Wisdom Circles
A Wisdom Circle is a group of 8-12 people who gather to learn, tell stories, listen and pray about a particular subject. Within the safety of the circle, we practice a way of being that connects us in spirit, drawing us within for a deeper experience
Prayerful Listening for Spiritual Guidance

Wednesdays
September 16 - October 7
 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
“… the Spirit of Truth is at work in the depths of our hearts
– helping, searching, knowing, and interceding.
 [Prayerful listening] is an invitation to bend a prayerful, listening ear
 toward that Spirit who is with us always.”
– L.A. Lindbloom, “Prayerful Listening: Cultivating Discernment in Community” 
The practice of spiritual guidance has many names: spiritual direction, prayerful listening, sacred listening, or spiritual companionship.

In a prayerful listening group, there is a wonderful ebb and flow of words and silence. It is within the silence that the Holy Spirit whispers, inspiring us to respond for the sake of the one who has spoken.

Join us in this Wisdom Circle as we learn how to seek and accept spiritual guidance by combining silence, prayerful listening and open-hearted response.

Come on your own, bring a partner, or join with a few friends. People of all faith traditions and spiritual experiences are welcome. A suggested donation of $75 is requested, but all are welcome regardless of finances.


REGISTER BY Friday, September 11
Day's End
Evening Meditation
Weekdays 5:15 - 5:45 p.m.
Listen, breathe, be still.
A peaceful way
to move into your evening.


Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RHDays
Meeting ID: 212 677 840
Password: 944568
Call in/audio only: 301 715 8592

Wednesday meditations include prayers for special concerns:

1st Wed. - Prayers for Our Nation and The World

2nd Wed. - Prayers for Reconciliation, Forgiveness & Transformation

3rd Wed. - Prayers for Those Impacted by Addiction

4th Wed. - Prayers for Inner Peace in these Uncertain Times
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SEPTEMBER
Wisdom Circle: Prayerful Listening
-Wednesdays, September 16 - October 7
7:00 - 8:30 pm on Zoom

OCTOBER
Autumn Quiet Days: Embracing Possibility
-Thursday, October 1, 9:30 am-2:00 pm
in person at The Retreat House (limited seating) And...
-Thursday, October 8 - 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
on Zoom

Wisdom Circle: Prayer Practices for Challenging Times
-Tuesdays, October 13 - November 3
on Zoom

DECEMBER
Advent Quiet Day
-Wednesday, December 2, time and format to be announced
The Retreat House gates are always open.
Please come for a visit soon!
Throughout the COVID crisis, the Retreat House property has remained open to individual visitors. Now, small groups of up to 10 people are welcome to enjoy the beauty of the grounds for outdoor meetings, walks, and meditations.

Check out our "tree rooms!" Gather under the Lindens, Magnolia, Pin Oak or Crape Myrtle. We'll supply the seating! (Stadium chairs are in the gazebo.)

As always, please wear masks when you are near others, and help yourself to hand sanitizer, wipes and bug spray provided in the gazebo.