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The ICL recognizes the intimate connection between study and practice, and the necessity for those engaging in contemplation to be connected to other seekers.  The ICL also recognizes that those seeking contemplation do not all live in the same place, so study and connection must use every means available, both electronic and personal, to make the contemplative connections of mind, body, spirit, community, and environment.  These various programs reflect a combination of electronic and personal interaction for the contemplative benefit of all.

Some definitions

A Workshop is an evening or a weekend investigating and exploring aspects of tactical contemplation for groups. 

Read more about our upcoming events and workshops

Read a Review of our first Liturgical Contemplation Workshop in Boston

A Retreat is an extended period of time of reflection mixed with silence to explore tactical contemplation. 



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