Exploring the Enneagram
Friday, October 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pm: In-person round table discussion/introduction/
refresher on the Enneagram
Saturday, October 28, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Workshop
Facilitator: Kris Portinga
Donation: $50
Not "just another personality test", the Enneagram is a valuable tool for discovering our motivations, unique gifts and challenges. It's an engaging road-map leading us to greater self-awareness and growth. Let's deepen our understanding of the nine types using examples from popular culture: music, visual images, and literature. Regardless of how well you already know this tool (beginners are welcome) join us for a lively discussion of discovery and sharing! Please note this workshop is being offered as an inperson event only.
Bio: Kris has been an Enneagram enthusiast since first learning about it more than two decades ago. Over the years, she's found that the Enneagram invites us to greater insight of our deeper selves, understanding others, and forming compassionate community. She has led a variety of workshops and retreats and is a graduate of "Full Circle Enneagram Training". As a spiritual director, retired RN, and new grandmother, she lives with her husband on a small farm in Welch, Minnesota.
Please register here.
Note: If you prefer to pay by cash or check in person, please register by emailing Kelly here.
Friday, October 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pm: In-person round table discussion/introduction/
refresher on the Enneagram
Saturday, October 28, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Workshop
Facilitator: Kris Portinga
Donation: $50
Not "just another personality test", the Enneagram is a valuable tool for discovering our motivations, unique gifts and challenges. It's an engaging road-map leading us to greater self-awareness and growth. Let's deepen our understanding of the nine types using examples from popular culture: music, visual images, and literature. Regardless of how well you already know this tool (beginners are welcome) join us for a lively discussion of discovery and sharing! Please note this workshop is being offered as an inperson event only.
Bio: Kris has been an Enneagram enthusiast since first learning about it more than two decades ago. Over the years, she's found that the Enneagram invites us to greater insight of our deeper selves, understanding others, and forming compassionate community. She has led a variety of workshops and retreats and is a graduate of "Full Circle Enneagram Training". As a spiritual director, retired RN, and new grandmother, she lives with her husband on a small farm in Welch, Minnesota.
Please register here.
Note: If you prefer to pay by cash or check in person, please register by emailing Kelly here.
Busy Person’s Retreat
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Donation: $50
A “Busy Person’s Retreat” is a time of focused prayer and companion journeying. This Online Busy Person’s Retreat gives the participant an opportunity to make a retreat in the midst of a daily, busy routine of life, using a daily suggested scripture passage, some written reflections and other optional resources (i.e. videos, audio scriptures, and messages to one of our spiritual companions). This retreat will help you learn how to make time for prayer and meditation even in the midst of a regular busy schedule. Please note that this retreat may be done at any time OR join others on this Busy Person's Retreat the week of September 25 - 29 and have the opportunity for daily community prayer/contemplation via Zoom.
Click here to learn more about the Busy Person's Retreat.
Please register here.
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Donation: $50
A “Busy Person’s Retreat” is a time of focused prayer and companion journeying. This Online Busy Person’s Retreat gives the participant an opportunity to make a retreat in the midst of a daily, busy routine of life, using a daily suggested scripture passage, some written reflections and other optional resources (i.e. videos, audio scriptures, and messages to one of our spiritual companions). This retreat will help you learn how to make time for prayer and meditation even in the midst of a regular busy schedule. Please note that this retreat may be done at any time OR join others on this Busy Person's Retreat the week of September 25 - 29 and have the opportunity for daily community prayer/contemplation via Zoom.
Click here to learn more about the Busy Person's Retreat.
Please register here.
Awareness in Action
Time: 2nd Monday's of the month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Facilitator: Varies
Donation: Varies (see selections below)
Awareness in Action highlights topics, issues and events to bring awareness to things that are happening every day in the world around us. The evenings will begin with a basic introduction/discussion of the topic and include some sort activity to empower action. Our hope is to ignite each participant with a feeling of awareness and empowerment.
Topics include:
October 9: Animals: their spiritual significance and how we can be good stewards of God’s creation.
