.Nature Retreat 2018
August 19-24, 2018
The Gospel of Creation
Blessed be you, universal matter, immeasurable time, boundless ether . . . you who by overflowing and dissolving our narrow standards of measurement reveal to us the dimensions of God. (Pierre Teilhard de Chardin)
Come away and rest awhile. Allow yourself the spaciousness to experience healing and refreshment. Take walks in quiet solitude or with friends amidst the fragrant pines. Join in fruitful conversation. Soak in the good news of creation in the midst of the beauty of the mountains, flowing waters and the community of Pyramid Life Center.
We will explore creation as gift and reality that illuminates love and calls us into communion. Come explore the mystery of the Universe. Discern the countless ways of being in relationship with all of creation. Consider, too, the ways we miss and disregard the Gospel of Creation. Take time to pray about your personal relationship with nature and to explore what kind of participation God calls us to – individually and communally – in light of the sacred beauty of life and all of creation and in light of the urgent need to care for our common home.
RETREAT GUIDES:
Carol Davis, OP, MA, Counselor Emeritus is a Dominican Sister of Peace, dreamer, counselor, spiritual advisor and retreat leader.
Ted Miles is the executive director for Maryknoll Lay Missioners. He has worked in the Catholic Church throughout his adult life, serving nationally and internationally in Catholic youth ministry, education, and social ministry. His passion for gospel mission led him to Maryknoll in 2017.
Dr. Harry Owens spent many years in family medical practice. Harry continues to do health care work in the Alaskan Arctic and overseas in remote Third World countries.
Rev. Tom Zelker is pastor at Immaculate Conception Parish in Hoosick Falls. He has a rich background in forestry.
Claudia Gregoire is a nature photographer who combines her love of photography with Scripture, prayer, music and nature quotes.
RETREAT COST: $250.
Pyramid Life Center, Box 103, Paradox, NY 12858
For more information and to register online, visit http://pyramidlife.org
CONTACT: Monica Murphy, CSJ: monicaplc@aol.com (September to late June)
Telephone 518-585-7545 (late June to early September)
Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, Niskayuna, NY 518-393-4169 email: dslcny@nybiz.rr.com
Dominican Retreat
and Conference Center
Retreats and Workshops
with Carol Davis, OP
Dream Group
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The Ongoing Dream Group with Sister Carol is flourishing and welcomes new members. Meets monthly at Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, Monday 7 – 9 PM. $25/class.
To register contact: CarolDavisOP@gmail.com (518) 393 – 5517
2018 Dates
Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3