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SUMMARY:Silent Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our Hermitage on the shore of the Sassafras River for this weekend of stillness and grounding.\nDuring each silent weekend\, there will be free-flowing time for resting\, silence\, journaling\, and nourishing food\, all at your own pace. We will begin and end our weekend with a gentle conversation\, for evening supper on Friday and breakfast on Sunday. Each participant will have their own spacious bedroom and the communal use of the living and dining rooms\, the kitchen\, and the beautiful grounds and riverside spaces. If you have dietary needs\, please let us know when you register. Each participant will have the opportunity to sign up for a spiritual companionship conversation with one of our spiritual directors. Sign up soon\, as silent retreats have limited availability.\n\nEach Silent Weekend Retreat offers four registrations for four rooms. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/j9t2ev9\nIf you’d like to learn more about the Retreat House Hermitage and taking a personal retreat\, please learn more here: https://retreathousehillsboro.org/personal-retreat-days/\n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/silent-weekend-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Quiet Day,Retreats,Weekend Retreat
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SUMMARY:Healing Garden Dedication and Community Blessing
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URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/healing-garden-dedication-and-community-blessing/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
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SUMMARY:Weekend Retreat: Viriditas - The Divine "Greening" Life Force in the Lives of Hildegard of Bingen and Harriet Tubman
DESCRIPTION:Viriditas: The Divine “Greening” Life Force in the lives of Hildegard and Harriet —\nThese two holy women\, healers\, were separated by 650 years and the Atlantic Ocean. One was a white Benedictine nun\, the other a black enslaved person dubbed “the Moses of her people.” What can Hildegard of Bingen and Harriet Tubman possibly have in common? What might these remarkable women have to share with us in the 21st century? Come spend a weekend exploring the lives and faith of Hildegard and Harriet and the viriditas that connects and enlivens them\, us and all of creation. There will be time for learning and conversation\, journalling\, quiet\, delicious meals\, and movement on the beautiful river-side grounds of The Foehliage. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRegister here: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/RHVIRIDITAS\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nABOUT THE RETREAT LEADER: Anita Davidson has over 30 years of experience in the field of spirituality in various roles.  She is a graduate of Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program and is currently serving as adjunct staff for that program. She works as a spiritual director\, retreat leader and preacher based in Columbus\, Ohio.
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/weekend-retreat-the-healing-garden-together-with-hildegard-of-bingen-and-harriet-tubman/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Weekend Retreat
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SUMMARY:Silent Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWelcome to The Retreat House Hermitage on the shore of the Sassafras River for this weekend of stillness and grounding. \nDuring each silent weekend\, there will be free-flowing time for resting\, silence\, journaling\, and nourishing food\, all at your own pace. We will begin and end our weekend with a gentle conversation\, for evening supper on Friday and breakfast on Sunday. Each participant will have their own spacious bedroom and the communal use of the living and dining rooms\, the kitchen\, and the beautiful grounds and riverside spaces. If you have dietary needs\, please let us know when you register. Each participant will have the opportunity to sign up for a spiritual companionship conversation with one of our spiritual directors. Sign up soon\, as silent retreats have limited availability. \nEach Silent Weekend Retreat offers four registrations for four rooms. Register here: \nhttps://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/taj79m3\nIf you’d like to learn more about the Retreat House Hermitage and taking a personal retreat\, please learn more here: https://retreathousehillsboro.org/personal-retreat-days/\n 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/silent-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Quiet Day,Retreats,Weekend Retreat
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SUMMARY:Women's Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Christmas\nJanuary 6\, 2024\n9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nheld at\nThe Foehliage\, Galena\, Maryland\n  \n  \nGive yourself this special time to refresh your spirit and rest in the company of other women. We’ll sink into this restorative day as a celebration of Celtic Women’s Christmas\, a tradition shared on January 6 at the Feast of Epiphany. Grounded by the work of poet and pastor Jan Richardson\, it is the tradition of honoring the often difficult and tiring work of women to maintain the hearth and home\, especially during the extended holiday season. The women gather to reimagine their lives and\, as friends\, discern emerging patterns and support\, as sisters\, the art of navigating and developing new paths for the new year. The interactive day will be filled with activity\, prayerful silence\, and creativity\, including creating a soul collage. Come enjoy a continental breakfast and a simple\, warm\, and seasonal lunch\, perhaps eaten around a blazing fire and catching a glimpse of an eagle flying.  \nMeg Gallagher and Suzi Foehl have led this retreat since 2020. They joyfully welcome anyone with curiosity\, intention\, and an open heart. The price for the day-long retreat\, including a simple breakfast and lunch is $55 per person. The 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. retreat will be held at the Foehliage in Galena\, MD.   \nAn overnight option is available at a reduced cost of an additional $50. A simple supper is included. The overnight option is $105.  Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/RH2023Women \n  \n“I do not know \nHow to keep it all together \nOr by what patterns this world might  \nFinally\, hold. \n  \n…And what shines \nThrough all this darkness \nShines through us\, \nSetting every shattered thing \nInto a new constellation \n  \nAnd we can turn  \nOur faces \nTo that light\, \nTo the grace of  \nThose stars \nThat turn in us.” \nJan Richardson.  From “Those Stars That Turn in Us\, A Blessing for Women’s Christmas”. sanctuaryofwomen.com. \n 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/womens-christmas-4/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
