Advent Retreats
Advent Retreats
What: 3 separate two-hour zoom retreats on hope, peace, and joy
When: Saturday December 5, 9-11AM PT (HOPE) Saturday December 12, 9-11AM PT (PEACE) Saturday December 19, 9-11AM PT (JOY)
Cost: $20 for one, $15 for each additional
Seeking Hope, Peace, and Joy
For many, this Advent season will be like no other. The pandemic has changed our way of life and many of us will be wondering what that looks like for a season that is usually marked by gatherings and busy preparations. How can we allow this time of uncertainty to be an invitation to experience the true meaning of Advent? How are we called to surrender our expectations - like Mary did in her own unexpected situation - and look for new hope, peace, and joy?
Each retreat on hope, peace, and joy will be unique and special in its own way. You can expect all of them to offer:
Meditative prayer
A thought-provoking presentation
Reflective time to journal
Personal time with an experiential activity
Time to share with the option to pass
The invitation to experience the retreat however you need to - with your video screen on or off.
Meet your facilitators
Darlene Carlson
Retreat Facilitator
Darlene will be facilitating all three retreats. She is a spiritual director trained through the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation. She has led faith sharing and prayer groups for the past twelve years and has over 22 years experience both as a catechist and elementary school teacher.
“I believe these Advent retreats are so important to help us slow down and this year it will be even more important to center ourselves during such a tumultuous time.”
Shannon Dahlstedt
Retreat Facilitator
We are excited to introduce our newest retreat facilitator to Retreat, Reflect, Renew! Shannon will be co-facilitating our retreat on hope. Shannon is a spiritual director, trained through the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation. She has led faith-sharing groups and parish retreats since 2011, and has played guitar in her church choir for seven years.
“I look forward to holding space for discovering the great mystery all around us during this Advent season.”
Christine Jurisich
Retreat Facilitator
Christine will be co-facilitating the retreats on joy and peace and is the founder of Retreat, Reflect, Renew. She has been in retreat ministry for fifteen years and is the author of, “Retreat, Reflect, Renew: A Sacred Journal for A More Peaceful You.” She is also a Mercy Associate. Previously, Christine was a TV reporter and anchor for ten years.
“The holidays can be a difficult time for many. This year that may be even more true. I hope these retreats will offer a safe place to sort out expectations and find hope.”
Register
DECEMBER 5, 9-11AM PT
How are we called to surrender our expectations during this Advent season? How can that help us find hope?
Type in coupon code REPEAT for a $5 discount if registering for more than one. Register for each retreat separately.
December 12, 9-11AM PT
The peace of Christ is not dependent on everything going our way. How can Advent be an invitation to peace?
Type in coupon code REPEAT for a $5 discount if registering for more than one. Register for each retreat separately.
December 19, 9-11AM Pacific Time
In the midst of this unusual Advent season, come explore how to cultivate the true joy of the season.
Type in coupon code REPEAT for a $5 discount if registering for more than one. Register for each retreat separately.
Scholarships available
We know that between the pandemic and the holidays, this can be a financially tight time. If you are wanting to join us, please do not let the cost get in the way. We have scholarships available. We really want to share these retreats with you. Please email us.
We look forward to sharing this Advent season with you.