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.

Introduction to Centering Prayer

Also With Anna-Camille Wooden, OSB

September 19, 2026

Have you been longing for a deeper, more intimate relationship with God?   Sourced from the depths of the Christian contemplative tradition, Centering Prayer has emerged as a life-changing practice for those who embrace it.   The method of Centering Prayer, a traditional form of Christian contemplative prayer, gives you a way to say “yes” […]

Weekend Silent Centering Prayer Retreat @ St Placid

Also With Anna-Camille Wooden, OSB

October 16 - 18, 2026

This retreat is the perfect place for those new to Centering Prayer and beginners at silent retreats, as well as for experienced practitioners to have a chance to sit with others and experience a weekend of silence and rest. Arrival and registration is scheduled for Friday, October 16 at  3:00 p.m. followed by introductions 4 […]

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 […]