What's "yours" to do? Spiritual Discernment and Way of the Spirit 2020

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Way of the Spirit

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Spiritual Discernment

Dear <<First Name>>,

What is "yours" to do? Your uniquely faithful response begins with spiritual discernment—making choices with God, and all the process and practices that support Spirit-centered decisions. Many hope for it, seek it, pray for it, and even try varied techniques. But your inner experience of the Divine in discernment is far beyond techniques.

Please read the exciting new possibilities for your discernment with Way of the Spirit below. Apply now or forward this message to someone who may wish to join us in 2020.

In hope and gratitude,
Chris Hall, director Way of the Spirit

Quaker Wisdom for All

Quakers for three and a half centuries have offered helpful language for the vast inner landscape of spiritual discernment. They talk of leadings, nudges, or being drawn by the Holy in ways that offer practical direction to individuals and groups.

Way of the Spirit welcomes sincere seekers from varied faith communities or without affiliation. We are enriched by the gifts of the Quaker heritage even as Quakers are nourished by other perspectives.

Our experiential exploration of discernment includes Ignatius of Loyola, the desert monastics, and the insights of contemporary authors on Centering Prayer.

Free Online Inquiry Sessions

Saturday, Nov 23th 10-11am Click to RSVP
Wednesday, Dec 4th 7-8pm Click to RSVP

Distance Learning – NEW for 2020

8 online sessions, Saturdays 9:00am -12:30pm Pacific
Beginning January 11, 2020, through June 2021
2 residential retreats: April 2-4, Aug 6-9, 2020, Mt. Angel, OR

or the Residential Retreat Cycle

The ninth year of transformational on-the-ground retreats
Module One: Spiritual Discernment, February 6-9, 2020
Mt. Angel, Oregon

We are reaching beyond Washington and Oregon to offer the same Way of the Spirit program content across the miles using Zoom video conferencing. Choose the Way of the Spirit option that fits your needs. Application deadline 12/31/19.

Apply Today

Way of the Spirit begins with spiritual discernment, but we’re never done with it. We deepen and strengthen discernment over eighteen months. You can:

Grow in awareness of the Presence and guidance of God within.
Revitalize a relationship with the Divine through varieties of prayer.
Receive supportive, affirming spiritual accompaniment from other participants and program staff.
Recognize unique giftedness to help build Beloved Community.
Ground and energize efforts in service or activism.
Build courageous trust for resilience over the long haul.

Our gently guided, practical approach includes retreats, readings, teaching, and spiritual practices. Class groups access private online community for mutual support.