At the Center newsletter - March/April 2020
IN THIS ISSUE: Art Dash, Lenten Prayer With Singing Bowls, Eco Cafe, Serenity Retreat, Justice and Peace Stations of the Cross, Navigating Together: A Grief Retreat and more!
More InfoCONNECTION, COMMUNITY, COMPASSIONATE LISTENING: The Franciscan Spirituality Center is a sacred place of peace and hospitality for those seeking spiritual renewal, personal and professional growth, healing, transformation and deeper self-awareness. We offer retreats and programs, spiritual direction for groups and individuals, mindfulness workshops, yoga and tai chi classes, opportunities for artistic expression and an innovative three-year training program to help people become compassionate, nonjudgmental listeners. People of all faith backgrounds and traditions are welcome!
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Lenten Zentangle Series
STARTS MARCH 3: Learn this meditative drawing method and spiritual practice while reflecting on gratitude, acceptance, blessing and generosity during this four-week series presented by Christine Isham.
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The Sound of Bowls
MARCH 10: Tom Roberts leads this deeply relaxing sound meditation with Tibetan singing bowls. Free to attend, but donations are appreciated. REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED!
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Lenten Prayer With Singing Bowls
MARCH 14: Join the FSC, Viterbo University Campus Ministry and Tom Roberts for an evening of Taize-style prayer paired with the beautiful sounds of Tibetan singing bowls, choirs and hymns at San Damiano Chapel.
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Claiming Your Power: Finding Compassion After Trauma
MARCH 27-28: Anyone who would like to move beyond their trauma and the falsehoods it has led them to believe is invited to this weekend retreat with Dr. Joan Filla.
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Prayer Beyond Words
MARCH 14: Sister Sarah Hennessey leads this morning of silent prayer practices, presentation and discussion.
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Overcoming Challenges With Grit and Grace
MAY 2: Please join us for this special conference to celebrate all women who have faced obstacles and ordeals yet persevered, kept the faith and emerged more resilient.
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Meditation for Emotional Health
MARCH 12: This monthly group is open to anyone who is experiencing anxiety or depression, and offers meditation as a coping skill.
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Death Cafe
MARCH 5: Please join us for a meaningful and open discussion about death and dying. Nursing students from Viterbo University will facilitate this group-directed discussion with no agenda or pre-determined objectives.
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Navigating Together: A Grief Retreat
MARCH 21: Join us for a day to express your grief and consider new paths for healing.
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Wisdom of the Mystics: A Lenten Retreat
MARCH 8-14: Marcia Bentley leads this week-long retreat to consider what we can learn from the mystics during this season of spiritual renewal.
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Art Dash 2020
MARCH 26: Tickets are on sale for this FUNdraiser that celebrates beauty, creativity and local talent. Get yours today! Tickets are limited and won't be sold at the door.
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Divorce Recovery
MARCH 24-MAY 12: This eight-week series is open to men and women and offers support and a path for healing from divorce, separation or the end of a long-term relationship.
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Exploring Supervision: A Workshop for Spiritual Director Supervisors
MAY 11-15: Train with the best! SDI founder Lucy Abbott Tucker leads this five-day, continuing-education workshop featuring presentation and practice.
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FSC Book Group: The Latehomecomer
MARCH 12: Join us for lively discussion and refreshments during this FSC staff-led, monthly book group. The March selection is "The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir" by Kao Kalia Yang, and the discussion will be facilitated by Jean Pagliaro.
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Art as Prayer
MARCH 16: No experience is necessary to play with watercolors and practice listening to your heart as you paint, with instructor Mary Thompson.
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Save the date! Our fourth annual Art Dash will be Thursday, March 26, 2020. Click here for more information.