An increasing number of people are seeking guidance in the art of prayer. The poverty of spirit and alienation from God which goes to the heart of our society affects us all. We are aware that we want to know more about God the unknowable. We are aware, too, that if we want to explore and to experience the mystery which is God, we need someone to accompany us on the journey.

For those who wish to deepen their spiritual life and to grow as a human person before God, the Westminster Cathedral Centre for Sprituality arranges regular confidential conversations with experienced and trained guides. Many people have taken part in weeks of guided prayer at the Cathedral.

FIRST WEDNESDAYS 2009                                   
We invite you to take time out to explore your spiritual journey on the first Wednesday of every month in the Hinsley Room, Morpeth Terrace (right of the main entrance to Westminster Cathedral ) between 12 noon and 4.30pm.

At 12 noon there will an input on prayer and at 12.30pm we will have 20 minutes silent meditation. At 2pm and 3.30pm there will be a short input and guidance on prayer, then time for reflection and sharing. During the day there will be an opportunity to talk one to one with an experienced prayer guide. These days are free of charge and open to anyone of faith and none.

THEMES AND FACILITATORS

7 January... "Who Do You Say I am?"
Led by Eileen McDade, spiritual director.

4 February... "I Have called You by Your Name".
Led by Sarah Richards, spiritual director.

4 March... Blessed are the Peacemakers.
Led by Chris Goodchild, teacher of the Alexander technique and spiritual director.

1 April... "Forgive Them, They Know Not What They Do"
Led by Claire Blood, spiritual director.

6 May... Rising to New Life.
led by Jill Benet, London coordinator for Comtemplative Outreach.

3 June... "Send Forth Your Spirit Lord and Renew the Face of the Earth."
Led by Fr. Paul Fox, parish priest in the diocese of Brentwood.

1 July... The Cloud of Unknowing.
Led by Michael Moran, author and worker for peace and reconciliation.

5 August... To Be A Pilgrim.
Led by John Woodhouse, coordinator of Westminster Cathedral's inter-faith group.

2 September... Listening to God.
Led by Michael Dorey,spiritual director.

7 October... Praying With Scripture.
Led by Eileen Dutt, coordinator of the Benedictine oblates for WCCM.

4 November... Love is Patient.
Led by Mary Lean, writer and spiritual director.

2 December... "God so Loved the World".
Led by Fr. Alan McLean, parish priest in the diocese of Southwark

Christian Meditation Group
The group meets every Monday evening (except Bank holidays) in the Hinsley Room in Morpeth Terrace, to the right of the Cathedral's main entrance as you face it.

This is an opportunity to renew one's prayer life following the tradition of the desert fathers,rediscovered by the Benedictine monk, John Main. Each session lasts about an hour, beginning with a short talk and leading to 25 minutes of silent prayer.

Lunchtime Meditation takes place Monday to Friday,12.30 to 1pm, in the little chapel in St. Paul's Bookshop, next to the Cathedral in the piazza.

There will be an introductory programme of six weeks, for anyone interested in this form of prayer, every lent and advent. For further information please ring 020 7231 6278.

All welcome to any of these events.

All these events, except where noted, take place in the Hinsley Room, Morpeth Terrace (right of the main entrance to Westminster Cathedral). In a few cases there is a fee for participation; otherwise we invite donations.

For further information please contact the Director of the Centre, Clergy House, 42 Francis Street, Westminster, London SW1P 1QW, or telephone 020 7798 9081.

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