Contemplative Outreach – Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis

Save the date: 35th Anniversary Retreat and Celebration August 8-11, 2024 at Mercy Conference and Retreat Center.

Come celebrate Contemplative Outreach’s 35th Anniversary with a 4 day retreat including reflections from Patricia Johnson, our beloved Soul Friend, Contemplative Outreach Ltd Board Member, past Snowmass Retreat Administrator and cook, Mentor and Father Thomas Keating’s team member on the challenges, growth, setbacks, and joys of the contemplative prayer journey. Sunday afternoon celebrates our chapter. More information …

Save the date: 35th Anniversary Retreat and Celebration August 8-11, 2024 at Mercy Conference and Retreat Center. Read More »

United in Prayer Day – Friday & Saturday, March 8-9, 2024 – 23 hours of Global Prayer on Zoom: a three event weekend

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In the global unity of silence as God’s first language, we gather in prayerful, faithful vigil for the suffering of all humanity and all creation.
We also honor Father Thomas Keating’s birthday (March 7)  and the growing presence of Christ among us with the opportunity to join other Contemplative Outreach Chapters around the world for 23 hours.

Soul Trekkers – Sitting with Sound and Silence – Saturday, March 2, 2024, 1 – 3:30 pm

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Classical Piano and Centering Prayer:

Allow yourself to be serenaded by the beautiful sounds of the piano and experience the transformative power of meditation.

This event promises to be a fusion of musical brilliance and mindfulness with concert pianist, Daniel Schene. Space is limited. Location in Lafayette Square.

Silent Saturday with a Lectio Divina Session – Saturday, February 10, 2024, 8:30-11 am

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Open your hearts to silence and wonder in preparation of the 40 Days of Lent & Valentine’s Day. Join us for Silent Saturday with a change for the season. We will have a Centering Prayer period and a Lectio Divina session and sharing, followed by a break and a second Centering Prayer period. New Location.

NEW LOCATION: Epiphany Celebration & Potluck – Sunday, January 7, 2024, 1:45 – 5:00 pm

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NEW LOCATION! Father Thomas Keating calls Epiphany the Crowning Feast of the Christmas season! Epiphany also celebrates our joyful entrance into a magical New Year. “Emmanuel: God with Us” Presented by Reverend Benjamin McWhorter-Rush. Our community gathers at a NEW LOCATION: Community of Christ Church 830 North Kirkwood Road Kirkwood, MO 63122 to express gratitude.