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Winter Wisdom Circle
Join the winter Wisdom Circle and benefit from the shared wisdom of others.
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.
Seeing the Word: Women of the Bible
Mondays, March 1-22
6:30-7:30 pm, via Zoom
This Wisdom Circle is a contemplative prayer practice using illuminations from the St John’s Bible. These beautiful images bring to life passages from Scripture, helping us to engage with the Word, encounter the Divine, and enact the Message in our daily lives.

Journey with us through the Lenten season and explore the often-overlooked women of the Bible. We will get to see their faith, hope, courage, and love highlighted in the St John’s Bible.

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Hermitage Overnights
Do you have a deep longing to get away and rest for a time? Consider a hermitage stay at The Retreat House where you can be still and enjoy quiet solitude.
 
A Hermitage at the Retreat House is very special -- a place where one can experience the peaceful connection of nature and spirit. The grounds include a Chartres-style labyrinth, a historic cemetery and church, and many beautiful trees. The small town of Hillsboro, bordering the Tuckahoe River, is friendly and very walkable. 
 
The Retreat House offers comfortable, safe, and private accommodations for one or two people. Contact us at info@retreathousehillsboro.org or call (410) 364-7069 to make a reservation. 
 
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Day's End
Evening Meditation
Weekdays 5:15 - 5:45 p.m.
Listen, breathe, be still.
A peaceful way
to move into your evening.

Feel free to log in to hear a beautiful prayer or poem followed by just the right amount of quiet meditation time.

Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RHDays
Meeting ID: 212 677 840
Password: 944568
Call in/audio only: 301 715 8592
The Retreat House Bookshop
GAME CHANGERS
by Heather Strang

Upon the invitation of three friends, I found myself at an overnight silent retreat led by Benedictine poet Macrina Wiederkehr. Little did I know how instantly she would speak to my heart and at the same time reveal how we are each a beacon for one another, and that our own peace and nourishing light and presence in the world can be cultivated simply by pausing and breathing.

Her book, Seven Sacred Pauses: Living Mindfully Through the Hours of the Day continues to inspire me with its abundant offerings of lovely writings and moving poetry, each inviting pause at different interludes in the day. Oh, and my friendships were nourished too!

You can find Macrina Wierderkehr’s book on the Retreat House Bookshop page along with many others we recommend. Your book purchase supports independent booksellers and The Retreat House at Hillsboro.

Thank you for your support.
Winter Calendar
JANUARY
Thursdays, January 21-February 18
6:30-8:00pm
Wisdom Circle: Creative Spirit,
with Heather Hall, via Zoom

MARCH
Mondays, March 1-22
6:30-7:30pm
Seeing the Word: Women of the Bible, with Heather Hall, via Zoom


WEEKLY OFFERINGS
PLEASE NOTE: All AA meetings will be online only for the foreseeable future. Click here to attend AA meetings through Zoom.
Fridays: 7:30 pm, AA Big Book
Saturdays: 7:00 pm, AA Women's Candlelight
Sundays: 5:30 pm, AA Step 
The Retreat House gates are always open.
Please visit us soon!
All are welcome at The Retreat House to take quiet walks among the beautiful old trees, to visit historic St. Paul's Cemetery, or enjoy a labyrinth meditation. At this time, we are not hosting indoor gatherings. Thank you for observing safety protocols while you are here, by wearing masks and maintaining social distance. Please stay safe and be well!