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SUMMARY:Healthcare Workers Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Caring\, Healing\, Curing: How Our Patients (and Healthcare Providers) Yearn for All Three \nSo often\, the healthcare system can be burdensome for both patients and their healthcare providers to navigate with grace — so many needs\, so many rules\, so many patients\, so few providers\, so little time. This one-day retreat for healthcare providers will focus on caring as the heart of the patient-provider relationship and how such caring can help foster curing (when possible) and healing — physically\, emotionally\, and spiritually. Emphasis will be on the Christian and Jewish traditions\, although other religious traditions will also be included as warranted. Lunch is included. Guided by Dr. Pat Fosarelli. \nPatricia Fosarelli\, MD\, D.Min. is Director of the Masters in Christian Ministries program at St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute in Baltimore\, Maryland where she also teaches Spirituality and Practical Theology. She received a medical degree from the University of Maryland\, a master’s degree in theology from St. Mary’s Seminary & University\, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Wesley Theological Seminary.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/healthcare-workers-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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SUMMARY:Autumn Tree Speak
DESCRIPTION:Learning and Reverencing the Life\, Language\, and Spiritual Lessons of Trees in Autumn \nHave you often wished to connect with nature on a deeper level? Do you already have a practice of spending intentional time in nature while gardening\, hiking\, or being active? Responses to these questions reveal a frequently-expressed desire — shared among so many of us who have experienced the impact of stress and busyness — to pause and immerse ourselves in the rhythms and lessons of the natural world around us. If this resonates with you\, join us for a day-long retreat on the life cycle\, language\, and spiritual teachings of trees. \nAs we gather in sacred community on the Bon Secours campus\, some intentional time will be spent outdoors among the trees in their autumn glory and woven into an interactive dialogue around readings from forester and author Peter Wohlleben’s work\, The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel\, How They Communicate—Discoveries from a Secret World. Poetry and other enriching materials will also be included for creating personal meaning as the day unfolds. A season-specific ritual will be facilitated during the program that incorporates the sacred energies of trees and the transformative cycle of fall. Participants will be invited into times for personal reflection\, contemplative prayer and meditation\, writing\, and other creative exercises that explore and further ground and empower them as they harness the cherished stirrings and connections they form within nature\, themselves\, and with one another. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking the grounds and spending time in nature. Lunch is included. Guided by Gordon Creamer. \n\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/autumn-tree-speak/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
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SUMMARY:MORNING Breathwork Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introspective Breathwork™ \nIn this two-hour workshop\, participants will be introduced to the transforming potential of mindfully utilizing the breath for our health and well-being. Some background on the history and science of therapeutic breathwork will be shared\, followed by a 45-minute session of conscious connected Introspective Breathwork™\, a form of conscious breathing. Please bring a camping or yoga mat (the more cushion the better)\, one or two pillows and a blanket\, along with a water bottle. Participants will be asked to sign a medical release form in order to attend this workshop. \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. \nThis registration page is for the MORNING Session. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.\nAmy Sorensen Kulesa\, OFS\, MDiv\, 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.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-breathwork-workshop/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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SUMMARY:MORNING Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Images and Words: The Wisdom of Nature \nEvery season holds a sacred rhythm\, both in the natural world and in our own lives. Autumn especially invites us to slow down\, listen deeply\, and notice what is quietly unfolding within and around us. In this gentle\, soul-centered workshop\, we will attune ourselves to the wisdom of the present moment through guided meditation\, reflective journaling\, and a contemplative walk in nature with camera or cell phone in hand. We will practice seeing with new eyes — allowing the landscape to speak\, symbols to emerge\, and quiet truths to reveal themselves through the lens. This is not about technique\, but about presence\, so cell phone cameras are fine. A small journal will be provided\, though you’re welcome to bring your own. No photography experience is needed — just a willingness to pause\, notice\, and receive. \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. \nThis registration page is for the MORNING Session. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.\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\, MD. 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. She currently works at a small primary care practice in Montgomery County as well as offering workshops and retreats at various local venues. You can find out more at MichelleLisenbee.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-creative-workshop-3/
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:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
