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Episode 65: How Summer Invites Us to Sabbath: Finding Rest in a Non-Stop World Episode Description In this soul-nourishing episode of Rhythms That Restore, host Cherisse Hixson welcomes Allison Bradsher, a Spiritual Director at The Retreat House in Memphis, to explore how summer uniquely invites us into Sabbath rest. As routines shift and new demands arise during these warmer months, this conversation couldn't be more timely for women feeling caught in the relentless rhythm of doing. Key Topics Understanding Sabbath as the "kingpin" of spiritual disciplines Why God Himself modeled Sabbath from creation The biblical foundation of Sabbath and what it reveals about God's character Practical ways to incorporate sacred rest into our busy lives Finding moments of stillness even in the midst of parenting and work demands Sabbath as freedom from false identities (what we do, what we have, what others think) Simple technology boundaries to create space for rest Featured Guest Allison Bradsher, spiritual director at The Retreat House in Memphis, has just returned from a five-day silent retreat and shares her perspective on creating space for sacred rest even with four children at home during the busy month of May and in summer for busy women.  Memorable Moments "Be still and know that I am God. Be still and know that I am. Be still and know. Be still. Be." - A powerful prayer practice from Psalm 46:10 shared by Allison. "You cannot overdo trust in God." - Thomas Keating Questions to Reflect On What are you afraid of when it comes to embracing rest? Where is God inviting you to courage in prioritizing Sabbath? Connect with Rhythms That Restore Follow Cherisse on Instagram: @rhythmsthatrestorepodcast Join our email community for weekly encouragement, support rhythms and more: www.cherissehixson.com Connect with our Facebook community: "Rhythms That Restore Podcast Community" Follow Allison Bradsher on Instagram: @theretreathousememphis Contact Allison via email: allison@bfrlocal.com Subscribe to never miss an episode that will help you restore, rest, and renew your soul in Jesus and His Word. Rhythms That Restore - where you can show up every day simply as you are, and that is enough.  

Maria Johnson interviews Nancy Smith, O.F.S., Director of Holy Cross Retreat House in North Easton, Massachusetts.   from the Holy Cross Retreat House intro: Launched in 1964 in a converted cow barn, the Retreat House has been a spiritual haven for thousands who have passed through its welcoming doors. It is located in Easton, Massachusetts, adjacent to Stonehill College, also founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross. The Retreat House is operated solely on private donations and retreat fees, and receives no state or federal funding. Among retreat houses in the Boston area and south of Boston, our retreat house has established its “market niche” by emphasizing Cursillo and Matt Talbot programs. Link in Show:  Holy Cross Retreat House: A Ministry of Congregation of Holy Cross Nancy Smith, Director

Msgr. Roger J. Landry The Pontifical Mission Societies Southwest Regional Meeting Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Dallas, Texas March 20, 2025 To listen to an audio recording of the conference, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/3.20.25_TPMS_Southwest_Regional_Meeting_Keynote_1.mp3   To download the slides of the presentation, please click below:  3.20.25 Southwest Region Keynote   The post The Jubilee of Hope and the Missions, TPMS Southwest Regional Keynote, Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House, Lake Dallas, TX, March 20, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," Cherisse engages in a heartfelt conversation with friend & Business Mentor, Fitness & Financial Enthusiast and connector of women in her small town, Denise Parmely from Selmer, Tennessee. We dive into the topic of "Contentment". We wanted to explore what can life look like when we live from a place of total Contentment in 2025.  Denise shares her journey as a mother of 2, entrepreneur, and health and fitness enthusiast, focusing on her pursuit of contentment amidst life's changes. She shares the question with all of us "What keeps us up at night?" What are we holding onto so tight that we know the Lord has asked us to say "No" to or "It is time to let it go".  Denise shares the impact of COVID-19 on her small businesses she owned, her transition to full-time employment, and her commitment to financial fitness and physical fitness. She loves to mentor and speak to women to how to make the best choices in health and life. Denise emphasizes the importance for all of us: setting realistic goals, living from a place of daily discipline and making the choices each day that get us to our goals. She shares be specific and write down "10 Specific Goals for 2025" and then what steps will you take to move daily toward each goal that you have for the year. Then post it to where you can see the goal in front of you and that will champion you in the progress that is happening each day. Find your WIN and find the Gratitude that IS inside the day.  Denise shares how as the Lord grows us, draws us closer to Him, He changes the desires of our hearts to reflect His.  She offers us advice to celebrating small wins, and fostering a supportive community. Her story highlights the transformative power of faith, gratitude, and personal growth as they enter the new year. Denise challenges us to BE the change that we so desperalty desire. Be the one to reaches out, forms a group of women, provides a safe space for women to gather and connect. Simply reach out and ASK.  Follow Denise for Health & Contentment Encouragement.  Instagram @deniseparmely or Facebook: Denise Parmely  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tools, Websites, and Links "Dave Ramsey" "Rachel Cruze's Contentment Journal" "Terry Saville Foy - a Cheerleader of Dreams book "Goal Setting" "Contentment Journal" No Spend September  5am Club  Be a Mentor that others have been to you -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------                        Would you love to Experience Community & Grow Closer to Jesus? Is your soul longing for breathtaking experiences and deep connections? Moments that cause you to pause and take in the beauty around you. Moments of deep Connection with God,  with creation, with beauty that you stand in awe of, and with others who point you back to Jesus? If so, then we invite you to encounter ESBI. Elevated experiences to behold and savor, while learning ways to integrate these values into your life. I am partnering with Be Free Revolution to offer our first EPSI Event,  a women's retreat at The beautiful Retreat House in Eads, TN on Friday night February 7th and all day Saturday February 8th. This retreat is open to 15 women and we anticipate this selling out quickly so reserve your spot today. Register and Save your spot online.  Let us captivate you in a thoughtful and beautiful way. Welcome to ESBI.                                            Learn More www.esbievents.com  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: cherissehixson@hotmail.com  Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson  DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01  https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr

