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The Gift of Solo Retreat
Are you wondering what this coming year may have for you?
A place to begin is a long gaze at where you are currently— standing, sitting, or even lying down. One way of seeing more clearly—is in our times of silence and solitude with God.
The gift of retreat provides the space and time for wondering…
It is during these times God brings to life ‘new things’ during reflection, wondering, and more—the renewal of God’s love upon your life.
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Vines & Vineyards
The beauty of vines and vineyards…
With “in” a poem
With “in” an image
With “in” a story
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POETRY. I welcome you in.
Poetry. a full word.
What are your first thoughts when hearing the word “poetry”?
Is it Shakespeare or Langston Hughes or maybe someone else?
Is it Haiku or free verse?
Maybe the response is “I don’t read poetry because I don’t get it!” Or “I love poetry because I don’t always get it and the words and phrases sound lovely.”
Whatever you feel about poetry, I invite you…
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Being with God: “The Gift of Retreat”
Are you wondering what this coming year may have for you?
A place to begin is a long gaze at where you are currently— standing, sitting, or even lying down. One way of seeing more clearly—is in our times of silence and solitude with God.
The gift of retreat provides the space and time for wondering…
As a New Year is beginning, maybe this is a good time to…