We all know how to pray—when we talk to God, offer thanks and praise, and ask for help. But do we all know how to listen--really listen—to what God might be telling us in return? How do we find the time in our busy lives to create the spaces to listen deeply for God’s messages and direction for us? Come to this retreat—a day away from your regular busy lives—and learn some new spiritual practices that can help us listen for God. Look at the list of breakout sessions listed below--each one presenting a different spiritual practice for listening to God. Complete the registration information below. After you complete the registration, you can click on the payment button.
Breakout Sessions
Art as a Spiritual Practice - led by Linda L. Hoody, M.A.
We will discover how to use art as a meditative, spiritual practice. Fostering creativity is an opportunity to invite mindfulness and open oneself up to moments of surprise. Artistic expression helps us let go of control and become more fully present as we focus on deepening our relationship with God.
Centering Prayer - led by Dawn Christiansen, Chaplain
Centering prayer is the ancient practice of quieting the mind to receive God's loving guidance. We will be learning the centering prayer practice explained by Father Richard Rohr. This practice will help us create a relationship with God and deepen our sense of walking with Jesus in our lives. As we practice centering prayer we will learn to move from our head to our hearts and discern the difference between our voice and God's voice.
Guided Meditation - led by Kat Papike and Judi Catling
We often use a body scan meditation to help with body aches and pain and incorporate it with the healing light of Christ. This type of meditation helps with relaxation and is easily used as a spiritual practice focusing on God's healing grace.
Lectio Divina - led by Rev. Kristie Grimaud, Ramona UMC
The ancient practice of lectio divina, "divine reading," allows us to interact with scripture through reflection on a passage and listening for God's leading. Most Bible Studies focus on information to help us understand. Lectio Divina focuses on formation that allows the text to form us.
Walking the Labyrinth - led by Mary Earnest
Walking the labyrinth is a spiritual practice that can quiet our minds and open our souls. The labyrinth provides a path of prayer and reflection that can deepen awareness of ourselves and the Divine.
Art as a Spiritual Practice - led by Linda L. Hoody, M.A.
We will discover how to use art as a meditative, spiritual practice. Fostering creativity is an opportunity to invite mindfulness and open oneself up to moments of surprise. Artistic expression helps us let go of control and become more fully present as we focus on deepening our relationship with God.
Centering Prayer - led by Dawn Christiansen, Chaplain
Centering prayer is the ancient practice of quieting the mind to receive God's loving guidance. We will be learning the centering prayer practice explained by Father Richard Rohr. This practice will help us create a relationship with God and deepen our sense of walking with Jesus in our lives. As we practice centering prayer we will learn to move from our head to our hearts and discern the difference between our voice and God's voice.
Guided Meditation - led by Kat Papike and Judi Catling
We often use a body scan meditation to help with body aches and pain and incorporate it with the healing light of Christ. This type of meditation helps with relaxation and is easily used as a spiritual practice focusing on God's healing grace.
Lectio Divina - led by Rev. Kristie Grimaud, Ramona UMC
The ancient practice of lectio divina, "divine reading," allows us to interact with scripture through reflection on a passage and listening for God's leading. Most Bible Studies focus on information to help us understand. Lectio Divina focuses on formation that allows the text to form us.
Walking the Labyrinth - led by Mary Earnest
Walking the labyrinth is a spiritual practice that can quiet our minds and open our souls. The labyrinth provides a path of prayer and reflection that can deepen awareness of ourselves and the Divine.