The call to contemplation is universal; just as the call to union with God is the natural flowering of our Baptism--a realization of what is already there and who we already are. During this retreat Fr. Cyprian will draw new insights about the interior way from the foundational teachings of Jesus, St. Paul and the desert fathers, as well as draw on the Universal Wisdom that is contained and articulated in other great spiritual traditions. This retreat time will include prayer, chanting and singing, and several guided meditation sessions.

This retreat will take place at the beautiful Shalom Retreat Center near Portland, Oregon. It will begin on Thursday, with Vespers at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by the first session at 7 pm and continue through the weekend concluding on Sunday with the  Eucharist at 10 a.m., followed by brunch.