardnerville\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Therese Coen":MAILTO:theresecoen@earthlink.net
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SUMMARY:The Centering Prayer Presenter Formation
DESCRIPTION:This Three-Day Presenter Formation Training is Phase One for those who are discerning a call to become Commissioned Presenters of the Introductory Workshop for Centering Prayer. It is hosted by Contemplative Outreach of Tampa Bay and will be led by Dr Christine Hoffman and Rev Stephen Hoffman who currently serve on the Presenter Formation Team.  Application Form can be found at centeringprayertampabay.com under Upcoming Events. For further information please call Rev Stephen Hoffman at 941-773-7008 or email stephen_palmetto@earthlink.net. 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-centering-prayer-presenter-formation/
LOCATION:Holy Name Monastery\, 12138 Wichers Rd\, St Leo\, FL\, 33574\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev Stephen Hoffman":MAILTO:stephen_palmetto@earthlink.net
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Triple Track” retreat:  Intensive I\, Intensive II\, and Post.  Intensive I and II view recorded talks from The Spiritual Journey by Thomas Keating.  Post Intensive has additional sessions of Centering Prayer.	 \n	9 Days\,  Jan 9-17\, 2020  Retreat begins Thursday January 9\, 2020 with registration starting at 3pm\, dinner at 6pm\, and ends Friday\, January 17\, 2020 after breakfast. \nMercy Center Auburn * 535 Sacramento Street * Auburn\, CA 95603 * 503-887-2019\n	Single rooms with sink in room.  Shared bathrooms. \nWe can assist with transportation to and from the Sacramento Airport \nStaff:  Susan Turpin\, Marty Badgett\, Fr. Bill Sheehan\, OMI \nFor more information\, contact Susan Turpin at 209-351-1726 or email slturpin@me.com or Marty Badgett at 650-862-5451 or email mbadgettexas@gmail.com . \nYou can also view the flyer below under "Additional Information." \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-10/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nScholarships are available. For more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org \nThe Rev. David Frazelle will lead this retreat. He started practicing Centering Prayer as an undergraduate at Sewanee in 1996. Ever since participating in his first Centering Prayer retreat in 1997\, one of his chief joys has been sharing contemplative prayer through leading Centering Prayer groups\, workshops\, and retreats. David lives with his wife\, two children\, two dogs\, seven chickens\, and numerous flora and fauna in Chapel Hill\, NC\, and he serves as Vicar of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church\, Garner.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-11/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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SUMMARY:Day of Enrichment
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of New Jersey	is pleased to announce the offering of the\n	Contemplative Enrichment Program \nYou are invited to participate in the Contemplative Enrichment Program for those practicing Centering Prayer. Each day’s program includes periods of Centering Prayer\, conferences on the subject matter\, and time for small group discussion. \nPrerequisite A Daily Practice of Centering Prayer \nWhen Saturdays 9:30 am – 3:00 pm\n	Gathering\, Coffee & Registration – 9:00 am\n	Please bring a brown bag lunch \n\n	January 4\, 2020 The Forgiveness Prayer Therese M. Saulnier\n	February 1\, 2020 Growing In Holiness Through the Five Universal Shapes Sr. Mary Jo Kearns\, RSM\n	March 7\, 2020 Contemporary Contemplatives and Paul's Philippians Fr. Anthony Randazzo\n	April 4\, 2020 Being a Presence for Peace: Benedictine Hospitality and Community Rev. Dr. Jane Tomaino \n\n	Additional Date: December 21\, 2019 Advent Day of Prayer Fr. Carl Arico \n\n	Where Benedictine Center at St. Walburga Monastery\n	851 N. Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ  07208\n	The Monastery is accessible by bus from NYC \n\n	Fee $150 for all 6 sessions \n	includes registration fee for Advent Day of Prayer (normally $30) \n\n	$115 for all 6 sessions (seniors)\n	includes registration fee for Advent Day of Prayer (normally $20)\n	$30 – registration fee for a single session\n	$20 – registration fee for a single session – seniors\n	Payment Options\n	A. Pay in full ($150; $115 – Seniors ) by October 5th with completed registration form to hold your space\n	B. $75- deposit ($50 deposit for Senior Citizens) due by October 5th with completed registration form to hold your space. Remainder due January 4th.  \nFor further information\, contact Therese Saulnier\, 201-436-8256 (Evenings and Weekends) or see the flyer below under "additional information."
