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1 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 1 C O N T E M P L A T I V E P R O G R A M S / R E T R E A T S SABBATH SPACE F O R C L E R G Y A N D O T H E R M I N I S T R Y L E A D E R S A N D C A R E G I V E R S at FernRock Retreat with John and Sandy Drescher-Lehman Retreat Description: To provide a contemplative context for those who care for the spiritual needs of others, to grow spiritually and to enhance their ministries in the practice of spiritual formation, through the study of literature, the experience of group spiritual direction, reflection, and participation in spiritual practices. Sharing the impact of how our stories intersect with the stories we hear and experience with those we care for, will be an option. Retreat Goals and Objectives: Goals: (overall purpose) These retreat days (a) provide rest and reflection away from the ministry of leadership and caregiving, (b) encourage personal spiritual growth, and (c) increase awareness and understanding of the art and ministry of spiritual guidance in the church or ministry setting. Objectives (more specific goals): To have participants 1. Enhance their own spiritual journey in a contemplative setting 2. Grow in understanding of the ways of God in human experience 3. Embrace a rhythm of self-care, ministry and the rest of life 4. Become aware of the literature on observing Sabbath and spiritual companioning. 5. Understand how the practice of personal spiritual formation affects your role as spiritual guide in the life of the congregation or ministry setting 6. Develop a rule of life - a plan for how you will continue to nurture your relationship with God Individual Commitments 1. Have a rule for the practice of spiritual disciplines 2. Meet with a spiritual director outside of class 3. Participate regularly in the monthly class sessions 4. Engage in your chosen prayer practices for this year of spiritual growth 5. Write a monthly reflection (few paragraphs) to be submitted to the instructor and retreat participants (via ) one week prior to the upcoming class session. This paper can include: (a) insights from reading or practice, (b) issues or questions arising from your readings and practice, (c) theological reflection, and/or (d) questions you have about spiritual companioning in your setting.

2 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 2 Required Text Calhoun, Adele Ahlberg, Spiritual Disciplines Handbook, IVP, 2005 Especially Pertinent Resources Baab, Lynne M. Sabbath Keeping: Finding Freedoms in the Rhythms of Rest. InterVarsity Press, Bourgeault, Cynthia. Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening. Cowley Publications, Clymer, Donald and Clymer Landis, Sharon. The Spacious Heart: Room For Spiritual Awakening. Herald Press, D'Arcy, Paula & Rohr, Richard O.F.M., A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life (CD set St. AnthonyMessenger Press Available--Kairos Office and Sharon Kraybill. Dawn, Marva J. Keeping the Sabbath Wholly: Ceasing, Resting, Embracing, Feasting. Eerdmans, Michael, Chester P. and Marie C. Norrisey, Prayer and Temperament; Different Prayer Forms for Different Personality Types. The Open Door, Inc Muller, Wayne. Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in our Busy Lives. Banton Books, Haley Barton, Ruth. Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry, IVP Books, Taylor, Barbara Brown. Learning to Walk in the Dark. HarperOne, Yamasaki, April. Sacred Pauses: Spiritual Practices for Personal Renewal. Herald Press, Additional Resources (optional) Augsburger, David. Dissident Discipleship: A Spirituality of Self-Surrender, Love, of God, and Love of Neighbor, BrazosPress, Bakke, Jeannette. Holy Invitations. Baker Books, Conroy R.S.M., Maureen. The Discerning Heart: Discovering a Personal God. Loyola University Press, Demarest, Bruce Dr. Soul Guide Following Jesus As Spiritual Director. Navpress, Dyckman, Katherine Marie & L. Patrick Carroll. Inviting the Mystic, Supporting the Prophet: An Introduction to Spiritual Direction. Paulist Press, Johnson, Ben Campbell. Speaking of God: Evangelism as Initial Spiritual Guidance. Westminster/John Knox, Jones, Alan. Exploring Spiritual Direction: An Essay on Spiritual Friendship. Seabury Press, Kelsey, Morton. Companions On the Inner Way. Crossroad, Liebert, Elizabeth. The Way of Discernment: Spiritual Practices for Decision Making. Westminster John Knox Press, May, Gerald. The Awakened Heart: Opening Yourself to the Love You Need. HarperSanFrancisco, Norris, Kathleen. Acedia & Me: A Marriage, Monks, and A Writer s Life. Riverhead Books, O Donohue, John. To Bless the Space Between Us: A Book of Blessings. Doubleday, 2008.

