The current issue of Shalom Calendar Fall 2011

Book Talk

Book Talk is led by Tim Nelson and Linda Jensen. There is no charge for lunch or the discussion. Book Talk is held 9:30 a.m. - noon on the following dates:

Saturday, February 18
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Saturday, March 17
New Seeds of Contemplation by Thomas Merton

Saturday, April 21
They Were Defeated by Rose Macaulay

Saturday, May 19
Bloodlands by Timothy Snyder

Saturday, June 16
The Magnificent Ambersons by Booth Tarrington

Taizé Prayer

7 - 8 p.m. in the Benedictine Sisters' Queen of Angels Chapel. All are welcome!

Sunday, February 19
Sunday, March 18
Sunday, April 15
Sunday, May 20

Dreams: The Language of the Soul
Dreams are stories told in image and language, at times incomprehensible to the dreamer. Listening to dreams in a group can help us pay attention to God's presence in image and word in our awakened life. Understanding our dreams can clarify our vision so as to live wisely and in grace.

Facilitator: Peggy McGurn, PhD. Offering spirituality and counseling resources for over 20 years, Peggy has conducted dream groups in the past as well as offering resources for meditation practices.

Come with your dreams to this Dream Group held on the following Saturdays:
February 18
March 17
April 14
10 a.m. - noon.
Minimum: 4 participants.

$20, deposit $10 per Saturday. Please bring one or two of your dreams. Newcomers are welcome! Buy lunch for $6.50 or bring your own lunch.
Register by calling 503 845-6773 or emailing shalom@mtangel.net.

February

Aging with Grace in a Universe of Wonder
Scientific discoveries in astronomy and micro physics substantially confirm the testimony of spiritual sages through the centuries that we live in a world of mystery, awe and surprise. Research indicates that many older people tend to be more holistically-oriented, enabling them to especially explore and appreciate the wonder of life. Building upon Journey of the Universe, the PBS video premiering in December 2011, this workshop describes resources available to enhance quality of life, purpose and joy in what may be the metaphor of the 21st Century.

Presenters: James D. Henry, MDiv is an ordained minister who has more than forty years experience in Christian education, career development, management and education. Linda S. Henry, BS has over twenty-five years of extensive health care education, communication and marketing experience with for profit and not-for-profit organizations in diverse settings.

Friday, February 10, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$45, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by February 8. Early Registration special: $30. Register by January 25.

Exploring Your Calling, Enriching Your Career: A Strengths-Based Approach
Today's turbulent work environment stresses the need for passionate exploration of spirituality as it applies to purposeful calling and career enrichment. Based upon positive exercises to identify personal strengths and interests, this workshop addresses "What is right for me?" and "Where am I willing to be led?," not only in today's work environment but also into the so-called "retirement" years.

Presenters: James D. Henry, MDiv is an ordained minister who has more than forty years experience in Christian education, career development, management and education. Linda S. Henry, BS has over twenty-five years of extensive health care education, communication and marketing experience with for profit and not-for-profit organizations in diverse settings.

Saturday, February 11, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$45, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by February 9. Early Registration special: $30. Register by January 26.

Praying with the Desert Mothers during Lent
The Desert Mothers were holy women, who lived in the deserts of the Middle East during the early days of Christianity and monasticism. We have been blessed with stories of their lives and some sayings. There will be short teachings and time to pray quietly with both Scripture and the words of the Desert Mothers. Because many of their messages called for conversion of heart, this is a good way to get ready for Lent.

Presenter: Sr. Jeanette von Herrmann, OSB.

Friday, February 17, 7 p.m.; Saturday, February 18, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$120, $25 deposit, includes Friday overnight accommodations, Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch. Start the retreat with Vespers at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:30p.m. Check in by 4:00 p.m.
$65 commuter fee, includes Saturday lunch.
Minimum: 8.
Register by February 14. Early Registration special: free overnight accommodations (value of $42). Only $83. Register by January 30.

March

Saint Therese of Lisieux: Her life and Spiritual Journey
The development of Therese's Little Way will be discussed through an in-depth look at her autobiography "The Story of a Soul." We will review Therese's life from early childhood to her early death at 24 from tuberculosis. We will discuss how Therese: struggled to define her vocation; developed her spirituality; and, encountered the silence of God and faced her night of faith. Finally, we will look at how Therese gave spiritual direction to missionaries.

