Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence. We will Center, experience Lectio Divina, and learn insightful methods of listening from Abbot Joseph Boyle of […]
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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 […]
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12–Step Outreach was established in 2005 with the full support and blessing of Thomas Keating. The ministry grew from the recognition of the deep spiritual affinity between the practice […]
Read More… from 12-Step Outreach: Deepening Recovery Through Contemplative Prayer
Do you seek the still small voice of God? Do you seek a more intimate relationship with God? Come and find a way to deepen your relationship with God. Centering […]
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We are never closer to our Creator than when we are creating. In writing, we engage in God’s infinite creative impulse to birth the new, the unexpected. Silence and stillness […]
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by Matt Scrimgeour Ballycastle, Antrim, Ireland At the start of 2026 during a Living Flame retreat day, I was listening to Sr Fionnuala Quinn share on the topic of […]
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Q: Fr Keating, in his book Open Mind, Open Heart writes that it is possible for one to have a thought and not be affected by it. I am […]
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Contemplative Outreach of San Diego County is hosting a Fall Retreat at Prince of Peace Abbey in Oceanside, California, on October 22-25. Each year we look forward to this deep […]
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The Retreat offers: • Dr. Susan Muto presenting two conferences on St. Hildegard’s life and teachings, the fruits of the Holy Spirit and contemplative service, with opportunity for questions and […]
Read More… from Saint Hildegard of Bingen: Bringing the Fruits of the Holy Spirit into our Lives
In this introductory workshop, you will learn the method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet, reflective atmosphere. Along with the method of Centering Prayer, we will cover […]
Read More… from Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop (in-person and online)
