BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20251205T191443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T113824Z
UID:12109-1777402800-1777406400@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person\, Evening Centering Prayer Session
DESCRIPTION:Held IN PERSON on the \n\n2nd and 5th Tuesdays of the month\, 1-2pm and\n4th Tuesday of the month\, 7-8pm.\n\nFor these in-person sessions\, registration is required and preferred in advance. \n(Virtual Zoom sessions will be the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 1-2pm. Register for Virtual Sessions by emailing facilitator Amy Sorensen Kulesa at kulesa.neshama@gmail.com.) \nCentering Prayer is a form of Christian contemplative prayer\, in which one abides in the Presence of God in interior silence. Centering Prayer emphasizes the indwelling Presence of the Holy Trinity within and among us\, and our openness\, through receptive silence and restful surrender\, to God’s action and healing grace. For our one-hour sessions\, we will gather to pray together in silence\, attentive to the stillness within\, and reflect together on readings related to our prayer life. The sessions are relaxed and informal. You are invited to dress comfortably and use a meditation cushion\, if you would like. \nFacilitation for each Centering Prayer session will be led by an experienced member of the group\, both staff and from the community. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Coordinated by Amy Sorensen Kulesa.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-evening-centering-prayer-session-28/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Silent
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/04/hands-1926414_640-e1657224031120.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T172312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T131831Z
UID:11801-1777296600-1777303800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Yoga Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing \nThis restorative yoga and sound healing workshop invites participants of all ages and abilities to slow down\, release tension\, and reconnect with their bodies and minds. Using gentle\, supported poses\, soothing sound vibrations\, and mindful breathwork\, the practice promotes relaxation\, stress reduction\, and emotional balance. Participants will experience restorative yoga stretches that calm the nervous system\, vibrational sound healing with crystal bowls\, chimes\, and drums to deepen focus and serenity\, and simple breathwork and mindfulness exercises to cultivate presence and inner peace. No prior yoga experience is required. Bring a yoga mat and props such as blankets or pillows to support comfort and alignment\, ensuring you can fully rest and receive the benefits of the practice. Please dress comfortably and come with an open mind. \nNote: The same program will be offered in the Morning Session and Afternoon Session as part of this Weekday Workshop event. When registering\, be sure to select/indicate your preferred time slot. This registration page is for the Afternoon Session. \nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nTeara Booker\, MPH\, CD\, E-RYT 300 is a seasoned wellness practitioner and maternal health expert with over 20 years of experience in public and maternal health. She holds degrees in health\, dispute resolution\, and behavioral management and is extensively trained and certified in a variety of movement and restorative practices. Teara has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and communities through education\, empowerment\, and holistic wellness\, blending her deep understanding of health with evidence-based practices and intuitive guidance. A passionate interdisciplinary educator\, Teara is trained in Ashtanga\, Yin\, Vinyasa\, Restorative Yoga\, and Yoga Nidra\, creating workshops that cultivate mindfulness\, healing\, and self-awareness. Her approach integrates movement\, meditation\, and somatic practices to help participants connect with their bodies\, release tension\, and nurture overall well-being. Through her workshops\, Teara inspires individuals to embrace balance\, cultivate resilience\, and harness their inner strength for lasting wellness.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-yoga-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/03/7.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T171423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T134212Z
UID:11795-1777296600-1777303800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re so sorry\, but we did not have enough registrations to hold the Afternoon Creative Workshop. We hope you’ll consider joining the Morning Creative Workshop instead. Thank you!\nArt Hearts \nThe word\, “encourage” is a heart word. It is rooted in the Latin word for heart and means “to make strong\, to hearten\, to inspire\, to fill with hope.” Art Hearts are heart shaped mini-messages of encouragement\, love\, and light. In this workshop\, we will begin our creative process with a short meditation to connect with our own beautiful hearts and then use paint\, stamping\, stenciling\, collage\, and mark-making to transform blank watercolor paper into 8-10 unique messages\, perfect to inspire yourself or give as small gifts. All supplies included. No art experience needed. \nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nMichelle Lisenbee\, RN\, BSN\, HNB-BC\, LMT is a Holistic Registered Nurse\, a Board-Certified Licensed Massage Therapist\, and mixed media collage artist from Savage\, Maryland. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from George Mason University\, her massage training at the Baltimore School of Massage\, and her Board Certification from the American Holistic Nurses Association. Her training has included various bodywork and holistic therapies over the years. Michelle is also a self-taught mixed media artist who believes that connection is where healing happens. Exploring ways to cultivate space for connection both in her own life and the lives of others is her calling\, and she is currently developing her own healing arts practice.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-creative-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/09/IMG_0734-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T170208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T165515Z
