COMW CELEBRATES 25 YEARS
As we continue in our 25th year of retreat offerings (monthly and a six-day retreat in October), we embrace this theme for 2023: “The Healing Role of Contemplation.” We believe that a regular period of Centering Prayer practice will allow us to live out what God is calling us to do, bringing healing into a world in which conflict and injury are all too present.
We invite you to join us!
Benedicte Vibe Christensen, COMW Chapter Coordinator
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 | 9 am – 3 pm Eastern
MEET GOD IN A NEW WAY
An Introduction to Centering Prayer
Presented by Marjorie Centofanti and the Rev. Tim Grayson
Let praying without words, in deep silence and openness, draw you closer to God. Come to realize the beauty of holiness in using what modern contemplative Thomas Keating called “God’s first language.”
This retreat follows the national Contemplative Outreach Ltd. approach, combining short presentations, two Centering Prayer practice sessions and ample time for questions and discussion.
Offered by your local chapter, Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and Washington (COMW), the retreat is open to anyone, whether you have a longtime Centering practice or have never tried this form of prayer. There’s enrichment and insight for both.
This day-long retreat will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church (13135 Forsythe Rd., Sykesville, MD), with ample on-site parking. The Program Fee is $25 (which includes a light lunch, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available).
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| When registering, you will be prompted to pay via PayPal or Check NOTE: PayPal gives you the option to pay by other major credit cards. Make checks out to COMW and mail to: Linda Hall, COMW Treasurer1959 39th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 Login Instructions to our Zoom call will be sent upon registration and on the day prior to the event. Questions? Please contact Marjorie Centofanti, facilitator |
DONATIONS
Donations are always welcome! COMW has always made its retreats available at the cost of providing them. You might consider adding a donation for the benefit of our future programs to allow us to expand outreach activities. Make your donation here
When you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Matthew 6:6