CANDYcolored studio podcast episode 246: last fall, after opening email invitations to some beautiful artist retreats, i reached out to my beautiful artist friend, jessica libor of the creative heroine podcast to ask about her residency and art trip experiences. as we talked about what we loved most about each experience, we began brainstorming what would make the perfect artist residency for us.  we realized that many of the artist retreats were geared towards beginners or aspiring artists...wouldn't it be amazing to focus on professional women artists and add mindset and business growth opportunities too! what if it was a mastermind of sorts, an intimate community helping and enjoying the journey together?! as we made a list of all the things we'd include, we decided that if it didn't exist, that we'd need to create it ourselves -- and that's how The Nature of Creation: Artistic Awakening artist retreat for professional women artists began! When: April 9-13th, 2025Where: The Artist's Main Line Retreat House, Wayne, PA (close to King of Prussia) and surrounding areas for adventuresJoin us! This April, be part of an intimate mastermind for 8 artists as we descend on the sacred space of the organic-feminine Artist's Retreat House, to envision our future, be inspired, adventure in the surrounding areas, create art, dream big, and strategize in order to bring forth our highest potential work into the culture.What to expect: guest speakers, strategy and collaborative sessions to help our art careers, excursions to several museums and artist studios, plein air painting and sketching in nature, dining at local memorable cuisine, and so much more.Hosted by Jessica Libor and Katrina Berg (read on for more about your hosts!)apply to attend CONNECT WITH ME:katrinaberg.comemail: k@katrinaberg.comjoin my SWEETlist (my email list)instagram @katrina.berg LEAVE ME FEEDBACK: - what should i talk about next? let me know in the comments below. - did you enjoy this episode? if so, leave me a review!

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," I invited my friend and Spiritual Director Allison Bradsher over or a conversation about how we can start this new year slowly, intentionally and we talk about what it looks like when we "Say Yes to the next invitation from God" in 2025.  Allison, is a personal Spiritual Director and she is a co-founder of the Retreat House in Memphis, shares her journey and insights on how to nurture our inner life and care for our souls.  We discuss the significance of the new year as a time for reflection and growth, using winter as a metaphor for our own inner "heart" work. We talk about having curiosity over our need to fix, growing our capacity for the uncomfortable in life and practices of subtraction in order to create more space.   Our key themes include saying yes to God's invitations in this new year, the importance of silence, balancing inner and outer life, and embracing unique spiritual journeys. The episode encourages us to create space for God and engage in practices that foster spiritual development. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Schedule your own Spiritual Direction session with Allison Email: allison@bfrlocal.com  Website: www.theretreathousememphis.com  Instagram: @theretreathousememphis  -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------                                       Experience ESBI Retreat Feb 7th and 8th, 2025  Is your soul longing for breathtaking experiences and deep connections? Moments that cause you to pause and take in the beauty around you. Moments of deep Connection with God,  with creation, with beauty that you stand in awe of, and with others who point you back to Jesus? If so, then we invite you to encounter ESBI. Elevated experiences to behold and savor, while learning ways to integrate these values into your life. Ready to make room for margin and experience some time alone with the Lord yet connected with others? Experience our very first ever ESBI Retreat in Memphis, Tn Friday February 7th evening 5pm-9pm and Saturday February 8th from 10am - 7pm at The Retreat House in Eads, Tn Register: www.esbievents.com  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Have more questions about learning spiritual disciplines or attending one of our ESBI Retreats?  Email Cherisse directly at cherissehixson@hotmail.com  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: cherissehixson@hotmail.com  Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson  DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01  https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr

Big Girl Panties Podcast is back with a special live in person interview at The Retreat House launch party with founder Jess Burns in Bermuda.During our chat, Jess opens up about:her beautiful connection to her late mom, Kim Burns and her ongoing grief journeythe inspiration behind her new businessinsights on wellness retreats available now!To sign up for upcoming retreats and to learn more about The Retreat House, please visit:Instagram - @theretreathouse.bermudaEmail - theretreathouse.bermuda@gmail.com To keep up with all things Big Girl Panties between episodes, please visit: Instagram - @bgplifewww.bgplife.comVideography by 7 South Productions. Instagram - @7.southproductions Website: 7southproductions.com

The latest book from SDI Press is now available for pre-order, shipping in November 2024! Ordinary Heaven | Exploring Spiritual Direction and the Journey of Human Life, by Philip Carter, is a quite extraordinary work that lovingly renders a lifetime of spiritual experience and reflection, honoring this very life and the sacred ministry of spiritual direction. In this episode, we interview Philip about the inspiration and themes of the book, and what readers can expect. Purchase your copy today at https://www.sdicompanions.org/product/ordinary-heaven/ Reading Ordinary Heaven is akin to receiving spiritual direction from a wise and compassionate companion. Philip Carter offers readers of all backgrounds the space to embrace the divine woven into the fabric of our ordinary lives. For anyone seeking to deepen their calling and connection to the world and each other, discover this profound and healing experience, one that speaks universally to the sacredness of our shared humanity. --- Philip Carter is a retired Anglican priest. Ordained in 1973, he served in several parishes and in 1988 was appointed by the Archbishop of Adelaide as Diocesan Advisor in Spirituality, based at the Retreat House, Belair. In 1997, he established the ecumenical and independent spirituality ministry, the Julian Centre in Mile End, near the CBD of Adelaide. Through the centre, he offered spiritual direction, retreats and quiet days of reflection, as well as programs for the formation of spiritual directors. In 1989, he was a founding member and an early President of the Australian Network for Spiritual Direction (ANSD) and from 2007-2009 he served as the inaugural President of the Australian Ecumenical Council for Spiritual Direction (AECSD). He is married to Helen, with whom he has three adult daughters. Purchase your copy today at https://www.sdicompanions.org/product/ordinary-heaven/

