Centering Prayer Timer, Led by Thomas Keating at Folsom Prison

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
  • Fr. Thomas Keating introduces a 20-minute session of Centering Prayer. During its first 4 minutes he offers verbal guidance, followed by silence and concluding with a very slow praying of the Lord's Prayer. Recorded 9/17/99 among prisoners in Folsom, CA who practice Centering Prayer.
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Komentáře • 62

  • @kathyburns2479
    @kathyburns2479 Před 2 lety +71

    Three days ago, I was led to this video a journey that started a month ago after reading the book by Richard Rohr, Falling Upward (and perfect diamond but I'm not finished with that one yet). This morning is day three of using this audio to guide me as a total newbie to this (and only saved 8 years ago) and my experience of being filled with God's perfect love, (for the benefit of others!!), brought me to tears. I pray that I can hold onto this all day till tonight's prayer. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I am 68 and have felt this intense longing since I can remember, I know this is what was missing in my life.

    • @gloriag6731
      @gloriag6731 Před 2 lety +6

      I ended up here from a similar path of finding Richard Rohr! I'm 44 and newly saved in 2019. So grateful to have found these men sharing this important information and instruction with us. ❤️ praying your journey is spirit filled and more amazing than you could ever imagine.

    • @John-qp4po
      @John-qp4po Před 2 lety +4

      I took the same journey 😊

    • @cmbzmail
      @cmbzmail Před 2 lety +4

      I cried as well

    • @lindadavis5964
      @lindadavis5964 Před 9 měsíci +2

      It is amazing how one thing leads to another. I found this video through Richard Rohr as well, it has been my morning routine for a few years now. What a blessing!

    • @Daniel-G-P
      @Daniel-G-P Před 7 měsíci +2

      Wonderful 🙏 ❤

  • @GiovannaGuerio
    @GiovannaGuerio Před 14 dny +1

    Father Keating's work "Has really changed my life!"

  • @tonifrancis2189
    @tonifrancis2189 Před 3 lety +26

    ."..and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us..." The most difficult part of the Lord's prayer.

  • @patriciajennings7401
    @patriciajennings7401 Před rokem +16

    I have been praying along with this group and Fr. Keating for over a year now. Despite being filmed awhile ago, I feel comfort praying alongside this video. I am much more peaceful during the days after centering. Bless you Fr. Keating for caring for these men and helping them find comfort.

    • @phyllischang5552
      @phyllischang5552 Před rokem +2

      Me too! His poetic opening is so profound and insightful that helps me to know God and me better. I am grateful to have this film available to the public. Thanks Fr. Keating!

  • @carlfigueiredo2095
    @carlfigueiredo2095 Před 3 lety +19

    My deepest thanks to you, Fr Keating; rest in the Eternal Peace of The Ultimate Reality. Amen

  • @JohnSmith-ih5ph
    @JohnSmith-ih5ph Před 4 lety +35

    Before being introduced to Fr. Keating, my mind was like a washing machine. He slowed it down and once in awhile it stopped for a brief moment. GRACE
    Thank you Fr. Keating.
    John
    Wexford
    Ireland

  • @marilynhallam3838
    @marilynhallam3838 Před rokem +3

    I have come home. Rest In Peace holy soul.

  • @judyd1159
    @judyd1159 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Perfect. Thank you so much ❤

  • @binggolitesbinggolites349
    @binggolitesbinggolites349 Před 2 lety +18

    With endless gratitude for Fr. Thomas Keating for teaching me this technique. Now i can calm my mind and open the way for our dear Lord to speak to me in my heart. Thank u so much.

  • @freelancebythebay
    @freelancebythebay Před rokem +6

    “Closer than breathing…thinking…choosing…consciousness...” Anyone else find their body completely disappear?

  • @silfawai1535
    @silfawai1535 Před 3 lety +7

    Yes grateful, for thomas keating,an his life, servitude, humour,love for truth,an sharing for me'"even now" kia ora🌬🌱silvi

  • @lauraboyle1054
    @lauraboyle1054 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thanks so much to Fr. Keating for this very helpful meditation
    Laura❤😊

  • @GretchenSaari
    @GretchenSaari Před 2 lety +3

    Beautiful. Thank you Fr. Keating.

