Using slides and stories, Belden C. Lane Ph.D. will talk about the significance of desert geography in the life of the early Desert Fathers and Mothers. Putting a priority on silence and scarcity, they taught contemplative prayer by means of short sayings and stories, giving rise to what we know as the Jesus Prayer.
EnLIGHTenment Series: Exploring the Transformational Journey – The Spiral Staircase Read More »
“We share in centering prayer when done in common, a reservoir of silence that is enhanced by each one’s contribution.” Thomas Keating – Come join us for stillness and restorative silence. Come tune into your inner being and feel the strength of others as we pray together and share the path to contemplation.
Silent Saturday with Lectio Divina – October 19th, 2024 Read More »
Join us to return to the sacred basic tenets of Centering Prayer.
“Silence is God’s first language. All others are just poor translations.” — Thomas Keating
We will explore:
• Opening to God and peace within
• Silence as the universal language of God
• How to practice Centering Prayer meditation
Community of Christ Church-830 N Kirkwood Rd.
Centering prayer Introductory Workshop: Back to Basics – October 26th, 2024 Read More »
The Living Flame Program is an extraordinary program for Contemplative Outreach chapters and prayer groups. The program draws on all of the knowledge and disciplines that informed Father Thomas’ books and Spiritual Journey Video Series. These sessions are designed to heighten the awareness of the dynamics of Centering Prayer in the context of your spiritual journey and is an offering of in-depth spiritual study and enrichment.
New Event: Living Flame II – October 2024 until May 2025 Read More »
Between March 1941 and October 1942, Etty Hillesum kept a diary of her experiences as a Jew in Nazi occupied Amsterdam. It’s a story of personal growth, intimacy with God, and the forging of a spirituality which enabled her, even though she did not survive, to reach a state of transformative union despite atrocity. Inspirational!