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SUMMARY:MORNING Saints Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are so sorry\, but this event has been canceled. Please check our retreat listings for other workshops offered on this same day.\n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/morning-saints-workshop-3/
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:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
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SUMMARY:MORNING Yoga Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Movement & Meditation with the Divine in Mind \n‘Come away with me’ says our Lord. We are meant to live and move and have our being in Him. Let’s take a break from the busy\, roll out our mats\, and lay our worries down before The One who sees\, knows\, and understands all. Bring your yoga mat\, a bottle of water\, comfortable loose clothes\, and a journal to this time of gentle\, intentional movement and mindful meditation with the Divine in mind. No prior yoga experience is necessary. \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 various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.\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/morning-yoga-workshop-3/
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:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T143203Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch at Bon Secours on October 20
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 October 20\, 2026. \nWe’re sorry\, but meal tickets are not refundable. \nRegistrations for meal tickets will be accepted until noon on 10/13/26. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/lunch-at-bon-secours-on-october-20/
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:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T184320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185556Z
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SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Yoga Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Movement & Meditation with the Divine in Mind \n‘Come away with me’ says our Lord. We are meant to live and move and have our being in Him. Let’s take a break from the busy\, roll out our mats\, and lay our worries down before The One who sees\, knows\, and understands all. Bring your yoga mat\, a bottle of water\, comfortable loose clothes\, and a journal to this time of gentle\, intentional movement and mindful meditation with the Divine in mind. No prior yoga experience is necessary. \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. \nThis registration page is for the Afternoon Session. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.\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/afternoon-yoga-workshop-3/
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:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T174111Z
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SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Saints Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are so sorry\, but this event has been canceled. Please check our retreat listings for other workshops offered on this same day.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-saints-workshop-3/
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:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T153000
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CREATED:20260316T184829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185505Z
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SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Images and Words: The Wisdom of Nature \nEvery season holds a sacred rhythm\, both in the natural world and in our own lives. Autumn especially invites us to slow down\, listen deeply\, and notice what is quietly unfolding within and around us. In this gentle\, soul-centered workshop\, we will attune ourselves to the wisdom of the present moment through guided meditation\, reflective journaling\, and a contemplative walk in nature with camera or cell phone in hand. We will practice seeing with new eyes — allowing the landscape to speak\, symbols to emerge\, and quiet truths to reveal themselves through the lens. This is not about technique\, but about presence\, so cell phone cameras are fine. A small journal will be provided\, though you’re welcome to bring your own. No photography experience is needed — just a willingness to pause\, notice\, and receive. \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. \nThis registration page is for the AFTERNOON Session. \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\, MD. 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. She currently works at a small primary care practice in Montgomery County as well as offering workshops and retreats at various local venues. You can find out more at MichelleLisenbee.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-creative-workshop-3/
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:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185442Z
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SUMMARY:AFTERNOON Breathwork Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Introspective Breathwork™ \nIn this two-hour workshop\, participants will be introduced to the transforming potential of mindfully utilizing the breath for our health and well-being. Some background on the history and science of therapeutic breathwork will be shared\, followed by a 45-minute session of conscious connected Introspective Breathwork™\, a form of conscious breathing. Please bring a camping or yoga mat (the more cushion the better)\, one or two pillows and a blanket\, along with a water bottle. Participants will be asked to sign a medical release form in order to attend this workshop. \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. \nThis registration page is for the AFTERNOON Session. \nExplore our website for various morning and afternoon workshops offered on this same date.\nGuests may choose from several options and attend a morning workshop\, have lunch in the Dining Room\, and attend an afternoon workshop. Register for each event separately.\nAmy Sorensen Kulesa\, OFS\, MDiv\, 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.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/afternoon-breathwork-workshop/