UID:11790-1777296600-1777303800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Saints Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re so sorry\, but we did not have enough registrations to hold the Saints Workshop.\nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-saints-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/07/Jesus-and-Mary-Magdalene-e1658514518220.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T172703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T132501Z
UID:11803-1777291200-1777294800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch at Bon Secours on April 27
DESCRIPTION:Meal Ticket for Lunch in the Dining Room \nEnjoy a self-serve\, buffet lunch in our Dining Room. Your meal includes the entree of the day\, salad bar\, dessert\, and beverage. \nPlease pick up your meal ticket at the front desk when you check-in. \nLunch is served in the Dining Room on the first floor from 12pm-1pm. Your meal ticket is only valid on April 27\, 2026. \nWe’re sorry\, but meal tickets are not refundable. \nRegistrations for meal tickets will be accepted until noon on 4/20/26. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/lunch-at-bon-secours-on-april-27/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/03/11.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T171934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T131809Z
UID:11797-1777284000-1777291200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:MORNING Yoga Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Restorative Yoga and Sound Healing \nThis restorative yoga and sound healing workshop invites participants of all ages and abilities to slow down\, release tension\, and reconnect with their bodies and minds. Using gentle\, supported poses\, soothing sound vibrations\, and mindful breathwork\, the practice promotes relaxation\, stress reduction\, and emotional balance. Participants will experience restorative yoga stretches that calm the nervous system\, vibrational sound healing with crystal bowls\, chimes\, and drums to deepen focus and serenity\, and simple breathwork and mindfulness exercises to cultivate presence and inner peace. No prior yoga experience is required. Bring a yoga mat and props such as blankets or pillows to support comfort and alignment\, ensuring you can fully rest and receive the benefits of the practice. Please dress comfortably and come with an open mind. \nNote: The same program will be offered in the Morning Session and Afternoon Session as part of this Weekday Workshop event. When registering\, be sure to select/indicate your preferred time slot. This registration page is for the Morning Session. \nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nTeara Booker\, MPH\, CD\, E-RYT 300 is a seasoned wellness practitioner and maternal health expert with over 20 years of experience in public and maternal health. She holds degrees in health\, dispute resolution\, and behavioral management and is extensively trained and certified in a variety of movement and restorative practices. Teara has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and communities through education\, empowerment\, and holistic wellness\, blending her deep understanding of health with evidence-based practices and intuitive guidance. A passionate interdisciplinary educator\, Teara is trained in Ashtanga\, Yin\, Vinyasa\, Restorative Yoga\, and Yoga Nidra\, creating workshops that cultivate mindfulness\, healing\, and self-awareness. Her approach integrates movement\, meditation\, and somatic practices to help participants connect with their bodies\, release tension\, and nurture overall well-being. Through her workshops\, Teara inspires individuals to embrace balance\, cultivate resilience\, and harness their inner strength for lasting wellness.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-yoga-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/03/8.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T171223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T131742Z
UID:11792-1777284000-1777291200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:MORNING Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Art Hearts \nThe word\, “encourage” is a heart word. It is rooted in the Latin word for heart and means “to make strong\, to hearten\, to inspire\, to fill with hope.” Art Hearts are heart shaped mini-messages of encouragement\, love\, and light. In this workshop\, we will begin our creative process with a short meditation to connect with our own beautiful hearts and then use paint\, stamping\, stenciling\, collage\, and mark-making to transform blank watercolor paper into 8-10 unique messages\, perfect to inspire yourself or give as small gifts. All supplies included. No art experience needed. \nNote: The same program will be offered in the Morning Session and Afternoon Session as part of this Weekday Workshop event. When registering\, be sure to select/indicate your preferred time slot. This registration page is for the Morning Session. \nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nMichelle Lisenbee\, RN\, BSN\, HNB-BC\, LMT is a Holistic Registered Nurse\, a Board-Certified Licensed Massage Therapist\, and mixed media collage artist from Savage\, Maryland. