At such a time God may, perhaps, send out a shaft of spiritual light … and show you some of his secrets…
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Centering Prayer Immersion Weekend
Led by Jill Benet. This weekend offers the opportunity to spend time in silence with a small group and deepen the experience of Centering Prayer. This Retreat is suitable for those who are familiar with and are establishing their practice of Centering Prayer as well as experienced practitioners.
Find out more »Introduction to Centering Prayer
A 3-hour introduction to the practice of Centering Prayer that will be useful to beginners and those with experience. All are welcome. Tea and coffee provided. Voluntary donation.
Find out more »Transforming the Heart
An Introduction to Centering Prayer led by Jayne Macgregor and Val Harding. The day will include 4 sessions where we will learn the method of Centering Prayer, and have the opportunity to practice in a group. Tea and coffee will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Find out more »Online Meditation Event to Honour Fr. Thomas Keating
Fr. Laurence Freeman of the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) has conceived of a worldwide event to honour Fr. Thomas Keating and the shared vision of our two contemplative communities. It will be hosted by Fr. Laurence using WCCM's video platform Meditation Chapel. For further details click here. To register for the event click on this link.
Find out more »Finding Fulfilment: Life Is Only Real When I Am
Led by Jill and Antonio Benet and Jacqueline Evans. ‘Finding Fulfilment’ retreats are based on the Wisdom way of working. The weekend will follow a rhythm consisting of extended periods of Centering Prayer, study sessions on the Law of Three, experimentation with the embodying principles of Alexander and the practice of conscious work. When we let go of habitual ways of thinking we become receptive to whatever is being offered to us in this moment. We are awakened to the…
Find out more »Centering Prayer Intensive Retreat
Led by Jill Benet. This retreat is an experience of integrating contemplation and action through silence, solitude and community. Recommended for those who have attended an Introductory Workshop and who have been practising Centering Prayer for at least six months.
Find out more »Centering Prayer Immersion Weekend
Led by Jill Benet. This weekend offers the opportunity to spend time in silence with a small group and deepen the experience of Centering Prayer. This weekend is suitable for those who are familiar with and are establishing their practice of Centering Prayer as well as experienced practitioners.
Find out more »Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop
Led by Rev. Lesley Jones with Steve Pearce. A six-hour workshop introducing the basic principles of Centering Prayer with a detailed explanation of the method and opportunities to practice. Suggested donation £10. Bring a packed lunch. Tea/coffee and biscuits will be provided.
Find out more »Contemplative Community Day
We need each other's support. This day is designed to nurture the sense of community in Contemplative practice whether you are a beginner or someone who has been practising for some time. The programme will include: Sharing our experience. Meeting the challenges we face in sustaining our practice. What resources are available. What training is available. How we set up a group and run introductory sessions. How to sustain an existing group. Online communities - how we can pray with…
Find out more »What is the Bible Saying about You?
An afternoon of enrichment led by Steve Pearce. The second in a series looking at key concepts from Fr. Thomas Keating’s “Spiritual Journey” talks. There will be periods of silent prayer and time for reflection. This will be of interest to those who already have an established practice of silent prayer or who are seeking to establish one, of whatever type. We will be looking at the ancient Christian practice of Lectio Divina (Divine Reading) in which we allow the…
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