Contemplative Retreats

photo of bench by lakeGet away for some quiet or an extended time in nature. Pre-registration is required so we know how many to expect. Please register on our website or by calling the Journey Center at 707-578-2121.

Centering Prayer Retreat Day

Sunday, February 5 (cancelled), May 6, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Do you long for the space to experience an extended time of quiet and a chance to center more extensively with a group? This retreat day will offer silence, a variety of contemplative prayer practices, such as prayer walk, lectio divina and journaling, as well as several centering prayer sits. More>

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NEW!! Opening the Heart's Gate through the Rhythm of Word and Silence: Hearing Jesus' Parables as Zen Christian Koans (Introduction & Retreat)

Introductory Evening on Friday, February 24, 2012, 7:00-9:00 p.m. and Silent Retreat Day on Saturday, February 25, 2012, 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
You are invited to join Revs. David and Christy Parks-Ramage for one or both of the events below. The parables and sayings of Jesus, used in silent prayer and meditation as koans, open our hearts to God's healing presence. More>

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