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 "Christ...humbled himself."

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 "...the light shines in the darkness.'"

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  "...and they shall name him 'Emmanuel.'"

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 "Go and tell...what you hear and see."

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  "One who is more powerful than I is coming after me."

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 "Keep awake...you do not know on what day your Lord is coming."

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 "Jesus, remember me..."

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    "Surely it is God who saves me."

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    "O sing to the Lord a new song."

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   "Today salvation has come to this house."

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    "All who humble themselves will be exalted."

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SLT Minutes from October 8, 2022

Present:  Chris Hagen, Jan Simpson, Diane Oldfield, Nichola Riggle, Vicki Rehkopf, Rick Martin, Susan Wheeler, Elena Bertran, Joan Thompson, Diane Langworthy, Mary Williams, and Linda Dollins

Mary greeted us and opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with a prayer and then a 10-minute period of Centering Prayer.

Reports:

COSD Update:  Karen Downs will have a Silent Saturday retreat on December 10.  She also facilitated an Introductory Workshop in September.  Mary said we appreciate these local opportunities hosted by COSD.

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   "Grant me justice against my opponent."

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  "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!"

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 "Guard the good treasure entrusted to you."

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  "I am in agony in these flames..."

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   "Is there no balm in Gilead?"

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  "There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous persons..."

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 "You yourself created my inmost parts."

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 "Continually offer a sacrifice of praise to God."

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 "My praise shall be always of you."

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 "I came to bring fire to the earth."

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 "Faith is . . . the conviction of things not seen."

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July 2022 Facilitator Meeting

     For our prayer group facilitator Zoom gathering of July 16, 2022, the focus was on technical tips and faith sharing. The recording of this meeting is available in two YouTube videos (see below). Part 1 is a 20-minute overview of how to use the Resources tab in this blog, with information on the wealth of materials that are available to us  through communications that CO, Ltd, sends out -- particularly the videos that continue to be added to CO's YouTube channel and suggestions that are shared in the quarterly Voice E-Bulletin for Volunteers. Part 2 includes a training video with Nestor de Armas* offering pointers on faith sharing in prayer groups, followed by our group discussion. 

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  "Be on your guard against . . . greed."

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  "Ask, and it will be given you..."

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SLT Minutes from July 9, 2022

Present: Chris Hagen, Jan Simpson, Diane Oldfield, Deborah Lewallen, Nichola Riggle, Vicki Rehkopf, Rick Martin, Susan Wheeler, Parth Domke, Kathy Mendoza, Elena Bertran, Joan Thompson, Diane Langworthy, Mary Williams, and Linda Dollins.

Mary Williams opened the meeting at 9:30 with a 10-minute period of Centering Prayer, a pause, and then continued silence for those who are ill or having difficulties.

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 "There is need of only one thing."

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  "Go and [show mercy] likewise."

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  "Let us work for the good of all."

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 "Let the dead bury their own dead."

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 "All of you are one in Christ Jesus."

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 "God's love has been poured into our hearts."

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   "You send forth your Spirit."

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  "[May] they all be one."

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  "My peace I give to you."

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   "Behold, I make all things new."

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CONSD Scholarship Guidelines

CONSD SCHOLARSHIPS:  Team Meeting (Linda Dollins, Mary Williams, Susan Wheeler, Kathy Mendoza, Joan Thompson) of May 4, 2022

Purpose

Invest in individuals to attend “functions” (retreats, study, seminars, Etc.) that support CONSD values as stated in the Mission Statement:

Mission Statement

The Mission of Contemplative Outreach of North San Diego is to:
· Teach Centering Prayer
· Build a Christ centered community, and
· Support the Contemplative life

Mission | Contemplative Outreach (consd.org)

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  "My cup is running over."

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  "It is the Lord!"

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SLT Minutes from April 9, 2022

Present:  Mary Williams, Elena Andrews, Linda Dollins, Parth Domke, Chris Hagen, Diane Langworthy, Rick Martin, Kathy Mendoza, Diane Oldfield, Vicki Rehkopf, Nichola Riggle, Jan Simpson, Joan Thompson, Susan Wheeler.

The meeting was opened at 9:32 AM by Mary Williams with a reading from Psalm 107 and a 10-minute period of Centering Prayer.

Reports:

COSD Update:  Ardy Woodmansee and Karen Downs have stepped down from COSD’s servant leadership team.  However, Karen still occasionally leads small introductory workshops.  Janet Hagen serves as treasurer, Cristina Romero leads Spanish-speaking outreach, C.J. Carlo works on half-day retreats and days of prayer, and Kathy DiFede helps with retreat planning and leading.

Media Librarian:  Diane Oldfield announced a new media project organized by Rick Martin which would transfer our existing DVD’s and CD’s to a CONSD-designated YouTube site.  Rick explained that he will collect the material from Diane and, over the next few months, rip the DVD’s and CD’s and then post them on our website.  Diane has emailed facilitators and the SLT to return any borrowed media and has had a good response. 

Facilitator Enrichment Team:  Mary reported that she, Parth Domke, Nichola Riggle, and Kathy Agnew will work together to develop resources and events designed to support our facilitators.  Events might include facilitator gatherings to share ideas and materials and more formal presentations.

