COMING HOME TO MY CENTER: A Workshop on Contemplative Prayer

MAYSLAKE MINISTRIES presents

Coming Home to My Center with Dr. Jill Bates
This program will be offered again in the spring of 2010

Awakening to the Divine Presence within... Drawing on the wisdom of Thomas Keating, Barbara Fiand, Tich Nacht Han, Carolyn Stahl, Gloria Durka and others, we will explore the why, the what and the practice of contemplative prayer. The day will include presentation, conversation and practice methods of meditative prayer forms. Music, art, silence, scripture and body prayer are some of the methods that will be explored. Handouts will include articles and reading lists for further study. Our goal is to deepen understanding and raise awareness of the many styles of prayer that individuals can use and develop to deepen their relationship with God.

Jill Bates, M. Div., is an experienced presenter in the areas of Women’s Spirituality & Lay ministry. She holds a Certificate in Spiritual Companioning from the Diocese of Joliet. Jill earned her Doctor of Ministry degree from Graduate Theological Foundation and her Master of Pastoral Studies from Loyola University. Jill is currently a Chaplain at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL.