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Lazarus (Zoom) April 9, 2022

April 9, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

In the Eastern Church, the Saturday before Palm Sunday is Lazarus Saturday. Not included in the 40 days of Lent or Holy Week, it is a transitional or “hinge” day, a joyful prelude to the difficult week to follow. Using John 11 and the traditional Russian Icon of the Raising of Lazarus, we shall go to Bethany with Jesus, meet his friends Mary and Martha, hear Him call Lazarus from all that would bind him and begin His own journey to death and resurrection. To paraphrase Jesus’ invitation at the outset of John’s gospel: “Come and see.”

Retreat Director: Bonnie Thurston, Ph.D. 

After years as an academic, Bonnie Thurston resigned a Chair and Professorship in New Testament to live quietly in her home state of WV. She is author or editor of 24 theological books, has published six collections of poetry, contributes to scholarly and popular periodicals, and frequently offers retreats. Internationally known as a Merton Scholar, her doctoral dissertation was one of the first on Thomas Merton. Bonnie is an avid reader, gardener, cook and classical music lover.

Fee: $50.00

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  • Centering Prayer is a form of Christian prayer rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition. Its purpose is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer. This time of pandemic has led many to seek to deepen their relationship with God through this wordless prayer of contemplation. This weekend retreat is designed for those new to Centering Prayer. The participants will keep silence for the weekend, but there will be opportunities for questions and discussion about the practice. To register, please select ONE of the following options.

  • Explore the life and gifts of Hildegard of Bingen, a Benedictine visionary, artist, composer, and physician who lived in the 1100s. This retreat will include reflection on many of her visions, using her remarkable paintings and writings. We will also ponder some of her suggestions for living a deeper spiritual life, as well as enjoy music she composed for liturgical prayer. There will be time for personal reflection and some group sharing.

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Details

Date:
April 9, 2022
Time:
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Venue

Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center
916 Convent Rd., NE
Cullman, AL 35055 United States + Google Map
Phone:
(256)734-8302
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