An exploration of the practice of silent prayer through an introduction to Centering Prayer. Led by Revd Mark Waters. St John of the Cross said, “the only language God hears is the silent language of love.” This language of love has down the centuries been spoken and practiced by the Christian mystics, and kept alive in the monastic tradition. But in recent years it has been re-discovered for our day. It is a language which when faithfully practiced helps grow…

Led by Dr. Lynne Scholefield. The taster day familiarises participants with the method of Centering Prayer and its roots in the Christian tradition, whilst offering two opportunities to experience the prayer. All are welcome but places will be limited to 40 people. There will be a BYO/DIY lunch break (the neighbouring Old King’s Head will offer a soup and sandwich special). Pay in advance at this link.

This one-day workshop led by Rev. Mark Waters is aimed at those who have grasped the basics of Centering Prayer and are ready to take the next step in their appreciation of the method. The day will allow opportunity for participants to share their difficulties and questions around the practice in a supportive and positive environment. It will also look at some key ideas in Centering Prayer theory, including: Thomas Keating’s brilliant psychological underpinning of Centering Prayer An exploration of…

An online course led by Rev. Mel King to run at 7:00pm on Tuesdays 25th January and 1st February, 2022. For further details download the flyer. To book go to Eventbrite.

An 8-day Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat led by Jill Benet. Intensive Retreats are an opportunity to immerse oneself fully in the method and background of Centering Prayer as taught by Contemplative Outreach. There will be up to three hours of Centering Prayer each day, and the time outside meetings is in silence. There will be time for personal reflection, contemplative liturgy and Lectio Divina. We shall draw on the last video teaching series, That We May Be One. To complement…

A six-hour workshop introducing the basic principles of Centering Prayer with a detailed explanation of the method and opportunities to practice. Suggested donation £5. Bring a packed lunch. Tea/coffee and biscuits will be provided. If required there will be six one-and-a-half hour follow up sessions. These cover essentially the same basic material so even if you couldn't make it to the workshop itself you are welcome to attend the follow up sessions. Further details from Filip Zielinski (below).

Led by Carole O'Reilly and Ingrid Bowie. An introduction to the background and method of Centering Prayer with opportunities to practice. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch. Suggested donation £5. For further details contact Kathleen Skilton (below).

Led by Carole O'Reilly and Ingrid Bowie. Centering Prayer is a way to consent in silence to the presence and action of God, to pray from the stillness of our heart without words. This practice can lead to a more authentic relationship with the Divine, ourselves and each other. Suitable for people from all faiths and none. If you would like to find out more and experience it first hand, come and join us. Suggested donation £10. Tea/coffee biscuits provided:…