autumn retreat

February 20, 2024

The Gifts of Autumn

Ancient people recognized the autumn season as a liminal time, as the days shorten and twilight and darkness increase. It was seen as a time when the veil between this world and the spiritual world was thinner, enveloped into the Christian tradition in the commemorations of Halloween, All Saints, and All Souls. Nature, one of our best teachers, shows us by the brilliant colors and falling leaves how beautiful and poignant the graces of aging are — and how “letting…

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letting go
February 20, 2024

In Search of Sanctuary

Sanctuary is wherever I find safe space to regain my bearings, reclaim my soul, heal my wounds, and return to the world as a wounded healer. It’s not merely about finding shelter from the storm: it’s about spiritual survival. ~Parker Palmer   The word “sanctuary” typically evokes a sense of peace, shelter, and safety. It may remind us of a particular space where we have worshipped, a favorite bird sanctuary, or a place of refuge for those seeking a safe haven.…

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Prayer for wildfires
February 20, 2024

SoulCollage® Weekend

The SoulCollage® paradigm was created by the late psychologist, Seena B. Frost, as an engaging intuitive collaging process that uses images to explore and depict the inner workings of your own conscious and subconscious mind, as well as the opportunity to explore the many aspects of your strengths, shadows, and archetypal influences. Through the SoulCollage® process, you can capture the metaphors that describe your own life journey, your feelings about the surrounding world, and the people, animals and spirits that…

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SoulCollage
September 9, 2022

Poured Out

Tara Mulder, Sales Manager, offers today's blog with insights about a special series that she has created and an opportunity for you to learn more and express your creativity! Poured Out: The story behind an art show and art workshop at the Center The word “poured” occurs often in the Judeo-Christian Scriptures. God pours out blessing, promising the Israelites in Malachi 3:10 that blessing will flow like opening a floodgate. He is extravagant as giver, provider. He poured life into…

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