Pathways Rhythms December 2019 In the silence of a midwinter dusk, there is a sound so faint that for all you can tell it may be only the sound of the silence itself. You hold your breath to listen. You are aware of the beating of your heart. The extraordinary thing that is about to happen is matched only by the extraordinary moment just before it happens. Advent is the name of that moment. ~Frederick Buechner Advent Practice Week 1, Hope Dear Jesus, you are the hope in our messy world. This Advent, help us slow down, listen to your voice, and focus on what’s really important. We place our hope in you as we prepare our hearts to celebrate your birth on Christmas. Amen. Week 2, Peace Dear Jesus, you entered our world on Christmas as the Prince of Peace. This Advent, as we strive to become the-best-version-of-ourselves, fill us with a deep and abiding peace. Help us share that peace with everyone we encounter, especially those who need it most. Amen. Week 3, Joy Dear Jesus, help us focus on you during this busy season. May we stay aware of the joy you bring into our lives. We want to find you in the everyday moments and come with hearts of gratitude to your manger on Christmas. Amen. Week 4, Love Dear Jesus, may the light of your love always shine in our hearts. As Christmas draws closer, we marvel at your great love for us. Let your love transform every aspect of our lives and touch everyone we encounter. Our hearts are open to you, Jesus. Amen. From: https://dynamiccatholic.com/best-advent-ever/advent-prayers Please note that Pathways will be closed December 21 – January 5 for the Christmas and New Years holidays. December Calendar Listening Together Monday, Dec. 9, 16 7-8:30pm Contemplative Sit Tuesday, Dec. 10, 17 8-8:30am Advent Visio Divina Wednesday, Dec. 11, 18 8-8:30am (followed by optional 20min community conversation) Centering Prayer Thursday, Dec. 12, 19 8-8:30am Praying With Creation Friday, Dec. 13, 20 8:00-8:45am Spiritual Directors Day Away* Monday, Dec. 9 9am-2pm Inklings Group* Monday, Dec. 16 9am-12pm Looking forward to January Lectio Divina RESUMES Wednesday, Jan. 6 8-8:30am (followed by optional 20min community conversation) Iona Healing Prayer Tuesday, Jan. 7 12-12:30pm *Registration Required Questions? Ask them online or call 574.202.2864 NOTE: If Goshen Community Schools have a school cancellation or delay, morning prayers are cancelled as well. Advent Visio Divina Wednesdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11, 18 8:00-8:30am We invite you to join us for Advent Visio Divina at Pathways. Facilitated by artist and spiritual director, Sylvie Gudin, this spiritual practice of praying with our eyes invites us to notice, connect, discern, and respond, to be surprised and transformed by God who is never limited or tied to any image, but yet speaks through them. Image credit: Peaceable Kingdom by John August Swanson Visit pathwaysretreat.org Pathways Retreat is a spiritual retreat center for Rest, Reflection and Renewal. Co-Directors Linda Lehman Thomas Evan Miller Julie Stegelmann
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