What is Centering Prayer: Centering Prayer is a method of meditation placing a strong emphasis on interior silence. The modern Centering Prayer movement in Christianity can be traced to several books published by three Trappist monks in the 1970's. The name was taken from Thomas Moore's description of comtemplative prayer as prayer that is "centered entirely on the presence of God."

The workshop is for Adults and older children who are interested in the Centering Prayer method to deepen their prayer life.
The presenter is Mark Kutolowski, from Fr. Thomas Keating's Contemplative Outreach. Mark is a lay Oblate of Saint Benedict and has been practicing Centering Prayer since 1998. He is a wilderness spirituality minister, New Creation Wilderness Programs.
Learn the basics of the Centering Prayer method
Gain appreciation for the theological background of Centering Prayer
Experience two periods of Centering Prayer
Learn how to deal with "thoughts" during Centering Prayer
Discover how to overcome common pitfalls in establishing Centering Prayer practice
Become aware of the "fruits" of Centering Prayer and the path to deepening your relationship with God

Gathering : 8:45 AM
Centering Prayer workshop begins: 9 AM
Teaching 1: Prayer & the Christian Contemplative Tradition
Teaching 2: The Centering Prayer Method
1st Centering Prayer Session
Teaching 3: Silence, Thoughts & Intention
2nd Centering Prayer Session
Teaching 4: Fruits of Centering Prayer & Growth in Centering Prayer
1 hour, approx. Pot Luck lunch and closing prayer
Workshop is held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 273 VT Rt 15 near the junction with Brown's Trace Rd. There is parking onsite and handicap accessibility

A donation of $10 is welcome, but any amount is appreciated to help meet the presenter's fee and travel expenses.
A potluck lunch is planned. Finger food contributions are appreciated, or any contribution you would like to make. Everyone is welcome to stay for lunch to meet other participants.
Contact Barbara at multhom@myfairpoint.net to register for the workshop, for more information, or call 899-2113.

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