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SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography Group
DESCRIPTION:Online gathering. All are welcome. Fill out the registration form to be added to the email announcements. Check the link for more information about the gathering. \n  \nContemplative Photography RegistrationPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Submit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/contemplative-photography-group-2/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography group
DESCRIPTION:Online gathering. All are welcome. Fill out the registration form to be added to the email announcements. Check the link for more information about the gathering. \n  \nContemplative Photography RegistrationPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Submit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/contemplative-photography-group/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220103
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20211014T153620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T223725Z
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SUMMARY:Hermitage closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-closed-4/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211204T153000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
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SUMMARY:Making God Alive - An Advent Quiet Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Quilt by Harriet Powers\, an enslaved woman (1895-1898\nAnnalena Tonelli\, a woman who served the desert nomads of northern Kenya dying of tuberculosis penned the following words: \nThe poor are waiting for us. The ways of service are infinite and left to the imagination. Let us not wait to be instructed in how to serve. We invent and we live the new heavens and the new earth each day of our lives.…We are the visible sign of [God’s] presence and we make [God] alive in this infernal world where it seems that [God] is not. We make [God] alive each time we stop next to a wounded person. \nfrom Rachel Pieh Jones – Stronger than Death: How Annalena Tonelli Defied Terror and Tuberculosis in the Horn of Africa. \nWe are facing all kinds of cultural transitions we feel unready to embrace. We are afraid. We are uncertain. We are wounded. We are grieving. We want to know that God is alive and at work among us. We need to make God alive by our presence in the world. \nJoin us for an Advent Quiet Day retreat on December 4 from 9-3:30. We will be reflecting on this theme of “Making God Alive.” \nLeader: Naomi Wenger\nSuggested Donation: $75\, includes lunch. Payable the day of the retreat by cash\, check or credit card in Hermitage office. \nRegister by: December 1 \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Any dietary restrictions?Submit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/advent-retreat-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211129
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210927T181505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T153312Z
UID:2039-1637452800-1638143999@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Hermitage closed
DESCRIPTION:Happy Thanksgiving
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-closed-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211027
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20211014T153436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T153436Z
UID:2044-1635120000-1635292799@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Hermitage closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-closed-3/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210911T153000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210630T185045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T171851Z
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SUMMARY:Witness - Grief\, Trauma\, and Transition: Quiet day of reflection
DESCRIPTION:Recently\, I heard the phrase\, “grief is in season.”I believe it captures the essence of these days. We have all been experiencing loss in some way. For some\, the loss is of relationships or wellness\, or even the life of a loved one. For others it is the uncovering of hidden trauma\, held in the body\, perhaps for generations. And all of us are going through transition due to the social upheaval of pandemic. What kind of people are we? What kind of person am I becoming? These questions have moved out of our private musings and into our everyday conversations. \nOn Saturday\, September 11\, 2021\, Naomi Wenger will be facilitating a Quiet Day from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm to bear witness together to our griefs\, acknowledge our trauma and support one another in our transitions. \nJoin her at The Hermitage Community in Three Rivers\, Michigan for a quiet day of witness and reflection. There will be ample personal reflection time and communal rituals as we share the day together. \nLunch is included in the retreat; please mention any dietary restrictions at the time of registration. \nSuggested Donation:  $50-75; we gratefully receive whatever you are able to give for this Quiet Day.  \nThis retreat is offered in collaboration with the Sister Barbara Anne Hallman\, OSF\, Memorial Fund\n \nThis retreat is currently full. Feel free to use the form to be put on a waiting list. \nRegister for event: use form or email contact@hermitagecommunity.org\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Any dietary restrictions? (We serve vegetarian fare.)Payment can be made online or we can receive cash or check on the day of the retreat. Submit  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/witness-grief-trauma-and-transition-quiet-day-of-reflection/
LOCATION:The Hermitage\, 11321 Dutch Settlement Rd\, Three RIvers\, MI\, 49093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210807T153000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210612T205524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210722T183747Z
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SUMMARY:Feast of the Transfiguration - Celebrating the Ministry of David and Naomi Wenger
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor David and Naomi Wenger as they conclude their 20 years of ministry at The Hermitage. Bring a story\, a poem\, a memory to thank them for their faithful service. \nWe will be walking the Hermitage land during the day and walking shoes are advised. We will be enjoying the traditional mid-day potluck feast—please bring food to share. \nSchedule \n 9 am–Morning Prayer \n9:30—Blessing the Land \n10:45—Retreat: Calling \n11:30—Silent Reflection \n12:30 pm– Midday Meal \n1:30—Honoring\, Recommissioning David and Naomi Wenger \n3:00—Eucharist; Waykeepers Committing \n3:30—Closing Blessing \nQuestions\, suggestions? Email June at June@hermitagecommunity.org
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/feast-of-the-transfiguration-celebrating-the-ministry-of-david-and-naomi-wenger/
LOCATION:Chapel of the Transfiguration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210514T150000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210303T151053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T000600Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED Ora et Labora - Prayer and Work retreat