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/day-of-enrichment-8/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Therese Saulnier":MAILTO:lectio844@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nThe 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. \n9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, January 4\, 2020 \nFor more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-16/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Whether your interest is deepening your relationship with God\, relief from the stress of daily life\, or learning about contemplative prayer\, why not take some time this New Year to learn and practice Centering Prayer? There will be plenty of time to rest and enjoy the beautiful retreat center. This workshop refreshes the spirit and deepens our commitment to a regular practice of Centering Prayer. \nSave by registering and saving your space before December 1\, 2019. \nRegistration 1: \n\nShared Room: $259 per person.\nPrivate Room: $359 per person.\n\nIncludes two nights of lodging and six nutritious meals. \n  \nRegistration 2: \n\nRegistration after December 1st will be an additional $20 per person.\n\nRetreat begins Friday\, January 3rd at 6:00 p.m. with dinner in Dining Hall and ends Sunday\, January 5th at 1:00 p.m. after lunch. All payments must be paid in full by Friday\, December 6th. We look forward to our time together! Save your space by registering now. Call 559-230-9736 or email today! \nPlease see the flyer below under "additional information".
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-33/
LOCATION:St. Anthony Retreat Center\, 43816 Sierra Dr.\, Three Rivers\, CA\, 93271\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Everardo Pedraza":MAILTO:centeringfriends@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Day of Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Outreach of New Jersey	is pleased to announce the offering of \n	an Advent Day of Prayer \nwith Fr. Carl Arico \n9:30 am – 3:00 pm\n	Gathering\, Coffee & Registration – 9:00 am\n	Please bring a brown bag lunch \nWhere Benedictine Center at St. Walburga Monastery\n	851 N. Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ  07208\n	The Monastery is accessible by bus from NYC \n$30 – registration fee for a single session\n	$20 – registration fee for a single session – seniors \nFor further information\, contact Therese Saulnier\, 201-436-8256 (Evenings and Weekends) or see the flyer below under "additional information."
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/day-of-contemplative-prayer-4/
LOCATION:St. Walburga Monastery\, 851 N. Broad Street\, NJ\, 7649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Therese Saulnier":MAILTO:lectio844@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat\, being held from December 17 to 20\, 2019\, at Holy Cross Monastery in the Hudson Valley offers opportunities to rest during the activity of the season. During the retreat\, one will experience integrating contemplation and action through silence\, solitude\, community and the rhythm of this Episcopal Benedictine monastic community’s worship and prayer life. Centering Prayer and praying Holy Scripture times will be available to foster an ever-deepening level of interior silence and awareness of the presence of God in everyday life. This contemplative retreat welcomes those comfortable with silence and yearn to foster their relationship with God as they pray these ancient prayers that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplation. \nCheck-in is from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday. Vespers begins at 5:00. Dinner then follows. The retreat concludes with lunch on Friday. (Daily Holy Eucharist is available at 9:00 a.m.). Cost for the retreat is $360 (including a $100 deposit). 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\, Ms. Lori Callaway at 845-384-6660 ext 3012 or at guesthouse@hcmnet.org.  A nonrefundable and non-transferable deposit is required. We accept deposits and payments via all major credit cards\, PayPal or personal check. We offer hospitality assistance for some programs\, if you’d like to visit but find the cost too burdensome. \nTo find out more about Holy Cross Monastery\, visit their website at: www.holycrossmonastery.com \nOur retreat leader\, Leslee Anne Terpay\, is a retired entrepreneur and now shares Fr. Thomas Keating’s teachings on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, the Christian Contemplative Journey\, Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina. She is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter and a part of the service teams whom define workshop teachings and retreat experiences for Lectio Divina and Intensive Retreats. Leslee is a spiritual director in Lone Tree\, Colorado and is a graduate of The Centering for Action and Contemplation Living School.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-34/
LOCATION:Holy Cross Monastery – New York\, 1615 Route 9W\, West Park\, NY\, 12493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lori Callaway%2C Guest House Manager":MAILTO:guesthouse@hcmnet.org
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Advent Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. \nRegistration begins at 12:30 pm and the program begins at 1:00pm\, concluding at 5:00pm.  \nThere is a suggested Love Offering of $10; please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-35/
