Women's Wisdom Circle

Participants will focus on women’s ways of relating to God, self, and others on the spiritual journey and the vital need for promoting the integration of feminine spirituality with the predominant masculine spirituality practiced within our various faith communities. Each month we’ll explore a specific aspect of feminine spirituality through a brief presentation, shared reflections of our insights, personal experiences, and group prayer.

Presenter: Nancy Erts, OP
Tuesdays: September 11: Feminine Images of God; October 9: Relationship with Mary; November 6: Women Mystics; December 4: Relationship with Jesus; February 5; March 4; April 8; May 6.
Choose afternoons, 1:00 - 3:00 pm; or evenings, 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Fee: $50.00 for the series or $15.00 per session

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2008

Listening with the Ear of the Heart: A Workshop Based on the Imago Work of Harville Harkins, Ph.D.

“Imago relationship dialogue has tremendous potential to correct lifetime distortions and guide you on a spiritual path that leads to joy and aliveness . . . Throughout your Imago journey you will be learning to love and to heal.” Harville Hendrix
True communication requires two people to share a deep level of understanding about their needs, concerns or feelings. Often we are not tuned in deeply enough to really share on this level. This seminar can help persons in special relationships (married, committed, friendship, parent and adult child) enrich their lives through dialogue. For the greatest benefit, both parties of the relationship should attend together.

Presenter: Catherine M. Morrisett, SD; D. Min
Saturday, February 23, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $55.00

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Night Vision . . . Praying through Change

Discover how honest prayer guides us through the darkness of painful loss -- illness, divorce, death of a loved, unemployment and other losses. This day of input, reflection, and prayer will focus on the lived experience of God-with-us, especially in the throes of whatever pain or loss hurts the heart and burdens the spirit. Join others on the journey...

Presenter: Anita M. Constance, SC
Saturday, March 1, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $55.00

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Dancing with the Stars

“Dance is our first ‘religious’ activity connecting us with Divine Energies at work in the cosmos.” Mary Southard, SSJ
Dance is leading and following, giving and receiving, stumbling and ‘starring’. Dance is a wonderful metaphor for the spiritual journey…a journey in rhythm and harmony with God, self, others and all creation. With opportunity for input, shared reflection, quiet, as well as communal and individual dance, this day will be a resounding “Yes” to God’s invitation, “Shall We Dance?!” Wear comfortable clothing; no dancing skills are expected.

Presenters: Nancy Erts, OP; Francis Gargani, CSsR
Saturday, April 19, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $55.00

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Moms & Tots: Come Play & Pray

Moms and tots up to 5 years old are invited to spend time in the beautiful sacred space of Mariandale. Enjoy being with each other for a blessing in the chapel, stroll along the grounds overlooking the Hudson, and experience God’s peace. Bring a picnic lunch; we’ll provide a surprise!

Coordinators: Barbara Dann; Connie Koch, OP; Eileen Sandak Molz
Wednesday, April 30, 10:30 am - 12:00 noon
Fee: $12.00 per adult

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