Community Outdoor Centering Prayer
Thursday August 8th, 7-8:00 p.m.
Langford Park, St. Paul (map)
Meet in the pine grove adjacent to the bandshell
Bring a chair or meditation mat, and join us for an impromptu, pop-up session of centering prayer. We'll meet among the pine trees in the middle of the park next to Gordon Avenue. If the spirit moves us, we'll consider a time and place for September.
Rain date: Thursday August 15, 7-8:00 p.m.
Thursday August 8th, 7-8:00 p.m.
Langford Park, St. Paul (map)
Meet in the pine grove adjacent to the bandshell
Bring a chair or meditation mat, and join us for an impromptu, pop-up session of centering prayer. We'll meet among the pine trees in the middle of the park next to Gordon Avenue. If the spirit moves us, we'll consider a time and place for September.
- 7-7:15 Gather
- 7:15-7:45 Centering Prayer
- 7:45- Lemonade and Conversation
Rain date: Thursday August 15, 7-8:00 p.m.
12-Step Spirituality Workshops 2019-20
Explore Centering Prayer and deepen your daily practice of Step 11
2nd Saturday of each month
9 a.m. – 12 Noon
First Universalist Church (map)
October 2019 to May 2020
Each workshop includes:
• Instruction in the method of Centering Prayer
• Two 20-Minute Sessions of Centering Prayer
• Readings from the Big Book and other 12 Step literature
• Shared experience on forming a daily 11th Step practice
• Presentations on the Steps
• Small Group Discussions
COST: Suggested free will offering of $10 per workshop to help us remain self-supporting.
For further information or to register, visit the website at 12stepspirituality.org or click here for brochure.
Explore Centering Prayer and deepen your daily practice of Step 11
2nd Saturday of each month
9 a.m. – 12 Noon
First Universalist Church (map)
October 2019 to May 2020
Each workshop includes:
• Instruction in the method of Centering Prayer
• Two 20-Minute Sessions of Centering Prayer
• Readings from the Big Book and other 12 Step literature
• Shared experience on forming a daily 11th Step practice
• Presentations on the Steps
• Small Group Discussions
COST: Suggested free will offering of $10 per workshop to help us remain self-supporting.
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
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.
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Condensed School of Lectio Divina
Starts Friday July 19, 5:00 p.m.
Ends Sunday July 21, 1:00 p.m.
Fees: $100 for "Commuters"; $200 for a single room; $150 for a shared room.
Led by Sam Rahberg with S. Virginia Matter and S. Carol Rennie
Register Online
The Condensed School of Lectio Divina adapts the Benedictine Center’s keystone experience retreat into a shorter, less-expensive format. The core teachings and the monastic experience remains intact. Sam Rahberg, in cooperation with S. Carol Rennie OSB and S. Virginia Matter OSB, leads five teaching sessions that distill the essentials of sustained lectio divina, making this an excellent introduction to the practice or a good review for past participants in the School of Lectio Divina.
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
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.
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Condensed School of Lectio Divina
Starts Friday July 19, 5:00 p.m.
Ends Sunday July 21, 1:00 p.m.
Fees: $100 for "Commuters"; $200 for a single room; $150 for a shared room.
Led by Sam Rahberg with S. Virginia Matter and S. Carol Rennie
Register Online
The Condensed School of Lectio Divina adapts the Benedictine Center’s keystone experience retreat into a shorter, less-expensive format. The core teachings and the monastic experience remains intact. Sam Rahberg, in cooperation with S. Carol Rennie OSB and S. Virginia Matter OSB, leads five teaching sessions that distill the essentials of sustained lectio divina, making this an excellent introduction to the practice or a good review for past participants in the School of Lectio Divina.
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Centering Prayer Retreat
Starts Friday August 9th, 7:00 p.m.
Ends Wednesday August 14th, 1:00 p.m.
Fees: $375 (includes lodging and meals); $150 through Sunday only
Led by Carol Quest and Jody Reis Johnson
Register Online
Come immerse yourself in silence through the practice of centering prayer gently supported by lectio divina and prayer with the monastic community. Extended sessions of group centering prayer offer the opportunity to deepen your relationship with God and self. Participants have the option for a shorter retreat (Friday through Sunday) or a longer retreat (Friday through Wednesday).
Centering Prayer Retreat
Starts Friday August 9th, 7:00 p.m.
Ends Wednesday August 14th, 1:00 p.m.
Fees: $375 (includes lodging and meals); $150 through Sunday only
Led by Carol Quest and Jody Reis Johnson
Register Online
Come immerse yourself in silence through the practice of centering prayer gently supported by lectio divina and prayer with the monastic community. Extended sessions of group centering prayer offer the opportunity to deepen your relationship with God and self. Participants have the option for a shorter retreat (Friday through Sunday) or a longer retreat (Friday through Wednesday).
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Together in Contemplation: A Practice-Based Spiritual Formation Group
2nd Tuesdays, 7-9:00 p.m.
September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, December 10th
Fee: $80 for all 4 sessions
Led by Jody Reis Johnson
Writers in the Christian contemplative tradition have long upheld the practices of silence and community as invitations into holy mystery. The starting point for a life of prayer is seeking God, and the practice of silence can open the heart and grow our awareness of God’s presence in daily life. Join Jody Reis Johnson for a 4-month spiritual growth group aimed at deepening your relationship with God through contemplative practice, spiritual readings, and discussion about the journey we share.
Register Online
Together in Contemplation: A Practice-Based Spiritual Formation Group
2nd Tuesdays, 7-9:00 p.m.
September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, December 10th
Fee: $80 for all 4 sessions
Led by Jody Reis Johnson
Writers in the Christian contemplative tradition have long upheld the practices of silence and community as invitations into holy mystery. The starting point for a life of prayer is seeking God, and the practice of silence can open the heart and grow our awareness of God’s presence in daily life. Join Jody Reis Johnson for a 4-month spiritual growth group aimed at deepening your relationship with God through contemplative practice, spiritual readings, and discussion about the journey we share.
Register Online
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 houseprayer@csbsju.edu, or call 320-363-3293.
Check the Groups Page for the daily Centering Prayer group that meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
The following enrichment opportunities will be held at the Episcopal House of Prayer in Collegeville, Minnesota (map). For more information, e-mail houseprayer@csbsju.edu, or call 320-363-3293.
Check the Groups Page for the daily Centering Prayer group that meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
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.
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