DESCRIPTION:Ora et Labora retreat\nExplore a week of attentive prayer and work. \nThe retreat will be an immersive experience of the Benedictine practices of work and prayer. Each day will include times of gathered prayer\, common work\, reading\, and reflection. What happens to us and to our awareness of God when we enter into the rhythms and practices of these days? How might this experience influence the way we shape our days? \nWe will look to the Rule of Benedict and the writings of Brother Lawrence\, and each other to help guide our thoughts about these practices of work and prayer. \nEach guest will have a private room or cabin and all meals will be provided for from Monday lunch through Friday lunch. The work will mostly be light to medium manual labor with flexibility to meet people’s needs and abilities. \nWe will begin at 10am on Monday and close at 3pm on Friday. Arrangements will need to be made if you want to arrive earlier or stay later. The recommended amount for this retreat is $300. The number of participants will be capped at four. \nEmail Kevin with any questions. \nAnticipated Daily Schedule\n8 am morning prayer\n9 am Input and setting out the day\n9:30-11:45 am Work\n12 noon Mid-day prayer\n12:30 pm Mid-day meal\n1-2:30 pm free time/reading\n2:30-4 pm work (no work on Wednesday pm)\n4:15 pm Discussion\n5 pm Vespers\n5:30 pm evening meal\nEvening free \n(Participants are expected to pray an early morning and/or evening liturgy on their own. Liturgies available if needed.) \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneArriving early/staying late?The event is from Monday morning to Friday afternoon. If you would like to arrive earlier or stay later please provide those details. Dietary restrictions?Room preference Room in BarnCabinSubmit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/ora-et-labora-prayer-and-work-retreat/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Prayer,Retreat,Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210503T150000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210424T175350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210501T174021Z
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SUMMARY:Muddy Monday's and Saturday's in May
DESCRIPTION:10 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for\n5 May Mondays and Saturdays… Only requirement:\n2 good arms…. We are plastering and will teach you how! \n\n\n\n\nWhat: mixing and applying natural clay plaster – wear your mud clothes \n9am-3pm \nHow to get involved:….\nEmail Kevin Driedger\, Co-director at kevin@hermitagecommunity.org
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/muddy-mondays-in-may/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T170000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210408T224053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T224053Z
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SUMMARY:Hermitage Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please keep the board in your prayers.
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-board-meeting-16/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210408T203000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210125T182016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160905Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for time to offer a contemplative gaze to photos we share. We gather online at 7pm the 2nd Thursday of each month. Each participant submits 2 of their pictures before hand\, and we spend some time in silence and in reflection with each picture.  \nWe appreciate but do not require a small donation for each gathering. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Submit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/contemplative-photography-gathering-3/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T100000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210303T145918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T145918Z
UID:1933-1615626000-1615629600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversation with Kevin and June
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, March 13 at 9am in our first Zoom chat with Hermitage co-directors Kevin and June. Similar to our in-person gathered times after morning prayer\, we’ll meet online for an informal time of conversation\, we’ll provide Hermitage updates\, and maybe some pictures or video. We anticipate doing this monthly on the 2nd Saturday. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82180338300?pwd=RnZuUUhpS0tuV3ZUaTc4eXBvZjlnZz09 \n \nMeeting ID: 821 8033 8300\nPasscode: 450718
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/coffee-and-conversation-with-kevin-and-june/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210311T203000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210125T181919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T160839Z
UID:1860-1615489200-1615494600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Photography gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for time to offer a contemplative gaze to photos we share. We gather online at 7pm the 2nd Thursday of each month. Each participant submits 2 of their pictures before hand\, and we spend some time in silence and in reflection with each picture.  \nWe appreciate but do not require a small donation for each gathering. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Submit
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/contemplative-photography-gathering-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210220T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210124T005205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T181448Z
UID:1849-1613811600-1613836800@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:"Our Lives are in Your Hands" Lent Online Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Online (Zoom) retreat lead by June Mears Driedger \nWe continue to live with the coronavirus\, wearing masks and social distancing. A new president was elected with deep divisions remaining amongst churches\, social groups\, and even within families. But our lectionary texts for this year remind us that our hope does not remain in political or social media leaders but our trust belongs in God for our lives are truly in God’s hands. \nOur Lenten retreat will prepare us to move forward in trust and faith as we begin our Lenten journey. The retreat will include teaching\, reflection\, and periods of silence (off-line). \n[vfb id=19]
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/our-lives-are-in-your-hands-lent-online-retreat/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210211T203000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20210125T181412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T181436Z
UID:1854-1613070000-1613075400@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative photography gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for time to offer a contemplative gaze to photos we share. We gather online at 7pm the 2nd Thursday of each month. Each participant submits 2 of their pictures before hand\, and we spend some time in silence and in reflection with each picture.  \nWe appreciate but do not require a small donation for each gathering. \n[vfb id=14] \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/contemplative-photography-gathering/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201205T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T191219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T231718Z
UID:1217-1607158800-1607184000@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Advent retreat - Seeking God's Face.