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SUMMARY:Women's Weekend Retreat - Blessing the Ordinary
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Weekend Retreat \nBlessing the Ordinary\n\n“What is a blessing? A blessing is a circle of light drawn around a person to protect\, heal\, and strengthen. Life is a constant flow of emergence. The beauty of blessing is its belief that it can affect what unfolds.”  \nJohn O’Donohue\, To Bless the Space Between Us: A Book of Blessings. \n  \n  \nIn the fall\, the rhythm of life picks up pace. We prepare for a new school year and plan for Thanksgiving\, Advent\, Christmas\, and the dawn of a New Year. This retreat is an opportunity to remember that every day is holy and that\, when we pay attention\, we can be blessed by the ordinary of our relationships\, environments\, and work. Blessing is a form of prayer that draws our attention to the people\, places\, and activities that open our hearts\, bring us joy\, and connect us to what often goes unnoticed. We will use scripture and poetry as models for how to receive and give blessings\, a prayer process that can set the tone for the upcoming holy seasons. Activities will include group discussion\, silent time for reflection\, practicing the art form of blessings through writing\, music and movement. Individual rooms are available at $395; limited shared rooms are available at $345.  \nThis event is full at this time. Please sign up for the wait list here- https://tinyurl.com/2023FallWeekend\nLINDA MASTRO is a graduate and on the faculty of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute in Marriottsville\, MD. She is also an Associate of Bon Secours. Linda is a spiritual companion for individuals and groups. She brings a spirit of compassion and light-heartedness to her work as a women’s retreat facilitator\, pilgrimage leader\, and workshop guide. Linda is co-author of the book Petite Retreats: Renewing Body\, Mind\, and Spirit without Leaving Home. Learn more about Linda at livingpilgrimage.com.
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/womens-weekend-retreat-blessing-the-ordinary/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Weekend Retreat
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SUMMARY:Re-imagining Prayer: A Women’s Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“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.”  ~ Padraig O Tuama   \n  \nDuring this weekend retreat\, we will experience prayer practices that invite us to re-imagine our relationship with God\, ourselves\, and the people in our lives. The comfort and hospitality of the Foehliage will provide an environment for deep listening and heartfelt response. We will have opportunities for conversation\, silence\, movement\, and contemplation. Together we will explore many forms of prayer\, including movement\,  journaling\, Lectio Divina\, walking meditation\, and other experiences that bring our bodies\, minds\, and spirits into the act of authentic prayer.    \n  \nWe will gather at The Foehliage Retreat Center in Galena\, Maryland\, on Friday afternoon. Dinner will be at 6:00 pm\, followed by a brief gathering to set the tone for the weekend. Friday evening and parts of Saturday 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 contemplative prayer gathering and brunch.    \nFor more information or to register\, contact heather@retreathousehillsboro.org To register online – https://tinyurl.com/RH2022Weekend.    \n  \nLINDA MASTRO is a graduate and serves on the faculty of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute in Marriottsville\, MD. Linda is a spiritual companion for individuals and groups and a women’s retreat facilitator. She is co-author of the book Petite Retreats: Renewing Body\, Mind\, and Spirit without Leaving Home. Learn more about Linda and her practice at livingpilgrimage.com. 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/re-imagining-prayer-a-womens-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Weekend Retreat
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SUMMARY:Simple Silence by the River
DESCRIPTION:A Weekend Retreat with Francie Thayer at The Foehliage Retreat Center Galena\, Maryland\nThis Advent\, we invite you to step out of the world for a moment and invite a time of stillness. Come spend some time remembering that God is not far off. Indeed\, come spend open-hearted time noticing just how near God is. \nOur invitation this weekend is to step out of the world’s stories and notice God’s stories\nthat enfold us each day—in the ground beneath our feet\, the canopy of limbs over our\nhead\, the chair offered to us\, the unspoken kindness of the person serving us tea.\nSometimes being in silence can remind us of a sacredness of life that we don’t fully see\nwith the sound turned up. Like other silent retreats\, we will begin by sharing dinner and\nconversation. Our retreat leader will offer inspiration and guidance before we go off to\nbed\, beginning our silent weekend in community. Saturday will be a day of silence and\nrest—no organized programming\, just space and time to be and let be. As we gather for\nbrunch on Sunday\, we will once again share conversation and any gifts that may have\nrisen during the weekend. Come\, and for a time\, turn down the sound of the world. Bring\na friend! This retreat invites both men and women. \nREGISTER AT – https://tinyurl.com/RHdec3-5\, or by contacting us at info@retreathousehillsboro.org. This gathering will take place at The Foehliage Retreat Center\, in Galena\, Maryland. Read (here) about the Covid-safe protocols for this retreat. The cost for this retreat is $299 and includes lodging and meals. \n\nFRANCIE THAYER is the Director of the Retreat House at Hillsboro and received her training in spiritual guidance at The Shalem Institute in Washington DC. A life-long Episcopalian\, she received a Masters Degree from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2014. She lives in Galena\, MD with her husband where their three adult children love to visit.
