2025 Chapter Centering Prayer Circle
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5-Day Centering Prayer Retreat Oct 28 – Nov 1
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Lectio Divina Event April 7th
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2026 Living Flame Program
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New Presenters of the Introduction to Centering Prayer Program
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Our Vision
Learn More: Our VisionOur Vision: Engaging with people committed to practicing Centering Prayer and living a contemplative life. Contemplative Outreach of Indianapolis supports existing Centering Prayer Circles and encourages the formation of new circles by providing programs on Read more
“Mysteries, Yes”
Let me keep my distance, always, from those
Who think they have the answers.
Let me keep company always with those who say
“Look!” and laugh in astonishment,
and bow their heads.
From “Evidence” by Mary Oliver