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from George Mason University\, her massage training at the Baltimore School of Massage\, and her Board Certification from the American Holistic Nurses Association. Her training has included various bodywork and holistic therapies over the years. Michelle is also a self-taught mixed media artist who believes that connection is where healing happens. Exploring ways to cultivate space for connection both in her own life and the lives of others is her calling\, and she is currently developing her own healing arts practice.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-creative-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/09/IMG_0734-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T170021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T165155Z
UID:11788-1777284000-1777291200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:MORNING Saints Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re so sorry\, but we did not have enough registrations to hold the Saints Workshop.\nExplore our website for other morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-saints-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/07/Jesus-and-Mary-Magdalene-e1658514518220.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T162738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T122223Z
UID:11782-1777109400-1777132800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Earth Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Deepening Connections\, Weaving Reciprocity \n“The divine communicates to us primarily through the language of the natural world. Not to hear the natural world is not to hear the divine.” ~Thomas Berry \nIn this week of Earth Day celebrations\, we’re invited to remember and reweave ever-deeper\, sacred connections to the living world around us. Our souls long to reclaim full communion with all life\, to re-establish rich relationships too-often hidden beneath cultural expectations\, distractions\, and chaotic times. \nAs we open to deepening connections to the land and lives around us — our kith and kin — we also open to beauty\, joy\, wisdom\, and gratitude. And within us awakens a sense of loving generosity toward those who have given so much. We see that we live within an ecosystem\, participate in a cycle of reciprocity\, and are called to support mutual well-being. \nJoin us on this day-long retreat to slow our busy minds\, tune our senses to the more than human life around us\, and remember that all are held within a living\, sacred web. Our day will include opportunities for shared conversation\, contemplative silence\, and wandering the paths outdoors. Your guide will offer contemplative practices to deepen your spiritual practice and encourage connecting to the beauty and wisdom of the sacred community in which we live. Lunch is included. Guided by Leah Rampy. \nLeah Rampy\, PhD is a writer\, speaker\, and experienced retreat leader who weaves ecology\, spirituality\, personal stories\, and practices to help others deepen their relationship to the natural world. She authored the award-winning Earth & Soul: Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos\, co-authored with Beth Norcross Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees\, and is a frequent speaker on spiritual ecology and leadership in these uncertain times. Leah is the founder and leader of Church of the Wild Two Rivers that meets regularly to deepen spirituality through time in the natural world. She has led over a dozen pilgrimages to sacred places in the US and internationally for the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation\, where she previously served as the Executive Director and continues to serve as an adjunct staff member. Her essays on living more fully connected to Earth in these uncertain times appear weekly on Substack in Reweaving Earth & Soul.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/earth-awareness/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Nature
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2019/09/hands-holding-globe.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T104500
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20251205T193811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T191353Z
UID:12131-1776763800-1776768300@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Quiet Mornings - In Person Session
DESCRIPTION:Due to a scheduling issue\, this month’s In-Person Quiet Mornings session will be held April 21.\nQuiet Mornings sessions are currently being held IN-PERSON on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. \n(It is also held virtually on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday and 4th Saturday. Every virtual session is held from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon.)\nPlease email Joanne at jmcahooneph3@gmail.com for the Zoom sessions invitation for Virtual sessions. \nQuiet mornings provide an opportunity for quiet – for reflection\, prayer\, listening\, presence – in common with others. Perhaps you’d like to carve out time\, but could use the support of a structure that is also flexible? Most of us could! And there is encouragement and strength in coming together in this way. You are welcome whenever matches your schedule/desire/need. \nEach gathering is bracketed by an opening and closing prayer. The quiet hour at its heart is not scripted or guided. Each one enters the quiet and utilizes or follows it as she/he desires to do so. Some opt to journal\, read\, walk; to engage in meditation; imaginative prayer or centering prayer; art or collage; or physical movement. The commitment to enter the quiet with some regularity as an ongoing practice is the point. By doing so in companionship with others\, we support each other’s journey just by willingly being present in God’s presence together\, and hoping good for each other. In our closing prayer\, we pray a blessing for each other. Please feel welcome! Guided by Joanne Cahoon. \nJoanne Cahoon\, D.Min. – spiritual director\, retreat leader\, coach – facilitates the Quiet Mornings. 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/quiet-mornings-in-person-session-27/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2019/01/sunrise-by-pond-e1684934227592.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T161630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T170233Z