The Soul of Anglicanism: Vocation, Ministry & Beauty A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 5 of 6 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over six consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 9, August 4, August 18, and September 8. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Soul of Anglicanism: Liturgy A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 5 of 7 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over seven consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 9, August 4, August 18, September 8, and October 6. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Soul of Anglicanism: Reason A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 4 of 7 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over seven consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 9, August 4, September 8, and October 6. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Hello, my friends, and welcome back to the Realife Process Podcast! I'm Teresa McCloy, and in today's episode, we're diving into the joys and blessings of the summer season. As we find ourselves right in the middle of the year, I want to share with you some of the things I absolutely love about summer and how they help me lean into a place of rest and rejuvenation. From taking Fridays off to indulging in my passion for gardening, discovering the simple pleasure of long car rides, and the delight of eating outdoors, we'll explore together how the beauty of summer can enrich our lives. Whether you already adore summer or are looking for new ways to appreciate it, there's something here for everyone. So, grab a comfortable spot and let's dive into what makes this season truly special. And remember, I'd love to hear what you love about summer, so join our free community over at TheRealifeProcess.com and share your thoughts! Let's jump in and embrace the extraordinary moments of our everyday lives this summer!Time Stamps: 00:00 Podcast host reflects on summer season joy.03:27 Schedule Fridays off to rejuvenate and garden.08:41 Enjoying outdoor dining and grilling in summer.11:54 Embrace the blessings of summer, share stories.FREE RESOURCES:Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values AssessmentReady to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your CalendarReady to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn't matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!Get to know the story behind the REALIFE Process® through our film, Rested Success!CLICK HERE to watch the 15-minute documentary film where you'll hear Teresa's story, how the REALIFE Process® began and developed, plus how our Certified Facilitators are using the Process in the work that they do.OTHER RESOURCES:Check out our YouTube Channel!Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.My Book LinkMy new book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.LifeMapping ToolsWould you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on:Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloyInstagram - teresa.mccloyLinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®. The REALIFE Process® is dedicated to equipping others and providing community, training, tools and resources,in order to cultivate bothpersonal and professional development and growth. Teresa's mission is to see individuals and groups grow in self awareness, develop sustainable rhythms, and increase their influence and impact at the intersection of faith and work in their everyday life story. 

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The Soul of Anglicanism: Tradition A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 3 of 7 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over seven consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 8, and October 6. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Soul of Anglicanism: Scripture A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 2 of 7 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over seven consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 8, and October 6. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dan Wetzel was interviewed by Rev. Anne Blanchard live from the Retreat House on May 19th, 2024. Here is some information provided by Dan: "I was raised in a family of devout Catholics where I felt a deep connection with Jesus. After High School, I joined a Catholic order of priests with the intention of becoming one myself. However, after completing four years of college, I decided to leave the church as I did not feel that I was getting all the answers that I sought. In 1977, I Came Upon A Course in Miracles. I felt that I had found my path. The Course made sense to me. I studied, applied and taught the Course for the next 40 years. Compelled to go deeper in 2017, I left my long time marriage and joined the Living Miracles community in Chapala Mexico, where I stayed for a year and a half. When I felt complete there, I moved to Namaste in Ajijic Mexico, and over a year later moved again to Villa Del Angel as I felt Guided by Spirit. During my time in Mexico, I learned of Awakening Together and the teachings of Regina Dawn Akers. I was ready and willing to take the next step which was profound. Clarity ensued and self inquiry assisted in the deepening understanding of any beliefs that I held about myself and seeming separation from God. I continue to learn that my awakening is a gradual revelation that the awareness had always been present, but was mixed with emotions, sensations and thoughts and experienced as the personal self called Dan. Stillness and peace increase daily with meditation and contemplation. Presently, I reside near Mighty Companions with whom I join frequently for support and prayer and the inward journey back to the One Self. I trust that the universe is conspiring to do me good. Allowing everything without judgment, to accept “what is”, is Holy Spirit's (Inner Wisdom) purpose for the dream world of duality, replacing the ego's purpose of separation. Accepting that only Oneness is real is the Atonement, the end of the dream of separation, life and death, and is the experience of the Happiness that We are." Love podcasts? You might also enjoy one of the programs listed here: https://awakening-together.org/interact/podcasts/

In this episode of "Rhythms that Restore," host Cherisse Hixson and guest Britney Christie, co-founder of Be Free Revolution and The Retreat House Memphis, explore the significance of prioritizing "being with God" over "doing for Him". They emphasize the importance of self-awareness for personal growth, recognizing patterns of unhealth and health, and the cultural trap of busyness. Britney shares her practices for connecting with God, including setting appointments to show up in prayer and finding strategic places for reflection. The conversation covers soul care, the use of personality assessments, and the importance of community support. Britney also touches on coping with trauma and share some tools she has used through music and intentional time to heal with the Lord, the role of technology in providing care for clients, and the services offered by The Retreat House. The episode concludes with a breath prayer exercise and a message of restoration, inviting listeners to embrace daily peace and share the podcast with a friend. The importance of being with God (00:01:13) Discussion on the struggle between being for God and doing for God, emphasizing the importance of being with God. Jesus's boundaries and waiting on God (00:02:24) Exploration of Jesus's ministry and how he balanced action and contemplation, emphasizing the importance of waiting on God and respecting boundaries. Awareness and boundaries in helping others (00:05:33) The importance of being aware of boundaries when helping others, avoiding circumventing the Holy Spirit's work in someone else's life. Self-awareness and patterns (00:10:59) The catalyst for growth and change, focusing on self-awareness and recognizing helpful and hurtful patterns. The value of inner work and soul care (00:14:01) The significance of inner work and soul care, emphasizing the need for time and energy, and the benefits of seeking guidance from coaches, spiritual directors, or counselors. Recognizing unhealthy patterns and the ability to pause (00:17:09) Discussion on recognizing unhealthy patterns and the importance of pausing to assess the situation and make choices for personal growth. Space for assessment and intentional time with God (00:20:45) Creating space for self-assessment and intentional time with God, emphasizing the need for appointments and consistency in seeking God's presence. The value of consistency with other believers (00:21:57) The importance of consistency with other believers in nurturing one's spiritual journey and growth. Setting Times for the Lord (00:23:03) Brittany discusses setting times for spiritual practices and the importance of having a community of believers. Focusing on God's Affection (00:24:25) Brittany talks about focusing on things that stir affection for God and the impact of entertainment on her during a difficult season. Strategic Withdrawal and Spiritual Growth (00:27:14) The speakers discuss the importance of strategic withdrawal to grow spiritually and emotionally, setting appointments with the Lord, and seeking wisdom from trusted sources. Full Circle Care at The Retreat House (00:28:10) Brittany explains the full circle care offered at The Retreat House, including counseling, trauma work, coaching, and spiritual direction. Breath Prayer and God's Presence (00:30:06) Brittany shares a breath prayer practice, emphasizing God's omnipresence and the importance of releasing worries and fears. Closing Prayer and Gratitude (00:34:13) A closing prayer expressing gratitude for God's presence and guidance, followed by expressions of love and gratitude. Setting times to be with the Lord, having a body of believers around, focusing on things that stir affection for God: "00:23:03" Spotify Playlist named Preachers Harvest and Song of the Lamb, Show: Downton Abbey: "00:24:25" Strategic withdrawal, setting an appointment with the Lord, silent retreat, counselor, spiritual director: "00:27:39" Breath prayer, Yahweh, breathing in attributes of God, breathing out anxiety, fear, tension: "00:30:24" Instagram: "00:34:32" Subscribe button, leaving a review on podcast platform, sharing the show with a friend: "00:34:37" Connect with Britney Christie via email: britney@befreerevolution.com or find her on Instagram @befreerevolution  or @theretreathousememphis  Connect with Cherisse Hixson on Instagram @cherissehixson01, FaceBook or email: cherissehixson@hotmail.com would love to connect and dig deeper with you.  Share this episode with a friend and If we added value and ecouraged your heart leave a 5 star review below. 

