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SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 3 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 3. Letting Go of Thoughts \nTheme: Thoughts are inevitable; the practice is about returning gently. \n“Centering Prayer is not about developing concentration or attaining a clear mind. It is about letting go\, making space\, unclenching—thought by thought.”\n— Cynthia Bourgeault \nStep into Stillness \nPause from the noise of daily life and reconnect with the divine presence within. Join us for an online gathering of Centering Prayer practitioners—a simple yet profound space for silence\, reflection\, and shared practice within a global community. Together\, we’ll explore stillness\, presence\, and the richness of the practice in community. \nWhat to Expect \nShared silence and practice\nBrief teaching and reflection\nSmall-group sharing\nEncouragement in the contemplative path \n2-3:30pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to register and obtain the Zoom link. \nThis is the third of six sessions: \n3.    Letting Go of Thoughts – 6 Jun 2026\n4.    Living the Contemplative Path – 18 Jul 2026\n5.    Embracing Vulnerability – 5 Sep 2026\n6.    Healing Presence in the World – 14 Nov 2026
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-that-connects-the-world-session-3-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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SUMMARY:Six-Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an extended time of prayer\, silence and solitude at Cedarbrake Renewal Center in Belton\, Texas. This silent retreat will be held in The Lodge and Driscoll Hall and will be facilitated by Pamela Begeman. The retreat includes three-hours of Centering Prayer each day plus an evening Lectio Divina and compline service; like a post-intensive retreat there will be no teaching\, videos or talking. The daily schedule is spacious\, with extended free time in silence and solitude. Enjoy vegetarian meals and private room lodging with ensuite bathrooms. The retreat begins with dinner at 6pm Friday June 12 and concludes by 11am Wednesday 17th. Space is limited. \nPlease register using the link below.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/six-day-centering-prayer-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Cedarbrake Renewal Center\, 5602 Hwy 317\, Belton\, TX\, 76513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of Conscious Harmony":MAILTO:officemgr@consciousharmony.org
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SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 4 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 4. Living the Contemplative Path \nTheme: Centering Prayer is not just a practice; it shapes how we live. \n“If we are absolutely grounded in the absolute love of God that protects us from nothing even as it sustains us in all things\, then we can face all things with courage and tenderness.”\n— James Finley \nStep into Stillness \nPause from the noise of daily life and reconnect with the divine presence within. Join us for an online gathering of Centering Prayer practitioners—a simple yet profound space for silence\, reflection\, and shared practice within a global community. Together\, we’ll explore stillness\, presence\, and the richness of the practice in community. \nWhat to Expect \nShared silence and practice\nBrief teaching and reflection\nSmall-group sharing\nEncouragement in the contemplative path \n2-3:30 pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to obtain the Zoom link. \nThis is the fourth of six sessions: \n4.    Living the Contemplative Path – 18 Jul 2026\n5.    Embracing Vulnerability – 5 Sep 2026\n6.    Healing Presence in the World – 14 Nov 2026
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-that-connects-the-world-session-4-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 5 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 5. Embracing Vulnerability \nTheme: Exploring how vulnerability opens us to deeper transformation and connection. \n“Prayer is sitting in the silence until it silences us\, choosing gratitude until we are grateful\, and praising God until we ourselves are an act of praise.”\n— Richard Rohr \nStep into Stillness \nPause from the noise of daily life and reconnect with the divine presence within. Join us for an online gathering of Centering Prayer practitioners—a simple yet profound space for silence\, reflection\, and shared practice within a global community. Together\, we’ll explore stillness\, presence\, and the richness of the practice in community. \nWhat to Expect \nShared silence and practice\nBrief teaching and reflection\nSmall-group sharing\nEncouragement in the contemplative path \n2-3:30pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to obtain the Zoom link. \nThis is the fifth of six sessions: \n5.    Embracing Vulnerability – 5 Sep 2026\n6.    Healing Presence in the World – 14 Nov 2026
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-that-connects-the-world-session-5-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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SUMMARY:Silence that Connects the World – Session 6 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Session 6. Healing Presence in the World \nTheme: Integrating contemplative practice with compassionate action in daily life. \n“Contemplation is life itself\, fully awake\, fully active\, and fully aware that it is alive. It is spiritual wonder. It is spontaneous awe at the sacredness of life\, of being. It is gratitude for life\, for awareness\, and for being.”\n— Thomas Merton \nStep into Stillness \nPause from the noise of daily life and reconnect with the divine presence within. Join us for an online gathering of Centering Prayer practitioners—a simple yet profound space for silence\, reflection\, and shared practice within a global community. Together\, we’ll explore stillness\, presence\, and the richness of the practice in community. \nWhat to Expect: \nShared silence and practice\nBrief teaching and reflection\nSmall-group sharing\nEncouragement in the contemplative path \n2-3:30pm UTC +1 (8am Eastern Time) \nPlease see the link below to obtain the Zoom link.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/silence-that-connects-the-world-session-6-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sr. Maria Jose Rebelo%2C SSpS":MAILTO:silence.contemplation.steyl@ssps.de
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