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SUMMARY:Honoring My Story - Who Do I Say I Am?
DESCRIPTION:Chimamanda Negozi Adichie says\, “When we reject the single story\, when we realize that there is never a single story…we regain a kind of paradise.” \nOur lives are not linear\, but filled with nuances\, curves\, and start and stop movements. The world can be very quick to dictate or impose its own lenses and disregard the personal stories we carry. There is power in someone’s voice; there is honor in someone’s story that represents a village that has formed them. We are more than a name\, a title\, or a circumstance. During this one-night retreat\, we will explore how we choose a story to tell that honors our identity. We will also honor how to listen without judgment to the stories shared by others. Jesus asked Peter\, “Who do you say I am?” We are invited into that same sacred question\, as we first focus on defining who we are. How one chooses to share is up to them. It may be through poetry\, drawing\, dance\, silent mime. We honor all we receive. Honoring one another’s story is a lived testimony. Guided by Rev. Sandra Dorsainvil. \nLodging and meals are included. Check-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes at 3pm on Saturday. \nRev. Sandra Dorsainvil is an ordained minister with the American Baptist Churches\, USA. She serves as a ministry coach and women’s group retreat facilitator with the Center for Career Development & Ministry. Rev. Sandra offers ministry coaching accompaniment to clergy and BIPOC women through her private consulting agency\, CONNECT-SD\, LLC. Her bilingual abilities in English and French and experiences living in Africa\, Europe\, and North America offer a unique cross-cultural approach to clients and organizations. She has graduate degrees in pastoral ministry from Boston College and in rehabilitation counseling and psychology from Boston University. She is an ICF coach certified. She has completed Level 1 of Group Spiritual Direction and the Transforming Community program at The Shalem Institute. Rev. Sandra brings over 35 years of human services\, including mental health and disability advocacy\, group retreat facilitation\, and pastorate\, national\, and international ministry engagements. Rev. Sandra is a published author of several books in English and in Spanish. The ministry of deep listening and presence is a core element in her work\, and she makes sure participants in her retreats and one-on-one coaching sessions are seen\, heard\, and covered in prayers.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/honoring-my-story-who-do-i-say-i-am/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T093000
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SUMMARY:Caregiver's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, spend some intentional time in sacred community with fellow caregivers\, being reaffirmed and supported as a caregiver for someone with a long-term illness\, condition\, or disability. This retreat utilizes a lens for understanding and naming the spiritual dimension of the caregiver role and its myriad emotions and experiences and is tailored to uplift participants who may or may not provide hands-on care for their loved one\, but who are involved in their lives. Topics that will be explored are intrinsic to the caregiver journey\, especially the necessity of self-care and compassion\, burnout\, family dynamics\, grief\, and the often-conflicting emotions that accompany this reality. \nThroughout the program\, participants will be invited to engage in storytelling\, prayer/meditation\, writing\, and other contemplative exercises that validate the caregiver’s experience and provide therapeutic tools for the ongoing commitment of caregiving. The morning and afternoon sessions will envelop the themes of caregiver grief\, healing\, and hope within each participant’s respective circumstances\, while also envisioning endurance and renewal. Resources will be offered related to what is examined and for ongoing nourishment on the journey. A journal is a great companion for this program in addition to comfortable walking shoes for optional times of healing in nature. Lunch is included. Guided by Gordon Creamer. \nWe also offer an online support group for caregivers on Zoom in 2027 on January 9\, March 20\, September 18\, November 20. \nGordon Creamer\, MA\, creator of the Mission Bridge\, currently serves as Program Director at Well for the Journey\, a spiritual wellness center in Lutherville\, MD. As a creative and contemplative builder\, he has held leadership roles in healthcare programming and operations since 2001 at various assisted living\, skilled nursing\, and hospice communities. He earned a Master of Arts in Spiritual & Pastoral Care from Loyola University and a Master of Arts in Theology from the Ecumenical Institute of St. Mary’s Seminary & University. Currently\, he is a candidate for the Doctor of Ministry Program at the Ecumenical Institute. Gordon has facilitated numerous retreats and workshops that focus on creating opportunities for participants to explore and enhance their spirituality and well-being through various media and formats. He also participates as a peer group leader in the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation’s Transforming Community Program. His passions include uplifting the journey of adults\, individuals with memory impairment\, and members of the LGBTQ+ community\, as well as fostering support groups and programs for caregivers and those who are grieving losses. Trained as a spiritual director/companion\, end-of-life doula\, and Reiki practitioner\, Gordon welcomes all in discovering the spiritual life as a means of healing\, expanding\, and flourishing. For more information\, visit TheMissionBridge.com. 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/caregivers-retreat-7/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270505T150000
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SUMMARY:Friends Day of Prayer - May
