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SUMMARY:Wisdom Café
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join in this Retreat House gathering –  the Wisdom Café\, held each Monday from 12:00-1:00 p.m. on Zoom. \n\n\nWe usually begin with an inspirational reading\, enjoy a bit of quiet time. Then we take turns sharing what bubbles up and listen to each other’s reflections. It’s an hour of friendly companionship–no commitment\, no charge.\n\nCome and go as you please!\n\n\nIf you would like to receive an email reminder on Monday mornings (which will include the zoom link) please sign up here.\n\nOtherwise please add the date to your calendar for the Wisdom Café on Mondays at 12 Noon. \n\nHere’s the Zoom link.
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/wisdom-cafe-2/2023-08-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Strang":MAILTO:heather@retreathousehillsboro.org
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SUMMARY:Being Disciples in this Time
DESCRIPTION:Being Disciples in this Time \na wisdom circle with stories and practices for the journey \nwith Bishop Porter Taylor and Debra Donnelly-Barton \nThree Sundays on Zoom \nApril 23\, 30 and May 7   \n5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. EST \n\nGather with us for a time of learning and growing in conversation\, with spiritual practices to guide our weeks in between. Porter will guide us as we delve into Rowan Williams’ work\, each person bringing their own story. In-between sessions\, we will receive spiritual practice prompts to guide our attention on the journey. \nIn his book Being Disciples\, Rowan Williams asserts\, “discipleship is a state of being. Discipleship is about how we live; not just the decisions we make\, not just the things we believe\, but a state of being.” By that he means disciples ask themselves:  “What is Jesus Christ giving me here and now?” We rethink who we are and why we are here. Moreover\, it means we are called and empowered to live out our Baptismal Promises\, like “To seek and serve all persons\, loving your neighbor as yourself” and what that might look like “with God’s help.” Over the three weeks\, we will cover these topics\, each of which is a chapter in the book: Faith\, Hope and Love; Forgiveness; and\,  Holiness. At the book’s end\, William writes: “What keeps us going as disciples? Self-awareness and stillness\, growth and joy.” The point is about “offering to God our longing to be with Jesus\, wherever he may lead.” The goal here is to rediscover the fundamentals of being a Christian in this place and in this time.  Not only is it important for us to understand these virtues\, but to discover how we can live them out.  \nDiscipleship is also tuning our hearts to the song that God is singing within us right now.  That means practice–like a musician practices scales until they are both a tone memory and a muscle memory–we engage in prayer practices. Debra will offer us two practices per week that correspond to the reading for each week. We will let our learning sink into our hearts and our bodies as we practice what it means to live as a disciple.  \nREGISTER HERE:  https://tinyurl.com/BEINGdisciples. A suggested donation of $75 will be gratefully accepted. Please don’t let finances keep you from attending! For more information\, or\, to request a scholarship\, please email heather@retreathousehillsboro.org Being Disciples: Essentials of the Christian Life\, by Rowan Williams is encouraged for this series and can be purchased here.  \nPORTER TAYLOR is the author of a memoir— Are You Persuaded? In and Out of Being a Bishop. Bishop Taylor joined the Diocese of Virginia as Assisting Bishop after retiring as the 6th Bishop of the Diocese of Western North Carolina in 2016. In retirement\, he also served on the faculty of Wake Forest University Divinity School. He holds a Master of Divinity\, a Ph. D. in Theology and Literature\, and a B.A. and M. A. in English. Porter and his wife Jo\, an artist\, are based in Asheville\, NC. \nDEBRA DONNELLY-BARTON is a graduate of the Stillpoint School for Spiritual Direction and the General Seminary in New York. As a practicing spiritual director\, she has an MA in theology from St. Mary’s Seminary and University. Debra has studied the Ignatian spiritual exercises as well as engaged in an intensive training in centering prayer with Thomas Keating. 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/being-disciples-in-this-time/2023-04-23/
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SUMMARY:Retreat House New Directions - Bag Bag Lunch in Hillsboro
DESCRIPTION:Retreat House\nNew Directions\nBrown Bag Lunch\nThursday\, April 13\n12:30 – 2:30 p.m.\nHillsboro\n\n\nJoin us for lunch (BYO) to learn more about our new directions and to share your ideas. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/retreat-house-new-directions-bag-bag-lunch-in-hillsboro/
LOCATION:The Retreat House\, 22005 Church Street\, Hillsboro\, MD\, 21641\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spoken Word