DESCRIPTION:“Restore us\, O God; let your face shine\, that we may be saved.” (Ps. 80: 3\, 7\, 19) \nThis year has challenged everyone. We ask ourselves: where is God? Fortunately\, during Advent and Christmas we glimpse different angles to view the mystery of God. In the beginning of Advent God seems hidden and we long for God’s face to be revealed to us. In the weeks that follow we are reminded of the loving\, comforting face of God\, the One who provides presence and direction when we are vulnerable. We seek God’s healing of our broken hearts and rebuilding our lives. \nIn this retreat we will seek God’s loving face through Scriptures\, reflective questions\, silence\, and conversation. \n*Saturday\, December 5\, 2020 \n*9 am – 4 pm \n*This will be an online retreat with scheduled breaks away from the computer for times of silence and reflection\, and a lunch break. \n*Cost: $45.00 \nFacilitator: June Mears Driedger \nEmail us to register  contact@hermitagecommunity.org (we’ve been having some problems with the form. If you used the form please email us.)
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/advent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T191144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T191144Z
UID:1215-1605292200-1605355200@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Hermitage Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-board-meeting-15/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201031T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T153625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T154810Z
UID:1188-1604134800-1604160000@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Ecotheology Retreat #3 - God as Presence
DESCRIPTION:Yellow and mottled grey and black and brown\, \n            We carry her colours\, drink from her cup\,\n             The earth we think we own has made us up\,\n             And she will break us down.\n             -from “Earth to Earth\,” After Prayer: New sonnets and other poems \nThese words from poet\, Malcolm Guite\, invite us to consider the natural cycle of life on this planet. In a third in the series of Eco-Theology Retreats led by the Naomi Wenger\, we focus on the Presence of God reflected in the cycle of life. Jesus’ invitation to “look at the fig tree” (Lk. 21:29) to find the evidence of God’s work in the world (the kingdom of God)\, is a call to be observers of the world and partakers of its wisdom so that we can also participate in God’s work. \nJoin us for this day of reflection beginning at 9 and concluding by 4. This retreat will be offered in a hybrid format\, allowing folks to be present at The Hermitage or to participate remotely\, by Zoom. All participants will receive readings ahead of time and the day will be divided into guided reflection on the readings in the morning\, a harvest lunch at midday\, opportunity for exploration outdoors (either at The Hermitage or at home) in the afternoon\, and concluding at 3:00 with gathering for sharing and a litany of praise. \nThe suggested donation for this retreat is $75 for persons coming to the Hermitage and includes a lunch from the bounty of The Hermitage garden. The suggested donation for online participation is $45.
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/ecotheology-retreat-3-god-as-presence/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T191028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T182729Z
UID:1213-1602320400-1602345600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Waykeepers retreat
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URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/waykeepers-retreat-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201006T173000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20201002T152206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T152518Z
UID:1732-1602003600-1602005400@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Witness for Peace
DESCRIPTION:In solidarity with Three Rivers Area Weekly Witness for Peace\, you are welcome to join members of the Hermitage staff in the chapel at 5pm for a half hour of silent prayer on all Tuesdays in October and Tuesday\, Nov. 3.
