We gather on the Mondays of Advent to pray and prepare. This is an opportunity for quiet, reflection, and optional sharing Let us know if you plan to attend so that we have enough materials. Donations are welcome.
In person Pamela Ziss, PhD and Ann Clark, MA Consider the impact everyday stress and living has on your well-being. Havening Techniques® can offer individuals a greater sense of calm and well-being, which is critical as they shift into the space to connect with God on a deeper level. This leads to and cultivates understanding and care for themselves and ...
Facilitated in person by Patrick Gibbons, PhD Celebrating the holidays while dealing with sorrow and loss can be a challenge. Patrick will lead a discussion on what contemporary grief therapists suggest for dealing with the healing process during this time of year. Included in this discussion will be the important role of ritual. $20
A TED Talk Discussion Carol Kandiko, CSA Join us to learn more about and to share your knowledge of the Climate Crisis, arguably the most life threatening of today’s issues. Three TED Talks will be viewed with discussion to follow each - Al Gore in 2008: New Thinking on the Climate Crisis Katherine Hayhoe in 2018: The Most Important Thing ...
Facilitated by Carol Kandiko, CSA This program will be in person. Each of us uses words according to our own point of view. Occasionally we are surprised to learn that others have different opinions. No matter what the dictionary says words take on a variety of connotations. This open conversation is designed to clarify one’s own use of the word ...
Facilitated by Betsy Nero Enter into this season of beauty and harvest to experience your own letting go and changing. This day of renewal and respite will give you the opportunity to find your inner balance in this challenging world. Our exploration will be enriched with a light breakfast, hearty soup lunch and lively fellowship. $65 Betsy Nero is the ...
Facilitated by Mike Reiling and Company Taizé Prayer is evening prayer for all Christian faiths. This simple, meditative form of worship, calls us to dwell deeply on Christ's presence around and within us. Mantra songs, prayerful silence, and short readings guide the focus of the prayer as we gather in a circle around a fire. This will be held on ...
St. Francis is known as the patron saint of animals and nature. Statues of him often include birds or other animals. Because of this, it has become tradition to hold animal blessings around his feast day. His famous prayer, “Canticle of the Sun” shows a deep reverence for nature and the way all of creation is related and integrated. Rev. ...
Drumming Outside with Nancy Dale (weather permitting) We will have African Djembe and Tribal Bougarabou Drums and more. There will be plenty of drums available but if you have your own, please bring it. Wear your mask and bring your own folding chair. Looking forward to having a fun experience with those attending this drum circle! Let us know you ...
Facilitated by Mike Reiling and Company Taizé Prayer is evening prayer for all Christian faiths. This simple, meditative form of worship, calls us to dwell deeply on Christ's presence around and within us. Mantra songs, prayerful silence, and short readings guide the focus of the prayer as we gather in a circle around a fire. This will be held on ...