Pathways Rhythms October 2020 Mystic of the Month: Macrina Wiederkehr During October we remember author and spiritual guide, Macrina Wiederkehr. Macrina was a Benedictine monastic and died on April 24, 2020, at the age of 81. Our readings for Tuesday’s contemplative sit will be from her book, The Flowing Grace of Now . Winter, spring, summer, and fall are mulch for each other. The seasons of our lives are like that also. We learn from the layers of life. Our joys, sorrows, regrets, hopes, miseries, and enthusiasms are mulch for each other. Macrina Wiederkehr, The Flowing Grace of Now St. Francis Animal Blessing Pathways’ annual St. Francis animal blessing is Sunday, October 4 at 4pm. This time of blessing includes a walk through the woods and a short blessing service. If your pet is not able to travel, consider bringing a photo. Please bring your own chair and water bottle. There will not be singing during the service, physical distancing will be observed and masks worn. Snacks and water will be provided for our canine guests. Spiritual Direction Spiritual direction, or spiritual companionship, is a monthly conversation with a trained listener about God’s presence in your life. It’s a foundational ministry of Pathways Retreat and our website has recently been updated with a FAQ feature and two sample videos of mini spiritual direction sessions. If you’re curious, take a look . Prayer Requests Every Monday at noon, Pathways has a healing prayer service on zoom. If you have a prayer request, please send it via our website and we’ll include it in the time of intercessory prayer. The format and words for this service are from the Iona Abbey in Scotland. Pathways is on Facebook & Instagram Like Pathways Retreat on Facebook and follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with announcements and events. 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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