UID:11776-1776614400-1777035600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute Cohort 7 - Session 2 COMMUTER Option
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the COMMUTER option for Cohort 7\nfor those who live locally and choose not to stay overnight.\nPlease click the following links if you prefer the\nVIRTUAL option or the OVERNIGHT option.\n  \nIntensive Training Program for Those Interested in Spiritual Direction \nThe second week-long session of the Spiritual Direction Institute will provide a deeper foundation for understanding and engaging in the practice of spiritual direction in the Christian tradition. It is intended to enhance the students’ understanding of the spiritual life\, with attention given to developing the basic skills required for this ministry. Classes will include presentations\, discussions\, and interactive experiences. There will be time for quiet reflection throughout the week. \nThe Commuter Option does not include overnight lodging or breakfast.\nThe program begins with dinner at 6pm on the first day. \nPrerequisite: \nCompletion of the week-long introductory intensive (September 2025) or permission of the instructor. \nCourse Learning Objectives: \n– Gain an understanding of the spiritual life — its breadth\, depth\, and language — in order to understand the context of spiritual direction ministry. \n– Examine and understand the core principles of effective spiritual direction\, noting the implications for both the director and the directee. \n– Enhance and practice the basic interpersonal skills necessary for the exercise of this ministry\, such as maintaining appropriate boundaries\, dealing with transference and counter-transference\, etc. \n– Explore a range of issues for which people might find themselves when seeking spiritual direction: loss\, grief\, spiritual darkness\, alienation from the church\, and abuse. \nRequired Texts:   \n-Henri Nouwen\, Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming (New York: Doubleday\, 1992). \nFollowing This Session:  \nIn the months between Session 2 and Session 3\, students will offer spiritual direction as “interns” and will write up two case studies for the final week. \nThe third week-long intensive in the program is scheduled for September 26-October 2\, 2026. Registration for this final session will be available soon. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon completion of the entire program\, which includes these three week-long sessions and the required course work. \nQuestions: If you have questions\, please contact Sr. Bernie Claps at Bernadette.Claps@CBSParis.org. \nGuided By: Kathy Brown and Sr. Bernie Claps\, CBS. \nKathleen Hope Brown\, D.Min. teaches spiritual direction and other courses in spirituality at the Virginia Theological Union. Her doctorate in Adult Spiritual Formation is from Catholic University. \nSister Bernadette Claps\, a Sister of Bon Secours\, provides spiritual direction and spiritual companionship at the Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours. She holds graduate certificates in Spiritual Direction\, Spirituality and Aging. She has done graduate studies in theology and received a Master of Social Work from New York University.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/bon-secours-spiritual-direction-institute-cohort-7-session-2-commuter-option/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/09/fall-carousel-driveway-pic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T161245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T170132Z
UID:11774-1776614400-1777035600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute Cohort 7 - Session 2 VIRTUAL Option
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the VIRTUAL option for Cohort 7\nfor those unable to attend in person.\nPlease click the following links if you prefer the\nCOMMUTER option or the OVERNIGHT option.\n  \nIntensive Training Program for Those Interested in Spiritual Direction \nThe second week-long session of the Spiritual Direction Institute will provide a deeper foundation for understanding and engaging in the practice of spiritual direction in the Christian tradition. It is intended to enhance the students’ understanding of the spiritual life\, with attention given to developing the basic skills required for this ministry. Classes will include presentations\, discussions\, and interactive experiences. There will be time for quiet reflection throughout the week. \nPlease plan to attend the virtual sessions in real time. The program begins at 7pm on the first day. \nPrerequisite: \nCompletion of the week-long introductory intensive (September 2025) or permission of the instructor. \nCourse Learning Objectives: \n– Gain an understanding of the spiritual life — its breadth\, depth\, and language — in order to understand the context of spiritual direction ministry. \n– Examine and understand the core principles of effective spiritual direction\, noting the implications for both the director and the directee. \n– Enhance and practice the basic interpersonal skills necessary for the exercise of this ministry\, such as maintaining appropriate boundaries\, dealing with transference and counter-transference\, etc. \n– Explore a range of issues for which people might find themselves when seeking spiritual direction: loss\, grief\, spiritual darkness\, alienation from the church\, and abuse. \nRequired Texts:   \n-Henri Nouwen\, Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming (New York: Doubleday\, 1992). \nFollowing This Session:  \nIn the months between Session 2 and Session 3\, students will offer spiritual direction as “interns” and will write up two case studies for the final week. \nThe third week-long intensive in the program is scheduled for September 26-October 2\, 2026. Registration for this final session will be available soon. