This retreat meets participants a couple of weeks into the Lenten journey, as we carry hopes for what God might be shaping within us: in our relationship with God and with others, in the ways our faith is expressed through action, and in how our lives might have a meaningful impact on our communities and the wider world. We may not know exactly how this will happen, but we believe that it can, and we want to collaborate with God in bringing it about. In the midst of February — with slight hints of spring and life about to burst forth from death — we will listen and reflect on the choices and invitations God puts before us and work with him to be more available to what this Lent might do in us, and then through us. Lunch is included. Guided by Joanne Cahoon.
Joanne Cahoon, D.Min. holds a bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies, master’s degree in Religion/Pastoral Ministry, graduate certificates in spiritual direction and in spirituality studies, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, where her specialization was spirituality and practical theology. Along the way, Joanne has taught in elementary, secondary, undergraduate, and graduate school settings. She has also served as youth minister, high school campus minister, consultant, writer, national trainer, diocesan staff member, staff member of a graduate school, spiritual director, facilitator of retreats, and professional coach. Joanne has welcomed and worked with many individuals and groups, serving them as they listen for God’s invitations in their personal and corporate lives. She finds it a privilege to be involved in spiritual and human formation — bringing deep listening, presence, creativity, and a commitment to her own ongoing formation to her work.