DESCRIPTION:The Impact of the Eucharist in Our Lives \nRecently\, there has been a dramatic increase in the celebration of the Eucharistic presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament with processions\, periods of adoration\, and greater attendance at daily liturgies. This spiritual revival of the central aspect of the Catholic faith is remarkable and is clearly a gift from the Lord Himself. Although this retreat draws from Catholic teaching on the Eucharist\, it is open to individuals from all faith backgrounds. \nFr. James will present three reflections on the impact of the Eucharist in our lives: Jesus leads us; Jesus feeds us; Jesus heals us. It is our hope that these prayerful reflections will assist us in deepening our love for Jesus and in realizing that He is present in the Eucharist not just for our adoration\, but also to let His presence transform us so that we can bring this grace to others. Guided by Fr. James Day. \nAll are welcome to attend the Friends Day of Prayer retreats\, held monthly on the first Wednesday of the month. It is not required to attend every month\, so register for one or more sessions as your schedule allows. While the presenters and topics vary\, each Friends Day of Prayer typically includes pastries and informal conversation at 9:30am\, a morning presentation at 10am\, an optional Mass\, a delicious lunch\, short periods of free time to enjoy the grounds or shop in the bookstore\, and an afternoon presentation. \nFr. James R. Day\, O.SS.T.\, is a member of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity and the Captives (Trinitarians). Fr. James has an extensive background in different aspects of ministry. He served as pastor for 18 years in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and as instructor\, counselor\, and administrator in high school ministry. Fr. James has also participated in programs of formation for men discerning a vocation to the religious life. After completing his 27-year ministry at DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville\, MD\, Fr. James now resides as sacramental minister at St. Mark Parish\, Catonsville\, MD and is a frequent presider at liturgies at Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/friends-day-of-prayer-may/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Friends Day of Prayer,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270507T093000
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SUMMARY:Be Still and Know
DESCRIPTION:Embodied Living Through Mindfulness and Centering Prayer \nImagine being present to your life\, to yourself\, and to those around you. Imagine being able to be with difficult emotions without being overwhelmed by them\, finding the space to pause before reacting automatically\, offering yourself more kindness and compassion\, bringing a sense of curiosity and wonder to life\, and being more aware of God’s presence. These are some of the benefits of contemplative practices such as mindfulness and centering prayer. \nMindfulness is paying attention to what is happening in the present moment\, nonjudgmentally\, and with compassion. The present moment is where we meet God. Mindfulness also helps us become more aware of the wisdom of our bodies. Paying attention to our experiences and this wisdom gives us valuable information we can use to live better. Centering prayer is resting in God’s presence in silence\, consenting to God’s presence and action within. These practices allow us to live more connected with God and to more effectively do what God is calling each of us to do\, individually and collectively. Come learn about and experience how contemplative practices can deepen your awareness of God’s presence and help you live with more authenticity and greater compassion. \nWear comfortable clothing. You may want to bring a blanket or shawl. If you have one\, please bring a yoga mat or something soft to lay on\, a cushion or pillow to sit on\, and a journal or paper. Please note\, however\, that it is not necessary to lay down or sit on the floor to participate. Lunch is included. Guided by Dr. Heather Alexander. \nHeather Alexander\, MD has a passion for encouraging and empowering people to live well by becoming more present to the moments of their lives and living with more compassion. She sees this as her way of offering peace to our world that is so in need of healing. Initially learning mindfulness to reduce stress\, she found that practicing mindfulness helped her to be more aware of God’s presence. Dr. Alexander has led workshops on practicing mindfulness for stress reduction and connecting with God\, mindfulness for parents\, and mindfulness for teens. Dr. Alexander received her undergraduate degree from Haverford College. She received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed her pediatric residency at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington\, DC. She currently practices in Columbia\, MD. She has trained with the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine. Dr. Alexander has also trained with the Mindful Schools program to teach mindfulness to children.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/be-still-and-know/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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SUMMARY:G.P.S. for a Joyful Life
DESCRIPTION:A Day to Rediscover Gratitude\, Purpose & Peace in Every Season \nCan you imagine setting out on a long road trip with no GPS? No map\, no directions — just hoping you’ll find your way. You’d take wrong turns\, miss the exits\, arrive frazzled and late… if you arrived at all. Yet so often we navigate the bigger journey — these rich\, full\, sometimes uncertain years of life — without any map at all. We take a wrong turn into worry\, lose the road to old griefs\, and quietly wonder where the joy went. The good news? You were born with an inner GPS of your own — one that\, once you learn to switch it on\, gently guides you back to peace and quiet joy in a matter of minutes. \nIn this warm and unhurried day retreat\, Kapil Patel shares the simple\, life-tested practice he calls G.P.S. — Gratitude\, Purpose\, and Spirit — three ways to turn on your inner compass and find your way home to yourself. Kapil speaks not as someone who has it all figured out\, but as someone who lost his way and found it again. Through his own story\, the wisdom of hundreds of joyful people he has interviewed\, and time-honored\, research-backed practices\, he offers tools so simple you can carry them into tomorrow morning. \nYou don’t need to be at any particular stage of life or faith to belong here. Whatever you bring — a recent loss\, a season of change\, gratitude looking for somewhere to land\, or simply a longing for more lightness in your days — you are welcome. Together\, in a circle of kindred spirits\, the day unfolds gently: \n\nGuided Meditation & Visualization — quiet the mind and reconnect with your inner wisdom and your sense of the sacred\nMindful Movement & Breathing — simple\, accessible practices that ease tension and restore calm\, at your own pace\nSound Exercises — experience the soothing\, clarifying power of sound\nShared Reflection — share and listen in a kind\, welcoming circle\, as much or as little as you wish\n\nBy the end of the day\, you’ll know how to switch on your own inner G.P.S. — three simple practices to greet each morning with more