Presenter: Dennis Rose has been a catechist and religious education presenter since 1970. He currently works in adult faith formation for two parishes in the Santiam Vicariate, and gives talks to adult groups on scripture and the life of Saint Therese. Dennis is a frequent visitor to Shalom, a graduate of its Spiritual Direction program, and participates monthly in its Book Talk.

Saturday, March 3, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$50, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by February 27. Early Registration special: $35. Register by February 20.

Meditation for Healing the Inner Child
A common experience during one's commitment to live holistically is to recognize the unhealthy states of being that cause problems personally and relationally. Such recognition can be a wake-up call with an accompanying grace from the Self. Among the more frequent expressions from this shadow arena of the psyche that do cause concern are Sadness and Anger.

This workshop will explore the relationship of these states as disconnection from our adult care of the Inner Child. Meditation practices will provide healing resources for continued re-parenting of one's Inner Child and a forthright relationship with Sadness and Anger. Additionally, healthy boundaries, detachment from learned roles, and the value of communication with one's shadow will be explored..

Friday, March 9, 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 10, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$125, $25 deposit, includes Friday overnight accommdations, Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch. Begin the retreat with Vespers at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:30 p.m. Check-in by 4:30 p.m. Friday.
Minimum: 8.
Register by March 1. Early Registration special: free overnight accommodations (value of $42). Only $83. Register by February 20.

Guests of Divine Hospitality in a World of God's Creation
A Day of Reflection with a focus on justice as an essential of Christian spirituality and mission.

Join us for a day of reflection on Jesus' mission, the multiple hungers of God's creatures, and how we and our communities, following Jesus, might satisfy them, while developing balance in our own spirituality. This day is offered for all interested Christians. Members of parish justice and peace committees should find the sessions helpful to their ministry.

Presenter: Fr. Bob Krueger, retired pastor of St. Andrew Parish, Portland, Oregon. Fr. Bob will be assisted by Steve and Florence Balog.

Saturday, March 24, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$50, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by March 15. Early Registration special: $35. Register by March 1.

April

Holy Week
You are welcome to come for a private retreat during all or part of Holy Week. There will be abundant time for silence, reflection, and joining the monastic community for the Liturgy of the Hours and the Paschal Triduum liturgies. Come for all or part of the week. Register by March 28.

Sunday, April 1 - Sunday, April 8.
$50 per day includes your room and meals.
Register by March 28.

See and Listen with the Ear of Your Heart - Lectio with Icons
Icons are a form of the Holy Word of God. One way of praying before Icons is similar to Lectio Divina [Holy Reading of Scripture]. There will be short teachings and time to pray with various Icons in the silence and quiet of Shalom Prayer Center and the Monastery chapel. Please bring your bibles and your favorite Icon if you have one.

Presenter: Sr. Jeanette von Herrmann, OSB.

Friday, April 20, 7 p.m.; Saturday, April 21, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$125, $25 deposit; includes Friday overnight accommodations, Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch. Begin the retreat with Vespers at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:30 p.m. Check in by 4:00 p.m.
Commuter fee: $65.
Minimum: 8.
Register by April 19. Early Registration special: free overnight accommodations (value of $42). Only $83. Register by April 1.

May

The Mystical Teilhard
Many are aware of the scientific contributions of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, SJ. Fewer are aware of Teilhard as a mystic. This day retreat will look at the following themes:

1: The Man and His Message.
2: Teilhard and the Cosmic Christ.
3. Teilhard as a Eucharistic Mystic.

Saturday, May 5, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$50, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by May 3. Early Registration special: $35. Register by April 25.

Making a Labyrinth
Making and Walking the Spiral labyrinth. Learn to make a simple, easily-portable spiral labyrinth out of rope, then use poetic verses on the themes of Creation and the Path as inspiration while walking this mantra-like path. The retreat closes in a gathering of quiet prayer.

Presenter: Margaret D. McGee, author of Haiku: The Sacred Art, and Sacred Attention: A Spiritual Practice for Finding God in the Moment, has been a maker and lover of labyrinths for many years. An experienced retreat and workshop leader, Margaret specializes in programs that combine creativity and contemplation.

Saturday, May 12, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
$50, $25 deposit; bring a lunch or buy lunch for $6.50.
Minimum: 8.
Register by May 10. Early Registration special: $35. Register by April 20.

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