Introduction to Centering Prayer Programs

We would be pleased to offer an Introduction to Centering Prayer Program in your area. The program consists of a Saturday Workshop provided by presenters who have been trained by Contemplative Outreach Int'l to provide this service. The workshop is followed by six weekly evening sessions to offer support, practice and ongoing instruction and encouragement. For information, please contact:

Anne Larochelle, Coordinator
Contemplative Outreach of Greater Vancouver
Email: marlan2@ telus.net

United in Prayer Day

We invite you to join us for the Annual United in Prayer Day. This day celebrates the worldwide network of Contemplative Outreach united in a silent bond of Centering Prayer around the globe. There will be a DVD presentation by Fr. Thomas Keating which was recorded in 2009 called "Unity in Contemplation.

Date: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 pm
Place: St. Margaret's Cedar Cottage Anglican Church Vancouver, BC
Donation: Suggested: $25, includes Centering Prayer, conferences, refreshments, lunch and personal time.
Contact: Karen Duddy, kmduddy@gmail.com; telephone 604-742-1607

Details HERE

Seven Day Silent Centering Prayer Retreat

A seven-day retreat provides time and space to deepen our relationship with God in an atmosphere of silence, prayer, caring, support and hospitality. It is intended for people who have an established Centering Prayer practice and silent retreat experience. The retreat agenda will focus time and space to foster one’s personal interaction with the Spirit

Date: May 1 - 7, 2010
Place: Bethlehem Retreat Centre on beautiful Westwood Lake , Nanaimo BC

Private rooms, six nights’ accommodation, meals and retreat: $750

Details HERE

Other Contemplative Outreach Events

Oregon Contemplative Outreach offers rich programs of retreats and workshops. See our links page to access their respective websites.

"Interior silence is one of the most strengthening and affirming of human experiences. There is nothing more affirming in fact, than the experience of God's presence. That revelation says, as nothing else can, You are a good person, I created you and I love you."
- Thomas Keating
Open Mind Open Heart