  • @michaelshea5165
    @michaelshea5165 Před rokem +5

    I have been meditating daily for many years. This you, each week the focus will be a name for Cristin, a the reading something about Jesus that illustrates something about his character, the way he lived, the things he did. The name this week is Immanuel (or Emmanuel) meaning God with us. The first references to that name are in the 7th and 8th chapters of Isaiah, and there is another reference in Matthew. I believe this will strengthen my soul and make my meditation more purposeful. Samadhi and Vipassana are wonderful, but in my view preparatory. There is no godliness in those practices.

    • @Helios601
      @Helios601 Před 8 měsíci +2

      Religion is ego. The Samadhi you speak of is a luminous state of God awareness, that we are all God. This is not about Jesus, blessed be his name, it’s much bigger..& the ancient Yogic teachings outline this perfectly.

    • @carlfigueiredo2095
      @carlfigueiredo2095 Před 5 měsíci

      ​@@Helios601You put it beautifully. What you describe resonates with me perfectly. Be blessed!

  • @barbaras8838
    @barbaras8838 Před 3 lety +8

    so grateful for his Presence

  • @cmbzmail
    @cmbzmail Před 2 lety +3

    I feel so at peace gods grace becomes so real thank you 🙏 ❤️

  • @pilarlluchmarti4494
    @pilarlluchmarti4494 Před rokem +3

    Thank you from my heart!!! 🙏💛🙏

  • @inezcm1
    @inezcm1 Před 4 lety +9

    Thank you. Very peaceful. Love is forever loving

  • @goldmundc
    @goldmundc Před 4 lety +7

    full of light

  • @octoberlother3383
    @octoberlother3383 Před 3 lety +5

    Amazing to learn from Fr. Keating, thank you for the video sharing.

  • @adrianajakubik4767
    @adrianajakubik4767 Před 4 lety +18

    Thank you for sharing! It is beautiful to pray with Fr Thomas.

  • @Seeker12x12
    @Seeker12x12 Před rokem +1

    Thank you ✝️🙏✝️🙏✝️

  • @michaelpaoneofficial
    @michaelpaoneofficial Před rokem +2

    Such a beautiful practice. Thank you for posting.

  • @karinkirby4888
    @karinkirby4888 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this centering prayer with Fr. Thomas! 🙏🌷❤️🌹😘🌼🌺🙏

  • @cdog9559
    @cdog9559 Před 4 lety +8

    God' Bless Fr Keating , requiescat in pace. I enjoyed the grace of numerous week long retreats at St Joseph's in Spencer, Ma during his tenure as abbot. Centering Prayer retreats were very popular with Fr Basil Pennington OCSO(R.I.P) . Also enjoyed small sessions with Fr Theophane Boyd OCSO (R.I.P.) ! Fr Theophane was one of a kind !

  • @jamesmziegler
    @jamesmziegler Před 4 lety +8

    Thank you for leading this prayer ❤️

  • @fenimoi269
    @fenimoi269 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much fr. For centering prayer

  • @MsAngel1949
    @MsAngel1949 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you. This is amazing. I have been looking for a meditation like this. Much appreciated.

  • @lisafair6132
    @lisafair6132 Před 4 lety +9

    So Beautiful! Thank you!

  • @heimolanginvainio912
    @heimolanginvainio912 Před 4 lety +10

    Exquisite Rare and Incredible helpful!!

  • @dawnab7169
    @dawnab7169 Před 3 lety +4

    Love this!

  • @JIJMAN
    @JIJMAN Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely love this. Thank you 🙏🏾

  • @h92o
    @h92o Před 3 lety +2

    It is true. Like an ultimate truth as I know this.

  • @julieulatowski3761
    @julieulatowski3761 Před 2 lety +3

    Saint TK

  • @Sordidsot
    @Sordidsot Před rokem

  • @devoradamaris
    @devoradamaris Před 3 lety +2

    🕊🌐🕊

  • @sharonbeers6468
    @sharonbeers6468 Před 3 lety +1

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