
Are you seeking to deepen your interior life through the practice of Centering Prayer? Do you have a desire to develop a closer connection to the divine as well as those around you? Opening Minds, Opening Hearts is a podcast for both the curious meditator and long-time practitioner of Centering Prayer. On each episode, hosts Colleen Thomas and Mark Dannenfelser will reflect on the method of Center... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

This episode weaves together three healing modalities: 12-step recovery, psychotherapy, and Centering Prayer, through the wisdom and lived experience of Howard B. Howard shares what it truly means to accept our basic core of goodness as our true self... more
Welcome back to Opening Minds, Opening Hearts. In this episode, we are joined by Lawrence H, who was introduced to Centering Prayer while serving time at Folsom State Prison in 2009 and has since dedicated his life to sharing the practice with others... more
Welcome back, everyone! We are so glad you are joining us. In this episode, we are joined by the Reverend Nhien Vuong, contemplative teacher, ordained minister, founder of the Evolving Enneagram, and author of The Enneagram of the Soul, for a deeply ... more
Welcome back to Opening Minds, Opening Hearts. In this episode, we are joined by two dear friends and beloved members of the Contemplative Outreach family, Pamela Begeman and Matt Scrimgeour, for a warm and honest dinner table conversation about Cent... more
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Incredible discussions with amazing people. Centering prayer and contemplative Christianity.
Thank you for such an amazing opportunity to learn from the leaders in this space.
For years I’d been recommended to try centering prayer. Whether it was the divine timing of my readiness, the spiritual curation of the speakers, podcasts being an accessible way my neurodivergent mind comprehends information, something clicked and I’ve been able with your app to begin my sitting practice with quiet confidence and hope. Grateful beyond measure to be with you in mind body and spirit.
Depth, great guests, rich discussion . Hosts are really creative. Funny, moving, unique…worth a listen for sure
Depth, great guests, rich discussion . Hosts are really creative. Funny, moving, unique…worth a listen for sure
Thank you, this is such a wonderful podcast.
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A reflective show focused on Centering Prayer and contemplative practice, featuring conversations with practitioners and teachers from Contemplative Outreach. Episodes explore healing, trauma, addiction recovery, and social action through spiritual disciplines, often tying personal journeys to broader spiritual frameworks like Divine Therapy and the Enneagram. Notable elements include intimate guest conversations, practical practice insights, and a strong emphasis on community, service, and embedding contemplative life into daily action. This program is likely to appeal to listeners seeking spiritual growth, practical mindfulness, and deeper connections between inner life and outward impact.
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Opening Minds, Opening Hearts launched 4 years ago and published 36 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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2. Lawrence Hamilton
3. Reverend Nhien Vuong
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5. Matt Scrimgeour
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