The Soul of Anglicanism: Compromise or Comprehension?  A Brief Survey of Anglican History  Part 1 of 7 Sessions Join The Rev. Andrew Walmisley, PhD, as he presents a seven-part series on the Soul of Anglicanism. With meetings once per month over the course of six months, Fr. Andrew will survey the history of Anglicanism while exploring its distinctive theological sources and unique characteristics. Is Anglicanism a tradition of compromise between Protestants and Catholics? Or one which comprehends elements of both as a “reformed catholic” tradition? This overriding question will become the lens for which to explore the distinctive characteristics of Anglican history, liturgy, sacrament, ecclesiology, and spirituality. These presentations are free and open to the public, especially crafted for anyone who wishes to make an initial foray into the study of Anglicanism. All who are considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into The Episcopal Church would find Fr. Andrew's presentations especially informative. The series will be presented over seven consecutive months on Sundays from 1-2pm on April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 8, and October 6. All presentations will be hosted in the St. Jerome Conference Room (second floor of the Retreat House). All sessions will be audio recorded and uploaded to the St. Columba's website for distanced members or for those who may have a scheduling conflict with one of the sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

In this episode, Fr. Lorenzo once more chats with the experiment managers for the “Being With Clergy” experiment which sought to combat the large number of young clergy who are leaving ministry a few years after ordination. The Revs Rachel Field and Mo Lederman tell us about how clergy can be more resilient in the work of ministry.Rachel Field is an Episcopal Priest living on a small hillside along with mosses, strawberries, cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, beavers, and ravens. She spends much of her time wandering the neighborhood with her horses, Tom Bombadil and Radagast the Brown. She is the co-owner of Heartberry Hollow Farm & Forest in Randolph Vermont and the Earth Liturgist for The Retreat House at Hillsboro. Her ministry focuses around imagining and facilitating places of connection between people and the sacred earth.Rev. Mo Peitler-Lederman is a native Nutmegger and serves through the Episcopal Church in Connecticut. She is a graduate of Providence College, BA Theology and a Master of Divinity from Yale Divinity School. Ordained in 2004, Mo served as the Associate Rector and Chaplain of the Day School at St. Thomas's Episcopal Church in New Haven, CT for nine years. She became the Rector of St. John's Episcopal Church in Guilford, CT until June of 2021. She has served the diocese as a member of the Commission on Ministry, Chair of the South Central Leadership Team, Chair of the Women's Ministry Network, a Camp Washington Chaplain and Retreat Leader, and Chair for the Committee for the Formation of All the Baptized. Currently she is a diocesan consultant, working with newly ordained clergy.  She leads retreats for parish groups and vestries, is a liturgist for the Episcopal Preaching Foundation, and recently finished working with the Ekklesia Ballet Company on their work, “Body and Land.” She is pursuing a Certificate in Communications and Digital Media through the Center for New Media at Middlesex College. When not serving parishes or taking classes Mo enjoys spending time with family, baking, singing in a community choir, and blending and drinking tea. Her website is molederman.comLinks:https://being-with.org/

Atheists, Agnostics & Mystics: Crossing the Divide A Fireside Lecture given on August 30, 2017 by Fr. Vincent Pizzuto, Ph.D. St. Columba's Episcopal Church and Retreat House, Inverness, CA Synopsis This public lecture, originally delivered by Fr. Vincent Pizzuto, Ph.D. on August 30, 2017, was one in a series of “Fireside Chats” he introduced in his inaugural year as Vicar of St. Columba's Church & Retreat House in Inverness, California. The series was designed to bring a range of topics into conversation with the Christian spiritual and intellectual tradition. In this lecture, Pizzuto draws upon the framework of “Negative Theology” (apophaticism), to explore Christian mystical language about God from Pseudo-Dionysius to Augustine to Aquinas. In his Boetium de Trinitate, for example, Aquinas observed, “In the end we know God as unknown.” Thus, any God we can imagine can be nothing more than an imaginary God. The language of Negative Theology (i.e., knowing God through a process of negation) may find atheists, agnostics, and mystics in unexpectedly close quarters. Pizzuto concludes that “The rise of modern atheism in the West along with the precipitous decline in church attendance must be understood, at least in part, as a purifying corrective to the spiritual, moral, and imaginative failures of our religious institutions. The consequence of these failures is the church's diminishing capacity to convey beauty. It is, after all, beauty that attracts the human spirit and beauty that compels the human conscience toward the good, not the dry, rigid formulas of doctrine, nor the clinical dissection of biblical texts, nor the ethical demands to love even before we ourselves have been made to understand not only that we are lovable…but that we are indeed love itself.” (Contemplating Christ, 40). Artwork: "Into the Unknown" by Lorraine Almeida (used with permission).