November 13: November is Native American Heritage month. Join us as we explore things we may not know about Native American Experience/Heritage.
December 11: Blue Christmas Cheer: Why are some of us SAD during the holiday seasons? Sad in terms of "Blue" and SAD in terms of Seasonal Affective Disorder? We will explore this as we work on an art project aimed at bringing some happiness and cheer to those who may not be so happy during this festive season.
Time: 2nd Monday's of the month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Facilitator: Varies
Donation: Varies (see selections below)
Awareness in Action highlights topics, issues and events to bring awareness to things that are happening every day in the world around us. The evenings will begin with a basic introduction/discussion of the topic and include some sort activity to empower action. Our hope is to ignite each participant with a feeling of awareness and empowerment.
Topics include:
October 9: Animals: their spiritual significance and how we can be good stewards of God’s creation.
November 13: November is Native American Heritage month. Join us as we explore things we may not know about Native American Experience/Heritage.
December 11: Blue Christmas Cheer: Why are some of us SAD during the holiday seasons? Sad in terms of "Blue" and SAD in terms of Seasonal Affective Disorder? We will explore this as we work on an art project aimed at bringing some happiness and cheer to those who may not be so happy during this festive season.
Drumming Circle
Third Wednesdays
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Hand drumming is an ancient art used in many cultures. The music of drums creates a conduit to the Divine. Drumming is an opportunity to experience worship with our bodies as well as our minds. Join us for this monthly evening of drumming and discover inner strength and encouragement by those sharing the experience. Bring a drum of your own or use one of ours. No experience is necessary. All are welcome!
Please register here.
Note: If you prefer to pay by cash or check in person, please register by emailing Kelly here.
Third Wednesdays
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Hand drumming is an ancient art used in many cultures. The music of drums creates a conduit to the Divine. Drumming is an opportunity to experience worship with our bodies as well as our minds. Join us for this monthly evening of drumming and discover inner strength and encouragement by those sharing the experience. Bring a drum of your own or use one of ours. No experience is necessary. All are welcome!
Please register here.
Note: If you prefer to pay by cash or check in person, please register by emailing Kelly here.
Sacred Circle: Contemplative Space for Deep Thinkers and Feelers (via Zoom)
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Suggested donation: $25 for 8 sessions
Sacred Circle is for anyone desiring a deeper awareness of themselves and God, the opportunity to explore their own inner territory, and dialogue with other seekers. Through contemplative dialogue, Sacred Circle provides sacred space for compassionate listening, both to our inner selves and to others, in a way that restores our sense of self and God. Each session begins with a contemplative practice before reflecting and exploring a sacred writing.
Please register here.
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Suggested donation: $25 for 8 sessions
Sacred Circle is for anyone desiring a deeper awareness of themselves and God, the opportunity to explore their own inner territory, and dialogue with other seekers. Through contemplative dialogue, Sacred Circle provides sacred space for compassionate listening, both to our inner selves and to others, in a way that restores our sense of self and God. Each session begins with a contemplative practice before reflecting and exploring a sacred writing.
Please register here.
The Journey from Grief to Healing
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3 sessions:
Postponed until January 6:00 - 7:30 pm Facilitator: Kelly Lemens Suggested Donation: $25 |
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Grief can be complicated and challenging and impacts everyone regardless of age, health, or background. Many folks are not comfortable talking about grief, which can result in a very lonely journey for those experiencing loss. The Journey from Grief to Healing is a workshop to offer support and encouragement for those who have experienced loss. Being with others experiencing grief enables us to share our stories and feelings in a safe, compassionate space. With the help of a trained facilitator, we will be guided through interactive sessions, given education materials to increase one’s knowledge of the grieving process and provided with tools and resources for support along the way.
Spiritual Resource Library
Available during center hours
Our library features a variety of books, cd's and dvd's on a wide variety of topics, available to check out, to foster personal and spiritual well being. We also have a well-lit library space with comfortable seating that offers the peace and solitude for readers to dive into whatever books they wish to explore while they visit.
