Resources

Upcoming Gatherings, Retreats, Seminars, Schools of Wisdom and Pilgrimages

• The offerings below are on-going but all are welcome to join as they are able.  Please feel free to reach out to the contact person for each offering.  For upcoming seminars, pilgrimages, Schools of Wisdom, or other events of interest, please check out the "Latest Offerings" on our Home page at https://theooow.wpengine.com  
• Morning and Evening Prayer
  Join us via Zoom daily for prayer.   All are welcome.   Hosted by the Ann Arbor MI Priory. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 0730 to 0800 EDT join us for Morning Prayer led by Alison Hine.  On Wednesdays, you are welcome to stay afterwards for conversation from 0800 to 0830.  For more information on how to access via Zoom, contact Alison at [email protected] Tuesday & Thursday, 0730 to 0800 EDT join us for Morning Prayer w/Rosary led by Susan King and Sharon Kardia. For more information on how to join via Zoom, contact Susan at [email protected] Sunday Evening, 2000 to 2030 EDT (8-8:30pm) join us for Evening Prayer/chapel, led by Nancy Ogilvie.  Our worship time includes readings, music, and silence.  For more information  on how to join via Zoom, contact Nancy  Ogilvie at [email protected]
• The Gospel of Philip
  The Gospel of Philip is a treasure trove of mystical wisdom. Lynn Bauman has been writing a commentary for the Gospel of Philip and has completed a first draft.  This gathering will be an opportunity to help “beta test” his writing and the accompanying images during  the editing of the text.  Together we will explore this dense, mysterious and sometimes inscrutable text through a collective circling inquiry practice called "midrash".  From past experience, we know there is a kind of cross-pollination among a group of contemplatives that brings forth wisdom and understanding that would otherwise not arise. You are invited to participate in this discovery on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 1900 to 2100 EDT. You can find more details on this opportunity including how to register, fees, and program format by clicking on "Learn More" below.  
  Download(s): Details on the Gospel of Philip Study      
• Monks and Friends ~ A Monthly Contemplative Eucharist & Gathering of Community
  Monks and friends gather each month to share contemplative prayer, Eucharist and conversation. These gatherings are held via Zoom on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 1100 to 1400 CST.  If you would like to join us and become further acquainted with the OOOW and our community, we hope you will email us at [email protected] so we can send you information on how to join us on-line.
• Contemplation & Community ~ A Gathering of the North Texas Priory
  The North Texas Priory meets at various times throughout the year.  Gathering are currently via Zoom.  If you would like to be added to the mailing list and be notified of our gatherings, please email either Sally at [email protected] or Richard at [email protected]
• “Real Time” Thomas Group
  A twice-a-month study of the Gospel of Thomas held from 0900 to 1100 EDT on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month.  The study group meets via Zoom and is facilitated by Priest Alice Despard.  Each meeting consists of an opening meditation followed by an in-depth discussion of the logia selected for that week. This is a free offering.  Contact Alice at [email protected] for more details or visit the Priory's website https://majesterium.com/contemplative-action
• The Gospel of Thomas through the Kabbalistic Lens
  A twice-a-month Wednesday (2nd and 4th) study of the Gospel of Thomas held from 1915 to 2045 (7:15 to 8:45 pm) EDT facilitated by Monk Ed Clifford via Zoom.  Each gathering consists of an opening meditation and an in-depth discussion of the logia selected for that week. Participants may use any translation of the Gospel of Thomas.  Core commentary is provided from Bishop Lewis Keizer's book, The Kabbalistic Words of Jesus in the Gospel of Thomas.   This is a free offering.  For more information on how to join us, contact Ed at [email protected]
• Tarot Tuesdays
  This study group meets on Tuesday from 6 to 8pm CST via Zoom using the link below.   The study is led by Dr Lynn C Bauman (Abbot) and Sally Roberts (monk).  Together, we delve into the sapiential Tarot with the intent of helping the seeker to more deeply understand the cards as they apply to the Tarot card spread. Beginning the end of April 2022, our exploration focuses on the six states of wisdom from Logion 2 of the Gospel of Thomas as depicted in the deck of the Sapiential Tarot.  This ancient six comes from the original and visionary seeing of Yeshua and is the gift of serendipity and archaeology to us in the modern era. There is no charge for this seminar.  You may join as your schedule allows. To join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84203456334?pwd=VFYrNTNnbmFaQVhaT09sVE9ya0JmZz09
• Illuminating the Mystery ~ A Weekly Reflection on the Gospel of Thomas
  Join us for a Zoom-based study of the Gospel of Thomas utilizing the imagery and reflections from Diane Walker's book, "Illuminating the Mystery: Photographic Reflections on the Gospel of Thomas". The study convenes on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 til 6pm EST, led by Susan King. If you would like more information or to join the study, contact Susan at [email protected]. On the 4th Tuesday, a brief contemplative communion is shared at 6pm. Even if you are not participating in the study you are welcomed to the 6pm communion.