In this episode, Fr. Lorenzo chats with the experiment managers for the “Being With Clergy” experiment which sought to combat the large number of young clergy who are leaving ministry a few years after ordination. The Revs Rachel Field and Mo Lederman tell us about what they learn and how you can benefit from this work.Rachel Field is an Episcopal Priest living on a small hillside along with mosses, strawberries, cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, beavers, and ravens. She spends much of her time wandering the neighborhood with her horses, Tom Bombadil and Radagast the Brown. She is the co-owner of Heartberry Hollow Farm & Forest in Randolph Vermont and the Earth Liturgist for The Retreat House at Hillsboro. Her ministry focuses around imagining and facilitating places of connection between people and the sacred earth.Rev. Mo Peitler-Lederman is a native Nutmegger and serves through the Episcopal Church in Connecticut. She is a graduate of Providence College, BA Theology and a Master of Divinity from Yale Divinity School. Ordained in 2004, Mo served as the Associate Rector and Chaplain of the Day School at St. Thomas's Episcopal Church in New Haven, CT for nine years. She became the Rector of St. John's Episcopal Church in Guilford, CT until June of 2021. She has served the diocese as a member of the Commission on Ministry, Chair of the South Central Leadership Team, Chair of the Women's Ministry Network, a Camp Washington Chaplain and Retreat Leader, and Chair for the Committee for the Formation of All the Baptized. Currently she is a diocesan consultant, working with newly ordained clergy.  She leads retreats for parish groups and vestries, is a liturgist for the Episcopal Preaching Foundation, and recently finished working with the Ekklesia Ballet Company on their work, “Body and Land.” She is pursuing a Certificate in Communications and Digital Media through the Center for New Media at Middlesex College. When not serving parishes or taking classes Mo enjoys spending time with family, baking, singing in a community choir, and blending and drinking tea. Her website is molederman.com

The youngest of nine children born of a devout Irish-Catholic mother, Sister Mary Michael Fox entered the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia (Nashville) at age 21, and has served in the community's primary apostolate of teaching for over 30 years. After being trained as a catechist for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Sister Mary Michael was so intrigued by its approach that she conducted doctoral research into the nature of its pedagogy. In February 2023, she published her research in a book, Following God's Pedagogy: Principles for Children's Catechesis (LTP, 2023). Sister Mary Michael currently serves at the Congregation's Retreat House in Dickson, Tennessee as both Martha and Mary: cooking, cleaning, and assisting with any of practical needs during retreats, and intercessory prayer before, during, and after each retreat. (0:42) Nashville roots (1:14) Dominican outreach (2:57) Charism (3:44) Home-based catechesis   (6:37) Faith as a way of life (8:26) Praying as a family (10:42) Is there something more?  (12:59) A spectrum of Sisters (14:15) A call within a call (15:38) The beauty of truth (17:48) The mom challenge (24:15) God is in the brokenness   (31:12) From Christendom to the convent (37:09) Creativity in the classroom (42:27) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (53:44) Retreat! (59:14) How do you know? (1:01:01) Let us pray   Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Catechesis of the Good Shepherd   Subscribe to our newsletter  https://siste.rs/3isP2CZ Check out lots more podcasts  https://siste.rs/2SfnoyS   Let us know your thoughts about the podcast! Please take this short survey--your input helps us shape the future In Good Faith podcasts. Click HERE to take the survey.   Don't forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087.

Join Kristina and Steph as they share their experiences managing a stay-cation rental property: The Retreat House!From dealing with a broken pool to improving communication with property managers, they offer valuable insights into running a successful short-term rental business. Discover their strategies for handling finances and enjoying the space themselves. Get in TouchComments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at podcast@openhouseaustin.coWant to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don't miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.Related Resources We help people buy houses every day! Connect with one of our Realtors (the best in the biz!)Join our Women Investor GroupRSVP: Women Investor Meetup, Retreat House Tour/Pool Party, House Hacking Tips!Want a $200 giftcard & 15% off Parachute Home? Sign up for our "How to Buy a House in Austin" Workshop (July session), and you'll be entered into our giveaway [must attend event to qualify]Airbnb Listing: The Retreat HouseBlog Post: "Transforming A Home into a $40k Yearly Airbnb Money Maker"Blog Post: "What's a Sneaky Duplex? How to Generate Income From a Private Room in Your Home"Previous Episode: Buying Our Retreat House as a TeamBuying a House With Friends Mini-CourseJoin Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer TipsService: Task RabbitService:

Join Kristina and Steph as they tackle the biggest mistake first-time homebuyers often make: getting stuck in analysis paralysis. In this episode, they'll take you through their journey of breaking free from this common trap by shifting their mindset. Using their own experiences, they reveal how understanding local markets, leveraging data, and embracing the power of collaboration can turn real estate investing from an intimidating process into an exciting adventure. Tune in for their valuable insights and learn how to navigate the Austin real estate market with confidence.Get in TouchComments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at podcast@openhouseaustin.coWant to hear more from Open House? Follow us on TikTok and check out our website!Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don't miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.Related Resources Connect With a RealtorEvent: How to Buy a House in Austin, In-Person Workshop 6/14, Start Here!Event: Community Meetup - Meet Aspiring Homebuyers & First-Time HomeownersEvent: Women Investor Group Meetup - Airbnb Tour - Grow Your Wealth & House Hack!Podcast Episode: "Buying our Retreat House as a Team"Join Newsletter - Timely Market Updates + First-Time Homebuyer TipsJoin #OHADesignedbyDaniKlaric Newsletter - New Office Renovation Updates Ft. Interior Designer Dani Klaric

Deacons James Norman and Dave Brencic talk with Fr. Kevin Feeney about the Joseph and Mary Retreat House in Mundelein.