gratitude\, a renewed sense of purpose\, and a lighter\, more joyful heart. The road ahead still has so much beauty in it. This day is about learning to see it\, feel it and embody it. Lunch is included. Guided by Kapil Patel. \nKapil Patel knows what it is to lose your way. After a successful career in technology\, he found himself burned out\, weary\, and quietly disconnected from any sense of joy or purpose. Out of that low place came a discovery that would reshape his life: happiness isn’t a luxury we earn somewhere down the road — it’s a necessity. It is available to us now\, in the ordinary moments of any day. That realization began a journey of more than twenty years spent learning what truly makes people joyful and at peace. Kapil has interviewed hundreds of deeply content people from every walk of life — from CEOs to barbers — and trained extensively in Emotional Intelligence. From all he gathered\, he created a simple practice he calls the G.P.S. for Happiness™ — Gratitude\, Purpose\, and Spirit — to help people switch on their own inner compass and find their way back to joy. He is also the co-author of a book on leadership with the legendary Brian Tracy. Kapil believes that anyone can build a fulfilling life\, regardless of background or season — and he shares his message with humility\, warmth\, and a good deal of laughter\, inviting people to Think\, Act\, Learn\, and Laugh. His mission is to help others rediscover the joy that has been with them all along.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/g-p-s-for-a-joyful-life/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T104500
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SUMMARY:Quiet Mornings - In Person Session
DESCRIPTION:Quiet 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. 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-40/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch at Bon Secours on May 11\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Meal Ticket for Lunch in the Dining Room \nOn specified Tuesdays\, enjoy a self-serve\, buffet lunch (entrée of the day\, salad bar\, dessert\, and beverage) in our Dining Room. \nDeadline to purchase meal tickets is one week prior to the lunch date at noon. \nRegistration is required and meal tickets are not refundable and are only valid for the specified date. \nPlease pick up your meal ticket at the front desk when you check-in. Lunch is served in the Bon Secours Dining Room on the first floor from 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/lunch-at-bon-secours-on-may-11-2027/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165351Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person 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 in advance\, preferably by the Monday before each in-person session.  \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. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Though sponsored by the Retreat Center\, Centering Prayer is a member-supported prayer community.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-centering-prayer-session-40/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270515T160000
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SUMMARY:From Mother to Daughter - An Inheritance of the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Love\, Stories and Strength from Mother to Daughter \nOne of the most powerful relationships in life is that between a mother and daughter. It can be deeply rewarding\, soul-inspiring\, and filled with profound love\, yet it is often layered\, nuanced\, and complex. This retreat will explore what makes this relationship both beautiful and challenging. Together\, we will examine how mothers can nurture resilience\, wisdom\, and courage in their daughters\, passing on a legacy of fearless strength through life’s triumphs\, transitions and heartaches. Lunch is included. Guided by Marcia McMullin. \nMarcia McMullin\, MA\, RN is a “retired registered nurse turned retreat leader” with a passion for creating spaces where individuals can connect with their inner selves. As the founder of Wrensong Retreats\, Marcia’s mission is to help others find their soul’s song. Among the retreats she offers\, the annual program for breast cancer survivors at Bon Secours holds a special place in her heart as a time of upliftment and community for all who attend. Residing in Westminster\, MD\, Marcia cherishes the life she’s built with her husband of 41 years and 13 wonderful grandchildren\, who remind her daily of the beauty of living in the moment. Marcia earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Stevenson University in 1999\, followed by a master’s degree in Spiritual Formation and Leadership from Spring Arbor University in Michigan in 2011. Her approach to retreat leadership is highly interactive\, and she finds immense joy in learning from the participants who enrich her journey. Looking ahead\, she aspires to continue creating spaces for both herself and others\, allowing souls the freedom to embrace their own unique song. \n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/from-mother-to-daughter-an-inheritance-of-the-heart/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270523T130000
DTSTAMP:20261005T120528Z
CREATED:20260929T131416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T120528Z
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SUMMARY:Peace Be Still Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Peace be still; Peace be with you; Peace\, I leave you\, my peace I give you.” We have heard these verses a million times. We quote these words and tell friends when they need to hear them. However\, do we REALLY think about how deeply healing these words are? We want peace\, we search for peace…yet somehow it eludes us. We want others to believe we are peaceful\, we have it all together\, or we have enough faith to be at peace. We don’t want to admit that we question\, “Lord\, where is this peace?” \nJoin us as we explore pathways to true inner peace. What better place to do so than the beautiful grounds of Bon Secours? Together\, we will learn how those who came before us found peace\, discover ways to cultivate a life of peace\, and explore spiritual practices and devotions that can help nurture a peaceful spirit. \nThis retreat is for all ages and stages of life. Perhaps you are a young mother juggling countless responsibilities\, recently retired and discerning what comes next\, or navigating one of life’s many challenges — illness\, loneliness\, loss\, or uncertainty. Whatever your circumstances\, you are invited to come and discover your own personal journey to peace. \nThroughout the weekend\, we will engage in short presentations\, group