The VISION of Contemplative Outreach of North San Diego is to foster the process of transformation in Christ in one another through the practice of Centering Prayer.
The MISSION of Contemplative Outreach of North San Diego is to: present the method of Centering Prayer, build a Christ-centered community, and support the contemplative life.
CORE VALUES
Value -- Christ Centered
We will know we are living by this value when we: Commit ourselves to be faithful to the practice of Centering Prayer twice a day. Embrace the inspiration and direction of the Holy Spirit in accomplishing our Vision and Mission. Share the method of Centering Prayer with utmost charity and humility.
Value -- Humility
We will know we are living by this value when we: Acknowledge that any good accomplished by CONSD is the work of the Holy Spirit. Are transparent in our actions. Treat everyone we meet, within and outside of CONSD, in a non-judgmental manner. Respond to every issue that comes to us in a non-judgmental manner.
Value -- Utmost Charity
We will know we are living by this value when we: Reach out with compassion, understanding, and joy in the pursuit of our Vision and Mission Statements. Accept and value each person wherever she/he may be on their spiritual journey. Treat every person and issue with utmost patience.
Value -- Community
We will know we are living by this value when we: Cultivate and foster a spirit of unity and utmost charity throughout the spiritual network. Honor and respect people within and outside of our Christian tradition regardless of differences in outlook, theology, or practice. Hear, share, learn, and grow in union with one another with God as our center. Reach out with utmost hospitality in all that we say and do.
Value -- Encourage and Support
We will know we are living by this value when we: Offer the Centering Prayer Introductory Program regularly. Present programs/events that encourage spiritual illumination, growth, and transformation regularly. Hear and respond to the needs of the CONSD membership. Affirm each member's desire to develop a closer relationship with God.
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