Praying with the Mystics Series
Make a Date with a Mystic
A Free Series and Open to the Public
Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm
January - June 2010
"When I think of mystics, I think of ordinary people living out an incredibly intimate experience of relationship with God - gifted, too, with wisdom, grace and spiritual communion. And I wonder what the message is for me in my life today."
Please join us Tuesday evenings as we immerse ourselves in the stories of fourteen ordinary men and women who led extraordinary, God-gifted lives. Learn what they have to teach us today and how their lives can still inspire and influence us.
Each evening will include an introduction to the mystic, prayer, and small group sharing. No registration necessary. Free will offerings gratefully accepted.
| January 5 7:30-9pm |
Walt Whitman - an American poet, essayist, journalist and humanist Led by Claudia Greer Location: Christ Congregational Church, 9525 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD Click here for directions. |
| February 2 7:30-9pm |
Julian of Norwich - a medieval woman mystic, anchoress, and religious writer Led by Liz Ward Location: Grace Episcopal Church, 3601 Russell Road, Alexandria, VA Click here for directions. |
| March 4 7:30-9pm |
Etty Hillesum - a young Jewish mystic and writer whose letters and diaries describe her life during German occupation. Led by Rose Mary Dougherty Location: Church of the Ascension, 633 Sligo Avenue, Silver Spring, MD Click here for directions. |
| April 6 7:30-9pm |
Mary Oliver - an American poet known for her poignant observances of the natural world and her affinity for solitude. Led by Jane Milliken Hague Location: Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW, Washington, DC Click here for directions. |
| May 4 7:30-9pm |
Ignatius of Loyola - founder of the Society of Jesus and known for his spiritual exercises and work on discernment Led by Jean Sweeney Location: St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 3304 N. Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA Click here for directions. |
| June 1 7:30-9pm |
Therese of Lisieux - young Carmelite sister known for practicing a simple love and a simple life Led by Margot Eyring Location: St. Rose of Lima Church, 11701 Clopper Rd, Gaithersburg, MD Click here for directions. |
Staff Bios
Rose Mary Dougherty, SSND, Shalem's Senior Fellow for Spiritual Guidance, has a varied ministry in the area of spirituality, especially through spiritual direction, retreats and workshops for hospice care-givers. She co-directs Companioning the Dying: Opening Fully to Living, an experiential learning program for compassionate companioning.Margot Eyring, BFA, Ph.D., has a passion for creativity, integrating the body and Well-being in all aspects of life. As a coach, she helps clients create healthy and sustainable lives. She participated in Shalem's Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups & Retreats Program and also volunteers with Shalem.
Claudia Greer, M.A. English, is a long-time lover of American literature. A graduate of the Shalem's Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups & Retreats Program, she has led centering prayer gatherings and retreats for pastoral caregivers. She holds a particular interest in the touchpoints between poetry and contemplative practice.
Jane Milliken Hague, a graduate of Shalem's Personal Spiritual Deepening and Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups and Retreats Programs, is a Shalem Board member, postulant in the Episcopal Church and professional gardener.
Jean Sweeney is a spiritual director who worked 20 years in a Catholic parish as pastoral counselor and mentor of ministries. She presently works in prison ministry and with Ignatian Volunteer Corp (an organization of seniors working with the poor).
Liz Ward is an Episcopal layperson and Director of Shalem's Spiritual Guidance Program. She is an experienced spiritual guide and retreat leader and facilitates vocational discernment groups in local parishes.
Registration
No registration necessary. Contact Chris Jeffrey This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more details.