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SUMMARY:Present to Presence: A Silent Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:August 15 – 18\, 2021 \nThomas Keating once posed the question: Why go on retreat? His response was “to experience the deepest silence” and “just … [to] be\, opening uninterruptedly to God’s presence and to the enormous energy of love that creates and sustains us and the universe…” \nEven in our covid world\, it’s important to step away from daily life and turn our focus inward. During this retreat\, silence will begin after Sunday night’s gathering and end after breakfast on Tuesday. In between\, there will be periods of Centering Prayer\, lectio divina and eco divina (listening to God in Nature)\, morning and evening prayer as well as personal time to walk\, read\, journal or simply gaze at the waters of Long Island Sound in a beautiful summer setting. Single rooms with private baths will be ready at 4 p.m. on Sunday. The program will begin after dinner. All meals from Sunday dinner through Wednesday breakfast are covered by the fee. Call the Center or visit the website to register (see below). \nCome listen to the still small voice. Let the deep silence enfold you\, embrace you.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/present-to-presence-a-silent-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210819T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210821T120000
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SUMMARY:Presence\, Prayer and Writing from the Heart Retreat
DESCRIPTION:August 19 – 21\, 2021 \nAll of us have myriad stories to tell. Some involve your family history\, spiritual journey\, experiences in Nature or a life-changing situation. Stories can also take many forms — memoir\, essay\, poem\, blog posts\, or journal entries — but the most compelling are the ones written from the heart\, those that touch and move us and sometimes even transform both the writer and reader. Writing from the heart demands attentiveness\, honesty\, courage and a commitment to engage with a creative process that pulls us into the unknown where we are often surprised at what surfaces. It’s a journey of discovery. And what can help are presence and prayer. \nThis writing retreat is structured for those currently working on a project\, those who want to start one\, or simply desire to spend time in beautiful surroundings playing with words. In addition to Centering Prayer sessions — Silence can be a portal to the Source of creativity and truth-telling — there will be ample opportunities to write\, walk\, think and just be. \nPlease see the link below for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/presence-prayer-and-writing-from-the-heart-retreat/
LOCATION:Mercy by the Sea Retreat and Conference Center\, 167 Neck Road\, Madison\, CT\, 06443-0191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210820T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210827T130000
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SUMMARY:Dwell in Silence Eight-Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Post-Intensive Eight-Day Centering Prayer Retreat \nThis post-intensive retreat will consist of continuous periods of Centering Prayer from before sunrise until the dinner hour\, with breaks for meals. Attendees may participate in as much prayer as they are called to. Short pauses for entering and leaving the silence will be offered every 30 minutes. There will be no teaching and no reading during this immersion in silence. Veteran retreat leaders Chris Frantsvog and Paul Witmer look forward to hosting you for this journey into deep silence. \nPrairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center is a retreat and conference center focused on ecology\, spirituality\, and holistic health. It is nestled in a natural setting of 70 acres of prairie and woodland in Hiawatha\, Iowa\, just north of Cedar Rapids. Prairiewoods is a place of peace and transformation. There will be time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings in prayer and meditation. \nCost is $780\, which includes room with semi-private bathroom\, (every two rooms share a bathroom) and all meals. A limited number of double occupancy rooms are available. ($710) \nPlease visit with Chris Frantsvog about prices\, scholarships or restrictions you have: (515) 306-1221. \nCOVID: All participants must be fully vaccinated before attending this retreat. \nSpace is limited. \nVisit the URL below for more information.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/dwell-in-silence-eight-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 Boyson Rd\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Frantsvog":MAILTO:iowatreefarmer@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210820T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210822T123000
