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SUMMARY:Wisdom of the Christian Mystics Retreat at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit
DESCRIPTION:My dear friend Brother Elias Marechal\, OCSO\, author of Tears of an Innocent God\, and I co-direct this retreat each year — and it almost always fills up\, so if you want to come on this retreat register early. We spend the weekend praying together\, reflecting on teachings from some of the great mystics\, and practice the kind of deep contemplative prayer that Br. Elias is so gifted at teaching. \nTo register\, call the Monastery guest house at (770) 760-0959. \n 
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/wisdom-of-the-christian-mystics-retreat-at-the-monastery-of-the-holy-spirit/
LOCATION:Monastery of the Holy Spirit\, 2625 Highway 212 SW\, Conyers\, GA\, 30094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Promises of the Heart Online Course
DESCRIPTION:“Follow your heart.” It’s a classic phrase of advice and encouragement\, for we know that true wisdom is not just a matter of thinking logical thoughts. It emerges most assuredly from the intuition and insight that only our hearts provide. \nBut what does it really mean to “follow your heart\,” and how can the wisdom of the heart truly make a difference in our day-to-day lives? Fortunately\, each of the world’s great spiritual traditions has much to say about the blessings of the heart — and the gifts awaiting each of us\, deep within. \nThis all-new e-course celebrates the wisdom of the heart by drawing from sources throughout the world’s mystical traditions. Great teachers the world over help us discover the promises of the heart — promises we can weave into our own spiritual practice to embody a more joyful and conscious life. \nClick here to learn more and to register!
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/promises-of-the-heart-online-course/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:"Unteachable Lessons" Book Signing and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:On October 17\, I’ll be visiting Atlanta’s center for interspiritual formation and spiritual direction\, Zeitgeist\, for a conversation and book signing to celebrate the release of my book Unteachable Lessons: Why Wisdom Can’t Be Taught (And Why That’s Okay). No charge for this event (books will be available for purchase)\, but please RSVP to Debonee Morgan at deb@zgatl.org to confirm your attendance.. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/book-signing-and-conversation/
LOCATION:Zeitgeist\, 2302 Parklake Dr NE Suite 425\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30345\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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SUMMARY:Meeting Jesus in Your Heart: Praying with St. Ignatius of Loyola (A Retreat at the Rock Hill Oratory)
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be returning to one of my favorite retreat centers to lead another overnight retreat based on the spirituality of one of our greatest saints. This year we will be praying and reflecting on the life and wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola — and the rich tradition of Ignatian spirituality\, which emphasizes finding God in all things and using the imagination as a doorway to prayer. \nSt. Ignatius of Loyola (the founder of the Society of Jesus or Jesuits) was one of the great spiritual guides in the history of the church. He developed a rich and unique approach to prayer\, combining Biblical passages with the imagination to foster a deep encounter with Christ in our hearts. \nRetreat begins Friday evening\, October 11\, with a presentation on the life and key teachings of Ignatius\, and the story of the Spiritual Exercises. On Saturday we’ll move into a deeper\, more prayerful space\, using Ignatius’s methods to seek God’s will and direction for our lives and to enjoy the beautiful gift of God’s love and grace given to us through Christ and the Spirit. . \nRooms are available for out-of-town retreatants. To learn more about this event or to register\, please call (803) 327-2097 and ask for Judy. \nDownload a PDF flyer for this event by clicking here: Meeting Jesus in Your Heart.