activities\, self-reflection\, and quiet time for contemplation. As part of the retreat\, we will create an acrylic painting together — absolutely no artistic skill is necessary. This guided\, peaceful painting experience will be offered in a relaxed “paint and sip” style. You will take your painting home with you\, and it is my hope that it will serve as a lasting reminder that the spirit of peace is always with you\, quietly whispering\, “Peace\, be still.” Guided by Susan Warnick Breslin. \nLodging and meals are included. Check-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes after lunch at 1pm on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. \nSusan Warnick Breslin\, MSN\, RN\, CPN\, CSD is a graduate of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute and an associate of Bon Secours. Susan has been a pediatric nurse caring for children with traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries for 40 years. She now is a nursing professor at Johns Hopkins and Anne Arundel Community College. Her career began working with Dr. Benjamin Carson at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. She was profoundly affected by what she experienced there and in her personal life. Demonstrating compassion\, concern\, and understanding became her motivation for remaining in an emotionally draining specialty for so many years. Susan knew she could not change the situation but focused on easing the emotional and physical toll on these families any way she could\, listening to them and offering them peace. She has facilitated support groups for parents of children with brain tumors\, young widows\, care givers\, and bereavement. Through these experiences\, she felt called to become a spiritual director. She now sees clients through her Soul Friend Ministry\, where her focus is on spiritual peace in all phases of life. She guides clients to practice peace and forgiveness through surrender\, detachment\, faith\, and assurance through Our Lord\, The Prince of Peace. She is also co-founder of The Von-Hippel Lindau Alliance\, an organization dedicated to the diagnosis\, treatment\, and quality of life for individuals affected by Von-Hippel Lindau disease.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/peace-be-still-retreat/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T132205Z
CREATED:20260929T132205Z
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SUMMARY:Studio 'Weekend' 2-Night Option
DESCRIPTION:Dedicate time to your creative practice with your own workstation and optional sessions designed to spark inspiration. Connect\, create\, and share in a welcoming retreat open to all disciplines\, experience levels\, and media except oil-based paints. Lodging and meals are included. \nTreat yourself to a springtime “séjour artistique” — a retreat-stay focused on art.  You’ll have your own workstation in one of two shared spaces. One space will be silent (18 spots) except for the opening and closing discussions. The second space will be social (12 spots). Picnic tables are available for working outside as well.  Optional sessions offered: Ignatian Spirituality & Creativity and Drawing in Nature. The retreat includes invitations to share your work on Tuesday and/or Wednesday. Open to all disciplines\, experience levels\, and all media except oil-based paints. Guided by Tara Mulder. \nMeals and lodging are included. Lodging room check-in begins at 4pm as does access to the studio spaces. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat concludes after lunch at 1pm on departure day. \nTara Mulder is a visual artist\, writer\, retreat facilitator\, spiritual director\, and former high school art teacher. Woven through all of these endeavors is joy in creativity as a gift from God. Her visual work\, both faith-themed and non-objective\, has been featured in juried and solo shows. For more about Tara\, her current body of work\, and her blog\, visit TMulder.studio.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/studio-weekend-2-night-option/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T132559Z
CREATED:20260929T132559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T132559Z
UID:12966-1811088000-1811336400@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Studio 'Weekend' 3-Night Option
DESCRIPTION:Dedicate time to your creative practice with your own workstation and optional sessions designed to spark inspiration. Connect\, create\, and share in a welcoming retreat open to all disciplines\, experience levels\, and media except oil-based paints. Lodging and meals are included. \nTreat yourself to a springtime “séjour artistique” — a retreat-stay focused on art.  You’ll have your own workstation in one of two shared spaces. One space will be silent (18 spots) except for the opening and closing discussions. The second space will be social (12 spots). Picnic tables are available for working outside as well.  Optional sessions offered: Ignatian Spirituality & Creativity and Drawing in Nature. The retreat includes invitations to share your work on Tuesday and/or Wednesday. Open to all disciplines\, experience levels\, and all media except oil-based paints. Guided by Tara Mulder. \nMeals and lodging are included. Lodging room check-in begins at 4pm as does access to the studio spaces. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat concludes after lunch at 1pm on departure day. \nTara Mulder is a visual artist\, writer\, retreat facilitator\, spiritual director\, and former high school art teacher. Woven through all of these endeavors is joy in creativity as a gift from God. Her visual work\, both faith-themed and non-objective\, has been featured in juried and solo shows. For more about Tara\, her current body of work\, and her blog\, visit TMulder.studio.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/studio-weekend-3-night-option/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T171442Z
CREATED:20260929T171442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T171442Z
UID:13077-1811271600-1811275200@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. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Though sponsored by the Retreat Center\, Centering Prayer is a member-supported prayer community.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-evening-centering-prayer-session-39/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T133648Z
CREATED:20260929T133648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T133648Z