Financial report:  The chapter received $5,075.00 in donations last month, increasing our balance from $14,848 to $19,798.74.  With the additional $5,000, Linda suggested that we honor any request for scholarships without restrictions.  A discussion ensued, and Linda then proposed we honor requests without restrictions for 6 months and observe what happens.  Discussion continued, and Linda proposed forming a group to discuss scholarship issues.  Mary, Joan, Kathy M., Susan, and Linda will be in the group.

Communications:  Mary said the work on revising the CONSD website is moving slowly because of the website’s limitations mentioning fonts as one problem.  Mary will continue the work.

     Mary also requested help with the next Newsletter.  Diane Langworthy volunteered to write an article about Chris’s “Becoming the Whole Self.”  Diane also said she would find someone to write an article about David Frenette’s Zoom presentation in May. Mary will write the article on United in Prayer Day.  Susan commented on how inspiring the Ukrainian prayer group was, and Mary said she would include any submitted responses about U in P Day in her article.

     Diane L. mentioned that her prayer group at Mary Magdalene Apostle is no longer following the hybrid model. They are currently meeting Zoom-only because of the current surge in Covid (omicron) and because it is difficult to sustain a prayerful atmosphere with the technical complexities of the hybrid model. Occasionally, the group meets in person for a day retreat.  

Events:  Chris said his presentation for April 23 is complete. He would like the event recorded. Susan said 78 have registered and more are expected with the last flyer send.  Susan is experiencing difficulties with Gmail to communicate with registrants. Diane L. suggested Susan use Eventbrite.  Parth has some information about Eventbrite and might be able to help. Parth, Diane L., and Susan may meet to discuss improvements to registration/communication. 

Presenter Enrichment Day: C.O. Ltd. is offering this support on April 30 to presenters. Mary will send out a reminder.

Introductory Workshops:  The next workshop is scheduled for June 4 on Zoom, and Mary will host it. The team needs to meet, and Jan will be back after April 23^.  Mary has transferred printed hardcopies of handouts and other folder materials to Word documents that can be sent to participants via email.

     Patti Smith will be a presenter on June 4, but more presenters are needed.  Diane L. said she would present if she had help developing new slides and learning the technology involved. Parth suggested Diane L. watch the recorded C.O. Intro Workshops to see how they are done.  Mary said online presenter training / refreshers are available through C.O.

     Mary said the Intro workshop also needs one or more follow-up facilitators for the 4-6 weeks of continuing sessions. Rick asked what training would be needed.  Mary explained the 90-minute format for the follow-ups:  a period of Centering Prayer, showing a video for formation, facilitating faith sharing and discussion. Training is not required, but familiarity with the material is essential. Jan is willing to serve as a follow-up facilitator.

Fr. Vincent Pizzuto:  Fr. Vincent is scheduled for November 12. Nichola Riggle of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Del Mar has secured their sanctuary, which has excellent video equipment, for the event. Nichola will also schedule the Parish Hall for refreshments.  She said that the L’Auberge Hotel across the street from the church might be a place to host Fr. Vincent. Mary will ask Fr. Vincent if he would be able to celebrate Mass at St. Peter’s on that evening of his presentation. Fr. Vincent is also willing to default to a Zoom gathering if need be due to Covid surges. Thank you to Nichola for her vision and efforts to make this event possible.

Elena Bertran Retreat:  Elena had to leave the meeting early, but Mary has asked her about presenting either in September or December since Fr. Vincent is scheduled for November when Elena, traditionally, hosts her retreats.  September will probably not work as Elena may be traveling then. Mary and Elena will discuss other possibilities.

Calendar: Chris Hagen, “Becoming the Whole Self” April 23, Introductory Workshop June 4, Presenter Enrichment Day April 30, Prince of Peace Retreat October 14-16, Fr. Vincent Pizzuto November 12. 

     Diane Langworthy said that Oliva Espin is planning a zoom retreat/workshop for Mary Magdalene Apostle Catholic Community on May 21.  She is considering repeating her retreat on Teresa of Avila or creating a new retreat on Thea Bowman who is being considered for canonization.  Mary, Linda, Kathy, and others recommended Thea Bowman.  Diane L. said Thea Bowman’s work relates to that of CAC’s Barbara Holmes’ contributions. 

Closing: Mary closed the meeting at 11:20 AM with the Casa del Sol Prayer of Jesus.

Respectfully submitted,

Linda Dollins and Mary Williams

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 "Do not doubt but believe."

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 "I have seen the Lord."

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 "His mercy endures forever."

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 "Leave her alone."

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 "See, everything has become new!"

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   "The place on which you are standing is holy ground."

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  "The Lord is my light and my salvation."

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 "For forty days [Jesus] was tempted by the devil."

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  "When the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone."

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 "Love your enemies..."

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SLT Meeting Minutes from Jan 15, 2022

Present: Linda Dollins, Parth Domke, Chris Hagen, Deborah Lewallen, Rick Martin, Kathy Mendoza, Diane Oldfield, Jan Simpson, Joan Thompson, Susan Wheeler.

The meeting was opened by Linda Dollins with a reading from Psalm 119 and a 10-minute period of centering prayer.

Following the CONSD annual new year’s practice, the team read and reflected upon the chapter’s Vision and Mission Statements and Core Values.

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 "Blessed are you who are poor..."

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 "Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people."

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 "Faith, hope, and love abide...the greatest of these is love."

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 "We were all baptized into one body."

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  "You have kept the good wine until now."

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 "The Holy Spirit descended upon him ... "

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