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/st-ignatius-retreat-at-the-rock-hill-oratory/
LOCATION:The Rock Hill Oratory\, 434 Charlotte Avenue\, Rock Hill\, SC\, 29730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Restoring the Spiritual Heart: A Contemplative Retreat in Asheville\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Restoring the Spiritual Heart of Christianity:  A Mini Retreat Led by Carl McColman \n“I’m spiritual but not religious.” It’s a common refrain in our time\, especially by youth and young adults. But this idea that religion and spirituality are somehow different is a recent way of seeing things. Historically\, Christianity and spirituality would have been seen as basically the same thing. So for those of us who care about Christianity — or even if we just care about spirituality — how do we bring a meaningful inner life and the path of following Jesus back together? \n \nThis weekend retreat consists of two programs: \nFriday evening (7-9 PM) Carl McColman\, author of books like The Big Book of Christian Mysticism and Answering the Contemplative Call\, will discuss how “religion” and “spirituality” came to mean two separate things\, and what steps Christians can take in our day to restore the spiritual heart of life in Christ. We’ll have plenty of time for conversation and discussion\, and maybe even a prayer exercise or two. \nSaturday morning (9:30 AM-12:30 PM) we’ll look at the practice of spirituality\, by exploring traditional Christian exercises that bring prayer\, meditation and contemplation alive: practices like Centering Prayer\, Lectio Divina\, and the Jesus Prayer (also called “the Prayer of the Heart”). This will be an experiential program\, with time for prayer\, journaling\, and personal reflection. \n\nAbout the Retreat Leader: Carl McColman is a contemplative Christian blogger\, podcaster\, and author. His books include The Big Book of Christian Mysticism\, Answering the Contemplative Call\, Befriending Silence\, and Unteachable Lessons. He is a life-professed associate of the Trappist monastery in Conyers\, GA\, and a Centering Prayer instructor. Learn more about Carl by visiting his website at www.carlmccolman.com. \nCost for the Retreat: This retreat is offered on a love-offering basis. Suggested offering is $10 for Friday night\, $25 for Saturday\, or $30 for both events. No one is turned away for inability to pay. \nTo Register: pre-registration is not required\, but we appreciate knowing how many people to expect. So please indicate you are attending on our Facebook Events page\, or if you are allergic to Facebook\, contact Carl directly to indicate you will be attending. \nLimited Lodging Available: Haw Creek Commons has a limited number of guest rooms. If you are interested in staying the night\, click here for more information or to register: www.hawcreekcommons.com/retreat-house
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/restoring-the-spiritual-heart-a-contemplative-retreat-in-asheville-nc/
LOCATION:Haw Creek Commons\, 315 Old Haw Creek Rd\, Asheville\, NC\, 28805
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Your Sacred Story: The Spiritual Practice of Journaling
DESCRIPTION:This online course is offered through Columbia Seminary’s Certificate Program in Spiritual Formation. \nWriting and spirituality have gone hand-in-hand from Biblical times to the present day. Keeping a journal can be an integral part of a daily prayer practice; it can be a tool for discernment and for seeking God’s will in our lives. This online course will explore journaling from a variety of perspectives including writing memoir\, writing as a form of prayer\, writing for healing and discernment\, and writing to share with others. \nStudents are asked to keep a journal as a spiritual discipline\, for the duration of the class. Each week includes topics for meditation and reflection. Students may share actual journal entries or reflections based on the week’s topics. Please note\, this is not a “Writer’s Workshop” so we will not be critiquing each other’s writing for grammar or style\, although students are encouraged to prayerfully reflect on one another’s entries and to explore the question of how the creative process of writing can be a tool for deepening our relationship with God.
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CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:St. Teresa of Ávila Retreat at Mepkin Abbey
DESCRIPTION:The Carmelite nun Teresa of Ávila — saint\, mystic\, and doctor of the church — is one of the greatest teachers of Christian prayer. Her guidance speaks to men and women\, laypeople and monastics\, beginners and proficients. In this retreat\, we will explore Teresa’s rich and beautiful insights on how to grow closer to God through prayer\, with practical instructions on how to apply her wisdom to our lives today. The retreat leader\, Carl McColman\, is the author of several books on Christian contemplation and spirituality\, including The Big Book of Christian Mysticism. This retreat is suitable for both newcomers to contemplative spirituality as well as more seasoned practitioners. \nThis retreat is fully booked. Click here to be added to the waiting list.
