Centering Prayer & Lectio Divina Retreat
With Laurie Erickson and Gwen Pickering
April 24 - 26, 2026
Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina Retreat
- Spiritual Directors Laurie Erickson and Gwen Pickering will be facilitating the Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina Retreat, based on the teachings of Father Thomas Keating, OCSO.
- There will be several 20 minute sits each day and time for quiet reflection and rest. Extended sessions of group centering prayer offer the opportunity to deepen your relationship with God and self. Enjoy the labyrinth, courtyard, walking trails, and art gallery.
- Participants are invited to join the Sisters for prayer, following the daily schedule of Liturgy of the Hours.
- All meals and a private room are included.
You are welcome to make the retreat, whether you are just beginning the practices or are deeply formed by them.
About the Leaders
Laurie Erickson
Laurie received training in spiritual direction at Christos Spiritual Formation Center in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. Laurie has a B.S. in Business and is a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer. Her interests in the context of spiritual direction include centering prayer, and using bio-spiritual focusing as a way to listen deeply to God’s presence through one’s […]
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Gwen Pickering
Gwen received her training as a spiritual director from the Franciscan Spirituality Center in La Crosse, WI. She is a commissioned presenter of both centering prayer and the welcoming prayer through Contemplative Outreach. She also received training in leading the Ignatian Exercises through Sacred Ground. Gwen earned her undergraduate degree in secondary education from the […]
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