Brew Like a Monk: Spiritual Practice as Fermentation

A Spiritual Formation Elective Instructor B.J. Woodworth, Lead Pastor, The Open Door, and homebrewer Dates Sept. 17-20, 2017 Overview For centuries, beer has been a means for spiritual growth – from monks embracing the contemplative process of brewing “liquid bread” to the ways it has stimulated meaningful conversations when shared. Fermentation as well provides a …
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Immersion Experience 2017: An Invitation to a Deeper Spiritual Life

Come immerse yourself in the foundational course of our Spiritual Formation Certificate program that explores community-based Christian spirituality. Those who seek to nourish a deeper relationship with God are welcome to participate in any of the program classes that offer serious contemplation of historical, theological, and spiritual views as well as the practice of prayer, …
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Emerging Community Week

EMERGING COMMUNITY WEEK August 26 – September 2, 2017 Description: Come relax in good company in Naramata, experience the magic of emergent programming and share in the community that develops when space is left open for imagination. Share conversation, a skill you may have, a day hike, eat meals or play a game together. You …
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East Meets West: Cosmic Christ as Eco Christ, the Buddha Nature & Deep Ecology

Matthew Fox Posted By: Kirkridge Type: Workshops Share: Time: March 17, 2017 6:30 PM until March 19, 2017 Location: Kirkridge Contact: More Info: Einstein says humanity needs a “cosmic religion” grounded in conscience; Thomas Berry says “ecology is functional cosmology.” Therefore, a recovery of the archetype of the Cosmic Christ from the Christian mystical tradition …
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Opening to Serenity

Opening to Serenity Apr 15, 2017 Asake Denise Jones, M.A., M.Ed. 9:30am – 4:00pm $109, includes lunch. Registration deadline: April 8, 2017. ** NB: No overnight accommodations accompany this reservation. ** Register Online Call Us for More Information! 610-566-4507, ext. 137 Are you in a constant state of angst? Do you find yourself overly concerned …
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June Garden Days

  Tuesday, June 13 -Friday, June 16, 2017 Led by Br. Aidan Owen Limited to 8 participants. Join the monastic community in the Benedictine rhythm of work and prayer, help us maintain and restore our garden spaces, and enjoy the beauty of the Hudson Valley in the fall. We will have morning and afternoon work …
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