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Men’s Centering Prayer will be held ONLINE only

1st Wednesdays of the month, 7:30 a.m. Central Time Zone

Wisdom Ways Men’s Centering Prayer circles have been creating a hope-filled space for those who identify as male. During these times it’s more important than ever for us to continue supporting our practice, even in an online format. We all need specific times for silence and quiet to support rich inner lives. Centering Prayer is the “prayer beyond words,” a practice of self-surrender that supports extending interior silence into daily life. Please join us as we gather to experience Centering Prayer, have a short sharing and offer support among men from a variety of experience levels.

FACILITATOR: Terry Shaughnessy is a longtime spiritual director trained in Ignatian Spirituality through the Master’s in Christian Spirituality Program at Creighton University. He conducts retreats and workshops and teaches Centering Prayer for Contemplative Outreach of Colorado and other venues. His primary passion is offering spiritual direction, “the ministry of compassionate presence,” and supporting many men from a variety of backgrounds in their inner lives.

Men’s Centering Prayer will be held IN-PERSON only

3rd Wednesdays of the month, 4:30 p.m. Central Time Zone

Wisdom Ways Men’s Centering Prayer circles have been creating a hope-filled space for those who identify as male. During these times it’s more important than ever for us to continue supporting our practice, even in an online format. We all need specific times for silence and quiet to support rich inner lives. Centering Prayer is the “prayer beyond words,” a practice of self-surrender that supports extending interior silence into daily life. Please join us as we gather to experience Centering Prayer, have a short sharing and offer support among men from a variety of experience levels.

FACILITATOR: Terry Shaughnessy is a longtime spiritual director trained in Ignatian Spirituality through the Master’s in Christian Spirituality Program at Creighton University. He conducts retreats and workshops and teaches Centering Prayer for Contemplative Outreach of Colorado and other venues. His primary passion is offering spiritual direction, “the ministry of compassionate presence,” and supporting many men from a variety of backgrounds in their inner lives.

Christian Meditation: A Way of Contemplative Prayer

 Tuesday Evening Meditation

Free 7-7:40pm CST Tuesdays, September 3 – December 17, 2024.  This will be held IN-PERSON at Carondelet Center and ONLINE (registration for online attendees only).  Please note that the sessions will begin promptly at 7 pm.

Meditation is a form of contemplative prayer in which we move beyond words, thoughts, and images. We open ourselves to God’s mysterious and silent presence within us which becomes more and more the reality of our lives. From this place of prayer, we engage in our work in the world. During these times of prayer, we will sit in silent meditation with others. Meditating together is a way of deepening and supporting our personal practice. The weekly sessions include a short reading and one 25-minute meditation.

Deborah Chernick completed the Essential Teaching Workshop from the World Community for Christian Meditation and serves on the board of the Trust for the Meditation Process.

Susan Oeffling, CSJ, completed the Essential Teaching Workshop from the World Community for Christian Meditation, has master’s degrees in theology and counseling, and spiritual direction training from the Center for Spiritual Guidance.        

$15 per session, $65 for series
Mondays, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16, 6-7:30 pm

This in-person Seokmun-Hoheup drop-in session combines Hang-Gong and Breathing practice. Everyone has their own unique journey and rhythm in life, making it challenging to change established habits and momentum. Engaging in Seokmun-Hoheup as a group offers an opportunity to forge a new direction and rhythm in one's life. By joining these monthly in person sessions and consistently practicing with us, you will receive the support and energy needed to foster positive habits in your life.

Join us and discover your true potential!

A short Q&A session is available at the end of each meeting. 
Note: This session is intended for individuals who have previously attended a Seokmun-Hoheup introduction program and know how to do the practice. If you are new to the practice, please ask for the Seokmun-Hoheup introduction program at Wisdom Ways.

Dr. Paul Min is an associate professor in radiology and a neuroscientist at Mayo Clinic who specializes in dementia. He started his journey trying to understand and find his purpose in life. When young, he was heavily devoted to Christianity through the Bible. He further studied Buddhism and learned how to look carefully into himself. At age 25, he met Seokmun Breathing practice while looking for practical methods to develop and train himself to bring out his true potential. After 20 years of practice, he is going through the instructor program of Seokmun Breathing to share the studies he learned about changing and becoming brighter.