Contemplative Outreach

Contemplative Outreach is an organization that promotes the practice of Centering Prayer, a method of silent, contemplative prayer rooted in Christian mysticism. It encourages individuals to deepen their relationship with God through meditation and mindfulness. Founded in the 1980s by Father Thomas Keating and others, it offers resources, workshops, and retreats to help people cultivate a contemplative life. The approach emphasizes interior silence, letting go of thoughts, and experiencing God’s presence, fostering spiritual growth and inner peace. It aims to integrate contemplative practices into daily life, enhancing not just personal spirituality but also community and social transformation.