Manx Language Development Officer Ruth Keggin Gell will be at our Retreat House, Thie Dy Vea (House of Life) in Peel next weekend to lead two events that are very different, but bonded together by the use of Manx Language. On Friday 20 January, Ruth will lead GOW ARRANE - SING! an evening to learn and enjoy prayerful, peaceful chants from the Taize monastic community, translated (by Ruth) into Manx. The evening is in 3 parts - arrive at 6pm for a relaxed and informal workshop where we'll learn some of the most popular Taize chants - in Manx. Then we'll stop to share a simple tasty supper with time to chat, and we'll close the evening with a gentle time of worship in the style of the Taize community, using the chants we've learnt. The evening will finish around 8:30pm COST - FREE (donations would be welcome, but there's no pressure to give anything except your time!) On Saturday 21st January - God speaks Manx too, Yessir! 9.30am - 12.30pm Discover simple ways to incorporate Manx language into church life and worship. This workshop will cover simple responses, prayers and blessings plus conversational phrases of welcome, useful Manx for service sheets, and much more. Refreshments will be served from 9am COST - FREE (donations would be welcome, but there's no pressure to give anything except your time!) THERE'S AN OPTION to stay on for a snack and sandwich lunch with hot drinks, after the Saturday morning session - there's a set charge for this - £8 per person NOTE: Although the events are FREE, booking is essential, please, as we need to control numbers, so everyone gets the best from these two sessions. Book via the website: www.retreathouse.im or phone Monday - Friday during normal office hours - 01624 609299 or email - welcome@retreathouse.im Thie Dy Vea is fully residential with comfortable double and twin en suite rooms - if you're thinking of coming to both Friday night and Saturday morning sessions, why not have a mini break and stay overnight Friday ?? see website for full details - www.retreathouse.im Also on the programme - MEET THE HERO RODENTS !! Furry animals with exceptional scent detection skills are being trained to find landmines and other lethal explosives hidden in the ground in Cambodia (and other countries where hidden landmines cause thousands of deaths, and make huge areas of land too dangerous to use). The light weight of these animals (about the size of an average domestic cat) means they don't detonate the explosives- but are fast and accurate at finding them so the disposal teams can follow on, and spend all their time making them safe without having first to find them. Other scent detection animals are able to rapidly identify tuberculosis in humans - a disease still raging in many countries. Over one million people die each year through undetected and therefore untreated TB. We feature a report sent from Louise Whitelegg who is in Cambodia, and watched these amazing animals at work. Well worth taking a look at the website - www.apopo.org Plus there's some really beautiful music in the programme - and our notice board too Please email items for the notice board : judithley@manxradio.com

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Team member Celeste joins Steph and Kristina in this episode to discuss their real estate partnership: the Retreat House! These three powerhouse women saw a need to have a place to host planning retreats with the team and a home to host out-of-town clients. In January 2021, they decided to take the plunge and buy a house together that could solve both those needs! They discuss how they partnered financially to make it happen, as well as their recommendations for how you can do something like this too. Check out our Retreat House Highlight on Instagram for images of the journey! And click here to see our Airbnb listing. Looking to turn your own place into an Airbnb? Sign up for our Airbnb Course, coming 2022!Get in TouchComments, suggestions or feedback? Email us at podcast@openhouseaustin.coWant to hear more from Open House? Follow us on Instagram and check out our website!Please stay tuned for more episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe so you don't miss them! You can find us on Spotify, Stitcher and Apple Podcasts.Related ResourcesRetreat House Airbnb ListingJoin our Airbnb Course WaitlistPodcast: Buying a House with a Friend7 Tips for Buying a Home with Multiple Offers in a Hot Market

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native, Sara Ann DeCosta is an American ice hockey player? She won a gold medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics, and a silver medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics. She also played goalie for Providence College and had 2,324 saves in her college career. In 2004, she was inducted into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame and in 2018 was inducted into the Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame. Next, a fun activity to do today.. The Cross Mills Public Library in Charlestown will be hosting some outdoor music. Sing along to your favorite children's songs with Mr. Mike and his guitar. Please contact the library to register. Families should bring a blanket to sit on and bug spray. All ages and starts at 10am. See you there! Looking for a new role? We're here to help. Today's Job posting comes from Aramark in Westerly. They're looking for food service workers. Experience preferred and must be able to do occasional heavy lifting of up to 25 pounds. If you'd like to learn more or apply, you can do so by using the link in our episode description.  https://www.indeed.com/jobs?l=Westerly%2C%20RI&mna=5&aceid&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpf2IBhDkARIsAGVo0D2S3gEb-328GyRpBuTTeeKPdn3-klOh0KYAsfete6MEZmI5S4qTg-4aAnQkEALw_wcB&vjk=d06937ce8054ae33&advn=3085667542396710 Today we're remembering the life of Marlene Lajoie Donahue, of Ledyard, CT. Marlene was born in Van Buren, Maine, was educated at St. John's University and received a B.B.A. She studied at Manhattan College, NY and Catholic University of America in Washington, DC where she received an M.A. in Theology. Finally at Central CT State University and Connecticut College she was awarded an M.B.E. Marlene enjoyed teaching for twenty-six years, five of which were spent at St. Agatha High School in Maine, and twenty-one years at Ledyard High School. After her teaching career, she worked at A & T in North Stonington and Twenty Third Publications in Mystic. Marlene had previously been with the Daughters of Wisdom Community for twelve years. Marlene was a faithful communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Pawcatuck where she served as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Eucharist and enjoyed singing in the choir. Her hobbies included reading, which she and her mother would do together, cooking, entertaining family and friends, and playing with her precious great niece Sydney and her great nephews Dominique and Landon. She also loved floating in Long Pond with her purple "bubble". Marlene volunteered at St. Edmund's Retreat House on Enders Island and the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center. She enjoyed time visiting residents at Mary Elizabeth Nursing Home and other nursing homes in the area. Her greatest attributes were her capacity to love and care for others. She is survived by her husband, her sisters, her brother, several nieces and nephews. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Marlene's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MABUTING BALITA | HULYO 10, 2021 Sabado sa Ika -14 na Linggo sa Karaniwang Panahon EBANGHELYO: MATEO 10:24-33 Sinabi ni Jesus sa kanyang mga alagad: “Hindi hihigit sa kanyang guro ang alagad, o higit sa kanyang amo ang utusan. Hangad lamang ng alagad na tularan ang kanyang guro, at ng utusan ang kanyang amo. Kung tinawag na Beelzebul ang may-ari ng bahay, ano pa kaya ang kanyang mga kasambahay! Kaya huwag kayong matakot sa kanila. Walang tinatakpan na hindi nabubunyag at walang natatago na hindi nahahayag. Ang sinasabi ko sa inyo sa dilim, ipahayag ninyo sa liwanag. Ang narinig ninyo nang pabulong, ipahayag mula sa bubong. Huwag matakot sa mga nakapapatay ng katawan ngunit hindi ng kaluluwa. Matakot kayo sa may kapangyarihang sumira ng kaluluwa pati ng katawan sa impiyerno. Nabibili ang dalawang maya kahit na sa ilang sentimo, wala isa mang bumabagsak sa lupa na hindi niloloob ng Ama. At kayo, bilang na pati buhok sa inyong ulo. Kaya huwag kayong matakot: mas mahalaga kayo kaysa mga maya. Ang sinumang kumilala sa akin sa harap ng mga tao ay kikilalanin ko sa harap ng aking Ama sa Langit. At ang ayaw kumilala sa akin sa harap ng mga tao ay hindi ko rin kikilalanin sa harap ng aking Ama sa Langit.” PAGNINILAY: Sa Biblia ang mga katagang “Huwag matakot ay mga katagang nagpapaalala sa atin kung gaano tayo pino-protektahan ng Panginoon sa bawat sandali ng ating buhay, katulad din ng paalala ng Panginoong Hesus sa kanyang mga Apostoles noong pinadala N'ya sila sa una nilang missionary journey. Taong 2003 nang pinadala ako sa Macau kasama ang isa pang IOLA para mag-misyon. Mag-manage ng Retreat House na pag-aari ng Diocese ng Macau ang pangunahin naming gawain. Napuspos ng pag-aalala at takot ang aking puso noong makarating kami doon, dahil hindi ko alam kung anong mangyayari sa amin, kung saan kami tutuloy. Napakalaki at malawak ang nasasakupan ng Retret House… Kami ang maglilinis at maghahanda ng lahat ng gagamitin ng mga retreatans… Dati na akong nagtrabaho bilang domestic helper sa HongKong. Kaya naisip ko, na walang pagkakaiba sa trabaho ko noon as domestic helper ang gagawin ko ngayon bilang missionary. The ordinary works that I am doing now becomes extra-ordinary when offered to God, with God, and in God. Napawi ang takot ko noon at naging matibay ang pagtitiwala ko sa Panginoon na Syang nagbigay sa akin ng lakas at tibay na ipagpatuloy ang mission na itinalaga niya sa akin. - Dolores Montales | Institute of Our Lady of the Annunciation Manalangin tayo: Panginoon gabayan N'yo po kaming lahat na mga tinawag N'yo sa ibat ibang misyon sa buhay. Nang magampanan namin ito nang naaayon sa'yong mahal na kalooban. Amen.

