Welcome
The fundamental purpose of centering prayer…is to contribute to bringing the knowledge and experience of God’s love into the general consciousness of the human family. …Contemplative prayer is a process of interior transformation, a conversion initiated by God and leading, if we consent, to divine union… [It] is a fundamental constituent of human nature and hence available to every human being. It is accessed by letting go of our own idea of ourselves, turning our will over to God, and resting in the Divine Indwelling that is already present within us and waiting to reveal itself to us.
Thomas Keating, Open Mind, Open Heart
Contemplative Outreach of Westchester is truly glad you found our page. As one of the many chapters of Contemplative Outreach, LTD, we hope to support your centering prayer practice. Look around for resources to help you along your spiritual journey. We practice Centering Prayer and hope you will join us.
…Members of the Westchester NY Chapter of Contemplative Outreach
Announcements
UPDATED on Mar 18, 2026: A Taste of Silence with Fr. Carl Arico
April 11, 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00 noon Via Zoom
Our day of recollection with Fr Carl Arico has been changed to an online Zoom presentation. He will present favorite topics from his book, A TASTE OF SILENCE. This book is an accessible and clear resource that complements Fr. Thomas Keating’s work on Centering Prayer. It provides fresh insights into the spiritual journey and the method of letting go and allowing God’s transforming grace to work within. Even though we aren’t able to be together in person, we look forward to being united in Spirit. To receive the Zoom link, please request to receive our e-newsletter at this link.
Featured Resources
Recording of Marie Howard’s The Evolution of Fr. Thomas Keating’s Vision
Recording of Pamela Begeman’s presentation on The Spirituality of Money: In God We Trust
Recording of Fr. Bill’s Sheehan’s presentation on Spiritual Growth Teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating
Recording of Carl McColman’s presentation on Difficult Conversations and Divided Communities: Meeting the Challenges of our Times with a Contemplative Heart.
Contemplative Outreach, LTD, recently celebrated its 40th year of service with a conference at Emory University, Atlanta, GA. Unedited versions of the proceedings can be found at this link.
Recording of Sr. MaryAnne Francolanza’s presentation on Ecological Holiness.
Recording of Fr. Bill’s Sheehan’s presentation on Teachings & Principles of St. Ignatius
Programs and events sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of New Jersey
Programs and events sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of NYC
Programs and events sponsored by Contemplative Outreach of Connecticut
Retreat schedule for Holy Cross Monastery, West Park, NY
Programs and events sponsored by Closer than Breath, an online, interspiritual community where you can practice Centering Prayer and study universal truths to deepen your relationship with God and find peace within.
Podcast: Opening Minds, Opening Hearts