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Transform Your Life Through Centering Prayer

Whether you’re new to Centering Prayer or have years of experience, through the teaching and practice over the next 10 days, you will have the opportunity to expand your understanding of this Contemplative Christian discipline. You have been invited by God into a deeper connection with the Divine Presence, your True Self and others. I am honored to be your guide on this journey of transformation.

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Meet your Teacher

Maria Gullo

Marlton, NJ

Maria Gullo, MSPC is a Spiritual Director and Ordained Minister. As a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer through Contemplative Outreach, Maria has been teacher, workshops and retreat leader throughout the United States for more than 15 years. She has dedicated her life’s work to the practice and teaching of Centering Prayer and Contemplative Christian Spirituality for more than 22 years, studying the Christian mystics, Thomas Merton, Fathers Thomas Keating, Richard Rohr and many other great teachers. In addition, Maria has a Master’s degree in Pastoral Counseling, a certification in Spiritual Direction and is an ordained minister.

10 Days

10.4k students

4.8 stars

14 min / day

Divine Connection

English

Lesson 1

Your Deepest Desire

In this session you will learn about the soul’s desire for wholeness and connection with God, self and others and how this desire leads into Centering Prayer. Identifying and listening to this desire is at the heart of all true transformation. You will experience a practice of sinking in to this desire. You will notice as you give it your attention it strengthens within you. Tomorrow we will discuss the origin and history of Centering Prayer.

Lesson 2

History of Centering Prayer

In this session you will gain an understanding of the history of Centering Prayer and how it has come to be an integral Contemplative Christian Spiritual discipline for us today. As we explore how this practice has been a part of the Christian journey of transformation will help you receive and believe how it will serve you today. Tomorrow in Day 3 we will unpack the depth of Centering Prayer and how it differs from meditation.

Lesson 3

Further Into The Deep With Centering Prayer

In this session as we unpack the depth of Centering Prayer you will expand your understanding of how it is both relationship and prayer discipline, resting in God and God resting within. This relationship is the source of Love and authentic transformation that lasts a lifetime. Tomorrow in Day 4 I will share the importance of preparing for prayer and the 4 Guidelines that are the foundational steps or movements of Centering Prayer. You will grow in your understanding of them in their profound simplicity and how they move you into your practice.

Lesson 4

Preparing for Prayer & The 4 Guidelines

In today’s session I will share preparing for prayer, the Four Guidelines of Centering Prayer and choosing a sacred word. Deepening your understanding will help foster your commitment and incorporate Centering Prayer into your life on a daily basis. Tomorrow I will unpack the second guideline.

Lesson 5

The Second Guideline

In today’s session I will unpack Guideline two. Again, quite simple, yet profound when practiced. As all the guidelines help to ground us in our Centering Prayer practice. The Guidelines are not hard and fast rules, rather the way that leads to transformation as we return to resting in God through Centering Prayer. Tomorrow I will unpack the third guideline.

Lesson 6

The Foundation of Centering Prayer

In today’s session, I will unpack the Guidelines three and four which in a way, is the anchor principle of Centering Prayer.It often raises the most questions, but inevitably helps to foster the work of transformation. Tomorrow I will present what’s called the 4 R’s of Centering Prayer which are extremely helpful in understanding the process of consent and letting go.

Lesson 7

Reverse Engineering

In today’s session, after a quick review of the Four Guidelines of Centering Prayer I will share with you the 4 R’s which lead you into understanding how to handle thoughts during a prayer session. A good number of your questions about what’re ‘doing’ during prayer may be addressed today. Tomorrow I will be guiding you through an actual Centering Prayer session. Due to the length of this course, the prayer will be shortened, yet still effective in putting into practice all you’ve learned up to this point.

Lesson 8

Let Us Pray

Today’s session is all about the practical experience of Centering Prayer as I guide you through a complete yet shortened prayer time. You are participating in your own transformation by simply showing up to God in this prayer. The rest up is to God. Tomorrow I will help you debrief from your prayer time today. I’ll talk about what to expect and what not to expect as you incorporate Centering Prayer into your life.

Lesson 9

Clearing Up The Questions

Today I will address the ten most common questions I hear regularly and offer answers to shed more light on this practice. As you continue to participate in your commitment to Centering Prayer, you can trust transformation is happening in you and through you. Tomorrow on the tenth and last day of this course, I will discuss the power of consent and offer you further instruction, encouragement and resources that will be a helpful support as you are well on your way to transforming your life through Centering Prayer.

Lesson 10

What’s It All About?

Congratulations on your final day of this course. Today, I will discuss the far reaching impact of the power of consent sometimes described as letting go and letting God. As you continue in your daily practice, your desire and understanding will grow, your connection with God, yourself and others will deepen and you will transform your life through Centering Prayer.

Ask your teacher

This course includes 300 community questions and 145 audio replies from Maria Gullo. The community classroom and teacher audio replies are only available via the app.

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Recent Reviews

Pamela

September 30, 2025

Absolutely wonderful!

Paul

September 11, 2025

Second time I've taken, with a goal of improving my understanding of consenting. Mission accomplished! Day 10 was amazing, moving examination/explanation of Let go let God. Thank you so much.

Katie

September 6, 2025

Great basic introduction that did not immediately ask me to sit in the silence.

Jules

July 30, 2025

I found this course very enlightening ! Thank you very much, Maria!

Archie

July 7, 2025

Excellent information in a welcoming, non judgemental manner - bravo

Tiffany

July 6, 2025

Thank uou

Geoffry

April 16, 2025

Beautiful

Tim

March 25, 2025

The tone and content of this course was clear and compelling. The spiritual direction by Maria is given with sincerity and authenticity. It has helped me reground myself in the practice of contemplative prayer during this Lenten season.

Danee

February 18, 2025

Thank you. ❤️‍🔥

Julianna

October 27, 2024

Great course!

Laura

October 8, 2024

I really enjoyed this course and will likely take it again in the future. Maria has such a kind and nurturing spirit and is a pleasure to listen to. Thank you!🙏 😊

YannTyng

October 1, 2024

Beautiful and so calming. Thank you.

Alyson

September 8, 2024

This is fantastic! I learned so much, enjoyed every session, and I’m excited to use this practice in my daily life. Thank you, Maria, for this beautiful offering. It’s really touched my heart and soul.

Elizabeth

August 28, 2024

I appreciated the personal stories

Valerie

August 14, 2024

Thank you

Rebecca

July 25, 2024

Thank you! 🙏

MCO

June 27, 2024

Thank you from my heart for this beautiful, divine gift! ♥️🙏

Darla

April 27, 2024

Lovely course, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and your journey with us Maria. I’ve known about centering prayer for about a year now, felt very drawn to it, and have practiced it on and off. This course was just what I needed to be refreshed on the journey and recommit to the practice of centering prayer. Onward, upward, and inward.

Cynthia

April 26, 2024

Thank you so much for this offering, it was very supportive. 🙏🏻

Mary

February 24, 2024

This was so incredibly helpful. Thank you so much, Maria.

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