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:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260313T181620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T181620Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Continuing Education for Spiritual Directors - October
DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Direction Peer Support: Finding Partners in Ministry \nTwo are better than one\, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down\, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also\, if two lie down together\, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered\, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. (Ecclesiastes 4:9–12\, NIV) \nThe practice of one-on-one spiritual direction is a solitary undertaking. Those of us who accompany others on their spiritual journeys rely on the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit every time we meet with a client. We also need the support of other women and men who are engaged in this ministry. Participating in a peer support group is one way to share our experiences and to illuminate how our ministry shapes our own spiritual journey. \nIn this session\, we will discuss the purpose\, composition\, and process of a spiritual direction peer support group. We will share our experiences of what works well and what pitfalls to avoid. Our time together will include practice and observation of the peer group process. We will take home ideas for how to form a peer group and how to maintain a vibrant group. \nThis Zoom presentation will include an opportunity for questions and discussion. You will receive resources to guide you in your use of the material presented. \nThis is a virtual program\, open to all spiritual directors. A Zoom Meeting link will be emailed to registered participants by Friday\, October 23\, 2026. When registering\, please be sure to include the correct email address to which the Zoom link should be sent. \nLinda Mastro is a graduate of the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute in Marriottsville\, MD\, where she now serves as a faculty member. In addition to being an Associate of Bon Secours\, Linda is a spiritual companion for individuals and groups and brings a spirit of compassion and light-heartedness to her work as a women’s retreat facilitator\, pilgrimage leader\, and workshop guide. Linda is co-author of the book Petite Retreats: Renewing Body\, Mind\, and Spirit Without Leaving Home. Learn more about Linda and her ministry at LivingPilgrimage.com. 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/virtual-continuing-education-for-spiritual-directors-october/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20251205T191935Z
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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\, 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-33/
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T120849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T120849Z
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SUMMARY:Hermit Day
DESCRIPTION:Day of Quiet at Bon Secours \nDo you… \n\nneed a day of quiet and solitude to rest\, reflect\, be?\nneed at least one of these each year?\nsense that God may be inviting you to enter silence and reorient?\n\nOctober 29th might be just for you\, as it is the annual celebration of National Hermit Day. \nAlthough its origins are not firmly known\, many attribute Hermit Day’s origin to the 18th century and suggest a connection to the Irish Hermit Saint Colman. It gives us an opportunity to join the many others who — throughout Christian history — have entered silence and solitude to remember what is most important: to listen\, to pray. A day like this has the potential to initiate or strengthen a regular practice. \nSince 2014\, Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center has hosted Quiet Morning events that are also opportunities for shared silence. This day will follow a similar pattern. We will begin and end together in simple prayer\, have lunch in shared silence\, and spend the day on our own in prayer or other quiet activities such as walking\, doing art\, reading\, journaling — whatever you feel inclined to do. The Center’s daily Mass at 11:00 am will be available to you\, if desired. This is mostly a silent retreat. Lunch is included. Guided by Joanne Cahoon. \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.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/hermit-day/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
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SUMMARY:3-Night Ignatian Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to go deeper in your relationship with God? Join us as we experience the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Our retreat will explore some of the key aspects of the spirituality which flowed out of the life and Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola\, who was declared the Patron Saint of retreats by Pope Pius XI in 1922. This retreat will introduce participants to Ignatian methods of prayer\, such as the Daily Examen. Guests will also learn more about the richness of silence and imaginative prayer using Scripture. We’ll explore how we might more effectively discern God’s will for us using St. Ignatius’ time-tested methods and how we can more easily find God in all things. In addition to the presentations\, there will be periods of silent prayer and individual spiritual direction\, as time allows. If the weather permits\, the retreat group may also do a group prayer walking exercise. Guided by Paul Gallagher. \nCheck-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief session at 5:30pm\, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7pm on Thursday and concludes after lunch on Sunday. Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel on Sunday morning for those who would like to attend. \nPaul Gallagher\, DMin is a longtime faith formation leader in the Archdiocese of Baltimore and is currently the Director of Faith Formation at Sacred Heart Parish in Glyndon. He received his doctorate at Catholic University of America\, focusing on the positive effects Ignatian Spirituality can have on a person’s health and well-being. His blog\, MakingAllThingsNew.com\, has been viewed by thousands of people all over the world. Through his retreats\, blog posts\, and spiritual direction\, he looks to help people transform their lives by integrating Ignatian practices into their daily routines. Paul used the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius to get his own health back on track and looks forward to helping you with your transformation.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/3-night-ignatian-retreat/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Nature,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T122737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T122737Z
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SUMMARY:Friends Day of Prayer: Fr. Pat Bergquist
DESCRIPTION:Only One Came Back to Give Thanks – What Happened to the Other Nine? \nMartin Bell writes a “parable on a parable” about what might have happened to the nine lepers who did not return to give thanks when Jesus healed them. What are some of the reasons that we fail to give thanks in our life? As we explore the fate and/or faith of the nine\, we’ll discern what we have to be grateful for and how we too might return to offer thanks to God. Guided by Fr. Patrick Bergquist. \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 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. Patrick Bergquist\, MDiv\, 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 has 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.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/friends-day-of-prayer-fr-pat-bergquist/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Friends Day of Prayer,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260313T132459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T132459Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Waiting
DESCRIPTION:A Retreat for Spiritual Formation and Preparing Room for God \nIn the quiet days before Advent begins\, join us for a contemplative retreat where you’ll learn\, practice\, and experience spiritual formation in community. Sacred Waiting isn’t passive — it’s an active engagement with God through ancient Christian disciplines that serve as means of grace. Over this weekend\, you’ll be introduced to the foundational practices of spiritual formation: what it is\, why it matters\, and how contemplative disciplines shape us into deeper relationship with God. Through teaching and guided practice\, you’ll explore lectio divina (sacred reading)\, moving meditation (gentle mindful movement)\, guided Christian meditation\, silence\, prayer\, and worship — each designed to help you release what clutters your inner life and cultivate attentiveness to the Holy Spirit. Whether you’re new to spiritual practices or seeking to deepen your contemplative life\, this retreat offers practical tools\, restful space\, and the gift of practicing together. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of spiritual formation and concrete practices you can carry into your daily rhythm. No prior meditation or movement experience required. Come ready to learn\, rest\, and discover the transformative power of holy expectation. Guided by Sherrell Moore-Tucker. \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 before lunch on Sunday. Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel on Sunday morning for those who would like to attend. \nSherrell Moore-Tucker is an aspiring chaplain and founder of Sacred Rhythms Ministry — a spiritual formation ministry offering sacred spaces\, both online and in person\, where believers can cultivate sacred rhythms as life-giving patterns that help us stay aligned with God’s presence. Sherrell has over a decade of experience in Christian wellness ministry. She is trained in Christian and Biblical meditation\, natural and holistic health\, and trauma-informed movement practices\, and she holds certifications in yoga and mindful movement. Sherrell serves in her local church while reaching a broader community through YouTube\, Insight Timer\, and annual retreats that integrate spiritual disciplines with embodied prayer. Her work bridges contemplative practice and chaplaincy preparation\, equipping people to care for their body\, soul\, and spirit through accessible\, grace-centered disciplines. Learn more at: www.SherrellMooreTucker.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/sacred-waiting/
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T123530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T123530Z
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SUMMARY:SoulCollage®
DESCRIPTION:Everything Is Holy Now \nStep into a sacred space where music\, imagery\, and contemplation converge. Inspired by Peter Mayer’s song Holy Now\, this retreat invites you to explore the profound truth that holiness permeates every corner of life. \nThrough the intuitive process of SoulCollage®\, we’ll listen deeply to the song’s themes — wonder\, gratitude\, presence\, and interconnectedness — and allow them to awaken images within us. Using music divina (a contemplative listening practice)\, we’ll reflect on the lyrics and discover the cards that emerge from our own inner landscapes. These cards become mirrors of the soul\, revealing insights about where we encounter the sacred in the ordinary. \nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nGuided listening to Holy Now as a spiritual practice.\nSoulCollage® card-making sessions\, inspired by themes of awe\, reverence\, and transformation.\nGroup reflection and journaling to integrate insights.