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/simple-silence-advent-weekend-retreat/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Weekend Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211121T170000
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SUMMARY:A Weekend Retreat with Steve Garnaas-Holmes
DESCRIPTION:Writing as a Spiritual Discipline \nFriday\, November 19th – Sunday\, November 21th \nAt The Foehliage Retreat Center in Galena\, Maryland \n  \nThe Foehliage is pleased to offer this in-person weekend retreat with Steve Garnaas-Holmes whose transformative prayer and poetry infuses his readers with gentle inspiration. Steve’s site Unfolding Light shares daily reflections with individuals and communities near and far. A grace-filled weekend of listening\, exploring\, quiet\, and beauty awaits at The Foehliage on the shore of the Sassafras River in Galena\, Maryland\, approximately 50 miles from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. \nJoin Steve as he guides us this weekend – “Writing can be a spiritual discipline\, if we let go of trying to write something “good” (especially when we label it “poetry!”). I often say poetry is 90% paying attention and 10% taking really good notes. Writing as a spiritual discipline is about the paying attention part. It’s not really about writing; it’s a form of prayer; it’s praying with a pencil. No one needs to hear it except ourselves. But sometimes we don’t even hear ourselves until we say it\, or write it. In this retreat we’ll experience several different modes of writing as forms of listening\, including journaling\, poetry\, “found prayers\,” and biblical fan fiction.” \nThe Foehliage offers this retreat with limited attendance providing spaciousness for Covid-safe practices\, mindfulness toward social distancing\, and generous opportunities for being outside\, weather permitting. The cost of the retreat is $325 and includes accommodations and all meals. Ample private rooms are available. \nNote on Covid protocols: The Foehliage Retreat Center asks that all guests be fully vaccinated; mask wearing on-site is optional. Exceptional hospitality is the objective of the Foehliage. The health and safety of all guests is at the center of that intention. In these unprecedented times\, we encourage all to consider their health and the wellbeing of others by participating without any signs of illness. We will happily refund a good faith registration fee to anyone who becomes ill and decides not to attend the retreat so as not to be a risk to others. \nThis event has filled quickly. We encourage you to join the waiting list below in the event of cancellations. For more information\, please contact heather@retreathousehillsboro.org or to join the waitlist click here. \n\nMORE ABOUT STEVE GARNAAS-HOLMES – “I’m a retired United Methodist pastor. My wife Beth and I live in Maine. We have three grown sons whom I love dearly. I served churches for 40 years in Montana and New England. I’ve also lived in South Dakota\, California\, Washington and Minnesota. I often lead retreats on prayer\, poetry and renewing our language about God. I used to write and perform with the Montana Logging & Ballet Company\, a quartet that did music and comedy around the country\, but people laughed us off the stage so after 37 years we quit. I write a lot of church music. I am trying to be here now.”