The creation story of how the Forest & Flowers Retreat House came to be – the origins and the special connection I have with this place, where I found inspiration in the creative process, the special amenities the Retreat House offers, how flowers became part of the plan, and what's to come. Click here to check out the Forest & Flowers Retreat: www.forestandflowersretreat.com

Summer and Fall Retreats at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House - On this segment of Faith in Action, co-hosts Jim Ganley and Brigid Ayer talk with Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House Communications Manager, Hayley Mosson about Fatima Retreat House and including Silent Retreats, a Suicide Loss Program, and a Soul Healing Retreat. To learn more, their full program list the website is www.archindy.org/fatima/

In this episode Hillary talks about being the daughter of parents who had an addiction to drugs and alcohol.  Unfortunately, substance abuse runs deep in her family.  She talks about how addiction can come from unresolved trauma.  She discusses the decisions she has made to stay away from addiction.  She is a huge advocate for therapy, and healing yourself.  We couldn't be more proud of her, and the cycles that she is breaking to be the wife, mother, and friend that she is today.  After you listen to her episode, show her some love by leaving a comment.  Resources mentioned: Woman's Retreat House: 801-791-9084Valley Camp Rehabilitation Center for men:801-745-0821

At the heart of AT YOUR SERVICE today are two stories from the Gospel according to St Matthew - both involve miracles, but one of them involves taking a leap of faith - it's the story of Jesus walking on the stormy waters of the Sea of Galilee, and disciple Peter trying to do the same. For Reverend Jo Dudley (Vicar of Christ Church in Laxey) this story took on a whole new significance after she had the chance to actually be in a boat on the Sea of Galilee. But for Pioneer Minister Reverend Alex Brown, walking on the water - taking a leap of faith - is something he tries constantly to do. He tells his fascinating story in today's programme. And there's music too, including more listeners' choices - All My Hope on God is Founded, Jesus Calls Me O'er the Tumult and Oceans by Hillsong Worship. The website address for the new Retreat House opening in late Autumn in Peel is www.retreathouse.im The email address is welcome@retreathouse.im and the phone number for calls and texts is 07624 56 82 90 If you'd like to choose a hymn for the programme, I'd love to hear from you - email me on judithley@manx.net

AT YOUR SERVICE today is full of stories! Liz Babbs - who describes herself as a creative communicator - explains why it's so important for us to take time to stop and think - then invites us to be an active part of a very special story. If you'd like to discover more of Liz's Bible-based meditations, you'll find lots of information on her website - lizbabbs.com Another set of stories takes us to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne through the words and music of singer/songwriter Andrew Lobb, author David Adam (for many years the Vicar of Holy Island) and Ray Simpson (founder of the Retreat House on Holy Island). David Adam wonders what we might learn from the story of The Wild Geese, and shares just one of many stories about Aidan, the first Bishop of Lindisfarne. Alongside the music of Andrew Lobb, there's a setting of Psalm 42 sung and played by Gareth Moore, and Robert Grant's great hymn of praise based on Psalm 104 - O worship the King, all-glorious above - is the choice of Mrs Anne Jones who joins us from Brightlingsea, Essex. There's also a last-minute update on Virtually Beach Mission - Port St Mary Beach Mission with a difference this year! It starts on Monday 3 August - the headquarters is, as always, Mallmore on the Promenade in Port St Mary, and the website with ALL the information for this very different year is psmbm.org.uk Your hymn choices for At Your Service are most welcome - let me know what you'd like to hear - and if you would like me to dedicate it to someone who is listening along with you. Email me - judithley@manxradio.com

