I received the below from a good friend (Britain’s Got Talent 2012 audition for Charlotte and Jonathan). I invite you to listen to the conversation and the music. It is like a parable, a cautionary tale, a huge truth. Notice Simon’s introductory comment printed on the screen: “Just when you think things couldn’t get any worse.” Note also the conversation between the adult Simon and the teenagers, Charlotte (16) and Jonathan (17).
After you listen I invite you to create a title, or to write a caption, for this happening. I am interested in what you learned. What thoughts and feelings came up for you as you listened? I am interested in what you come up with for a caption or title.
Consciousness, compassion, courage, commitment.
There are still spots left for the upcoming fall retreat – please read below!
Coming Home: A Fall Contemplative Retreat
In the tradition of the Iona Retreats founded by Marv and Nancy Hiles.
“The path of real life moves from one shelter to another. We are not drifters or homeless, but seekers, pilgrims, itinerants of a hidden impulse”
–All the Days of My Life by Marv and Nancy Hiles
Robert and Nina Close announce a very special contemplative retreat at the Santa Sabine Retreat Center where they have attended for many years. Inspired by the retreats led by Marv and Nancy Hiles, quoted often in the Soul Nuggets. This retreat will blend quiet time in a perfect location, deep community, chapel gatherings, art process with Debbie Ryon, and more – all centered around the theme of “Coming Home.” Throughout our lives, that longing to be at home – with ourselves, with others – manifests in many different ways, and has much to teach us. And amidst change and transition, a sense of “homeground” is vital and can show up in many ways.
We hope that you might feel led to join us at Santa Sabina Retreat Center. Here is the information for taking the next step:
Dates: Thursday, November 13th to Sunday, November 16, 2014
Location: Santa Sabina Retreat Center, San Rafael, CA
Cost: $485 for a single room / $425 per person for a double room.
Meals: All meals are included in the total cost.
Space for the retreat is limited and is limited to a first come, first serve basis.
Contact: Are you ready to register? Do you want to have more information? Please contact Nina Frost at: nhfrost at aol dot com or call: 347-546-4029.
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