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/a-weekend-retreat-with-steve-garnaas-holmes/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Weekend Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T215640
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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
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/re-imagining-prayer-womens-weekend-retreat-2021/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Weekend of Quiet Retreat-CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID-19 this event has been cancelled.\n  \nWeekend of Quiet Retreat\nFri.\, March 20 to Sun.\, March 22\nRest\, read\, sleep\, walk\, pray\, be still… \nCome away in the middle of Lent for a quiet weekend on the beautiful Sassafras River to experience the holiness of nature with likeminded seekers. \nThis retreat is designed to provide you with time for silence and spaciousness. Retreat House director Francie Thayer will lead a simple and informal program with prompts for your quiet time and art activities to enhance and deepen your prayer. Spiritual direction will be available throughout the weekend. This is a small retreat with capacity for 10-15 people. \n  \nAccommodations & Costs\nSingle rooms- $375 pp* | Double room – $350 pp | Triple/Quad room – $325 pp\n*Single rooms are limited and available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nRates include: lodging\, linens\, turndown service\, program sessions and materials\, 5 meals: 2 dinners\, 2 breakfasts\, 1 lunch\, snacks and beverages \nTo reserve your space\, please send an email to meg@retreathousehillsboro.org with your name\, phone number and room type and send a minimum deposit of $100 by Feb. 28 to The Retreat House\, P.O. Box 3\, Hillsboro\, MD 21641. Final payments must be received by March 16. \nPay by credit card on your mobile phone using VENMO app to @MaryB-Gallagher or on our website http://retreathousehillsboro.org/donate/ (click on the “Donate” button) \nPay by check – Send checks payable to “The Retreat House” to The Retreat House\, P.O. Box 3\, Hillsboro MD 21641. For more information\, please contact us at info@retreathousehillsboro.org. \n  \nAbout the venue: The Foehliage Retreat Center is a private residence located in Galena\, Maryland offering a comfortable and peaceful setting for retreatants to enjoy. Hosts Gene and Suzi Foehl lovingly provide warm hospitality and delicious food. To see photos of the facility and more information\, please visit their website at foehliageretreatcenter.org.
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/weekend-of-quiet-retreat/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTSTAMP:20260424T215640
CREATED:20190719T220538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T220538Z
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SUMMARY:5 Day Centering Prayer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This silent retreat will offer you the opportunity to go deeper into the discipline of Centering Prayer\, experience silence\, stillness\, and communion with God\, each other\, and creation. Led by the Rev. Carlyle Gill\, the sessions will include in-depth teaching about spiritual and psychological dimensions of Centering Prayer that will be woven into multiple daily Centering Prayer\nsits. Eucharist will be offered daily\, as well as time for individual spiritual direction. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe retreat takes place at The Foehliage (foehliageretreatcenter.org)\, a private retreat center located on the beautiful Sassafras River in northern Kent County\, Maryland. The week begins with lunch on Monday\, October 21 and ends with lunch on Friday\, October 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCOST:  $695 per person includes single room accommodations\, all meals\, retreat sessions and spiritual direction. You can enjoy walks\, paddling on the Sassafras and quiet sitting in a lovely waterfront setting. \nSpace is limited. To reserve your spot\, please send an email to Meg Gallagher at meg@retreathousehillsboro.org or call (410) 364-7069\, and mail a $100 deposit by Monday\, September 9 to The Retreat House\, P.O. Box 3\, Hillsboro\, MD 21641. Full payment is due on Monday\, October 7. \n 
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/5-day-centering-prayer-retreat/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190930
DTSTAMP:20260424T215640
CREATED:20190419T170027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T214636Z
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SUMMARY:Seeing with the Eyes of the Heart: A Retreat for Women
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spiritual retreat weekend — an opportunity to step away from your daily routine to rest … and to wake up.\nIn the gentle company of women\, we will ponder questions and ideas that spark our imaginations and then\, listen for guidance that flows from the practice of paying attention.* All that you need to bring is your self\, your senses\, and a willingness to see where God may be leading you. Women of all faith traditions are welcome. \nWe will gather at The Foehliage Retreat Center in Galena\, Maryland on Friday afternoon. Check-in is at 3:00 pm\, dinner 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. \nOn 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 be completed on Sunday morning with a worship service and brunch. \nAccommodations & Costs \nUp to 15 women can be accommodated. \nSingle rooms – $375 per person*\nShared rooms – $325 per person \n*Single rooms are limited and available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nRates include: \n\nProgram sessions\n5 meals: 2 dinners\, 1 breakfast\, 1 lunch\, 1 brunch\nSnacks and beverages\nLinens and turndown service.\n\nTo reserve your space\, please contact us at meg@retreathousehillsboro.org or call (410) 364-7069 to see if rooms are still available. Let us know your name and phone number and preferred room type. We will require a $100 deposit and final payment is due September 1\, 2019. \nPayment Methods:  \n-Pay by credit card on our website http://retreathousehillsboro.org/donate/ (click on the “Donate” button) \n-Pay by check – make checks payable to “The Retreat House” and mail to The Retreat House\, P.O. Box 3\, Hillsboro MD 21641. \n-$100 deposit is due immediately.\n-Final payment is due by September 1. \nFor more information\, please contact us: \nRetreat Program – Linda Mastro at (410) 829-4309 \nAccommodations – Meg Gallagher at (410) 960-1044
URL:https://retreathousehillsboro.org/event/seeing-with-the-eyes-of-the-heart-a-retreat-for-women/
LOCATION:Foehliage Retreat Center\, 31450 Sassafras River Ave\, Galena\, MD\, 21635
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Mastro":MAILTO:gyplin2016@gmail.com
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