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SUMMARY:9-day Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive and Post Intensive Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This retreat offers three tracks simultaneously: Intensive I\, Advanced Intensive\, and Post Intensive. If this is your first Centering Prayer retreat of this length\, we suggest you choose Intensive I. We will be using two prayer rooms with two sets of staff\, one for the Intensive retreats and one for the Post Intensive retreat.\nSee the flyer for more details. \nAll rooms are single with a sink in the room\, shared bathrooms. Two hermitages with private bathroom are available for an additional charge. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/9-day-intensive-i-advanced-intensive-and-post-intensive-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy Center Auburn\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Turpin1":MAILTO:slturpin@me.com
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SUMMARY:I Am - The Sacred Doorway into the Aramaic Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:The seven “I am” statements in the Gospel of John are a window into who Jesus is and the heart of his teaching. From the perspective of Jesus’ native language of Aramaic\, these statements can also reveal who we are – and how we can enter more deeply into Divine Presence through the heart of Jesus’ teachings. Drawing on the work of Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz\, Cynthia Bourgeault\, and others\, this weekend invites us to enter the I am sayings through this deeper lens. Together we’ll explore how these teachings open us to Presence\, identity\, and deep belonging in God and the heart of reality. Through guided reflection\, chant\, movement\, and Centering Prayer\, we’ll listen for the living resonance within each phrase. Our time will be nurturing and unhurried\, offering space for personal insight and gentle sharing. All are warmly welcomed to rest\, receive\, and rediscover these timeless words. \nAvondale Presbyterian Church\, 2821 Park Rd\, Charlotte NC 28203. \nMore information and registration: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hDCPDCg1sZPAKlE9MsDCeYEQg_2FoNfWkccusM5unCo/edit?tab=t.0
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/i-am-the-sacred-doorway-into-the-aramaic-heart-of-jesus/
LOCATION:Avondale Presbyterian Church\, 2821 Park Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Henry Schoenfield":MAILTO:info@henryschoenfield.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T083000
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SUMMARY:For the Beauty of the Earth: Sculpture as Prayer; Beauty\, the Apophatic and Hope (in-person and online)
DESCRIPTION:This event\, with its conferences on beauty\, the apophatic\, and hope\, will explore the nature of beauty as a revealed gift\, the apophatic as negation leading to presence\, and hope as embodying unity and solidarity. The sculptures from his current show at the Monastery Gallery will be integral to his conferences\, and the day will include time in the gallery. \nThis program will be offered both in-person and online via Zoom. Information on how to access the program on Zoom will be sent to participants in advance. \nThis program will include morning and afternoon sessions of Centering Prayer. Times listed below are in Eastern (New York) time.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/for-the-beauty-of-the-earth-sculpture-as-prayer-beauty-the-apophatic-and-hope-in-person-and-online/
LOCATION:Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center\, 303 Tunxis Road\, West Hartford\, CT\, 6107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike  Smoolca":MAILTO:msmoolca@hotmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20261010T143000
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop (online via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a time of reflection and silence in this presentation of a contemporary form of silent prayer that traces its origin to ancient Christian tradition. The discipline of Centering Prayer is presented as silent communion with God beyond concepts\, words and images. The workshop will cover the roots of the prayer\, the theological background and the method of Centering Prayer\, and provide opportunities to practice the prayer and allow time for questions and answers. The program can serve as an introduction for those who want to learn about the prayer and as a refresher for those who wish to renew the fundamentals. Registrants will receive an email with a Zoom link a few days before the workshop.\nTimes are Central Daylight Time (Chicago). \nPlease see the link below to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/centering-prayer-introductory-workshop-online-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deborah Corcoran":MAILTO:deborahcorcoran10@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261010T113000
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SUMMARY:The Practice of Letting Go: The Wisdom of Release in Contemplative Prayer - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The Practice of Letting Go: A 90-minute Mini-Retreat\nThe Wisdom of Release in Contemplative Prayer \nSo much of our inner life is shaped by what we hold onto — fixed identities\, familiar ways of thinking\, inherited beliefs\, and the stories we tell about who we are. \nContemplative practice invites us to loosen\, open\, and “let it go.” But what does that actually mean? How do we let go of a thought\, a belief\, or a way of seeing ourselves and the world? And how can that be so healing? \nJoin this gathering to explore the practice and wisdom of letting go: not erasing our thoughts or identities\, but loosening our identification with them so we can rest in the deeper Presence both beneath & within the activity of our busy minds. \n90 minutes\, online\nLed by Keith Kristich\, Closer Than Breath
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/the-practice-of-letting-go-the-wisdom-of-release-in-contemplative-prayer-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keith Kristich%2C Closer Than Breath":MAILTO:keith@closerthanbreath.com
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