2009 Adult Spiritual Formation Offerings


Classes

Tuesday, February 3–24, 2009, 6:30–8:30 PM

School of Christian Prayer – Christian Spirituality

Prayer is a means of descending to the level of the heart and of finding God. (St. Benedict, Sixth Century) To grow in love of the God whom the heart seeks. (Ignatius of Loyola, Sixteenth Century) A process of interior transformation, a conversation initiated by God and leading, if we consent, to divine union. (Thomas Keating, Twenty-First Century)

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Registration Cost: $50.00 (includes book and materials)
Registration required by February 1
Contact Suzanne Broussard at 830-832-3714 or suzanne@gardenershouseofprayer.org

Mondays, September 14 – December 7, 2009, 6:45–8:30 PM
Optional community dinner from 6:00-6:45 — donation accepted for dinner
St Mark's Episcopal Church, 510 N Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX

Wake Up!

AwarenessWhen we consider Jesus’ life and teaching, it becomes apparent that the underlying message was to awaken His listeners to new life and the offer of salvation that was in their midst. Through parables, symbolic actions, and teachings, Jesus constantly startled people out of their preconceived notions of religion. "Wake up!" was his message. It was a challenging message then...and now.

This fall join us for a gathering of seekers who are willing to hear, see and experience the essence of Christ’s teaching in a new way. Using videos, weekly readings, discussion and spiritual exercises based on the spiritual direction of Fr Tony De Mello, we awaken to the presence of God in our midst. Enlightenment cannot be experienced second hand. The most eloquent report of the taste of a peach is no substitute for one's own experience of tasting the fruit. "In the land of the spirit, you cannot walk by the light of someone else's lamp," De Mello suggests. "You want to borrow mine. I'd rather teach you how to make your own." Join us and see where Spirit leads.

RECOMMENDED TEXT: Awareness...the Perils and Opportunities of Reality, by Anthony de Mello

OPTIONAL TEXTS: Sadhana, A Way to God, and Wellsprings, A Book of Spiritual Exercises, also by Anthony de Mello. (Copies of exercises will be provided to participants from these texts, but individuals may want their own copy.)

Fee: $20.00 for semester registration, payable to St Mark’s Episcopal Church. Books at participant expense.

Facilitator: Diana Beardsley, for more info call 830-626-3991.

Spiritual Integrative Growth and Spiritual Direction

Each Available on an Ongoing Basis

Designed for the Individual by Our Member of Spiritual Directors International

Spiritual Integrative Growth provides spiritual practices and exercises that help heal physical, emotional and spiritual concerns. For more information, visit our Spirtual Integrative Growth page.

SDI logoSpiritual direction is the process of accompanying people on a spiritual journey. For more information about spiritual direction, visit the Spiritual Directors International website.

For more information about your journey, contact Suzanne Broussard at 830-832-3714 or suzanne@gardenershouseofprayer.org

Quiet Garden Days: A Ministry of Hospitality and Prayer

PALM SUNDAY
April 5th, 2009
3:00-5:00 PM

‘"The righteous flourish like the palm tree." Psalm 92:12

COME! You are invited for a day of quiet contemplation in the garden with the community of Gardener’s House of Prayer. This is a time for renewal — starting where you are and deepening your connection with God. Following is a time for reflection and optional sharing.

A Quiet Garden Day is an opportunity to set aside time to rest and pray, a time of stillness and reflection, an oasis of withdrawal and meeting, of spiritual refreshment and support, an area of beauty and peacefulness dedicated to quiet prayer and solitude. All are welcome: all faith traditions, lay persons and clergy. Come!

R.S.V.P. for directions at (830) 832-3714 or
suzanne@gardenershouseofprayer.org


ALL SAINTS DAY
Sunday, November 1, 2009
3:00-5:00 PM — Canceled If Rain

“...the pastures of the desert grow moist,
the hillsides are wrapped in joy.” Psalm 65:12

COME! You are invited for a day of quiet contemplation in the garden with the community of Gardener’s House of Prayer. This is a time for renewal — starting where you are and deepening your connection with God. Following is a time for reflection and optional sharing.

A Quiet Garden Day is an opportunity to set aside time to rest and pray, a time of stillness and reflection, an oasis of withdrawal and meeting, of spiritual refreshment and support, an area of beauty and peacefulness dedicated to quiet prayer and solitude. All are welcome: all faith traditions, lay persons and clergy. Come!

R.S.V.P. for directions at (830) 832-3714 or
suzanne@gardenershouseofprayer.org

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