Snow Moon Satsang

A sacred gathering of friends to bring the many different spiritual communities in Central Louisiana together for a Full Moon celebration on Sunday, February 5th at 5 pm at the Yoga & Youth Center at 485 McKeithen Drive in Alexandria, La. Featuring a Drum Circle, Kirtan, Dancing, Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation. (Bring your own drum or shaker/rattle if you want to join in the drum circle.) Sponsored by Art of Living and Cenla Meditation Group. Free to attend. No reservations necessary. Vendors interested in having a table or other groups interested in being on program lineup should contact us ASAP.

Be Still & Know Retreat

Saturday, February 29, 2020
Chicot State Park
9:00 am – 6:00 pm

A Lenten introduction to Contemplative Christian Spirituality for Seekers, Doubters, Rebels, and Ragamuffins. Together we will spend a day of prayer and silence exploring classic Christian practices such as: Celtic Daily Prayer, Centering Prayer, Prayer Walking, Chanting, Lectio Divina, and other disciplines. This is an ecumenical gathering of friends where all are welcome as they are, no one is excluded for any reason. This will be a silent retreat with dedicated times for discussion and sharing.

We will practice at the Chicot State Park Meeting Room on the secluded east side of Bayou Chicot Lake with meal provided and opportunities for afternoon hiking and evening campfire to close out the day. You are welcome to leave earlier in the day if needed.

Must register in advance through Eventbrite as space is limited. $40 registration includes meal. No additional registration fees. Cancellations allowed up to 7 days prior to the event.

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Re•new Meditation Retreat

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Begin the first weekend of 2020 with a silent Meditation Retreat at beautiful Bayou Chicot State Park. We will practice traditional sitting and walking meditation, as well optional practices of Gentle Yoga, Qi Gong, chanting, nature walks, journaling, and tea. Enjoy delicious vegetarian meals in cozy lakeside cabins overlooking the lake. Available space is limited to 20 participants in bunk style rooms. Each guest is asked to contribute at least one dish to cover food for the weekend. Cost is $125, non-refundable due to the limited time for registration.

Only online Registration available thru Eventbrite.com

Wolf Moon Satsang

Sunday, January 20, 2019
6:30-8:30 PM
River Oaks Square Arts Center
2nd floor of the Annex Building

Our first Satsang of 2019 was a great time of Chanting and Meditation. Join us for the Full Moon Satsang which also happens to be the first Lunar Eclipse of the year. Free to attend. Donations welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. No need to bring anything. Tea and cushions provided.

Satsang: Releasing & Receiving

Close out 2018 with a grateful heart, forgiving spirit, and clear head. Welcome 2019 with intention and mindfulness. We will gather for Satsang with chanting, tea, guided practices, walking meditation, heart opening, and intention setting. Free to attend. Donations welcome. Dress comfortably. Bring friends.

January 6, 2019 from 6:30-8pm

River Oaks Square Arts Center

Rituals To Awaken

We begin our new practice series Rituals To Awaken Wednesdays at 6pm. One basic ritual is a commitment to practice meditation. During this series you are invited to bring offerings for the altar such as fresh flowers, fruit, nuts, water, or sacred objects to contribute to the practice of community.

River Oaks Square Arts Center 2nd floor. Free to attend. No experience necessary. Enter through 2nd St. entrance facing the parking lot before 6pm when door is locked for security.

Leaning Into Fear


Throughout the month of October we will be using our weekly meditation to work with the scary stuff in our lives in a different way. In light of recent events we will begin the series with our response to trauma and transmuting fear into compassion and action. 
We meet every Tuesday at River Oaks Square Arts Center, 2nd floor, doors locked at 6:30pm. All are welcome. Free to attend. No experience needed.

We’re Moving 

Due to unforeseen circumstances Cenla Meditation will not meet this Tuesday, May 9th, and will be returning to River Oaks Square Arts Center beginning Tuesday, May 16th, at our original time of 6:30pm. Sorry for any inconvenience this week. Look forward to practicing with you next week. Many thanks to Body Tao Spa for hosting the group these past few months. It’s been a great experience for us to grow. We are also grateful for the hospitality of River Oaks Square Art Center and the opportunity to remain a part of the local downtown community.