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/weekly-witness-for-peace/
LOCATION:Chapel of the Transfiguration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200822T170000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T190823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T190823Z
UID:1209-1598083200-1598115600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Hermitage Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T154425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T194131Z
UID:1196-1596272400-1596297600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Feast of the Transfiguration retreat
DESCRIPTION:Hermitage board member and spiritual director Deb Borst will lead a retreat on the topic of Radical Hospitality. \nThe retreat portion of the day will be offered as a hybrid available both on-site and online.  \nSchedule\n9 – Morning Prayer \n9:30—Blessing the Land \n10:15—First Session \n11—Reflection Questions \n12—Lunch \n1:15—Second Session \n2—Reflection \n3—Conversation\, Commitment\, Communion \n4–Dismissal \nPlease register and let us know if you will participate online or in person.  \n[vfb id=17] \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/feast-of-the-transfiguration/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200620T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T153523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T154828Z
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SUMMARY:Ecotheology Retreat #2 - God as Wholeness
DESCRIPTION:Just as the viral pandemic provided a mirror in which to discover “God in Deep Time\,” our first eco-theology retreat of the year\, so the unmasking of deep-seated racism becomes the backdrop for our second retreat: “God as Wholeness: ‘All Creation Groans.’” Since a Christian view of God requires that we live with Love as the crucible of all action\, we are convinced of the need for a radical re-ordering of our inner lives as we find ourselves part of a system oppressing other humans. These times call for an openness to transformation. \nWe are offering this retreat as a hybrid retreat experience. You may register for an online retreat\, or join a gathered community at The Hermitage for a day-long retreat including time for walking and working outdoors. All registrants for the retreat will be sent reading material and reflection questions on Saturday\, June 13\, one week before the guided retreat day\, June 20. Use the readings to guide your reflection during the week. On Saturday\, June 20\, we will gather at The Hermitage and by Zoom—you choose which way to join us—and discuss together what we have been pondering for the week. Those gathered at The Hermitage will be joined by those online. Folks at The Hermitage will also be invited to an additional session of connection with Creation on The Hermitage grounds. There will be a choice of work activities. We ask that those coming to The Hermitage on retreat bring their own lunch and be prepared to wear a mask and practice distancing when inside the buildings. \nThis guided retreat includes recorded video sessions by Naomi Wenger and Margie Pfeil\, selected readings\, and suggested questions for reflection. On June 20\, beginning at 10:00 am\, registered retreatants will be invited to a live video conversation with Margie\, Naomi\, and the other retreat participants. This conversation will conclude the online retreat experience. Those gathering at The Hermitage for the day will pause for a self-catered lunch time and then work together outside. You will be given a choice of the kind of work you would like to do after you register for this hybrid retreat experience. \nElements of the Retreat \n\nVideo presentations by Naomi Wenger and Margie Pfeil\nSelected readings\nQuestions for reflection\nSuggestions for action\nGroup video conference on June 20 from 9:45 am to noon (EDT)\nGathering for those wishing to be on-site at The Hermitage on June 20 from 9:45 am (EDT) to 3 pm.\nWork time after lunch on June 20 for those gathering at The Hermitage.\n\nRegister for the retreat today. Reading and reflection materials will be made available on Saturday\, June 13. You may use the materials for your personal reflections for the week. Then\, on Saturday\, June 20\, registered retreatants will be invited to an in-person or a live video conversation with Margie and Naomi. \nAfter you are registered\, you will be given a link to the retreat materials. Use these materials prior to participating in the retreat on June 20. A link to the video conference and instructions for participation will be sent out before June 20 to all registered retreatants. \nThe third eco-theology retreat\, “God as Presence: Reading the Signs of the Times” is scheduled for October 31. \nConsider making a donation of $75 by using the donation button on our website. \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/ecotheology-retreat-2-god-as-wholeness/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200621
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200519T183428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T154925Z
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SUMMARY:"House Built of Sky" Wall Stuffing (Mini-Groups)
DESCRIPTION:With the foundation of the Hermitage house now complete and exterior wall framing in process\, clay/straw wall construction will begin mid-June. Come join us for community fun and work June 9-13 and June 16-20. We are organizing work crews of up to 10 persons each day. Come for a day\, two days or a week. Lodging on the premises is possible as needed\, please contact Kevin\,  contact@hermitagecommunity.org or (269) 244-8696 to discuss the lodging options. \nBuilding with clay and straw is a centuries old method of house construction called Leichtlehmbau (ly’-shlem-bow)\, which means light (straw) clay building. Straw provides thermal resistance (R value) and binds with the clay.  Clay protects the straw from fire\, vermin and mold while providing thermal mass qualities that allow the wall to regulate temperature and humidity within the building. The vapor permeable wall system acts as a heat exchanging / air filtering medium.  Extraction and transportation aside\, there is no petroleum used to manufacture these basic building materials. \nMorning Prayer will be in the chapel from 8-8:30\, for those interested. We will gather to work at 8:45 for COVID-19 check-in and Builder’s Circle exercise. Work will commence at 9:00 and end promptly at 5:00.  \nAll workers should bring their own mask\, gloves and eye protection. We will get very dirty. Wear appropriate clothes and sturdy footwear.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/house-built-of-sky-wall-stuffing-mini-groups/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200614