UID:12968-1812114000-1812128400@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Art and Wellness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Rest\, Reflect\, & Reconnect: Creativity for Inner Well-Being \nStep away from the busyness of daily life and join us for a nourishing afternoon of creativity\, reflection\, and renewal. This workshop invites participants to explore art as a form of self-care and mindful expression in a welcoming\, supportive environment. Through simple creative exercises\, guided reflection\, and time outdoors in nature\, participants will have the opportunity to slow down\, reconnect with themselves\, and engage with others in meaningful ways. No artistic experience is needed — only curiosity and a willingness to be present. Together\, we will explore creativity as a pathway to relaxation\, insight\, and restoration. Participants will leave with personal reflections\, creative pieces\, and practices they can continue beyond the retreat experience. All materials will be provided. Guided by Barbara Schubert. \nBarbara Schubert\, MHS is a wellness educator and health promotion professional with a passion for creating meaningful spaces for reflection\, connection\, and personal growth. She currently works at the Wellness Center at Howard Community College\, where she develops holistic wellness programming and supports student wellbeing through creative and community-centered initiatives. With a background in health education and an interest in integrative wellness practices\, Barbara brings a warm\, grounded approach to facilitating experiences that encourage mindfulness\, self-expression\, and authentic connection. Her workshops blend creativity\, reflection\, and gentle wellness practices to help participants reconnect with themselves and cultivate restoration in everyday life.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/art-and-wellness-workshop/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T133947Z
CREATED:20260929T133947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T133947Z
UID:12974-1812124800-1812286800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:SoulCollage®
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a weekend of exploring your intuition and imagination through collage making. The SoulCollage® process invites you to browse through piles of images and magazines to find pictures which call to you. Create or expand upon your visual journal through your personal deck of collaged cards. With SoulCollage® cards\, you can illustrate your lived experiences\, personality parts\, companions and supports\, archetypal patterns\, and spiritual guides. Insights emerge as you engage in “stepping into” imagery and speaking from it in a safe and supportive community of fellow collage-creators. This retreat is open to those just beginning to work with SoulCollage®\, as well as to those experienced in using it. Instruction on the concepts and structure of the SoulCollage® technique will be provided\, while those who are already familiar with it can expand their work with collage. Facilitator Roberta Rook customizes her annual retreats with a theme that offers a further deepening of the SoulCollage® experience. Ample time will be provided for self and soul-tending through labyrinth walks\, mindful relaxation\, and exploration of the beautiful grounds of the Retreat Center. Connect with the vibrancy and renewal of the spring/summer season by “watering your soul” with SoulCollage®! Guided by Roberta Rook. \nMeals and lodging are included. Check-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes after lunch at 1pm on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. \nRoberta Rook\, MA\, LCPC is a professional counselor with over 30 years of experience in the counseling field. For the past 25 years\, she has worked as a bereavement counselor and program coordinator for Hospice of the Chesapeake in Maryland. She has been a SoulCollage® Facilitator since 2006\, and she was a SoulCollage® Facilitator Trainer from 2008-2016. She currently leads SoulCollage® groups\, both privately and in the hospice bereavement setting.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/soulcollage-3/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T162942Z
CREATED:20260929T134246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T162942Z
UID:12976-1812187800-1812211200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Grief Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Revolution of Openness: Experiencing Grief and Loss in a New Era \nThe concept of grieving the loss of loved ones as a journey allows human beings to understand the healing process in stages\, with accompanying tasks\, and with needs that are both universal and unique. Yet there are many faces to grief and many ways of expressing it. Living in a post pandemic world\, grieving as we know it has changed in innumerable ways. As we continue to emerge and move into this new era of living\, our experiences of loss\, change\, and transitions — both as individuals and in communities — have been incredibly impacted. This compels us to intentionally recognize our emotions and reflect upon our experiences to heal and move forward in empowered ways. And\, in solidarity with each other\, we can bravely make steps toward openness to the powerful transformation these losses and our grief work can lead us to. \nJoin us for this one-day retreat as we gather together for deep listening\, meaningful dialogue\, and other contemplative exercises as a means of expressing our grief. Various resources will be offered to uplift participants on their journey as they consider their respective stories. Additionally\, opportunities for considering some of the sacred tasks inherent to grieving the loss of loved ones and other significant transitions will be included. Please bring along a journal for use during the retreat. Lunch is included. Guided by Gordon Creamer. \nGordon Creamer\, MA\, creator of the Mission Bridge\, currently serves as Program Director at Well for the Journey\, a spiritual wellness center in Lutherville\, MD. As a contemplative theologian and creative builder\, he has held leadership roles in healthcare programming and operations since 2001 at various assisted living\, skilled nursing\, and hospice communities. He earned a Master of Arts in Spiritual & Pastoral Care from Loyola University and a Master of Arts in Theology from the Ecumenical Institute of St. Mary’s Seminary & University. Currently\, he is a candidate for the Doctor of Ministry Program at the Ecumenical Institute. Gordon has facilitated numerous retreats and workshops that focus on creating opportunities for participants to explore and enhance their spirituality and well-being through various media and formats. He also participates as a peer group leader in the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation’s Transforming Community Program. His passions include uplifting the journey of adults\, individuals with memory impairment\, and members of the LGBTQ+ community\, as well as fostering support groups and programs for caregivers and those who are grieving losses. Trained as a spiritual director/companion\, end-of-life doula\, and Reiki practitioner\, Gordon welcomes all in discovering the spiritual life as a means of healing\, expanding\, and flourishing. For more information\, visit TheMissionBridge.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/grief-retreat-11/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T104500