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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SUMMARY:Introductory Lectio Divina Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lectio Divina Introductory Workshop for Advent – The method of Lectio Divina\, to pray sacred scripture\, is introduced.  \nLectio Divina Introductory Workshop for Advent\n	Saturday\, December 14\, 2019\n	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\n	Mike Smoolca and Nancy Stimac \nThe method of Lectio Divina\, to pray sacred scripture\, is introduced. Presenting a Christian tradition of prayer through reading\, reflecting\, responding and resting in the Word of God\, one’s relationship with God is nourished and deepened. Scripture appropriate for the Advent season will be utilized in this workshop. Both individual and group experiences will be provided. \nClick here for more information and to register for this workshop. \nMike 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 who received his certificate from Fairfield University. He has been an internship partner at the Spiritual Life Center in West Hartford\, CT. \nNancy Stimac\, a longtime contemplative prayer practitioner\, is a Centering Prayer facilitator and commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina for Contemplative Outreach. She is a graduate of the Archdiocese of Hartford’s Catholic Bible School and Lay Ministry programs. She uses her gifts to serve the Catholic community of Windsor Locks as a prayer group facilitator\, Bible study leader\, RCIA teacher\, lector\, and evangelization team member.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introductory-lectio-divina-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Come for a Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat at Francis House of Prayer.  Enjoy God at this small retreat house in a quiet bucolic setting.   Frequent Centering Prayers periods are offered alone and in common.  Overnight guests and commuters are welcome.  All meals are included.  To register\, please call Sister Marcy at 609.877.0509.  Please see flyer below under "additional information" for details.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-7/
LOCATION:Francis House of Prayer\, 84 Walnford Road\, Allentown\, NJ\, 08501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Marcy Springer%2C SSJ":MAILTO:FHOP@verizon.net
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UID:102131-1576224000-1576515600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This three-day workshop will focus on how Centering Prayer can heighten one’s understanding and appreciation for the season of Advent. The leader will be the Rev. Tom Ward\, the retired university chaplain at the University of the South who now spends his days focusing on the contemplative dimension of the gospel\, teaching Centering Prayer and leading retreats. \nFor more information\, go to www.stmaryssewanee.org.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplative-advent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191212T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234810Z
UID:102134-1576137600-1576515600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Contemplative Discernment: Listening in Love	December 12-15\, 2019\n	Begins on Thursday evening\, ends after 12 noon lunch on Sunday \nContemplative Discernment is another dimension of the consent to God's presence and action in our lives. Discernment involves listening in love for the Holy Spirit's guidance and allowing our consent to deepen into surender to God's will. It moves us from our usual decision-making to a way of life. We will look specifically to Mary\, the mother of Jesus\, as a model of contemplative discernment.  \nThe retreat presupposes knowledge and practice of Centering Prayer. \nPlease see the flyer below under "additional information." \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-weekend-retreat-8/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, 5637 Erie St\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Koerner":MAILTO:akoerner45@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191207T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234811Z
UID:102135-1575705600-1575738000@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Silent Saturday.   \nGathering 8:30 – 9:00am. \nPrayer begins 9:00am to 12 noon.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-36/
LOCATION:Holy Spirit Retreat Center\, 4316 Lanai Road\, Encino\, CA\, 91436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Linda Snow CSJ":MAILTO:srlinda.snow@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191206T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234811Z
UID:102137-1575619200-1576256400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:7-day Advent 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.  \nThe cost of the retreat is $695 and a deposit is required to reserve your space. 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Cedarbrake Renewal Center\, 5602 Hwy 317\, Belton\, TX\, 76513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191206T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234811Z
UID:102136-1575619200-1575910800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Advent Centering Prayer Retreat	December 6 – 8\, 2019 \nIncludes periods of Centering Prayer in common\, Lectio Divina with emphasis on Advent readings\, solitude and silence. \nSt. Lawence Retreat Center\, Beacon\, NY \nStaff: Cathy McCarthy\, Sr. Peggy Murphy\, O.P. \nThe 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. \nThe Center  can accommodate up to 20 guests\, including handicap accessible rooms and bathrooms.  Every room has a private bathroom and individual climate control.    \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:St. Lawrence Retreat Center\, 180 Sargent Ave\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy McCarthy":MAILTO:cmccarthy574@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191206T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234811Z
UID:102138-1575619200-1575910800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Conference
