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Chanting in the Heart of Sophia


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November 10-13, 2016 

Hallelujah Farm in Chesterfield, NH
Please join us for a long weekend of chant, teaching, and contemplative practices to nourish the spiritual heart.  We will explore devotion to the Divine Feminine in the Jewish and Christian traditions, particularly under the guises of Sophia, or Wisdom; Mary, the Mother of Jesus; and Mary Magdalene. Particular attention will be given to insights from contemporary mystics Thomas Merton and Teilhard de Chardin.
 
Our time together will be held within a contemplative rhythm of silence, centering prayer, lectio divina, contemplative movement, and conscious, practical work. The practices will be accessible, essential and nourishing.  We will learn simple Wisdom chants that can be internalized and woven into our personal practice at home.
 
This is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your contemplative life within a community of support. People of all spiritual traditions (or none) are welcome. The only prerequisite is prior experience with or interest in silent prayer or meditation.

Retreat Leaders: The Reverend Matthew Wright with guides Kerstin Lipke and Laura Ruth


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The Reverend Matthew Wright, an Episcopal priest, has been working to bring forward the depth and brilliance of the Christian Wisdom tradition within the wider context of interspiritual dialogue. As a recognized teacher of Wisdom, Matthew’s presence and vast storehouse of knowledge express a vibrant and living connection with the tradition.
 
The retreat begins Thursday, November 10th at 6pm with a light supper and evening session and ends Sunday November 13th after lunch.
Cost: All are welcome at Hallelujah Farm. The suggested contribution for this 3-day retreat is $325, which includes the $50 deposit. However, we are grateful for your support in the amount you feel you can afford. Accommodations are in shared double rooms. Single rooms may be available upon request.
Venue: For more information about Hallelujah Farm go to www.hallelujahfarm.com.
Information & Registration: Contact Laura Ruth at laurampruth@gmail.com. A $50 deposit is required to reserve your place. Please mail to Laura Ruth at 17 North Bear Swamp Road, North Middlesex Vermont 05682.
     


      Retreat Location
        Hallelujah Farm
     In Chesterfield, NH