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon completion of the entire program\, which includes these three week-long sessions and the required course work. \nQuestions: If you have questions\, please contact Sr. Bernie Claps at Bernadette.Claps@CBSParis.org. \nGuided By: Kathy Brown and Sr. Bernie Claps\, CBS. \nKathleen Hope Brown\, D.Min. teaches spiritual direction and other courses in spirituality at the Virginia Theological Union. Her doctorate in Adult Spiritual Formation is from Catholic University. \nSister Bernadette Claps\, a Sister of Bon Secours\, provides spiritual direction and spiritual companionship at the Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours. She holds graduate certificates in Spiritual Direction\, Spirituality and Aging. She has done graduate studies in theology and received a Master of Social Work from New York University.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/bon-secours-spiritual-direction-institute-cohort-7-session-2-virtual-option/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/07/sisters-g645c205f2_640-e1689959381377.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T160816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T170028Z
UID:11771-1776614400-1777035600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute Cohort 7 - Session 2 OVERNIGHT Option
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the OVERNIGHT option for Cohort 7.\nPlease click the following links if you prefer the\nCOMMUTER option or the VIRTUAL option.\nIntensive Training Program for Those Interested in Spiritual Direction \nThe second week-long session of the Spiritual Direction Institute will provide a deeper foundation for understanding and engaging in the practice of spiritual direction in the Christian tradition. It is intended to enhance the students’ understanding of the spiritual life\, with attention given to developing the basic skills required for this ministry. Classes will include presentations\, discussions\, and interactive experiences. There will be time for quiet reflection throughout the week. \nLodging room check-in for overnight guests will begin at 4pm\, and the program will start after dinner. Check-out on Friday is 11am\, but participants will depart after lunch. \nPrerequisite: \nCompletion of the week-long introductory intensive (September 2025) or permission of the instructor. \nCourse Learning Objectives: \n– Gain an understanding of the spiritual life — its breadth\, depth\, and language — in order to understand the context of spiritual direction ministry. \n– Examine and understand the core principles of effective spiritual direction\, noting the implications for both the director and the directee. \n– Enhance and practice the basic interpersonal skills necessary for the exercise of this ministry\, such as maintaining appropriate boundaries\, dealing with transference and counter-transference\, etc. \n– Explore a range of issues for which people might find themselves when seeking spiritual direction: loss\, grief\, spiritual darkness\, alienation from the church\, and abuse. \nRequired Texts:   \n-Henri Nouwen\, Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming (New York: Doubleday\, 1992). \nFollowing This Session:  \nIn the months between Session 2 and Session 3\, students will offer spiritual direction as “interns” and will write up two case studies for the final week. \nThe third week-long intensive in the program is scheduled for September 26-October 2\, 2026. Registration for this final session will be available soon. A certificate of completion will be awarded upon completion of the entire program\, which includes these three week-long sessions and the required course work. \nQuestions: If you have questions\, please contact Sr. Bernie Claps at Bernadette.Claps@CBSParis.org. \nGuided By: Kathy Brown and Sr. Bernie Claps\, CBS. \nKathleen Hope Brown\, D.Min. teaches spiritual direction and other courses in spirituality at the Virginia Theological Union. Her doctorate in Adult Spiritual Formation is from Catholic University. \nSister Bernadette Claps\, a Sister of Bon Secours\, provides spiritual direction and spiritual companionship at the Retreat and Conference Center at Bon Secours. She holds graduate certificates in Spiritual Direction\, Spirituality and Aging. She has done graduate studies in theology and received a Master of Social Work from New York University.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/bon-secours-spiritual-direction-institute-cohort-7-session-2-overnight-option/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/09/2022-fall-aerial-view-of-circle.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T160152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T120218Z
UID:11766-1776418200-1776441600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Making Key Changes
