contemplative spirituality
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Silence that Connects the World – Session 1 (via Zoom)
Internet - OnlineSession 1. Consent to God’s Presence Theme: The heart of Centering Prayer is consent — letting go and allowing God’s presence and action within. “Centering prayer is not so much an exercise of attention as intention. Our intention is to be present to God’s presence and actions in our lives.” — Thomas Keating Step into
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Learning and Opening to the Body’s Experience of Living in God
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesJesuits, Fr. Edwin McMahon and Fr. Peter Campbell, incorporated the embodied practice of Focusing into the larger context of BioSpirituality. Their work allows us to know ourselves as parts of
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Flowing Oneness: The Contemplative Vision of Thomas Keating
Garrison Institute 14 Mary's Way, Route 9D, Garrison, NY, United StatesIn this eagerly awaited Centering Prayer teaching retreat, Centering Prayer master teachers David Frenette and Cynthia Bourgeault once again team up to explore the late teachings of Fr. Thomas
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Being Bravely Yourself: Navigating a Personal Contemplative Enneagram Journey
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesThis day will be filled with Contemplative Breathing and Awareness practices that remind us of Jesus’ commandment to love ourselves, as we love others. Using spiritual wisdom grounded in the
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Living the Questions with Rainer Maria Rilke
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesIn one of his Sonnets to Orpheus, Rilke invites us to “desire the change!” Transformation was one of his central themes. But how do we find the courage to do
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Silence that Connects the World – Session 2 (via Zoom)
Internet - OnlineSession 2. The Fruits of Silence Theme: Silence is not empty; it is full of presence. Explore the subtle fruits of the practice. “The actions that arise from my Centering
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Praying with Creation: Encountering God in a Theophanic Universe
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesThe Ancient Church understood the natural world as an expression of God's creative love. On this day of enrichment, we'll explore a Trinitarian vision of Creation as 'theophanic', or 'God-revealing'.
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The Tree of Life: Esoteric Christianity and the Perennial Mystical Tradition: In person and online
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesEsoteric Christianity delves into the hidden, mystical dimensions of Christian teachings, emphasizing personal spiritual experience over doctrine. It deeply explores divine wisdom, inner transformation, and powerful, energizing symbols. The Perennial
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Silence that Connects the World – Session 3 (via Zoom)
Internet - OnlineSession 3. Letting Go of Thoughts Theme: Thoughts are inevitable; the practice is about returning gently. “Centering Prayer is not about developing concentration or attaining a clear mind. It is
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Silence that Connects the World – Session 4 (via Zoom)
Internet - OnlineSession 4. Living the Contemplative Path Theme: Centering Prayer is not just a practice; it shapes how we live. “If we are absolutely grounded in the absolute love of God
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Silence that Connects the World – Session 6 (via Zoom)
Internet - OnlineSession 6. Healing Presence in the World Theme: Integrating contemplative practice with compassionate action in daily life. “Contemplation is life itself, fully awake, fully active, and fully aware that it
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