In Centering Prayer, the participant seeks the presence of God directly and ignores discursive thoughts and imagined scenes. The participant's aim is to be present to the Lord, to "consent to God's presence and action during the time of prayer." [Keating, Thomas (2009). Intimacy with God: an Introduction to Centering Prayer]
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COB 2027 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Vincent Pizzuto
More Information to Come
April 2026 Newsletter is available HERE
"Interior silence is one of the most strengthening and affirming of human experiences. There is nothing more affirming in fact, than the experience of God’s presence." Fr. Thomas Keating
Our Leadership Team
2026 Alabama Leadership Team For Contemplative Outreach Birmingham
Email us with questions: cobforcontemplatives@gmail.com
Birmingham
Coordinator: David Smith 205-936-5252 david.j.smith2717@gmail.com
Hospitality: Sheila and Paul Roche
Checkbook and Finances: Bryson Waldo
Presenters and Introductions to Centering Prayer: Bryson Waldo
Program Committee:
Newsletter: George Van Kirk
Website Maintenance: Michael Morrissey
Auburn
Marie Ruggiero marieruggiero@gmail.com
Huntsville & Northern Alabama
Linda Lou Hardison (Ass't Coordinator)
Sue Miller (Welcoming Prayer Leader)
Jim Payne (Facilitator Mentor)