Quiet Garden Days 2018

Quiet Garden Days 2018 Saturday, June 23, 2018 Saturday, July 14, 2018 Saturday, August 11, 2018 Saturday, September 15, 2018 Inspired by the Quiet Garden Trust in England, these are days to relax, renew, and rest in the beauty of God’s outdoors, as well as to enjoy the Sisters’ chapel and library. In case of rain, there …
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Mother’s Camp

August 16-19, 2018 A weekend of peace and renewal beckons! Open to women ages 21 and older who are on the journey of caring for themselves and others, this retreat provides a true camp experience. Enjoy swimming, ropes courses, climbing walls, and more. Author and speaker Martha Bourlakas will guide the group in sharing and …
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Fly-fishing Retreat

April 29-May 2, 2018 Engage in the contemplative art of fly-fishing through a three-day retreat. Local river guides from Davidson River Outfitters will teach casting techniques, share local fly-fishing knowledge, and escort participants on a guided fishing trip to the Davidson River. REGISTER NOW Rates Rates are per person Double Occupancy (shared room): $510 Single …
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Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique Led By: Dan Cayer Fee: (Deposit:$100) $400 for tuition, room and board. For commuters: $275 November 16- November 18, 2018 This retreat features three days of intensive yet relaxing work using the Alexander Technique, a 100-year-old method aimed at improving the way the body is used. A few of the many benefits of …
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Soul Care: Nurturing the Nurturers A Retreat for Clergy, Religious and Those in Who Minister to Others

Soul Care: Nurturing the Nurturers A Retreat for Clergy, Religious and Those in Who Minister to Others Led By: Janet Corso Fee: $300 (Deposit: $100) May 18- May 20, 2018 The challenges of being spiritually present to others can sometimes prove exhausting, if not, at times, overwhelming. Burgeoning responsibilities, unrealistic expectations or unexpressed projections can …
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Ministry With Persons With Mental Illness And Their Families

June 18-21, 2018 Congregational Care This Luther Seminary Intensive course is open to pastors, lay leaders and parents as part of continuing education. This class is made possible by the Steve Luhman Mental Illness Education Fund. Providing congregational and community care with persons who have mental illness manifests itself in a myriad of ways. Effective ministry integrates a …
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Burnout and Resiliency in Pastors and Church Workers

Apr. 16, 2018 Congregational Care Forty percent of church workers are burned out. And for many, it’s a chronic condition—workers stay burnt out for months or years. At this workshop, we’ll find out how burnout affects those in the church; we’ll discuss the social science research on how to prevent burnout; and we’ll identify individualized, unique strategies to …
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