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T154342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T154912Z
UID:1194-1591660800-1592092799@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:"House Built of Sky" Wall Stuffing (Mini-Groups)
DESCRIPTION:With the foundation of the Hermitage house now complete and exterior wall framing in process\, clay/straw wall construction will begin mid-June. Come join us for community fun and work June 9-13 and June 16-20. We are organizing work crews of up to 10 persons each day. Come for a day\, two days or a week. Lodging on the premises is possible as needed\, please contact Kevin\,  contact@hermitagecommunity.org or (269) 244-8696 to discuss the lodging options. \nBuilding with clay and straw is a centuries old method of house construction called Leichtlehmbau (ly’-shlem-bow)\, which means light (straw) clay building. Straw provides thermal resistance (R value) and binds with the clay.  Clay protects the straw from fire\, vermin and mold while providing thermal mass qualities that allow the wall to regulate temperature and humidity within the building. The vapor permeable wall system acts as a heat exchanging / air filtering medium.  Extraction and transportation aside\, there is no petroleum used to manufacture these basic building materials. \nMorning Prayer will be in the chapel from 8-8:30\, for those interested. We will gather to work at 8:45 for COVID-19 check-in and Builder’s Circle exercise. Work will commence at 9:00 and end promptly at 5:00.  \nAll workers should bring their own mask\, gloves and eye protection. We will get very dirty. Wear appropriate clothes and sturdy footwear. \nMost of the first week is now full. We have volunteer openings on June 13\, and June 16-20 \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/house-wall-stuffing/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Work
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200425T120000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T190624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T190624Z
UID:1205-1587753000-1587816000@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Hermitage board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/hermitage-board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200517
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200420T170439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201211T154848Z
UID:1606-1587513600-1589673599@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:God in Deep Time - Online Eco-Theology retreat
DESCRIPTION:Does being in grip of a world-wide viral infection require us to take a deeper look at the impacts humans have on Earth? Does it matter in the whole scope of the universe that we cause suffering and devastation on this one planet? How does our understanding of God as eternal and changeless help us to weather this situation? How can this time of great suffering and immobility renew or strengthen our relationship with God? When we find ourselves unable to gather\, we also affirm more strongly the need to grapple with these and other issues related to the health of Earth. “God in Deep Time” is the first of three Eco-theology retreats offered at The Hermitage this year. The second retreat\, “God as Wholeness: Earth Healing” is scheduled for June 20\, 2020 and “God as Presence: Reading the Signs of the Times” is scheduled for October 31. \nThe Eco-theology retreat\, “God in Deep Time\,” originally scheduled for Holy Saturday (April 11)\, has been recast as an online retreat. This guided retreat includes recorded video sessions by Naomi Wenger and Margie Pfeil\, selected readings\, and suggested questions for reflection. On May 16\, beginning at 10:00 am\, registered retreatants will be invited to a live video conversation with Margie\, Naomi\, and the other retreat participants. This conversation will conclude the retreat experience. \nElements of the Retreat\n\nVideo presentations by Naomi Wenger and Margie Pfeil\nSelected readings\nQuestions for reflection\nSuggestions for action\nGroup video conference on May 16\, 2020 at 10:00 am (EDT)\n\nRegister and participate in this retreat anytime between Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day) and Saturday\, May 16. On May 16\, registered retreatants will be invited to a live video conversation with Margie and Naomi.  \nAfter you are registered\, you will be given a link to the retreat materials. Use these materials to participate in the retreat by May 16. A link to the video conference and instructions for participation will be sent out prior to May 16 to all registered retreatants. \nConsider making a donation of $45 to help us offset our costs. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/god-in-deep-time-online-eco-theology-retreat/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200418T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T154212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200224T182712Z
UID:1192-1587200400-1587225600@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Waykeepers Retreat
DESCRIPTION:For keepers of the Hermitage Way – and those interested. \n[vfb id=9]
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/waykeepers-retreat/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200411T160000
DTSTAMP:20261114T052341
CREATED:20200113T153422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T135432Z
UID:1184-1586595600-1586620800@www.hermitagecommunity.org
SUMMARY:Ecotheology Retreat #1 - God in Deep Time (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:We regret that we need to cancel this event. We still are planning on the Ecotheology Retreat in June \nGod in Deep Time: “Showing Mercy to the Thousandth Generation” \n\nIntroduction to “Deep Time” ecology\nUnderstanding of the eternal nature of God\nTime for Lament for the Earth and Confession of Complicity in Mis-use\n\nSuggested donation – $75 (includes lunch) \n[vfb id=5]
URL:https://www.hermitagecommunity.org/event/ecotheology-retreat-1-god-in-deep-time/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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