MNCO Sunday Gathering: The Welcoming Prayer
"To welcome and let go is one of the most radically loving, faith-filled gestures we can make in each moment of each day. It is an open-hearted embrace of all that is in ourselves and in the world."
--Mary Mrozowski
Sunday Mornings
April 11th through May 23rd 2021
8:00-9:00 a.m. CT
Registration is free.
"To welcome and let go is one of the most radically loving, faith-filled gestures we can make in each moment of each day. It is an open-hearted embrace of all that is in ourselves and in the world."
--Mary Mrozowski
Sunday Mornings
April 11th through May 23rd 2021
8:00-9:00 a.m. CT
Registration is free.
Our Sunday morning gatherings continue with a 7-week series on the Welcoming Prayer. A companion practice to Centering prayer that helps bridge prayer and daily activity, this is an embodied practice of surrender or "consent" to God’s presence and action in all that we encounter.
Working with the Contemplative Life Welcoming Prayer booklet and some short videos, our format for the sessions will continue to be lectio-style reading of key passages followed by small and large group sharing. To enrich our time together, participants will be asked to read a brief section of the booklet, watch a short video, and to experience the suggested practices between meetings. Below are links to purchase the Welcoming Prayer booklet for $20 + shipping or the digital download format for $10.
The series is open to all, but we ask you to register even if you have been part of the previous series. We look forward to journeying with you as we grow in relationship with God and with each other.
Order the paper booklet from Contemplative Outreach
Order the digital booklet from Contemplative Outreach
Working with the Contemplative Life Welcoming Prayer booklet and some short videos, our format for the sessions will continue to be lectio-style reading of key passages followed by small and large group sharing. To enrich our time together, participants will be asked to read a brief section of the booklet, watch a short video, and to experience the suggested practices between meetings. Below are links to purchase the Welcoming Prayer booklet for $20 + shipping or the digital download format for $10.
The series is open to all, but we ask you to register even if you have been part of the previous series. We look forward to journeying with you as we grow in relationship with God and with each other.
Order the paper booklet from Contemplative Outreach
Order the digital booklet from Contemplative Outreach
**In-Person Workshops at 1st Universalist Suspended**
We are meeting online every Saturday.
Saturdays, 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Join URL: https://zoom.us/j/392510399
12-Step Spirituality Workshops 2019-20
Explore Centering Prayer and deepen your daily practice of Step 11
Each zoom session includes:
• Welcome to newcomers
• Welcoming Prayer
• Centering Prayer meditation guidelines
• One 20-minute Centering Prayer
• Speaker sharing 5 minutes on their spiritual journey of recovery
• Small group discussions
• Grateful Heart Practice
For further information or to register, visit the website at 12stepspirituality.org or click here for brochure.
We are meeting online every Saturday.
Saturdays, 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Join URL: https://zoom.us/j/392510399
12-Step Spirituality Workshops 2019-20
Explore Centering Prayer and deepen your daily practice of Step 11
Each zoom session includes:
• Welcome to newcomers
• Welcoming Prayer
• Centering Prayer meditation guidelines
• One 20-minute Centering Prayer
• Speaker sharing 5 minutes on their spiritual journey of recovery
• Small group discussions
• Grateful Heart Practice
For further information or to register, visit the website at 12stepspirituality.org or click here for brochure.
Benedictine Center of St. Paul's Monastery
The community of sisters at the Benedictine Center of St. Paul's Monastery have long supported Centering Prayer in Minnesota. Through programs and prayer, they have created a most sacred space that invites us all to a deeper relationship with the Divine.
All sessions take place at the Benedictine Center (map).
You can register online, call Guest Services at 651-777-7251,
or send an email (benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org) for more information.
Taize Prayer (Suspended during the pandemic)
Third Fridays of each month, 7 to 8 p.m., no charge. This hour of quiet, simple, gentle communal prayer requires no previous experience, yet is so rich that people come every month. Come and pray for peace in God's presence.
Check the Groups Page for the weekly Centering Prayer Group led by Sister Virginia Matter every Wednesday morning.
The community of sisters at the Benedictine Center of St. Paul's Monastery have long supported Centering Prayer in Minnesota. Through programs and prayer, they have created a most sacred space that invites us all to a deeper relationship with the Divine.
All sessions take place at the Benedictine Center (map).
You can register online, call Guest Services at 651-777-7251,
or send an email (benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org) for more information.
Taize Prayer (Suspended during the pandemic)
Third Fridays of each month, 7 to 8 p.m., no charge. This hour of quiet, simple, gentle communal prayer requires no previous experience, yet is so rich that people come every month. Come and pray for peace in God's presence.
Check the Groups Page for the weekly Centering Prayer Group led by Sister Virginia Matter every Wednesday morning.
St. Scholastica Monastery Center for Spirituality and Enrichment
1001 Kenwood Avenue, Duluth, MN 55811 (map)
The Center for Spirituality and Enrichment is a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery in Duluth, Minnesota. A variety of programs and retreats are offered throughout the year at both St. Scholastica Monastery and McCabe Renewal Center. Through them, opportunities are provided for spiritual growth, prayerful reflection and personal enrichment for all ages. The Center welcomes members of all faith traditions and human service organizations who promote the well-being and peace of all.
For a complete list of programs, visit the retreat center website at retreatduluth.org.
You can contact the Director of the Center, Dawn Carrillo, at 218-723-6699 or email (dcarrillo@duluthosb.org).