\n\nWho Should Attend \nAnyone seeking a creative\, contemplative way to deepen their spiritual journey — no art experience required. Just bring openness\, curiosity\, and a willingness to see the world as “holy now.” \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 before lunch on Sunday. Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel on Sunday morning for those who would like to attend. Guided by Mickey Reed. \nMickey Reed\, OT is an Associate with the Sisters of Bon Secours. She is enjoying her retirement from a 20-year career as a professor of Occupational Therapy with the CT State College and University System. Mickey combines her background in counseling and spiritual direction with her love for the arts and her commitment to be “Bon Secours — Good Help to Those in Need” within a variety of settings. In any given week you may find her visiting children with special needs with her therapy dogs\, listening to families of children in critical care while sharing a craft project at the Ronald McDonald House\, or providing musical comfort for hospital and hospice patients. Mickey is a Certified SoulCollage® Facilitator and was trained as a Boundless Compassion Facilitator by Sr. Joyce Rupp. \n 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/soulcollage-2/
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T104500
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20251205T194146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T194146Z
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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 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-31/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20251205T181940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T181940Z
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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\, due 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\, 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-centering-prayer-session-32/
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:20261111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T124153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T124153Z
UID:12424-1794389400-1794412800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Divine Love: A Quiet Day with Poetry
DESCRIPTION:“Love bade me welcome\, but my soul drew back” writes the poet George Herbert. We know we are invited to love God\, but we don’t always find it easy to receive or even to experience God’s love for us. The words of poetry can help us to move into our hearts\, to listen\, and to respond to the love that always surrounds and blesses us. This one-day silent retreat will use poetry\, Scripture\, and other creative media to invite and deepen our meditations on what it means to love and to be loved\, in the embrace of the Holy. Lunch is included. Guided by Dr. Kathleen Henderson Staudt. \nKathleen Henderson Staudt\, PhD works as a teacher\, poet\, spiritual director\, and retreat leader in the greater Washington\, DC area. She serves as adjunct faculty in theological studies at Virginia Theological Seminary and has taught frequently in the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute. A poet and writer\, Kathy has published four volumes of original poetry\, including her recent title\, Viriditas: New and Selected Poems. She has published two books and many articles on the British Catholic artist and poet David Jones\, as well as writings on Christian spirituality and practice\, most recently Shaping a Faithful Life: Discernment and Discipleship for Young Adults. Kathy is a Companion in the Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross (SCHC). Her website is KathleenStaudtPoet.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/welcoming-divine-love-a-quiet-day-with-poetry/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T125326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T190139Z
UID:12427-1794585600-1794747600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Seeking God With All Your Heart: Exploring Different Forms of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Seeking God With All Your Heart: Exploring Different Forms of Prayer \nFor I know well the plans I have in mind for you—says the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe\, so as to give you a future of hope. When you call me\, and come and pray to me\, I will listen to you. When you look for me\, you will find me. Yes\, when you seek me with all your heart\, I will let you find me. (Jeremiah 29:11-14) \nCome to explore and expand diverse ways to pray to God interiorly and with others. \n\nWhat does it mean to seek God\, and to seek God with all your heart?\nDo you have the desire to enliven your relationship with God?\nAre you being invited to a new or old or different ways to pray?\n\nPlease feel warmly welcome to join us as we ponder these questions and experience various prayer forms\, including Visio Divina (praying with a painting or image)\, Ignatian Contemplation (placing yourself in a Gospel passage)\, Centering Prayer (listening in silence)\, Video Divina (praying with a short film)\, and Art Journaling (praying with color). \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 on Sunday. Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel on Sunday morning for those who would like to attend. Guided by Nancy Santamaria. \nNancy Santamaria ministers as a spiritual director on the clinical team at Saint John Vianney Center\, a residential behavioral health center for religious men and women\, and at Daylesford Abbey. She is a Norbertine Associate and Formation Director for the Associates. She holds a master’s degree in both Holistic Spirituality and Art\, as well as certificates in bereavement\, clinical pastoral education\, and spiritual direction.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/seeking-god-with-all-your-heart-exploring-different-forms-of-prayer/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T125641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T125641Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver's Support Group - November