3 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 3 Peterson, Eugene. The Contemplative Pastor: Returning to the Art of Spiritual Direction. Eerdmans. Richardson, Ronald W. Becoming a Healthier Pastor: Family systems Theory and the Pastor s Own Family, Fortress Press, Rohr, Richard. Immortal Diamond: Searching For Our True Self. Jossey-Bass, Rupp, Joyce. The Open Door: A Journey to the True Self. Sorin Books, Vest, Norvene. Still Listening : New Horizons in Spiritual Direction. Morehouse Publishing, Yungblut, John R. The Gentle Art of Spiritual Guidance. Continuum Publishing, Schedule and Topics (Meeting the 3rd Thursday of each month) Thursday, October 20, :00 Gathering: Introductions and getting acquainted/how do you come? 9:30 Introduction and practice of Centering Prayer 10:00 Group sharing on familiar ways to pray and exploring new ways 10:30 Personal time of solitude 11:30 Exploring various prayer practices and choosing the ones you will use this year What grace have you experienced today? What is your take-away from the day? Thursday, November 17, :30 Introduction and practice of Lectio Divina 11:00 Group sharing of our Call to Ministry stories Saturday, December 3, 2016 (Optional) 9:00 All school Advent Day at the Jesuit Center, Wernersville, PA Thursday, December 15, :30 Centering Prayer

4 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 4 Thursday, January 19, :30 Lectio Divina 11:00 Sharing from silence and practices Thursday, February 16, :30 Centering Prayer 11:00 Sharing from silence and practices Thursday, March :30 Lectio Divina Thursday, April 20, :30 Centering Prayer

5 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 5 Thursday, May 18, :30 Lectio Divina 1:30 Group sharing from our Rule of Life of the Year About the Faculty John and Sandy Drescher-Lehman: John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Spiritual Director, with his practice on the premises at FernRock Retreat. He s also a photographer and the artist who s working with the Creator to build the sacred spaces for contemplation on the grounds. Sandy is a Pastor, Social Worker, Writer and Spiritual Director who becomes energized by being with people. She loves to use colors and symbols to help build a deeper awareness of God and uses those gifts to help create the sacred spaces for contemplation on the FernRock grounds. Retreat Location FernRock Retreat ( Twin Lows Road, Green Lane, PA (Between Souderton and Quakertown, PA FernRock Retreat is a beautiful and sacred place in the woods of Bucks County, PA. It s a place to slow down to the speed of wisdom, silence and solitude, where contemplative spirituality can be practiced by those who desire to set aside quiet time to be loved and healed by our Creator. The 15 acres of woods, rocks, ferns and water offer many ways to pray, including a prayer labyrinth, a guided walking path through the woods with a variety of Prayer Centers, a row boat, kayaks, a tree house, domestic and wild life, trees, and of course, an abundance of ferns and rocks and wildlife.

6 Sabbath Space Prospectus Page 6 Cost and Payment Schedule The cost is based on eight Thursday retreats: October 20, November 17, December 15, January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20, and May 18. Please note that we will not be able to offer a refund for any missed retreat, nor will the retreat be transferable to another person. Non-refundable Application Fee: $75 Due with application Total Cost of Tuition $875 Payment Schedule $295 Due September 1, 2016 $290 Due December 1, 2016 $290 Due March 1, 2017 Optional Add-ons See or call for more details $75 Advent Guided Retreat Day December 3, 2016 at the Jesuit Center, Wernersville, PA $275 March All School Silent Retreat Weekend March 3-4, 2016 at the Jesuit Center, Wernersville, PA Scholarships / Grants Financial aid is available on a very limited basis. Applicants are encouraged to seek other sources of funding from their local church or religious affiliations. Scholarships are awarded based on available funds and are limited to $500. Contact Mary Kay Alpaugh, Interim Director, at director@kairosjourney.org for more information Lincoln Highway East #13 Lancaster PA office@kairosjourney.org