Wisdom, Then and Now
Internet - Online , United StatesDuring this class we will examine wisdom as it is found in the Hebrew Scripture known as Wisdom Literature. We will explore what these books offered to the community of Israel, look at how they are reflected in the New Testament and see how they are carried out in our contemplative community. Finally we consider
Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT, United StatesIn this introductory workshop, you will learn the ancient method and principles of Centering Prayer practice in a quiet, reflective atmosphere. We will cover the history, psychology, and theology of the practice. Two prayer sessions and a question and answer session are included. This will include a live and Zoom option. Presented by: Mike Smoolca
Guard of the Heart
Internet - Online , United States“One practice to bring the effects of contemplative prayer into daily life is traditionally known as Guard of the Heart. This consists of letting go of every emotional disturbance as it arises and before we start thinking about it. This method is more sophisticated than dismantling the emotional programs for happiness because it deals with
Contemplation and the Way of Ease
Internet - Online , United StatesIn the midst of great division and a global pandemic, we all need space to slow down and return to "the way of ease." Join this 1.5 hour workshop over Zoom to explore Centering Prayer as a way of returning to our natural mind and sinking into the simplicity of being. When we rest in
The Welcoming Prayer — An Introduction
Internet - Online , United StatesThe Welcoming Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action in our physical and emotional reactions to events and situations in daily life. The purpose of the Welcoming Prayer is to deepen our relationship with God through consenting in the ordinary activities of our day. It helps to dismantle the emotional programs
Centering Prayer as an 11-Step Practice for Persons in 12-Step Recovery Groups
OnLine Zoom LAIn 2001, The 12 Step Outreach program of Contemplative Outreach was established to offer Centering Prayer to people in all 12 Step fellowships as an 11th Step prayer/meditation practice. We help individuals and groups establish contemplative prayer practices through workshops, retreats and formation programs. Many people are already practicing Centering Prayer and find it to
Welcoming Prayer Immersive Retreat
House of Blessings Retreat and Renewal Center 171 Hummingbird Lane, Eureka Springs, AR, United StatesTake your contemplative prayer practice into daily living by focusing on The Welcoming Prayer. In Welcoming Prayer you will learn to integrate the inner busy life of Martha and the relaxed attitude of Mary, the followers of Jesus, into your own lives to become modern contemplatives in action. We live in a world that is
Centering Prayer Retreat
Church of Conscious Harmony 7406 Newhall Lane, Austin, TX, United StatesTwo-day in-town Centering Prayer commuter retreat on the topic of Discernment. The Church of Conscious Harmony in Austin, TX. It will take place on Fri from 8:30am to 4:00pm and will continue on Sat from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Retreatants sleep at home and return the next day. Each day will include multiple prayer periods, Lectio Divina, silence and solitude, and faith sharing. Cost is $50.
Centering Prayer Weekend Retreat (ONLINE)
Internet - Online , United StatesHealing and Transformation on the Contemplative Path November 13-15, 2020 Begins Friday at 10:00 a.m. and Concludes Sunday at 1 p.m. $225 (Scholarship funds available on request) When we take our first loving step towards God on the contemplative path we may or may not realize that we are crossing a threshold into a new
A Tale of Two Thomases: Crossing Troubles Waters with Thomas Keating and Thomas Berry
Internet - Online , United States"It’s all a question of story. We are in trouble just now because we do not have a good story. We are between stories. " ~ Thomas Berry The recent pandemic has shown just how connected and small the 21st century world has become. The fragility of the human species is more evident with each
Lectio Divina Introductory Workshop
Internet - Online , United StatesLectio Divina, literally “divine reading,” is an ancient practice of praying the Scriptures. This introductory retreat, led by the Rev. Tom Ward, will focus on the building blocks of a developing and sustaining a contemplative life in the world. During Lectio Divina, the practitioner listens to the text of the Bible with the “ear of
Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat
Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center 916 Convent Road, AL, United StatesRooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition, the goal of this form of Christian prayer is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of Centering Prayer. On this weekend, those who have had an introductory workshop can develop further the discipline of Centering Prayer in order to deepen their relationship