Available during center hours
Our library features a variety of books, cd's and dvd's on a wide variety of topics, available to check out, to foster personal and spiritual well being. We also have a well-lit library space with comfortable seating that offers the peace and solitude for readers to dive into whatever books they wish to explore while they visit.
Healing Hands
By appointment
Facilitator: Maria Giordano, HCT
Investment: $55 for a one-hour session
Hands on healing is a complementary healing technique for stress-reduction and relaxation to improve health and well-being. Hands on healing combines deep breathing, meditation, and light touch to bring balance to your body, mind, and spirit. Benefits include: releases stress and pain, calms anxiety and depression, enhances the immune system, improves sleep patterns, and maintains health. Contact Maria at mariag@healinghandsenergy.com to book an appointment.
By appointment
Facilitator: Maria Giordano, HCT
Investment: $55 for a one-hour session
Hands on healing is a complementary healing technique for stress-reduction and relaxation to improve health and well-being. Hands on healing combines deep breathing, meditation, and light touch to bring balance to your body, mind, and spirit. Benefits include: releases stress and pain, calms anxiety and depression, enhances the immune system, improves sleep patterns, and maintains health. Contact Maria at mariag@healinghandsenergy.com to book an appointment.
Day of Solitude
Based upon availability
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Donation: $35, includes optional spiritual companioning session and simple meal
Yearning for a day to unplug and pause from the demands of life? You are invited to spend a day of solitude at the Center where you are given permission to simply BE. Solitude offers a place to listen to and rest in God. Choose a day that works for you. Begin and end the day with prayer and a Spiritual Companion. You will be offered a private, comfortable room and a simple meal. Options include attending Daily Prayer, using our art supplies, enjoying a walk along the nearby walking trail or lakefront, and meeting with Kelly Lemens, Spiritual Companion, if you wish.
Click here to register
Based upon availability
Facilitator: Kelly Lemens
Donation: $35, includes optional spiritual companioning session and simple meal
Yearning for a day to unplug and pause from the demands of life? You are invited to spend a day of solitude at the Center where you are given permission to simply BE. Solitude offers a place to listen to and rest in God. Choose a day that works for you. Begin and end the day with prayer and a Spiritual Companion. You will be offered a private, comfortable room and a simple meal. Options include attending Daily Prayer, using our art supplies, enjoying a walk along the nearby walking trail or lakefront, and meeting with Kelly Lemens, Spiritual Companion, if you wish.
Click here to register
Spiritual Companioning for Those Dealing with Addiction
There is spiritual help and support for those dealing with addiction themselves and/or their family members. Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, and other 12 step programs are a means of dealing with a physical, emotional and spiritual disease. Yet, sometimes more space is needed to tend to the soul, to healing, to exploring spiritual choices. Sponsorship is vital in working a recovery program, yet a trained spiritual guide may be what you are looking for. A Place To Be would like to provide that sacred circle for both individual and small group sharing and listening. A companion will journey with you to investigate and navigate your spiritual path. Spiritual Companion Ruth Hoenick has a solid understanding of the impacts of alcoholism and addiction and welcomes you to join her. For more information, email Ruth directly at 1raheducate@gmail.com or connect over LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-a-huige-hoenick-28422a11/ .
There is spiritual help and support for those dealing with addiction themselves and/or their family members. Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, and other 12 step programs are a means of dealing with a physical, emotional and spiritual disease. Yet, sometimes more space is needed to tend to the soul, to healing, to exploring spiritual choices. Sponsorship is vital in working a recovery program, yet a trained spiritual guide may be what you are looking for. A Place To Be would like to provide that sacred circle for both individual and small group sharing and listening. A companion will journey with you to investigate and navigate your spiritual path. Spiritual Companion Ruth Hoenick has a solid understanding of the impacts of alcoholism and addiction and welcomes you to join her. For more information, email Ruth directly at 1raheducate@gmail.com or connect over LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-a-huige-hoenick-28422a11/ .