2011.03.04 Centering Prayer Coming Events

For those interested in learning about centering prayer or in coming to a deeper understanding of centering prayer, there are two upcoming events which may be of interest.  Brochures are attached which give registration information and more details regarding the events.

The first event is an Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop on Saturday April 2, 2011 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at St Matthew Catholic Church, 8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway in Charlotte, NC.  Cost is $30 and lunch will be provided.  The presenter for this workshop will be Dr. John Kelsey who is the Chapter Service Representative for the Eastern and Southern Regions of Contemplative Outreach.  The registration deadline for this workshop is March 24 and is limited to the first 100 registrants.  This workshop includes six continuing sessions to lend support as a person begins centering prayer practice.  See brochure for registration form and more details about this workshop.  Burt Melton is the contact person for this workshop and his contact information is included in the brochure here. Click Here for brochure.     (You will need to print the registration form and fill it out manually.)

The second event is intended for those already in regular practice of centering prayer and is a Four Day Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat from June 20 through 23, 2011 at the St. Francis Springs Prayer Center in Stoneville, NC.  The retreat leaders are The Reverend Rob Field and Joan Ricci.  This retreat is limited to the first 15 people and cost is $350 for single occupancy (recommended) or $300 for double occupancy.  The brochure indicates this retreat will provide an "in-depth experience into profound stillness and silence."  The purpose of the retreat is "to assist participants in entering into a more intimate relationship with God and Self."  For more information, contact Joan Ricci at 336-765-0865 or joanricci@triad.rr.com.  Also, the brochure giving details and registration form for this retreat is included here. Click Here for brochure   (You will need to print the registration form and fill it out manually.)