1001 Kenwood Avenue, Duluth, MN 55811 (map)
The Center for Spirituality and Enrichment is a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery in Duluth, Minnesota. A variety of programs and retreats are offered throughout the year at both St. Scholastica Monastery and McCabe Renewal Center. Through them, opportunities are provided for spiritual growth, prayerful reflection and personal enrichment for all ages. The Center welcomes members of all faith traditions and human service organizations who promote the well-being and peace of all.
For a complete list of programs, visit the retreat center website at retreatduluth.org.
You can contact the Director of the Center, Dawn Carrillo, at 218-723-6699 or email (dcarrillo@duluthosb.org).
Episcopal House of Prayer
The following enrichment opportunities will be held at the Episcopal House of Prayer in Collegeville, Minnesota (map). For more information, e-mail Patricia Benson at houseprayer@csbsju.edu, or call 320-363-3293.
Also check the Groups Page for the following meetings facilitated by the Episcopal House of Prayer.
Covid-19 Update
Weekly Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays, 5-5:30 p.m. Check-in; 5:30-6:30 Prayer
https://csbsju.zoom.us/j/644263888
Facilitator: Dr. Christine Luna Munger
For more information, click here.
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St. Paul’s Episcopal on Lake of the Isles (map)
1917 Logan Avenue South, Minneapolis 55403
To find us, look for the sidewalk sign to find the Monday night Contemplative Prayer Practice,
or look for our House of Prayer in the City sign at the church entrance on street level.
Mondays, 6-6:30 p.m., Orientation/Introduction
For those of you who are beginners in Christian Contemplation, we offer guidance and support each Monday evening at 6:00 p.m. prior to our regular practice at 6:30. No advance registration; goodwill offering is appreciated.
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Silent prayer in a Christian setting. The format includes simple chanting and two 20-minute sits with a walking meditation between. Anyone with a silent meditative or contemplative practice is welcome.
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Episcopal House of Prayer (map)
14215 Fruit Farm Rd, Collegeville 56374
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30
Free and open to the public, we sit together in the Oratory. The prayer begins with a simple chant, and we observe two 20-minute periods of silent prayer with a contemplative walk in between, concluding with a simple chant. If you are coming for the first time, we recommend you arrive ten minutes early so we can welcome you and introduce you to the practice and space.
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Episcopal Homes (map)
502 Lynnhurst Ave East, St. Paul 55104
We meet in the Drew Room, on the 5th floor of the Terrace Bldg.
Parking lot entrance on University Ave.
Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Silent prayer in a Christian setting. The format includes simple chanting and two 20-minute sits with a walking meditation between. Any type of silent meditative or contemplative practice is welcome.
The following enrichment opportunities will be held at the Episcopal House of Prayer in Collegeville, Minnesota (map). For more information, e-mail Patricia Benson at houseprayer@csbsju.edu, or call 320-363-3293.
Also check the Groups Page for the following meetings facilitated by the Episcopal House of Prayer.
Covid-19 Update
Weekly Contemplative Prayer
Wednesdays, 5-5:30 p.m. Check-in; 5:30-6:30 Prayer
https://csbsju.zoom.us/j/644263888
Facilitator: Dr. Christine Luna Munger
For more information, click here.
◆◆◆
St. Paul’s Episcopal on Lake of the Isles (map)
1917 Logan Avenue South, Minneapolis 55403
To find us, look for the sidewalk sign to find the Monday night Contemplative Prayer Practice,
or look for our House of Prayer in the City sign at the church entrance on street level.
Mondays, 6-6:30 p.m., Orientation/Introduction
For those of you who are beginners in Christian Contemplation, we offer guidance and support each Monday evening at 6:00 p.m. prior to our regular practice at 6:30. No advance registration; goodwill offering is appreciated.
Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Silent prayer in a Christian setting. The format includes simple chanting and two 20-minute sits with a walking meditation between. Anyone with a silent meditative or contemplative practice is welcome.
◆◆◆
Episcopal House of Prayer (map)
14215 Fruit Farm Rd, Collegeville 56374
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30
Free and open to the public, we sit together in the Oratory. The prayer begins with a simple chant, and we observe two 20-minute periods of silent prayer with a contemplative walk in between, concluding with a simple chant. If you are coming for the first time, we recommend you arrive ten minutes early so we can welcome you and introduce you to the practice and space.
◆◆◆
Episcopal Homes (map)
502 Lynnhurst Ave East, St. Paul 55104
We meet in the Drew Room, on the 5th floor of the Terrace Bldg.
Parking lot entrance on University Ave.
Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Silent prayer in a Christian setting. The format includes simple chanting and two 20-minute sits with a walking meditation between. Any type of silent meditative or contemplative practice is welcome.
St. Benedict's Monastery
The following enrichment opportunities will be held at the Spirituality Center of St. Benedict's Monastery in St. Joseph, Minnesota (map). For more information, e-mail Sister Mary Weidner(mweidner@csbsju.edu), or call 320-363-8987.
Check the Groups Page for the daily Centering Prayer group that meets Monday thru Friday afternoons at the Spirituality Center.
The following enrichment opportunities will be held at the Spirituality Center of St. Benedict's Monastery in St. Joseph, Minnesota (map). For more information, e-mail Sister Mary Weidner(mweidner@csbsju.edu), or call 320-363-8987.
Check the Groups Page for the daily Centering Prayer group that meets Monday thru Friday afternoons at the Spirituality Center.