Seeing with the Eyes of the Heart
Sunday February 2nd
1:00-3:30 pm
Minneapolis Institute of Art (directions)
Gather 1st Floor, Target Wing
Sorry - this event is full.
The next 7 who register will be able to attend, taking part in the opening session of Centering Prayer, then joining one of the seven museum groups as an observer participant. While you won't have a turn with your own individual piece of art, you'll take part in the rest of the process, which depends on small group feedback.
If an earlier registrant drops out, you will be offered their place. No payment until that time.
Questions? Contact Adam Gordon by email.
Register Online
After a 20 minute centering prayer session in the Friends Community Room on the first floor of the Target Wing, we will break into groups of 4 and be led through the Museum Sage process by a team of expert guides. Within the small groups, each participant will find their way to an individual work of art, and through a series of questions and guided dialogue, they will receive insight into their life and spiritual journey.
The experience is both personal and communal. When Sister Virginia described it, she likened it to Visio Divina, and remarked that being an observer participant was just as powerful as going through the process herself.
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow plenty of time to navigate to the Target Wing, outdoors through the courtyard.
Sunday February 2nd
1:00-3:30 pm
Minneapolis Institute of Art (directions)
Gather 1st Floor, Target Wing
Sorry - this event is full.
The next 7 who register will be able to attend, taking part in the opening session of Centering Prayer, then joining one of the seven museum groups as an observer participant. While you won't have a turn with your own individual piece of art, you'll take part in the rest of the process, which depends on small group feedback.
If an earlier registrant drops out, you will be offered their place. No payment until that time.
Questions? Contact Adam Gordon by email.
Register Online
After a 20 minute centering prayer session in the Friends Community Room on the first floor of the Target Wing, we will break into groups of 4 and be led through the Museum Sage process by a team of expert guides. Within the small groups, each participant will find their way to an individual work of art, and through a series of questions and guided dialogue, they will receive insight into their life and spiritual journey.
The experience is both personal and communal. When Sister Virginia described it, she likened it to Visio Divina, and remarked that being an observer participant was just as powerful as going through the process herself.
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow plenty of time to navigate to the Target Wing, outdoors through the courtyard.
Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop
Saturday January 25th
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
House of Prayer Lutheran Church (map)
6039 40th Street, Oakdale 55128
Fee: $20 (includes copy of Thomas Keating book: Open Mind, Open Heart)
Co-Presenters John Keller and Kay Bochert
Centering Prayer is a receptive, deep method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer, prayer in which we experience God's presence within us, closer than breathing, closer than thinking, closer than consciousness itself. This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship.
The Introduction Workshop consists of four presentations:
To register, call House of Prayer office: 651-777-1607
Questions? Contact John Keller.
Saturday January 25th
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
House of Prayer Lutheran Church (map)
6039 40th Street, Oakdale 55128
Fee: $20 (includes copy of Thomas Keating book: Open Mind, Open Heart)
Co-Presenters John Keller and Kay Bochert
Centering Prayer is a receptive, deep method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer, prayer in which we experience God's presence within us, closer than breathing, closer than thinking, closer than consciousness itself. This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship.
The Introduction Workshop consists of four presentations:
- Prayer as a Relationship - The intention to consent to the intimacy of God.
- The Method of Centering Prayer - Participants experience Centering Prayer.
- Thoughts and the Use of the Sacred Word - At the heart of the method.
- Deepening Our Relationship with God - Extending the prayer into daily life.
To register, call House of Prayer office: 651-777-1607
Questions? Contact John Keller.
Centering Prayer Facilitator Gathering
Saturday February 22nd
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Benedictine Center of St. Paul’s Monastery (map)
Fee $20 (scholarships available upon request - contact Carol Quest.)
Register Online
Join us for a day of renewal, reflection, and enrichment for Facilitators of Centering Prayer groups, and any other servant leaders. We will explore the vision, strengthen relationships and share with each other how we facilitate and encourage our groups.
Special Note: There is space for a limited number of a people to come to the Monastery Friday evening and stay overnight for a quiet, prayerful time before the Saturday gathering. If you wish to spend Friday night the Monastery, email the Benedictine Center directly: benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org. In your email say that you will be attending the MN Contemplative Outreach gathering on Saturday, February 22 in order to be eligible for the special event rate of $50 (plus $8 for Friday dinner and $4 for Saturday breakfast if you choose).
Saturday February 22nd
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Benedictine Center of St. Paul’s Monastery (map)
Fee $20 (scholarships available upon request - contact Carol Quest.)
Register Online
Join us for a day of renewal, reflection, and enrichment for Facilitators of Centering Prayer groups, and any other servant leaders. We will explore the vision, strengthen relationships and share with each other how we facilitate and encourage our groups.
Special Note: There is space for a limited number of a people to come to the Monastery Friday evening and stay overnight for a quiet, prayerful time before the Saturday gathering. If you wish to spend Friday night the Monastery, email the Benedictine Center directly: benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org. In your email say that you will be attending the MN Contemplative Outreach gathering on Saturday, February 22 in order to be eligible for the special event rate of $50 (plus $8 for Friday dinner and $4 for Saturday breakfast if you choose).
Lenten Centering Prayer Retreat
Friday March 6 at 7:00 p.m. through Sunday March 8 at 1:00 p.m.
Spirituality Center, Saint Benedict's Monastery (map)
104 Chapel Lane, St Joseph 56374
Fee: $250 (includes meals and overnight accommodations)
Facilitated by Katherine Howard, OSB
Register Online
An all-silent retreat with multiple periods of Centering Prayer and two guided learning sessions.
Friday March 6 at 7:00 p.m. through Sunday March 8 at 1:00 p.m.
Spirituality Center, Saint Benedict's Monastery (map)
104 Chapel Lane, St Joseph 56374
Fee: $250 (includes meals and overnight accommodations)
Facilitated by Katherine Howard, OSB
Register Online
An all-silent retreat with multiple periods of Centering Prayer and two guided learning sessions.
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.
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.
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.
Midwest Region