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NOVEMBER’s Meandering

The Carriage House Inn – Charles Town, WV Unoffendable by Brant Hansen The Life We’re Looking For by Andy Crouch Escaping Enemy Mode by Jim Wilder and Ray Woolridge Mouth Tape

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October 2024 – Meander

Spiritual Direction Information Listening Lab – Online November 14, 2024 Timothy Keller Autobiography by Collin Hansen All My Knotted Up Life: A Memoir – audible link Revenge of the Tipping Point – Malcomb Gladwell Paint by Sticker Books

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Mary’s Meanderings

Revisionist History Podcast Collagen Powder The Person Called You book Suncatcher -Happy Things Mary’s Spiritual Direction Page

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Why Silence?

As we sat at the breakfast table on the last day of our eight-day silent retreat, the silence was now broken, and we had the opportunity to connect with each other before leaving. One of my fellow retreatants asked those of us sitting at the table, What’s the theory behind silence? She was self-admittingly brand new to this idea, and it was such a heartfelt and honest question. One person explained that silence allowed one to hear…

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Listen, Listen Some More, Maybe Speak

Many of you are aware that I’ve been pursuing my education. I’m nearing the completion of a certificate in spiritual direction this month. The question I’ve encountered most frequently is, “What exactly is spiritual direction?” It’s a genuine question, understandable given the somewhat authoritative sound of the term “director.” As I began offering spiritual direction, I noticed a common misconception among those pursuing spiritual direction. They often expected answers from me, whereas my role primarily…

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Sabbatical Meanderings

Need a refresher or some help on rest, check out this blog post Being Here: Prayers for Curiosity, Justice, and Love by Padraig O Tuama The Word in the Wilderness by Malcomb Guite Circle of Grace: A Book of Blessings for the Seasons by Jan Richardson

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