The truest form of reconstruction is when your internal trust of God matches your external experiences with God. The Rev. Dr. Lil Smith is a seasoned Spiritual Director and a guide for many who are listening to new expressions of God in their lives. In this episode we talk about how it can be difficult to find that interior trust and how we see the Holy Spirit leading people through deconstruction of our traditional faith paradigms. I think I asked my best question yet and we do play a game along the way. More about Lil Smith: Lil is director and co-founder of Retreat House (www.retreathousecommunity.org), a day retreat and spirituality center in Richardson, TX . She is a trained spiritual director and supervisor. In the role of adjunct faculty, Lil facilitates the supervised practicum classes in the Perkins School of Theology Certification in Spiritual Direction. As a retreat leader, spiritual director and supervisor Lil shares with others her passion for the spiritual life. She is active with the life of Spiritual Ministries Institute, is a member of the Richardson Interfaith Alliance (RIA) and is on the board of Compassionate DFW. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reconstructioncalls/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reconstructioncalls/support

RETREATS & UPCOMING EVENTS AT OUR LADY OF FATIMA RETREAT HOUSE - OUR GUEST, HAYLEY MOSSON, PROGRAM & MARKETING MANAGER, OUR LADY OF FATIMA RETREAT HOUSE, TALKS WITH FAITH IN ACTION CO-HOSTS, BRIGID AYER AND KENT BLANDFORD, ABOUT WHAT'S AHEAD FOR LATE SUMMER AND FALL AT OUR LADY OF FATIMA RETREAT HOUSE IN INDIANAPOLIS. FOR DETAILS THE WEBPAGE IS WWW.ARCHINDY.ORG/FATIMA/

Going to Baguio in Benguet often means visiting the usual touristy spots of Burnham Park, Botanical Garden and Mines View Park. But for thrill seekers, an abandoned building on a hill offers not just a breathtaking panoramic view of the city but also possible sightings of Dominican friars and nuns beheaded during the World War II. This is the story of the century-old Dominican Hill Retreat House, formerly known as the Diplomat Hotel, one of the most notoriously haunted places in the Philippines. • Episode photos: instagram.com/p/B1UGNghnKj2 / References: storiesafterdark.home.blog / Facebook page: facebook.com/storiesafterdarkph / Twitter: twitter.com/afterdarkph / For feedback or story suggestions: storiesafterdarkph@gmail.com

Lacy and Lila discuss how Lacy manifested the ever-anticipated Forest Retreat House in Yosemite. Lacy shares the details of the reconstruction, where she found inspiration for the design, the materials she handpicks and the special amenities the Forest Retreat House has to offer. Listen to this episode to get all the deets on the launch of this magical NorCal home and to hear all about the self-led retreats that will be hosted.

Mike told us about the Retreat House, a wonderful place in the Essex countryside only a few miles north of Chelmsford. Here you can stay as an individual or on an organised retreat.

A lot of our community was wondering what the heck I was doing in LA for the last few days. So in Episode 14 of House Fur Happy Hour we discuss what a mastermind retreat is and what I gained from attending. I (luckily) was invited to join her year long Mastermind and with that comes the Phoenix Sisterhood Mastermind Retreats.The Phoenix Sisterhood Mastermind Retreat was curated and lead by Jamie and she cultivated a safe space where the creative women in my mastermind could come together to share + receive support for their talents, fears, strengths, weaknesses, struggles, wins, and lingering questions as creative business owners. Jamie’s efforts, hard work, and effort she put into our time together was exceptional! I am so thankful to have the support/guidance from Jamie and the other incredible gals I met IRL this weekend.I cannot wait to fully unleash the full potential of “myself,” grow my business, and reach the business-life balance I truly desire. LINKS:Jamie Jensen: http://thejamiejensen.comNadia Munla: http://nadiamunla.comJulie Solomon: https://www.juliesolomon.net

On November 8, 2017, Deacon Mike Beauvais interviewed Joseph Hamaty of the Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House in Dallas. The interview went in depth on the silent retreats that the house organizes. Joseph explained the immense spiritual growth retreaters have gained through these silent retreats. Go to www.montserratretreat.org to learn more, and consider growing deeper in your faith by attending one of these retreats. Enjoy the show, like RED-C Catholic Radio on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter at @REDCRadio. And remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!

Soul Wanderings Episode 40: Lyndzi Beck Lyndzi is a recovered alcoholic/addict, single mother, President on the Board of the Women’s Retreat House for Recovery, Family Counselor/ Pre-Planning Consultant at Leavitt’s Mortuary and a Reiki Master at Vibez ~Mind, Body, Spirit. Lyndzi has a passing for assisting others through service work and is a big believer in spreading love around like glitter. She’s an example of taking action and trusting spirit to guide her in her journey. Find us on: Facebook: SoulWanderings Instagram: soulwanderings111 Twitter: @soulwanderings Online: www.onlinevibez.com Email: soulwanderings111@gmail.com If you are interested in sharing your story, contact us!

Soul Wanderings Episode 40: Lyndzi BeckLyndzi is a recovered alcoholic/addict, single mother, President on the Board of the Women’s Retreat House for Recovery, Family Counselor/ Pre-Planning Consultant at Leavitt’s Mortuary and a Reiki Master at Vibez ~Mind, Body, Spirit. Lyndzi has a passing for assisting others through service work and is a big believer in spreading love around like glitter. She’s an example of taking action and trusting spirit to guide her in her journey.Find us on: * Facebook: SoulWanderings * Instagram: soulwanderings111 * Twitter: @soulwanderings * Online: www.onlinevibez.com * Email: soulwanderings111@gmail.comIf you are interested in sharing your story, contact us!

Our first guest is Shilo Murphy, executive director of the Peoples Harm Reduction Alliance to talk about drug user stigma.   Our second guest is Michelle Dunbar, executive director of St Jude Retreat House. St Jude's has the highest independently verified success rate of any addiction treatment center--no 12 steps, no disease model, and no B*llsh*t.

Melisande, officially dead, becomes the Lady Merrit, a widow in the Women's Retreat House, where Jessa and Ev are assigned to her care. Liandra, far away in the Eastlands, grieves for her, turning to her budding friendship with Maida for comfort. Keiran returns, which is both good and bad news for Gleve.

We meet Mother Peg, a Senior Healer of the Earth People, absolutely determined to find the lost secrets of the Dragon Priestesses before she dies, and two young servants in the Women's Retreat House, Jessa and Ev, friends despite their very different origins and dreams.