DTSTAMP:20260929T173154Z
CREATED:20260929T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T173154Z
UID:13104-1812447000-1812451500@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Quiet Mornings - In Person Session
DESCRIPTION:Quiet 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. 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-41/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T141021Z
CREATED:20261002T141021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T141021Z
UID:13122-1812456000-1812459600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Lunch at Bon Secours on June 8\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Meal Ticket for Lunch in the Dining Room \nOn specified Tuesdays\, enjoy a self-serve\, buffet lunch (entrée of the day\, salad bar\, dessert\, and beverage) in our Dining Room. \nDeadline to purchase meal tickets is one week prior to the lunch date at noon. \nRegistration is required and meal tickets are not refundable and are only valid for the specified date. \nPlease pick up your meal ticket at the front desk when you check-in. Lunch is served in the Bon Secours Dining Room on the first floor from 12pm-1pm.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/lunch-at-bon-secours-on-june-8-2027/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165509Z
CREATED:20260929T165509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T165509Z
UID:13047-1812459600-1812463200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person 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 in advance\, preferably by the Monday before each in-person session.  \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. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Though sponsored by the Retreat Center\, Centering Prayer is a member-supported prayer community.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-centering-prayer-session-41/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270611T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T160244Z
CREATED:20260929T135036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T160244Z
UID:12980-1812729600-1813237200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Silent Directed Retreat - June 2027
DESCRIPTION:A silent directed retreat provides an opportunity for individuals to spend dedicated time with God and is a rich means of being open to God’s grace and love. Unlike a conference or guided retreat\, there are not group sessions or daily presentations. Instead\, the ‘content’ of the retreat is your own ongoing relationship with God. Individuals meet daily with a spiritual director\, whose aim is to collaborate with the work of the Spirit as together you reflect on God’s presence and movement in your life. Spiritual directors may make suggestions related to your conversations (prayer forms\, Scripture\, reading materials\, quotes\, questions\, wonderings) to support and deepen your experience and awareness of God with you. The rhythm of the day is decided by each individual and may include walks\, reading\, writing\, art-making\, mindful movement\, liturgy\, etc. The Retreat Center affords plenty of places and spaces for prayer\, with beauty abounding. We come to directed retreats as individuals and as part of a community of others who are also seeking and listening. This spiritual community joins you in silence\, offering support by being prayerfully aware of all the individual journeys\, gifts\, and needs to which God is attending. \nThis is a silent retreat. Check-in begins at 4pm on Friday\, and the retreat will begin with an orientation session at 5pm. Silence will begin after dinner. The retreat will end after lunch on Thursday. Mass will be available each day. Lodging and meals are included. \nPlease indicate your preference for a spiritual director in the “Special Needs” part of the online registration form. \n  \nFr. Patrick Bergquist\, M.Div.\, MFA.\, MATW — after nearly twenty years as a missionary priest along the Yukon River of Northern Alaska ؅— has turned to look into a wilderness far less charted\, but far more wondrous — that of the human heart and soul. Now a retired priest of the Missionary Diocese of Northern Alaska\, Fairbanks\, he spends his time as a spiritual and retreat director. He holds master’s degrees in Divinity\, Creative Writing\, and Theopoetics\, as well as two certificates in spiritual direction\, including the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. As a writer\, a poet\, and a priest\, he’s written for publications such as Spiritual Life and America Magazine\, as well as authoring a book\, The Long Dark Winter’s Night: Reflections of a Priest in a Time of Pain and Privilege. He is currently working on a spiritual memoir called Springtime Beneath the Snows: Confessions of a Priest-Turn-Poet. \nJoanne 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. \nAmy Sorensen Kulesa\, OFS\, M.Div.\, MSW is a spiritual director\, retreat leader and certified Introspective Breathwork™ facilitator. She earned a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University. She is a graduate of the Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality\, the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute\, and One Breath Institute. Immersed in both the Bon Secours and Franciscan charisms\, Amy enjoys facilitating retreats in which participants have the opportunity to discern the narrative of their own lives within the larger story of God’s abundant healing\, grace\, and mercy. \nTwo other directors TBD – please check back soon
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/silent-directed-retreat-june-2027/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T135353Z
CREATED:20260929T135353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T135353Z
UID:12984-1812792600-1812816000@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Noticing
DESCRIPTION:When we take the time to be aware of our thoughts\, our inner and outer world shifts as the power of perspective transforms what we see and how we experience life. For real change to occur\, we need awareness\, dedication\, and perseverance. Let’s come together to pause and be present; to “notice what we notice” and shift our attention to the things that will bring us into Divine alignment with Christ. Lunch is included. Guided by Sanyika Calloway. \nSanyika Calloway is a certified master yoga instructor with specializations in restorative yoga\, vinyasa flow\, yoga with weights\, and yoga classes for all levels. Her classes are designed to accommodate beginners as well as advanced practitioners. She is passionate about helping participants move more freely and breathe easily\, both on and off the mat. In addition to her yoga training and certifications\, Sanyika holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and a master’s degree in Psychology.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/the-art-of-noticing-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T142830Z
CREATED:20260929T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T142830Z
UID:12987-1813395600-1813406400@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Continuing Education for Spiritual Directors - June
DESCRIPTION:The Spirituality of Thomas Merton \nExplore the spirituality of Thomas Merton and deepen your practice of spiritual direction through this virtual program\, open to all spiritual directors. May our prayer resonate with Thomas Merton‘s prayer: “My Lord God\, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me… But I believe that the desire to please you does in fact please you.” Facilitated by Donna Bilek. \nThis is a virtual program\, open to all spiritual directors. A Zoom Meeting link will be emailed to registered participants by the Friday before the program. When registering\, please be sure to include the correct email address to which the Zoom link should be sent. \nDonna Bilek\, a 2018 graduate of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute\, is a spiritual director and companion with over fifteen years’ experience. As an Associate with the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND)\, she serves on the Ongoing Personal Development in Community Committee for the SSNDs\, presenting reflections and prayer on various topics\, including grief and loss. Donna teaches and guides prayer at “earthwalk Center for Wholeness\,” which she founded in 2005. For thirteen years\, Donna taught Spirituality\, Biblical Studies\, and Death and Dying at Notre Dame of Maryland University. She has a master’s degree in Theology from St. Mary’s Seminary & University.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/virtual-continuing-education-for-spiritual-directors-june/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270619T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T162057Z
CREATED:20260929T143308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T162057Z
UID:12991-1813397400-1813420800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:RECEIVE: The Freedom to Be
DESCRIPTION:This Juneteenth retreat is an immersive wellness experience centered on freedom\, embodiment\, joy\, and the radical practice of receiving. We will explore what it means to create a life where freedom isn’t simply something we talk about — it is something we can feel in our bodies. Through intentional learning\, storytelling\, mindfulness\, meditation\, music\, contemplative practice\, journaling\, and sound\, we will create space to consider what we are ready to release and what we are finally ready to receive. You will be invited to slow down. To breathe. To listen inward. To honor where you’ve come from. And to imagine what becomes possible when you no longer have to live in constant readiness\, responsibility\, or resistance. \nEXPLORE: What does freedom mean to you now? \nHONOR: Connect with ancestral wisdom\, resilience\, history\, and the people and experiences that have shaped us. \nRELEASE: Identify expectations\, roles\, beliefs\, and burdens that no longer need to come with you. \nEMBODY: Use breath\, mindfulness\, movement\, music\, and sensory experiences to reconnect with your body. \nRECEIVE: Practice allowing yourself to receive rest\, care\, beauty\, joy\, support\, and pleasure without earning it first. \nBE: Close with meditation and a resonant sound bath designed to support deep relaxation and nervous system renewal. \nIT IS TIME TO RECEIVE! What if freedom wasn’t something you had to fight for today? What if\, for a few hours\, you could simply experience it? Freedom to breathe. Freedom to soften. Freedom to receive. Freedom to take up space. Freedom to be. Come rest. Come restore. Come receive. Come home to yourself. Lunch is included. Guided by Teara Booker. \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/receive-the-freedom-to-be/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T171610Z
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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. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Though sponsored by the Retreat Center\, Centering Prayer is a member-supported prayer community.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-evening-centering-prayer-session-40/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T144426Z
CREATED:20260929T144348Z
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SUMMARY:The Four Connections: How Beliefs Affect Our Bodies\, Brains\, and Bonds
DESCRIPTION:How do our core beliefs affect our bodies\, brains\, and relationships — in both positive and negative ways? We will explore the fascinating ways our beliefs\, words\, and actions not only affect our brains and bodies\, but also the brains and bodies of those around us. We will also discover how prayer fuels our health and well-being\, decreases our stress\, and boosts our resilience\, allowing all of us to live more joyfully \nCheck-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes after lunch at 1pm on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. \n \nAnne Kertz Kernion founded Cards by Anne (www.cardsbyanne.com) over forty years ago and is also the award-winning author of Spiritual Practices for the Brain\, which integrates insights from health and spirituality. Her background in engineering\, theology\, neuroscience\, and positive psychology informs her presentations for groups across the US and Australia. Anne’s third book\, The Four Connections: How to Flourish by Aligning Your Beliefs\, Body\, Brain\, and Bonds\, was recently published by Loyola Press. Anne teaches a weekly yoga class and enjoys biking\, running\, and hiking. She and her husband Jack have three children and six grandchildren. \n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/the-four-connections-how-beliefs-affect-our-bodies-brains-and-bonds/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Featured Speakers,Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T165601Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person 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 in advance\, preferably by the Monday before each in-person session.  \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. We follow a consistent format from week to week\, with variability each session in the reflective reading that is shared. Though sponsored by the Retreat Center\, Centering Prayer is a member-supported prayer community.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/in-person-centering-prayer-session-42/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270706T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T145053Z
CREATED:20260929T144931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T145053Z
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SUMMARY:A Quiet Summer Day
DESCRIPTION:Savor a day of rest and renewal as you enjoy the beauty of our grounds\, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool\, visit the chapel\, and linger over a delicious lunch. With no structured program and no facilitator\, you are invited to slow down\, breathe deeply\, and simply enjoy the peace\, quiet\, and space to be. Mass will be available at 11:00 am. Lunch is included. \n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/a-quiet-summer-day/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270709T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T145333Z
CREATED:20260929T145333Z
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SUMMARY:Soul Collage® Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Deepen Your Understanding of Self with an Exploration of Nature’s Elements Using SoulCollage® \nJoin Dawn for an inspiring weekend retreat designed for those ready to expand their SoulCollage® practice with this intermediate level offering. In the traditional SoulCollage® framework\, the Companion Suit represents energetic allies. In this retreat\, these allies are drawn from Nature’s elemental forces\, offering intuitive\, embodied support for resilience\, guidance\, and alignment. \nThroughout the weekend\, you will reimagine the Companion Suit through Nature’s various elemental forces as powerful supportive allies that align with your personal journey and accompany you in daily life. You will deepen your practice through guided meditations\, intuitive image work\, and card creation\, expanding your SoulCollage® deck with cards that channel these elemental allies. Expect generous creative time\, reflection\, and sharing that foster self-discovery\, inner alignment\, and practical insights for greater harmony\, resilience\, and wholeness in daily life. Whether you’re seeking to enrich your existing SoulCollage® practice or access new layers of self-discovery\, this retreat offers a supportive space to advance your creative and personal journey. \nPlease bring a pen\, notepad/journal\, and a favorite pair of scissors. All other supplies are provided\, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this nurturing and supportive environment at Bon Secours. A yoga mat\, small pillow\, and blanket are encouraged for your comfort during the guided meditations. \nThis retreat is designed for those with prior SoulCollage® experience. \nCheck-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Friday and concludes after lunch at 1pm on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. Meals and lodging included. Guided by Dawn Bero. \nDawn Bero\, a certified SoulCollage® facilitator\, leverages her expertise as an ICF-trained executive coach to guide participants in exploring their inner landscapes through creative expression and reflective inquiry. As a holistic wellness educator and mixed media artist\, Dawn blends her knowledge of mind-body wellness with her creative spirit to create nurturing and transformative spaces for personal growth. Learn more at Aligned-Outcomes.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/soul-collage-retreat/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270711T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T151237Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Directed Retreat - July 2027
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: There is a MISPRINT in Bridges for this retreat. Bridges has correct dates but incorrectly says the retreat is from Friday – Thursday. Correct dates are SUNDAY\, July 11 – SATURDAY\, July 17. Our apologies for the error.\nA silent directed retreat provides an opportunity for individuals to spend dedicated time with God and is a rich means of being open to God’s grace and love. Unlike a conference or guided retreat\, there are not group sessions or daily presentations. Instead\, the ‘content’ of the retreat is your own ongoing relationship with God. Individuals meet daily with a spiritual director\, whose aim is to collaborate with the work of the Spirit as together you reflect on God’s presence and movement in your life. Spiritual directors may make suggestions related to your conversations (prayer forms\, Scripture\, reading materials\, quotes\, questions\, wonderings) to support and deepen your experience and awareness of God with you. The rhythm of the day is decided by each individual and may include walks\, reading\, writing\, art-making\, mindful movement\, liturgy\, etc. The Retreat Center affords plenty of places and spaces for prayer\, with beauty abounding. We come to directed retreats as individuals and as part of a community of others who are also seeking and listening. This spiritual community joins you in silence\, offering support by being prayerfully aware of all the individual journeys\, gifts\, and needs to which God is attending. \nThis is a silent retreat. Check-in begins at 4pm on SUNDAY\, and the retreat will begin with an orientation session at 5pm. Silence will begin after dinner. The retreat will end after lunch on Saturday. Mass will be available each day. Lodging and meals are included. \nPlease indicate your preference for a spiritual director in the “Special Needs” part of the online registration form. \nJoanne 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. \nFour other directors TBD – please check back soon.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/silent-directed-retreat-july-2027/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270713T104500
DTSTAMP:20260929T173236Z
CREATED:20260929T173236Z
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SUMMARY:Quiet Mornings - In Person Session
DESCRIPTION:Quiet 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. 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-42/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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