Pathways Rhythms

October 2024

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Ponderings

Pathways Retreat's Blog

Why did you begin meeting with a spiritual director/companion? My short answer is that I needed healing and a pastor.  Read the full post

5th Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser

November 9-16

Accepting items now through November 4

Pathways Retreat is seeking items to add to the silent auction fundraiser.  The theme this year is "Connections" and the focus is on non-tangible experiences that will bring people together.  Visit the silent auction page​ for more ideas and for information on how to donate.

Silent Auction Information

Fall Gathering 

Saturday, November 9, 4:30pm-dusk

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Grab a friend and head to Pathways on Saturday, November 9, for a laid back, family-friendly time of gathering around the fire ring, sipping warm cider, and enjoying a stroll through the woods as the day ends.  Extra points if you bring a friend who has never been to Pathways!    Bring your own chair and flashlight.  All are welcome!

Update on Pavilion Construction

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The contractor will begin setting the foundation piers on November 4! While this is later than hoped for and projected, we are grateful it will be built and ready to use next Spring.

The delayed construction allowed time for Steve Thomas to collect about 24 used cedar telephone poles to repurpose for this project. Gary Green donated his time and use of his portable sawmill to saw eight posts, all the outside trim for the pavilion, as well as all the material for the city-required fence. Thank you to the volunteers who helped with this project: Evan Miller, Merle Baker, Jeremy Stoltzfus, Merlin Miller, John Nafziger, & Norm Yoder.

Reflection Walks

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Stations of the Trees are available along the main trail loop until the end of October.

Hidden Creature Trail  A challenge for the young and the young at heart.  Find 16 clay creatures hidden along the main loop trail while looking for wildlife at Pathways!  Available through the end of October.

Programs at Pathways

Click on the blue program names for more information

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Weekly Yoga  Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm.  Series 1 Season of Creation runs on Mondays thru October 14, and Series 2 Season of the Saints begins October 28.  This class is appropriate for all skill and experience levels.  Register for single sessions or for the entire series at a reduce rate.  Led by Malinda Berry.  

Enneagram Reading and Practice Group  Last chance to register!  Using Beatrice Chestnut's book The Complete Enneagram, this members of this group will deepen their understanding of their type and personality patters while exploring subtypes and Enneagram theory. This group will meet monthly September - April.  Facilitated by Carmen Horst. 

"We are the Great Turning" Podcast Reflection Group  Last chance to register!  A reflection group for listening and responding to the work of long-time climate activist and spiritual teacher Joanna Macy.  Led by Evan Miller.  Meets weekly on Wednesdays through December 4.

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Zentangle Art  Explore the practice of mindfully drawing images from repetitive and structured patterns.  This class is designed for all skill and experience levels.  Led by Sylvie Gudin.  Saturday, November 9.    

Meditative Zentangle Practice  Integrates Zentangle-inspired art, centering prayer, and visio divina.  For anyone who has attended one of Sylvie’s Zentangle art classes. Led by Sylvie Gudin          Saturdays, October 12 & December 14.  Register for one or both   

Network Events

Rest Workshop at Pathways Retreat on Friday, November 1, 12-4pm.  Led by Elisabeth Barahona

Gestalt Soul Care Virtual Retreat: Tuning Your Soul  December 7, 9am-3:30pm.  Led by Alexandra MacCracken  

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