DESCRIPTION:Soul Care of Self for Caregivers: A Bi-Monthly Spiritual Support Group on Zoom \nScheduled for varying Saturdays every other calendar month (January\, March\, May\, July\, September\, November)\, this two-hour online program is an invitation for caregivers of all types to converge and engage in a safe\, sacred community and with various spiritual practices around a topic relevant to the caregiver experience. Each session will include time for a spiritual practice (including body prayer\, silence\, mantras\, etc.)\, personal reflection\, and group sharing. \nThe underlying focus for each gathering will be on creating meaning for each one’s respective journey while uncovering blessings and cultivating what each participant needs the most at that station in their caregiving. The topics explored will flow from what is expressed by participants during scheduled sessions and feedback. Various resources and materials for further consideration\, connection\, and support will be provided during and in between sessions. Guided by Gordon Creamer. \nParticipants are not required to register for all bi-monthly sessions but are encouraged to attend as many as desire and availability allow. When registering for this virtual program\, please provide the email address to which we should send the Zoom Meeting link. If you don’t receive the Zoom Meeting information by the day before the session\, please contact the Welcome Center at 410-442-3120. \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/virtual-caregivers-support-group-november-2/
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T130447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T130447Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Dialogue with the Mystics: Spiritually Navigating the Seasons of Life with Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:Join us this autumn for some intentional time to celebrate the diverse heritage of the mystics. This lunch and dialogue program is an invitation for a delicious meal and engaging conversation just before the holiday season begins its unfolding. During our time together\, we will briefly explore the personal biographies of certain mystics alongside their incredible contributions to contemporary spirituality\, especially around encountering the Divine in everyday life. Moreover\, we will specifically consider their legacy on spiritually navigating the seasons of life with the practice of gratitude and how being grateful can serve as an entry point into mysticism and its transformative\, empowering grace. While engaging with a broad range of these figures across the arc of Christianity\, a significant portion of the program will unfold around the wisdom of Julian of Norwich\, Henri Nouwen\, and Br. David Steindl-Rast. \nAs we ground our encounter of these cherished mystics and their teachings within our personal experiences\, we will participate in creative exercises and contemplations to access our unique voice and deepen our respective journeys. Additional time for reflection through prayer\, meditation\, and group dialogue will also be integrated. Prior familiarity with mystics or mysticism is not mandatory but welcomed. Please bring along an open heart and mind and a journal for use throughout the program. 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/lunch-dialogue-mystics-gratitude/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T131133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T131133Z
UID:12442-1795253400-1795276800@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Soulful Companioning
DESCRIPTION:The Holy Journey Home: The Ancient Hospice Way of Companioning the Dying \nAre you called by the Divine Spirit to be a soulful companion for a family member\, a friend\, or a loved one near the end of life? Is someone you know experiencing the passage from this life alone? \nWould you like practical guidance and sacred tools on how to companion another with compassion\, presence\, and peace in a way that transforms your soul and the lives you touch? \nThis retreat/workshop shares the spiritual wisdom of over 500 years of hospice companioning known as “The Ancient Hospice Way.” It is the teaching of presenter Rev. Dr. Ken Patrick — a hospice chaplain for 20 years and author of Journeying to the End of Life: Discovering the Ancient Hospice Way of Companioning the Dying — who has walked beside countless souls on their sacred passage. \nYou are invited to a journey of spiritual depth and peace that shares the timeless spiritual wisdom of the hospice tradition through the ages. Lunch is included. Guided by Rev. Dr. Ken Patrick. \nRev. Ken Patrick\, DMin has a lifelong interest in the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism\, as well as the contemplative tradition of the Christian faith. His graduate education includes a Master of Divinity Degree and Doctor of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary\, Washington\, DC. He has also done doctoral level studies in theology and spirituality at New College\, The University of Edinburgh\, Scotland and is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. Ken is a graduate of the US Army Chaplain School and the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation. He hiked the Appalachian Trail 2\,000 miles from Georgia to Maine to help open a shelter for the homeless. Ken is the author of Mountain Meditations\, My Walk With Christ on the Appalachian Trail\, and Journeying to the End of Life: Discovering the Ancient Hospice Way of Companioning the Dying. Ken has served as a hospice chaplain for nearly 20 years at Blue Ridge Hospice in Winchester\, VA and has led workshops and seminars on being a compassionate spiritual companion on the journey to the end of life. He currently also serves as a rural parish minister. Ken recently founded The Association of Hospice Spiritual Masters to provide education and coaching in care of the soul at the end of life’s journey. Learn more at HospiceSpiritualMaster.com.