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: There is a NEW DATE for this retreat. Making Key Changes will be held on FRIDAY\, APRIL 17.\nMentorship & Motivation UNLOCKED! \nChange can be challenging — but it’s within reach! In this empowering retreat day\, participants will reflect on their personal journeys\, identify the key people in their stories\, and explore how each one contributes to their growth. Together\, we’ll define what meaningful change looks like and how to take actionable steps toward it. Through a creative and compelling lens\, we’ll explore key changes that help beat burnout\, boost confidence\, build effective routines\, and align a shared vision. Participants will be guided to envision the next chapter of their evolving story and uncover the changes that can unlock their fullest potential — both personally and professionally — in partnership with those they love\, serve\, and lead. Lunch is included. Guided by Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl. \nDr. Lori Schwartz Reichl is the visionary thought leader behind Making Key Changes\, LLC\, a consultancy dedicated to mentorship and motivation\, and the founder of The Confidence Camp\, a summer program empowering youth. As an accomplished author\, educator\, podcaster\, and former public school music teacher and band director (2001–2015)\, Lori has always centered her work on transformation — through music\, leadership\, and human connection. Today\, she leads a “global classroom\,” guiding organizations\, teams\, and individuals to unlock their greatest potential by making key changes that help them grow alongside those they love\, serve\, or lead. Lori is a sought-after speaker and consultant who has delivered hundreds of learning sessions and keynote addresses across the nation. She hosts the Making Key Changes podcast and produces its companion newsletter\, offering weekly actionable insights across multiple media platforms. Lori lives in Maryland with her husband and their two active children. Learn more at MakingKeyChanges.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/making-key-changes/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/04/checklist-g5b2624ca4_640-e1682000235596.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032704
CREATED:20250924T155405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T122826Z
UID:11761-1776418200-1776441600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:The Widow's Might - A Retreat Day for Widows
DESCRIPTION:Finding Strength for the Journey \nCome experience time away from the wilderness of widowhood and seek solace at a retreat that has been designed with you in mind. This retreat will aid you and encourage you to look forward and upward as you travel this widow’s walk and remind you that you are not alone. Gain new insights about how God made you to survive and thrive through reflection\, self-assessment\, and interaction with women who have experienced similar loss — and with a God who has the power to renew your strength\, heal your broken heart\, and give you hope for tomorrow. Lunch is included. Guided by Rev. Terrye Moore. \n[Want to extend your retreat experience? With at least 48 hours’ notice (and subject to availability)\, Bon Secours offers “private retreats” with lodging and meals. Register for two back-to-back retreats and add an overnight stay as a private retreatant for the night between. Call the Welcome Center at 410-442-3120 to inquire about booking a private retreat.] \n Rev. Terrye Moore’s life and ministry are anchored in the divine calling of Isaiah 49:1-6: to be a servant of the Lord and carry God’s salvation “to the ends of the earth.” With a heart for people and a passion for purpose\, she has spent decades building ministries that uplift\, empower\, and transform lives. She is a mother and grandmother who describes herself as a “remarried widow.” A proud graduate of Tuskegee University (Class of 1981)\, Rev. Moore was ordained in 2005 and quickly became a driving force in establishing impactful ministries for men\, women\, and youth. In 2011\, she was consecrated to pastoral ministry and installed as Assistant Pastor. Soon after\, she took a leap of faith — leaving behind a successful career in Information Technology to fully dedicate her life to God’s work. In 2012\, Rev. Moore founded The Virtuous Woman’s Institute\, a God-given vision to minister to the “total woman”— spirit\, soul\, and body. Her commitment to community collaboration led to the formation of the Northwest Faith-Based Community Partnership in 2013\, a united effort among Baltimore congregations to bring healing and hope to the city. She deepened her theological foundation with a Master of Arts in Church Ministries from the Ecumenical Institute of St. Mary’s Seminary & University in 2014. In 2017\, she was installed as Senior Pastor of New Solid Rock Fellowship Church\, leading the congregation with boldness\, compassion\, and prophetic insight. Rev. Moore’s influence has not gone unnoticed. In 2020\, she received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from St. Thomas Christian University. In 2021\, she was honored as one of “The Guardians of Baltimore\,” a powerful photo documentary celebrating unsung female leaders who have been pillars of strength in their communities. Most recently\, in 2023\, she was ordained to the Office of Prophet through Jackie Miller Ministries. Rev. Terrye Moore continues to serve faithfully — equipping the saints\, engaging the community\, and extending God’s love with unwavering conviction.                                                           
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/the-widows-might-a-retreat-day-for-widows/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/09/rose-and-candle-e1631027261255.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR