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About Lyndon

Dad of 2 who loves music, cooking, reading, flying, Buddhist meditation, and contemplative Christianity.

Spring Retreat at Chicot State Park

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Join us at beautiful Chicot State Park in cozy lakeside cabins for meditation, yoga, sound bathing, nature walks, journaling, and more.

What to Expect:

We will observe silence for the weekend except for designated times to allow for an immersion into the retreat experience. We will have various meditation practices sitting, walking, guided, and silent, as well as instruction, journaling, chanting, nature walks, yoga, and mindful eating. Lodging is in lakeside cabins with bunk-style rooms. We will have one cabin designated as the mediation hall and another cabin for meals.


Who is the Retreat Leader:

Lyndon Marcotte is an experienced retreat leader who has served for the past 15 years as the director of Cenla Meditation Group in Alexandria, LA, a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), and a Spiritual Caregiver in Hospice.


What To Bring:

  • At least one vegetarian dish or breakfast item. Tea, water, and coffee is provided.
  • Comfortable clothing. Shoes for nature walk if participating.
  • Bring a towel/washcloth just in case. Bedding is provided.
  • Yoga mats if participating in yoga. Meditation cushions will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own cushion if you prefer to use it.
  • Bring a journal and pen.
  • Donations for the retreat leader are optional and not included in the registration.


Parking:

Parking is limited to 2 vehicles per cabin. Car pooling is encouraged or park additional vehicles in available parking lots near the cabins within short walking distance.


How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email: Lyndon.Marcotte@icloud.com

How I register for the retreat?

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/renew-a-silent-meditation-retreat-tickets-1983149280884?aff=oddtdtcreator


Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes. Registration is non-refundable due to the limited time for registering, but you are welcome to send someone else in your place if you are unable to attend. Please notify by email who is taking your place.

365: A Year to Live Cohort

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We should live every day as though it were our last, being as fully present for each moment with loving-awareness as much as possible, but life happens… until it doesn’t. One way to become more mindful of every moment is to cultivate awareness through intention, action, and community support.

In 2024 we will be offering a hybrid learning and practice opportunity following Stephen Levine’s book “A Year to Live: How to Live This Year as Though It Were Your Last.” Beyond just another book study we will dedicate the first Mindful Monday of each month to this practice, have an online support group and other resources, as well as pairing up with a death buddy for accountability and support throughout the year of practice together. If you decide to join the cohort for 2024, you will need to commit to attend at least one Mindful Monday practice each month (livestream accommodations will be made for folks out of town), regular check-ins with your death buddy, purchasing a copy of the book, a small monthly donation to support the work of facilitating and to hold yourself accountable (no one will be turned away for inability to contribute), doing the work, and showing up for yourself and your buddy.

This type of work isn’t for everyone, but if you’re interested in going deeper in your own meditation practice and personal journey into more heart-full living this could be a great opportunity for you. The group will be organized from now till mid-December and begin January 1, 2024 and run through the end of the year. Email Lyndon@cenlameditation.org with questions or to register for the cohort.

Snow Moon Satsang

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.