DESCRIPTION:Love at the Heart of the Cosmos:  Living in Relational Wholeness	A conference with Ilia Delio\, Ursula King\, John F. Haught\, Kathleen Duffy and Cynthia Bourgeault\n	Commonwealth Chateau at SugarLoaf\n	Chestnut Hill College\, Philadelphia\, PA\n	December 6th – 8th\, 2019\n	Registration begins Friday\, December 6th\, at 5:00pm\n	Ends Sunday\, December 8th\, at 12:45pm \nDivine Love\, according to Teilhard de Chardin\, is the core energy of the cosmos. God’s love is unceasing\, dynamic\, and creative—pulsing in the heart of all things\, driving us ever forward to newness. Our wondrous human gift means that the future of the Earth is in our hands. But in these tumultuous times\, where we are we going? We need a new story of the whole to guide our way. \nEvolving toward wholeness begins with Teilhard’s rich awareness of the profound connection of God\, cosmos\, and humanity—what Catholic-Hindu theologian Raimon Panikkar called “Cosmotheandric Solidarity.” We live in an interconnected universe of deepening complexity\, consciousness\, and convergence. A new story of the whole transcends our differences and distances\, encouraging a planetary faith of the Earth that welcomes all God’s peoples and all God’s life as one intricately connected spiritual community. It is a story where religion and science\, faith and contemplation\, and nature and technology converge toward a new creation. \nJoin Ilia Delio and friends for the second annual Omega Center conference\, in collaboration with the Institute for Religion and Science at Chestnut Hill College\, as we seek to harness the energies of love and together renew our world. \nFor more information and to register\, go here: https://omegacenter.info/conference2019/overview/
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/conference-2/
LOCATION:Chestnut Hill College\, 9601 Germantown Avenue\, PA\, 19118\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Hansell":MAILTO:ghansell@omegacenter.info
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191205T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234811Z
UID:102139-1575532800-1575910800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Silent Advent Retreat – Embracing Oneness…Renewing our Contemplative Life\nThe contemplative journey is the ever increasing appreciation of who God is and also knowing that God is Unknowable.  Borrowing from the Psalms (Nan Merrill translation)\, scripture\, chant and sacred poetry\, we will explore the Spirit of Oneness as it forms our contemplative life. \nJourneying together we will explore how we can nod to consent.  Bow to surrender.  Release to receptivity and be blessed into effortlessness. \n\n"In oneness\, there is not more or less\, there is only oneness." \n\n                                                 ~Thomas Keating \n  \n\n"Forsake everything that is yours.  Undertake this\, and let it cost you everything you can afford.  There you will find true peace\, and nowhere else." \n\n                                                   ~Meister Eckhart\, Counsels #4 \n  \nIn this Advent weekend retreat we will be guided through the grace of Oneness by our spiritual friend and mentor\, Susan Rush. Embraced by silence with short periods of reflection led by Susan we will delve deeper into the experience of being contemplatives on a journey of Oneness. \nDownload Flyer for registration information. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/advent-retreat-4/
LOCATION:The Bosque Retreat Center\, 6400 Coors Blvd\, NM\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Contemplative Outreach NM":MAILTO:conm2016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191201T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234812Z
UID:102140-1575187200-1575910800@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Advanced Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is for those who would like a more prolonged experience of Centering Prayer and who are interested in entering into the more profound levels of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence\, solitude\, and community. \nIn addition to several Centering Prayer periods offered daily\, you will also have opportunities for contemplative worship\, individual meetings with retreat leaders\, walks and hiking\, labyrinth walks\, and time for solitude and reflection. \nRetreat leaders are Becky Hannah\, coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of Western NC\, and Joan Ricci Thome\, presenter of contemplative prayer retreats at the Oratory and St. Francis Springs Prayer Center in Stoneville\, NC. The Rev. Robert Cook\, Vicar of Christ Church\, Walnut Grove\, NC is spiritual director for the week. \nDue  to the length of this retreat\, each participant should have an established practice of Centering Prayer for at least a year. This retreat is limited to the first 20 registrants. Participants must stay on campus and plan to attend the entire retreat. \nFor more information and to register contact: \nhttps://vcconferences.org/programs \nValle Crucis Conference Center\, 149 Skiles Way\, Valle Crucis\, NC  \n828-963-4453 \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-advanced-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Valle Crucis Conference Center\, 146 Skiles Way\, Valle Crucis\, NC\, 28604\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Hannah":MAILTO:Becky.hannah@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191123T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234812Z
UID:102141-1574496000-1574528400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Day of Enrichment