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/st-teresa-of-avila-retreat-at-mepkin-abbey/
LOCATION:Mepkin Abbey\, 1098 Mepkin Abbey Rd\, Moncks Corner\, SC\, 29461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Elemental Scotland Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Retreat and Pilgrimage on the Isle of Mull (with visits to Iona and other sacred sites) — led by Carl and Fran McColman\, Laura Imperial\, and Phil Foster\n\n\nThis retreat is fully booked. Please contact us if you would like to be placed on a waiting list.\n\n\n\nExplore the wisdom\, the poetry\, and the sacred stories of Celtic Scotland on this seven-day retreat in the windswept Hebridean Isle of Mull! \nJoin Carl McColman (author of Invitation to Celtic Wisdom)\, contemplative artist Fran McColman\, poet/storyteller Phil Foster\, and tourguide Laura Imperial as we celebrate the spirituality of the saints\, the legends of ancient heroes\, and the abiding mystery of the old Celtic lore. \nWe will be based at the elegant Ardfenaig Lodge (previously the hunting lodge for the Duke of Argyll)\, with easy day trips to Duart Castle\, Lochbuie Standing Stone Circle\, Staffa Island (home of Fingal’s Cave\, immortalized by poet James McPherson and composer Felix Mendelssohn)\, and Iona — legendary home of Saint Columba\, burial place of Scottish kings\, and the sacred destination of Celtic pilgrims from the world over. \nOur time together will foster a meaningful and contemplative retreat experience. Each day Carl and/or Phil will guide us into the spirituality of the Celts through stories\, poetry\, legends\, liturgy and lore. \n\n\n\nCarl and Fran will offer guidance for contemplative creativity (journaling\, photography\, and art). Laura will help us to appreciate the history\, geography and local lore of this sacred place. \nOur schedule will balance our day-trips with time for reflection and the space to explore and enjoy the convivial culture of the Scottish Hebrides\, including visits to pubs\, churches\, and cafés. \nTo maximize the contemplative nature of our week together\, we are limiting this experience to 11 participants.\n\n\n\nThe cost for Elemental Scotland is $2200. This covers: \n\n\n\nLodging (double occupancy) for 7 nights (no single occupancy rooms available)\nAll breakfasts (including fresh eggs)\, 3 lunches\, 3 dinners with wine\nTransportation (including ferry to Iona) around the island after arriving at Ardfenaig\nDuart Castle tour\nStanding Stones\nTrip to Staffa\nSunday service at Iona Abbey\nTour of Iona Abbey\nPilgrimage walk around Iona led by a member of the Iona Community\n\n\nThis price does not include air fare or transportation costs to and from Ardfenaig. We recommend you travel to Edinburgh or Glasgow\, and we will provide detailed instructions for making your own pilgrimage from the city to the remote setting of our retreat. \n\nThis retreat is fully booked. Please contact us if you would like to be placed on a waiting list. \n\nFingal’s Cave \n\nCarl McColman is a contemplative author\, teacher\, and spiritual guide. He is the author of various books\, including An Invitation to Celtic Wisdom\, 366 Celt: A Year and a Day of Celtic Wisdom and Lore and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Celtic Wisdom. He blogs for the Contemplative Channel on Patheos and is the co-host of the Encountering Silence podcast. He is a life professed Lay Cistercian of the Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers\, GA. \nFran McColman creates beauty in a variety of media. She is a contemplative photographer\, artist\, and a certified Zentangle teacher. She loves working with watercolor\, pen and ink\, and dyes for silk. Her work celebrates the splendor of nature\, the love of the Divine\, and the yearning for compassion and connection in each of our hearts. She particularly enjoys helping others find their own artistic voice through a contemplative approach to creativity. \nLaura Imperial\, MS\, LPC\, LMFT has been going to the Isle of Mull annually for the past 20 years\, and calls it her spiritual home and sanctuary. She is a psychotherapist and marriage and family therapist\, and lives in New Orleans\, LA\, USA.  Laura currently works as a consultant and volunteers with the Mental Health Crisis Unit of the New Orleans Police Department. She enjoys gardening\, triathlons\, and playing bass guitar. \nPhil Foster\, MDiv\, LPC\, LLC is a psychotherapist and consultant from Decatur\, GA\, USA.  Phil has led dozens of workshops and retreats on spirituality\, mythic-poetics\, and archetypal/transpersonal psychotherapy. He is an ordained Disciples of Christ clergyperson\, and a life professed Lay Cistercian of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit\, in Conyers\, GA.  Phil enjoys poetry and is a life-long drummer.
URL:https://www.anamchara.com/event/elemental-scotland-retreat/
LOCATION:Ardfennaig Lodge\, Ardfennaig\, Isle of Mull\, Scotland\, PA67 6DX\, United Kingdom
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