Tackling Tough Texts Price: $435.00 Date: October 7, 2013 John Bell Oct 7-10, 2013 Just as we cannot pick and choose aspects of our nation’s history which we like, but rather have to deal with the warts as well as the wonders, so Christians as people of the Book cannot simply erase aspects of …
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  Deep Silence Periods While the monastery is most often a place of deep quiet and relaxation, complete silence is usually observed only during the nightly Greater Silence from 8:30 pm until 8:30 am. The following dates are times when the Guesthouse remains in full silence around the clock. Specifically, the full and continuous silence …
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  Brush with God: Icon Retreat Tuesday, November 12 – Friday, November 15 Led by Peter Pearson, osb   For over twenty five years, Peter Pearson has been teaching others to paint icons using the classic techniques of Byzantine iconography. In each workshop there is a focus on the four fold way of iconographers: technique, history, theology, and prayer. …
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  Quest by Question Tuesday, November 12 – Friday, November 15 Led by Sr. Elizabeth Broyles Throughout time philosophers and theologians have grappled with the great questions that arise in being alive. The scriptures grapple, too: What is my relationship with God, my human family and creation? There are some very provocative ones: “Am I my …
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  Contemplative Days Tuesday, October 22 – Friday, October 25 Praying along-side the monastic community A completely silent time with the monks as we observe our autumn “Contemplative Days.” During this period we are in complete silence, no programs or spiritual direction are offered and there is a reduced worship schedule (Matins, Eucharist and Vespers). …
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  Seeking Christ Sophia Tuesday – Friday, October 8-11 Led by Led by Sr. Elizabeth Broyles and Sr. Shane Phelan Tell me about God. I’ve almost forgotten. Recent years have brought a recovery of feminine images of God, yet many people still struggle to overcome lifetimes of exposure to exclusively masculine imagery. Join the Companions …
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  Alexander Technique Friday, October 4 – Sunday, October 6 The Alexander Technique Retreat features three days of intensive yet relaxing study with Bill Connington, a renowned, certified Alexander teacher with more than 20 years experience.  The Alexander Technique is a 100-year-old method aimed at improving the way the body is used.  A few of …
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    Associates Retreat Friday, August 30 – Sunday, September 1 Labor Day Weekend Led by Father Bob Pierson, OSB   Nothing Harsh, Nothing Burdensome: Balance and Moderation in Benedictine Life Fr. Bob Pierson, OSB, a monk from St. John’s Abbey in Collegeville, MN, will reflect on the Benedictine value of balance and moderation, showing …
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  40-Hour Contemplative Prayer Vigil Capping Shalem’s 40th Anniversary Year 7pm October 13 through 11am October 15, 2013 Bon Secours Spiritual Center, Marriottsville, MD Join us in-person or host a vigil in your community as we celebrate the past 40 years, practice gratitude for the present moment, and attend to the unfolding future.   Save …
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  First Time in Silent Retreat If you haven’t yet come on retreat with us because it’s new or daunting, this weekend is for you. Br. Jim will gently usher you into the experience of silence and solitude, offer reflections and suggest ways you might experiment with prayer between sessions. Retreat leader: Br. Jim Woodrum, …
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