Learning and Reverencing the Life, Language, and Spiritual Lessons of Trees Have 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…
Author and retreat presenter, Mary DeTurris Poust, shares another thought-provoking reflection with us as she anticipated her youngest child leaving home for college. Are you transforming with life changes or ending up as collateral damage? Share with us. Catching up to the curve of our own transformation The poet David Whyte says that most people are “living four or five years behind the curve of their own transformation,” refusing to accept a new season of life or a change that is occurring…
Today's blog comes from writer and retreat presenter, Mary DeTurris Poust. (Click here to read about her upcoming retreat at our Center that you won't want to miss!) She has a way with words and we always enjoy her shared posts that tie in lessons from nature. In this reflection, she opens up about something that was blocking her from a new activity and how she overcame it though. Does it resonate with you? Are you working on moving past…
Andrea Springer, frequent retreat presenter at the Center, writes today's blog. She inspires us to connect to others though a few wise teachers. Will you be more conscious of the interactions you have with others today after reading this? Share with us! Be a lamp or a lifeboat or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd. ~ Rumi This quote by 13th century poet Rumi is a reminder for me to pay attention…
Writer and retreat presenter, Mary DeTurris Poust, offered her latest blog for us to share too. It's a great reminder to notice the simply joys and miracles in life, especially during this month that tends to be so busy. So, let's take a few deep breaths and sit with this reflection in a quiet place. What everyday wonders will you notice today? Comment and share. Visio Divina: seeing with the eyes of love One warm-and-sunny weekday recently, I took advantage…
Mary DeTurris Poust shares a recent blog with us today. We're thrilled to have Mary back on our schedule for next year and will share those details in the coming months. Do you find yourself resisting quiet times? Let's read Mary's thoughts about how we can embrace a time for Sabbath. We all need Sabbath: Why quiet isn’t “quitting” As I sat in my beach chair late last month, toes in the sand and eyes fixed on an endless horizon…
Fr. Michael Schleupner, a favorite retreat presenter and spiritual director at our Center, offered the follow as a homily last Sunday. Let's see what we can learn from his insight about small talk and humility. On a sabbath Jesus went to dine at the home of one of the leading Pharisees, and the people there were observing him carefully. He told a parable to those who had been invited, noticing how they were choosing the places of honor at the…
Today's reflection is another by Fr. Michael Schleupner, which he shared last week as he celebrated his 50th jubilee! Let's read about how he tied together readings from the gospel for his role as a priest and how we can use this within our own communities. We look forward to seeing more of Fr. Michael when he's here for our July and August Directed Retreats, serving as a spiritual director. Please comment below to congratulate Fr. Michael on an amazing…
Mary DeTurris Poust presented a virtual Lenten retreat last month and shared a beautiful guided meditation with the guests. We're happy to share this with our readers too. Please see below. So, let's take a deep breath and enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pWDC3iOYNU
Amy Kulesa will be guiding "On the Verge of Transformation," a special Lenten retreat on the weekend of Palm Sunday. Click here to learn more about the retreat. She is also the Director of the Sisters of Bon Secours Associates and recently shared this poignant reflection. How does it inspire and comfort you? Your Cross is You “Remember, you are only an instrument. Not yours to decide how or when or where you act. I plan all that. Make yourself…
