"Silence is God's first language... everything else is a poor translation."
— Thomas Keating

CENTERING PRAYER

Centering Prayer is a simple practice of silent, contemplative prayer that invites us to rest in God’s presence and deepen our awareness of God’s love in daily life. This is a joint ecumenical ministry shared by St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, St. Joseph Parish (Roman Catholic), and Contemplative Outreach Northwest, welcoming people from either congregation and the wider community.

Whether you are new to Centering Prayer or have an established practice, you are warmly invited to take part. While rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition and shaped in part by the teaching of Father Thomas Keating and Contemplative Outreach, this ministry welcomes people from a range of faith backgrounds who are drawn to prayerful silence.

Our gatherings offer a gentle and welcoming rhythm. A typical meeting includes a brief reading, a period of silent prayer, a short meditative walk, a second period of silent prayer, and time for quiet fellowship. You do not need prior experience to join.

Gathering options

  • St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 111 NE 80th, Seattle: first, third, and fifth Mondays at 7:00 PM, meeting at the parking lot entrance at 6:45 PM
  • St. Joseph Parish, 732 18th Ave E, Seattle: Saturdays at 8:00 AM, Brebeuf Room, lower level of the Parish Center

Together, these two gatherings form one shared Centering Prayer ministry across both congregations, offering two regular opportunities to participate.

For more information about the practice of Centering Prayer, see Contemplative Outreach Northwest.
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