DESCRIPTION:The Psychological Experience of Centering Prayer – This presentation is intended to clarify the psychological process on our journey to transformation through Centering Prayer. \nThe Psychological Experience of Centering Prayer\n	Saturday\, November 23\, 2019\n	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\n	Jim McElroy \nThe human transformation we undergo in Centering Prayer is complex and multifaceted. We face common questions about how our practice is progressing and our psychological experience of releasing the emotional wounds of a lifetime. This presentation is intended to clarify the psychological process on our journey to transformation.   \nClick here for more information and to register for this workshop. \nJim McElroy is a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer\, which he has been practicing since 1996. He has been on the leadership team of 12-Step Outreach since its formation in 2005 and is especially interested in teaching contemplative practices to the recovery community. He is a former coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis and is on the Welcoming Prayer and Living Flame faculty.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/day-of-enrichment-9/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191117T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234812Z
UID:102142-1573977600-1574528400@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Dual-Track Intensive Post-Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat provides an opportunity to deepen your established Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community\, away from the busyness of daily life\, and to allow your mind\, body and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within.  \nThe Intensive and Post-Intensive tracks feature about three hours of Centering Prayer each day. The Intensive retreatants will also view videos from the Thomas Keating “Spiritual Journey” video series each day. The Post-Intensive retreat features more silence. No videos are shown\, and the retreatants will observe grand silence to deepen the silence and their practice of Centering Prayer.  \nFor more information and to register\, see the flyer below under "additional information". This retreat is waitlisted. \n 
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-retreat-12/
LOCATION:St. Andrews Retreat House\, 7550 E. State Route 106\, WA\, 98592\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ettel":MAILTO:mylesjl@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191116T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234814Z
UID:102145-1573891200-1573923600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Prayer Introductory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the Welcoming Prayer Workshop \nThe Church of the Blessed Sacrament \n152 W. 71st St.\, Manhattan\, NY 10023 \nNovember 16th\n	9:30 am – 3:30 pm\n	9:00 am – Registration \nLed by Therese Saulnier of Contemplative Outreach \nThe 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 — “consent-on-the-go.”  \nThe Welcoming Prayer 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. It contributes to the process of transformation in Christ initiated in Centering Prayer. \nTherese Saulnier has been praying the Welcoming Prayer for over 25 years.  She learned the prayer from Mary Mrozowski\, the author of the Welcoming Prayer.  Therese has been praying Centering Prayer for over thirty years and teaching Centering Prayer and other contemplative prayer practices for over twenty-five years.  She is employed as a web developer for a Fortune 500 company.  Therese brings a practical perspective into how to live a contemplative life in the 21st century. \nPlease bring a bag lunch.  \nPlease RSVP in advance as space is limited.  Registration begins at 9 am so that we can begin promptly at 9:30. There is no registration fee. A suggested donation of $20 helps Contemplative Outreach sponsor future contemplative events and training. \nFor more information or to RSVP\, contact Mary Jebara at marytjebara@gmail.com or 973-714-1409.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/welcoming-prayer-introductory-workshop-3/
LOCATION:The Church of The Blessed Sacrament\, 152 W. 71st St\, New York City\, NY\, 10023\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Jebara":MAILTO:marytjebara@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191116T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234813Z
UID:102143-1573891200-1573923600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:One-day Centering Prayer Retreat at The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin\, TX. Registration begins at 8:30 pm and the program begins at 9 am. The morning includes two 30-minute prayer periods\, Lectio Divina\, the option of a Fr. Keating video or prayer period in the afternoon\, several periods of silence and solitude\, and faith sharing. \nPlease bring your own lunch. There is a suggested love offering of $20. Please pre-register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-retreat-37/
LOCATION:Church of Conscious Harmony\, 7406 Newhall Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Genung":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191116T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T160240
CREATED:20200513T234813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200513T234813Z
UID:102144-1573891200-1573923600@www.contemplativeoutreach.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nThe 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. \n9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, November 16\, 2019 \n$60 fee includes lunch \nFor more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-17/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Sewanee: The Ayres Center for Spiritual Development\, 770 St. Mary's Lane\, TN\, 37375\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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