Paul Peterhans, M.Div.

Paul is a longtime Centering Prayer practitioner and original witness to Contemplative Outreach’s founding. He has served as youth minister, organizer, business owner, and theology teacher. Trained in Special Education, BreathWave breathing, and yoga, he will train as a Sacred Deathcare Guide. He helped establish Contemplative Outreach Northwest and promote Centering Prayer regionally.

Upcoming Programs by Paul Peterhans, M.Div.

6 Day (5 Night) Contemplative Outreach Intensive Silent Centering Prayer Retreat

Also With Anna-Camille Wooden, OSB

November 8 - 13, 2026

This retreat provides an opportunity to deepen your established Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community, away from the busyness of daily life, and to allow your mind, body and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action within. It has an educational component to immerse you both in the practice of […]

Introduction to Centering Prayer *Fall

Also With Paz Vital, OSB

November 14, 2026

Centering Prayer Retreat A Time of Silence, Prayer & Renewal Come away for a time of quiet and deepen your relationship with God. Centering Prayer is a simple, ancient Christian practice of silent prayer—a way of opening ourselves to God’s presence and action in our lives. Whether you are new to Centering Prayer or want […]

Introduction to Centering Prayer *Advent

Also With Paz Vital, OSB

December 5, 2026

Centering Prayer Retreat A Time of Silence, Prayer & Renewal Come away for a time of quiet and deepen your relationship with God. Centering Prayer is a simple, ancient Christian practice of silent prayer—a way of opening ourselves to God’s presence and action in our lives. Whether you are new to Centering Prayer or want […]