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/soulful-companioning/
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:20261124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20251205T192016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T192016Z
UID:12121-1795546800-1795550400@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-34/
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T132607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T132607Z
UID:12445-1796203800-1796223600@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Friends Day of Prayer: Sr. Sara Dwyer
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the Light of Jesus \nAdvent is a season of waiting\, watching\, and preparing that happens in the ‘darkness of winter.’ It is a season that embraces darkness\, stillness\, and reflectiveness. We will consider various aspects of life that reflect the Scriptural themes of Advent. God’s Word invites us to open to a new discipleship\, where we can more fully see\, understand\, and walk the path of Light. \nGod’s voice is often faint or unclear because it isn’t what we expected or wanted to hear. Perhaps we have settled for a religious complacency overshadowed by comfort or conformity. \nHoliness is a challenging mission. Advent reminds us we don’t journey alone. We so often need a faith community and trusted family and friends. We need to find companions to be with us on the journey\, so we can\, as Isaiah says\, “walk in the Light of the Lord.” Guided by Sr. Sara Dwyer. \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 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. \nSr. Sara Dwyer\, ASC has been a member of the Sisters Adorers of the Blood of Christ\, an International Congregation\, for 55 years. Sr. Sara has served in various adult faith formation positions during those years. She was a member of her congregational leadership team and served as their Justice\, Peace\, and Integrity of Creation contact for over 10 years. Sara served eight years as the Director of the Washington Retreat House in Washington\, DC. In January 2025\, she accepted a ministry role within her community\, where she continues to offer retreats and other faith formation programs. Sara holds a master’s degree in Theology from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio and a master’s in Education from Boston College. Sara enjoys interacting with people\, reading\, retreat ministry\, and taking nature walks. 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/friends-day-of-prayer-sr-sara-dwyer/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Friends Day of Prayer,Just Added
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T133156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T133156Z
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SUMMARY:Testify to the Light: A Challenge for Christians
DESCRIPTION:At this time in your life\, what challenges come to you because you believe in Jesus’ witness? \nPresent-day realities — personally\, nationally\, and globally — invite us to “testify to the Light” in the midst of darkness as Jesus did. We are often faced with the unknown and unclear\, which can stir doubt\, confusion\, fear\, or complacency. Advent is a season that invites us to embrace darkness as a way of allowing LIGHT to illuminate the truth and shine through the darkness. We believe: Jesus “came as a witness\, to testify about the Light\, so that all might believe through him.” (John 1:7) \nWe will be in stillness and reflectiveness as we contemplate the Mystery of the Incarnation and the hope and gratitude it offers us on our faith journey. May this retreat be an experience that enhances our faith journey\, so we can more fully see\, understand\, and walk through Advent on the path of Light. \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 on Sunday. Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel on Sunday morning for those who would like to attend. Guided by Sr. Sara Dwyer. \nNote: This retreat has a natural flow from the Friends Day of Prayer on December 2 but adds more depth. \nSr. Sara Dwyer\, ASC has been a member of the Sisters Adorers of the Blood of Christ\, an International Congregation\, for 55 years. Sr. Sara has served in various adult faith formation positions during those years. She was a member of her congregational leadership team and served as their Justice\, Peace\, and Integrity of Creation contact for over 10 years. Sara served eight years as the Director of the Washington Retreat House in Washington\, DC. In January 2025\, she accepted a ministry role within her community\, where she continues to offer retreats and other faith formation programs. Sara holds a master’s degree in Theology from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio and a master’s in Education from Boston College. Sara enjoys interacting with people\, reading\, retreat ministry\, and taking nature walks. 
URL:https://bonsecoursrcc.org/event/testify-to-the-light-a-challenge-for-christians/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just Added,Overnight
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20260316T190610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T190610Z
UID:12452-1796635800-1796659200@bonsecoursrcc.org
SUMMARY:Advent Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:“The Lord will come and he will not delay.” (Cf. Habakkuk 2:3)  \nAdvent is about waiting and preparing for the coming of Jesus\, commemorating his birth/first coming and also anticipating the second coming of Christ. But our Christian faith tells us that God is with us\, already and still. This holy season invites us to encounter God in the present\, in the day-to-day of our lives. Set aside some personal time and join us for a quiet day of prayer this Advent\, a season of both hopeful waiting and encountering God who is ever present. \nThe day will begin with reflective input by Sr. Bernie\, followed by time for private prayer and reflection\, lunch in silence\, the option of walking the labyrinth or beautiful grounds\, journaling\, or just relaxing with God. The atmosphere for the day will be reverent silence\, which allows us to encounter God and be attuned to God’s promptings. There will be the opportunity to attend Mass if you wish. The day will close with us coming together to name the blessings of the day and for a closing prayer. Lunch is included. This will be a day of silence. Guided by Sr. Bernie Claps. \nSr. Bernadette Claps\, MSW is a Sister of Bon Secours and provides spiritual direction and spiritual companionship at the Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center. 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/advent-day-of-prayer-4/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Road\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T104500
DTSTAMP:20260423T072821
CREATED:20251205T194224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T194224Z
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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 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-32/
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Just Added,Silent
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