Centering Prayer vs Silentium WCCM

“God’s first word is silence.” -Thomas Keating Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer, prayer in which we experience God's presence within us, closer than breathing, closer than thinking, closer than consciousness itself. This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather it casts a new light and depth of meaning on them. Centering Prayer is an ancient method of Christian prayer adapted for modern times by Fathers Thomas Keating, William Meninger and Basil Pennington. The Centering Prayer application will support your daily prayer practice commitment. Beautiful and peaceful, the app includes an adjustable timer, as well as opening and closing prayer options that you may read before and after your silent prayer time. An assortment of sounds and backgrounds allow you to choose the type of environment you want to create for your prayer time. Brief instructions for learning Centering Prayer are also included. It is recommended you practice being in relationship with God through Centering Prayer twice a day for 20 minutes to begin with.

Silentium is the official meditation app of the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) — a global community sharing the ancient Christian tradition of silence and stillness. Guided by the teaching of John Main OSB, Silentium helps you build a daily rhythm of meditation and reflection. Experience calm, clarity, and connection through a practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. Features: • Audio and video meditation instructions available in multiple languages. • A customizable timer with gentle bells and ambient backgrounds • AI-powered insights to help you understand and deepen your practice • Daily reflections and readings from the WCCM community • Smart meditation reminders to keep your rhythm steady • Tracking of meditation history, streaks, and achievements • Offline mode for uninterrupted silence anywhere • Access to WCCM resources and global community events Silentium is more than an app — it’s a space for stillness, awareness, and shared spiritual growth across the world.