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SUMMARY:Personal Days of Retreat & Renewal
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to take a day or days of personal retreat to focus on your “self care.” How are you taking care of yourself spiritually\, physically and emotionally? At Bethany Retreat Center we are pleased to offer private retreats in a peaceful and beautiful setting where you can get away from the cares of everyday life and focus on your faith journey. You may come for a day\, overnight\, or a few days. Join the Sisters for prayer and daily Mass\, walk the grounds\, have opportunity for reconciliation and soul-friending. Enjoy home-cooked meals and a comfortable room in a nurturing environment.  We continue to take the COVID pandemic very seriously and are taking many safety precautions to keep you and our staff safe.  If you do not reside in a COVID “hot spot\,” and are not experiencing any symptoms\, or  have been around anyone that has been exposed to the virus\, you are welcome to come.  Call today! The cost is $88.00 per night. All meals are included.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/personal-days-of-retreat-renewal/
LOCATION:Bethany Retreat Center\, 1031 Germania Rd\, Frenchville\, PA\, 16836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Retreat Center":MAILTO:bethanyretreatcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210102T080000
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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. \nWard 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. \nFor more information go to www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210103T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210111T170000
DTSTAMP:20200513T234728Z
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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. \nScholarship assistance is available for those with financial need. Please contact St. Mary’s Sewanee for more information at www.stmaryssewanee.org
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-dual-track-intensive-post-intensive-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:20210116T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210116T113000
DTSTAMP:20201230T203709Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplation and Loving the Source of Love - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join this free-gift offering and explore Centering Prayer and contemplation as a practice of opening to the loving awareness of God as the Source of Love. \nWhat if God is not so much an “object” to love\, but rather the Love with which we love all objects. God is the Love with which we love God! \nPresented by Keith Kristich\, commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer and certified teacher of meditation and the Enneagram. \nWhen: Saturday\, January 16th\, 10:00-11:30am Eastern Time via Zoom \nClick the link below to see all the details!
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/contemplation-and-loving-the-source-of-love-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210120T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210310T183000
DTSTAMP:20201214T034321Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:A weekly\, evening meeting program to provide the basics for people seeking a path to contemplative prayer. Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer to receive the gift of contemplative prayer\, in which we experience God’s presence within us\, closer than breathing\, closer than consciousness itself. This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. \nThe first 2 meetings offer a presentation of 1. Prayer as Relationship\, 2. The Method of Centering Prayer\, 3. Thoughts and Use the Sacred Word\, and 4. Deepening Our Relationship with God. \nThe remaining 5 meetings feature videos of Father Thomas Keating on Centering Prayer followed by discussion. \nAt the conclusion of the workshop\, participants are encouraged to find a group in the Meditation Chapel  to join to continue their journey. \nRegister by sending an email to cthompson427@comcast.net. The Zoom link information will be sent to registered participants prior to January 20\, 2021.\nMeeting times are Pacific Standard Time.\nMaximum registration will be 30 people.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-workshop-33/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Thompson":MAILTO:cthompson427@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Centering Prayer Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer is a form of Christian prayer rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition.  Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with  Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer.  This workshop/retreat is designed for those new to Centering Prayer.  Private rooms and the ability to maintain silence are required.  Retreat Directors:  Contemplative Outreach Birmingham Staff.  For registration and cost of the retreat\, contact the Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-the-centering-prayer-silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center\, 916 Convent Road\, AL\, 35055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center":MAILTO:retreats@shmon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210123T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210123T123000
DTSTAMP:20210113T212146Z
CREATED:20210112T214723Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Centering Prayer via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Discover the meaning of Psalm 46: “Be Still and know that I am God.” \nIn this workshop we will explore the indwelling presence of God within each of us through the practice of a method of Christian meditation – Centering Prayer. \nExperienced practitioners\, commissioned through Contemplative Outreach Ltd.\, will lead a discussion about the benefits of Centering Prayer in ordinary life and together we will experience two periods of practice. \nAttend this via Zoom from your home or office — 10am – 12:30pm Eastern time zone. \nTo register\, please contact Chris Grostic via email grostic@gmail.com or phone (734)-904-1806. Chris will send you the Zoom link a few days before the event.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/introduction-to-centering-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="CONEO":MAILTO:grostic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210124T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210124T160000
DTSTAMP:20210114T203116Z
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SUMMARY:Thomas Keatings’ “Guidelines for Christian Life\, Growth\, and Transformation” Workshop via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Offered online via Zoom\, 1-4pm Central Time. \nThe title of this workshop\, “Guidelines for Christian Life\, Growth\, and Transformation” is also the title of the 12th and final chapter of Thomas Keatings’ classic primer of Centering Prayer\,  Open Mind\, Open Heart.  In these guidelines\, Thomas offers a conceptual spiritual and theological framework for this simple practice which has led and continues to lead many modern pilgrims to contemplative prayer.  In this workshop we will listen to and discuss these guidelines.  They might provide a conceptual introduction to Centering Prayer for those who are curious\, a support for those who are in the middle of the journey\, and reminder for long-time practitioners.  They are complementary to the practice of Centering Prayer\, which is the heart of the matter. \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.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/thomas-keatings-guidelines-for-christian-life-growth-and-transformation-workshop-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Best%2C Reservation & Retreat Coordinator":MAILTO:reservations@stmaryssewanee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210127T203000
DTSTAMP:20201215T230109Z
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SUMMARY:Recovery Welcoming Prayer Workshop: Welcoming Prayer and Emotional Sobriety
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces participants to the Welcoming Prayer practice\, a method of consenting to the Higher Power’s presence in our physical and emotional reactions to events and situations of daily life. \nWelcoming Prayer is a companion practice to Centering Prayer. Those in recovery have found both these practices to be great tools to deepen their spirituality and live in the present moment. It is similar to “pausing when we are upset” and detaching from the committee that drives our addictions and co-dependency. \nThis program will be offered online via the Zoom platform.\nInformation on how to access the program will be provided to participants in their registration confirmation email. \nPlease register using the link provided below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/recovery-welcoming-prayer-workshop-welcoming-prayer-and-emotional-sobriety/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210130T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210130T163000
DTSTAMP:20200903T164234Z
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SUMMARY:Quaker Mystics and Methods
DESCRIPTION:Quaker practice is grounded in the understanding that each person has direct and immediate access and connection to the Divine. Together we will explore Quaker history and mystics\, allowing us a peak into the past in order to fully live in the present. Through experiential activities individually\, in pairs\, and small groups\, we will explore discernment and faithfulness through a lens of Quaker spirituality and practice. By listening to the “still\, small voice” together\, we will practice hearing God’s call. \nBoth live and Zoom options will be available. \nPresented by: Hilary Burgin is the Executive Director of Quaker Voluntary Service\, a year-long program for young adults excited by the intersection of justice and spirituality. Her dedication to journeying with others in their spiritual lives has been a foundation of her work. Hilary previously served as the Young Adult Engagement Coordinator for the regional body of Friends in New England and has led experiential workshops\, retreats\, and programs for Seekers across the country.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/quaker-mystics-and-methods/
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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