Receive a Word

Receive a Word

Four Monday Evenings

January 12 – February 2, 2026

6:30 – 7:45 p.m.ET

on Zoom

Guided by Heather Hall, we will explore an alternative to “New Year’s Resolutions.” The modern practice of selecting a “Word of the Year” is based on the ancient wisdom of Desert Ammas and Abbas from early Christianity. The Ammas and Abbas, however, had cultivated a practice of Divine Listening and their wisdom sayings were meant to be pondered for weeks, months or years.

In her latest book – Give Me a Word: The Promise of an Ancient Practice to Guide Your Year – Christine Valters Paintner offers us guidance on slowing down and tuning in to what the Divine is offering you.

As you release the many pressures that surround you— from both within yourself and outside yourself— you’ll learn to listen for what shimmers and stirs within. As you receive your unique message, you’ll discover the invitation. Then you’ll explore the word and ways to carry it as you journey through the year ahead.

Though not required, it’s recommended that you get a copy of Christine Valters Painter’s Give Me a Word. You can purchase it through your favorite bookseller or online at The Retreat House’s Bookshop, here: Give Me a Word a book by Christine Valters Paintner – Bookshop.org US

Your leader for this journey is Heather Hall, who received her first word early in her career and has continued to listen for Divine wisdom.

Participation fee: $75

Register:  HERE