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For December’s Guided Silent Retreat we will explore themes from the overlooked people and stories that come from The Protoevangelium (“First Good News”) of James. This is a very ancient Infancy Gospel that explores the early life of Mary and the birth of Jesus. It is the earliest fully intact Gospel ever found, and it had a tremendous influence on the early church’s understanding of Mary and Jesus, as well as has influenced much of the Eastern and Oriental Orthodox iconography. Our Advent theme this year is “Overlooked,” and we will explore some of the overlooked persons from the Christmas story, e.g. Elizabeth, Herod, Joseph, and the midwife. Find out all about her at our retreat.

The retreat will begin with a brief introduction and major themes of this ancient text. Then, we will descend into a time of group centering prayer. Afterwards, you will receive a full copy of The Protoevangelium as well as other readings around Advent. You will be free to use the day as you wish – reading the texts or doing your own reading and praying. There will be plenty of time for reading and reflection, prayerful walking, and space for prayerful art. Participants will receive handouts with readings, prayers for use as lectio divina as well as reflective questions. 

The cost of the Retreat is $25 and includes the price of lunch.  We don’t want anyone to miss out because of pricing. Contact Haley for information on scholarships at hbrown@chapelwood.org.

During the Advent and Christmas season, we are surrounded by sparkling decorations and cheerful music. It seems as if everyone is caught up in the joyful spirit of Christmas. For many of us though, the holiday can be difficult, sad, and lonely.

The Service of the Longest Night is held on the Sunday evening before the longest night of the year. The “longest night” has become an expression for the spiritual journey of grief and loss. Our time together will be especially appropriate for those who have experienced a significant loss this past year.

In this time of worship, you are invited to a quiet refuge of prayer, music, remembrance, and Holy Communion. We will acknowledge our losses and ponder the everlasting hope that shines like a light in the darkness.

The word “epiphany” means “manifestation.” Often this Day is set aside to remember how Christ was “manifested” or revealed to the magi as representative of Gentiles (or non-Jews). But what if this was not the original meaning of the “wise ones from the East” who opened their three treasures and offered them to the Anointed Child? In our January Guided Silent Retreat, after a time of Centering, Michael will give a short presentation on the ancient as well as the inner meaning of the treasures of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Much of the symbolism has been lost but, once seen, will deepen your understanding and experience of this day and how it helps us to both receive and embody grace. As a part of this day, participants will experience anointing with holy oil. The day will have plenty of time for silence and will end with a contemplative communion together.

You will be free to use the day as you wish – reading the texts or doing your own reading and praying. There will be plenty of time for reading and reflection, prayerful walking, and space for prayerful art. Participants will receive handouts with readings, prayers for use as lectio divina as well as reflective questions. 

The cost of the retreat is $20 and includes the price of lunch.  We don’t want anyone to miss out because of pricing. Contact Haley for information on scholarships at hbrown@chapelwood.org.

Sometimes you just need a new way to express our spirituality. The ways you’ve been connecting with God feel like they’re falling flat and you’re not sure what to do. A new practice can tap into new aspects of yourself and your awareness of God.

Creative Space is a nurturing, encouraging gathering of people who come together to create art and spend time in personal reflection. You will get an opportunity to explore spirituality through creative expression, as well as to be creative in a setting that is intentionally designed to enhance the spiritual.

Create Space is on the third Saturday of each month and is open to all. Art supplies will be provided. Learn more and sign up at the registration link below.

When we gather for an Open Studio, there is not a theme or presentation. We just allow Spirit to lead us into the images and see what happens when we engage in an afternoon of card-making.

$15 Supply Fee. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! If you are a newcomer to SoulCollage® there will be an introduction at 1:00 pm and you’ll have plenty of time to make cards. Add $10 for Introductory Materials.

We will begin at 9:00 am  with a gathering time of Morning Prayer and Introduction to prayer beads as a contemplative practice. This prayer tool can be especially helpful and centering as we move into and through the season of Lent, which begins on February 14. After Morning Prayer and the Introduction, we will then give you some instructions and guidance in creating your very own set of traditional “Protestant Prayer Beads”. We will have a dedicated “workshop” space where you will be able to craft these from the materials we provide for you. 

You will be free to use the day as you wish – reading the texts or doing your own reading and praying. There will be plenty of time for reading and reflection, prayerful walking, and space for prayerful art. Participants will receive handouts with readings, prayers for use as lectio divina as well as reflective questions. 

The cost of the retreat is $35 and includes the price of lunch, one set of prayer beads, and a little booklet of liturgies and templates you can use with your prayer beads. 

We don’t want anyone to miss out because of pricing. Contact Haley for information on scholarships at hbrown@chapelwood.org.

SoulCollage® is a spiritual practice that helps us know ourselves and grow closer to the person God has created us to be. Our 2024 theme is “Embodied Spirituality.” Your body is a temple of the Spirit, who dwells in you. ~from 1 Corinthians 6:19

There are full-day and morning-only registration options available. See the registration link for more details about options and fees.

Sometimes you just need a new way to express our spirituality. The ways you’ve been connecting with God feel like they’re falling flat and you’re not sure what to do. A new practice can tap into new aspects of yourself and your awareness of God.

Creative Space is a nurturing, encouraging gathering of people who come together to create art and spend time in personal reflection. You will get an opportunity to explore spirituality through creative expression, as well as to be creative in a setting that is intentionally designed to enhance the spiritual.

Create Space is on the third Saturday of each month and is open to all. Art supplies will be provided. Learn more and sign up at the registration link below.

The Stations of the Cross began as a remembrance that pilgrims had when they were retracing Jesus’ finals steps in Jerusalem up to the hill where He was crucified. Wanting to share that practice and experience with people who couldn’t make the trip to Jerusalem, they created local stations of meditation that became in itself a tradition. You can find this tradition on the inside of many churches still today. At this guided silent retreat participants will be able to reflect on this journey through meditations, scripture and artwork from Scott Erickson.

You will be free to use the day as you wish – reading the texts or doing your own reading and praying. There will be plenty of time for reading and reflection, prayerful walking, and space for prayerful art. Participants will receive handouts with readings, prayers for use as lectio divina as well as reflective questions. 

The cost of the retreat is $35 and includes the price of lunch.  We don’t want anyone to miss out because of pricing. Contact Haley for information on scholarships at hbrown@chapelwood.org.

SoulCollage® is a spiritual practice that helps us know ourselves and grow closer to the person God has created us to be. Our 2024 theme is “Embodied Spirituality.” Your body is a temple of the Spirit, who dwells in you. ~from 1 Corinthians 6:19

There are full-day and morning-only registration options available. See the registration link for more details about options and fees.

Sometimes you just need a new way to express our spirituality. The ways you’ve been connecting with God feel like they’re falling flat and you’re not sure what to do. A new practice can tap into new aspects of yourself and your awareness of God.

Creative Space is a nurturing, encouraging gathering of people who come together to create art and spend time in personal reflection. You will get an opportunity to explore spirituality through creative expression, as well as to be creative in a setting that is intentionally designed to enhance the spiritual.

Create Space is on the third Saturday of each month and is open to all. Art supplies will be provided. Learn more and sign up at the registration link below.