DESCRIPTION:  \nSee you on October 7 at Vintage Books and Fine Art\, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. for Spoken Word\, a creative gathering for sharing and listening to spoken word poetry. Bring your own poetry or work from your favorite poet\, or come as a listener without reading. We’ll enjoy listening together in this creative\, community gathering offered as a gentle\, friendly\, and inclusive space with reverence for the dignity of each person.  \n  \n\nArrive early to sign up for reading\nMeet friends from Trinity and The Retreat House\nExperience the Spirit of Poetry as golden threads are woven in community\nBring your own spoken word poetry or the work of your favorite poet.\n\n  \n  \n  \n We are so excited and look forward to this opening night of our series of poetry nights! We’re calling this joyful collaboration of The Retreat House at Hillsboro and Trinity Cathedral\, Easton: The Spirit of Poetry – golden threads in community.  For more information\, contact us at heather@retreathousehillsboro.org  
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/spoken-word/
LOCATION:VIntage Books and Fine Art\, 4 N Washington St\, Easton\, MD\, 21601
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SUMMARY:Re-imagining Prayer: Women’s Weekend Retreat 2021
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 8 – Sunday\, October 10 \nThe Retreat House at Hillsboro is pleased to host this weekend retreat led by Linda Mastro at The Foehliage in Galena\, Maryland. \n \n  \n“These are some of the things that prayer is. Prayer is rhythm. Prayer is comfort. Prayer is disappointment. Prayer is words and shape and art around desperation\, and delight and disappointment and desire. Prayer can be the art that helps you name your desire.”\n~ Padraig O Tuama \nSink into the beauty of fall as we explore prayer practices that invite us to a new relationship with God\, with ourselves\, and with the people in our lives. During our time together we will find renewal in the lodging and meals provided as we enjoy an environment inviting deep listening and heartfelt response. We will have opportunities for conversation\, silence\, movement\, and contemplation. Explore at your own pace – body prayer\, journaling\, lectio divina\, walking meditation\, and other experiences that bring our bodies\, minds\, and spirits into the act of authentic prayer. \n\n\n\n\nPlease register by September 25th. For more about the retreat\, with information about how to reserve your space and to register – https://tinyurl.com/RHretreat. Or\, contact us at info@retreathousehillsboro.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE ABOUT THE RETREAT \nWe will gather at The Foehliage Retreat Center in Galena\, Maryland\, on Friday afternoon. Dinner will be at 6:30 pm\, followed by a brief gathering to set the tone for the weekend. Participants will be encouraged to spend the evening in silence. On Saturday\, the program will flow in and out of silence\, with plenty of time for journaling\, walking on the beautiful grounds\, quiet reflection\, and conversation. The retreat will close on Sunday morning with a prayer service and brunch. \nABOUT THE VENUE \nThe Foehliage\, located in Kent County\, Maryland\, is an intimate retreat center where guests can enjoy the beauty of nature\, the flow of the Sassafras river\, and glorious autumn sunrises and sunsets. Our hosts Gene and Suzanne Foehl exemplify hospitality with delicious homemade meals\, comfortable sleeping rooms\, and an assortment of inside and outside spaces in which to rest\, reflect and explore the retreat themes. To see photos of the facility and more information about The Foehliage\, please visit their website. \n\n\n\n\nNote on Covid protocols: The Foehliage Retreat Center asks that all guests be fully vaccinated. Mask wearing on-site is optional. Please be mindful of community by participating without any signs of illness. \n\n\n\n\nACCOMMODATIONS AND COSTS \nSingle rooms – $395 per person Shared rooms – $345 per person. Rates include the retreat program\, 2 dinners\, 1 breakfast\, 1 lunch\, 1 brunch\, snacks\, beverages\, linens\, and turn-down service. A limited number of single rooms are available on a 1st come\, 1st served basis. \nTO REGISTER \nTo reserve your space\, please send a $100 deposit by August 15\, 2021. Final payment for holding a space must be received by September 10. Register (here)\, or mail your check to – The Retreat House\, P.O. Box 3\, Hillsboro MD 21641. \nABOUT THE RETREAT LEADER LINDA MASTRO \nis a graduate and on the faculty of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute in Marriottsville\, MD. Linda serves in liturgical ministry at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Easton and is a spiritual guide for individuals and groups. Linda is a graduate of the University of Delaware and the Maryland University of Integrative Health. A life coach\, retreat leader and professional writer\, Linda is co-author of the book Petite Retreats: Renewing Body\, Mind\, and Spirit without Leaving Home. Linda lives in Easton\, Maryland. Learn more about Linda at livingpilgrimage.com. \n\nFor more information\, please contact us:  \nRetreat Program Linda Mastro at (410) 829-4309. Lodging\, logistics\, and scholarship availability –  Heather Strang at (443) 995-3820
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LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
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