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SUMMARY:From Seeker to Sage: Journey to the Unknowable -- A Center Prayer Retreat via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This is a three-day online Centering Prayer retreat via Zoom \nAugust 20th (Friday\, starting at 5:30pm Central Daylight Time) to August 22nd (Sunday\, ending at 12:30pm CDT) \nThis is co-sponsered by Contemplative Outreach of New Orleans and the School for Contemplative Living.\nThe presenter is Susan Komis of Contemplative Outreach\, Ltd.\nThe retreat will consists of Centering Prayer sessions\, presentations\, Q & A opportunities\, and small group gatherings via breakout rooms.\nThe theme of the retreat is “From Seeker to Sage: Journey to the Unknowable”.\nThe titles of the presentations are: Introduction\, Stages of Prayer & Faith\, The Awakening\, The Seeker\, The Servant\, Journey to the Unknowable\, and The Sage. \nThe suggested cost is $39.00 with partial scholarships available.\nTo register and for more information: go to www.the scl.net and click on ‘Centering Prayer Retreat 2021’ in the second line of the headings.\nContact information: Maggie Dawson at mgdrake@juno.com.\nCome join our global contemplative community for our annual Centering Prayer retreat.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/from-seeker-to-sage-journey-to-the-unknowable-a-center-prayer-retreat-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie Dawson":MAILTO:mgdrake@juno.com
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SUMMARY:10th Centering Prayer and Enneagram Zoom Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Centering Prayer and Enneagram” retreat is meant for anyone who wants to advance in their contemplative prayer practice with a deeper knowledge of who we are and why we do the things we do. Knowing who we are is the first step into growing in wisdom. Enneagram personality types will show us what motivates us and why some of us can focus\, learn\, pray\, and have a discipline of life better than others. \nThis online two-day retreat on zoom is a quick look into the Enneagrammic person in us. When we know what inspires us\, then it will be easier for us to pray and play. When we pray well\, we will play well\, meaning\, we will do whatever we do for living joyfully. \nSet aside one day and take this program from the comfort of your home. Each session is about 20 minutes long with a 10 minutes break in between. You can interact with Fr. Jos while you are attending just like being in a classroom. You don’t need to download anything or call anyone. Just simply be home in your PJs and have a cup of coffee and relax\, learn\, and grow. Register now and you will be provided with a secure link for the Zoom Retreat. The seats are limited to a maximum of 75. \n09:30 am Introduction and Prayer\n10: 00 am Session 1\n10: 50 am break\n11: 00 am Session 2\n11: 50 am Centering Prayer Session\n12: 10 pm Lunch break\n01: 00 pm Session 3\n01: 50 pm break\n02: 00 pm Session 4 \nPlease register using the link below. \nReviews:\nOver 440 people have taken this simple\, easy to understand presentation of Centering Prayer and Enneagram. A three-hour presentation that enhances your Centering Prayer Practice and discipline of prayer. What others say. \n“This retreat was very meaningful\, and helpful in my prayer life as well as in knowing myself better.” Margaret… London.\n“It helped me to deepen my own spiritual practice\, and also to learn more about myself.” Lia… Brazil.\n“What a blessing I had. I never imagined how easy it would be for me to understand\, and how practical the application is. Thank you.” John…. NC.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/10th-centering-prayer-and-enneagram-zoom-retreat/
LOCATION:Internet – Online
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Webcast,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Fr. Jos Tharakan":MAILTO:fatherjos@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Be Still and Know: A Contemplative Prayer Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Anchored in silence and the practice of Centering Prayer\, this weekend will offer opportunities to let go of our everyday concerns in order to be still and know God ever more intimately. End the summer and start the fall in a prayerful and grace-full way. \nThe schedule includes three Centering Prayer gatherings\, an overview of the practice\, evening prayer\, lectio divina and other contemplative practices. Remaining hours are unscheduled for private prayer and reflection as well as optional swimming in the on-site pool and labyrinth walk. No previous experience with Centering Prayer is necessary.
URL:https://www.contemplativeoutreach.org/event/be-still-and-know-a-contemplative-prayer-weekend/
LOCATION:Wisdom House\, 229 East Litchfield Road\, Litchfield\, CT\, 6759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne A. Simpkinson":MAILTO:asimpkinson@gmail.com
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