 RUAH Early Winter 2005
Click here for RUAH Winter/Spring 2005 brochure.
All programs will be held at All Saints Parish unless otherwise noted. For additional information, or to register for a program, please see the RUAH website at www.ruahspirit.org, or contact the Executive Director, Dr. Mary Kay Klein, at 617-277-0036 or ruahspirit@yahoo.com.
PUJA OF COMPASSION, Wednesday, March 2, 7:00-8:30 pm, The Meetinghouse, Andover Newton Theological School. Eight Tibetan nuns from Keydong nunnery will perform a puja (a blessing) of compassion, dedicated to the Bodhissatva ideal represented by Avalokitesvara. Cost: $10; $5 for students, seniors, and unemployed.
LEARNING TO LOVE WITH JULIAN OF NORWICH, a retreat led by the Rev. Dr. Mark Burrows and Ellen Oak., Sunday, May 1, 1:30-6:00 pm, The Meetinghouse, Andover Newton Theological School. This retreat will explore the various dimensions of the theology and spirituality of Julian's writings, emphasizing the continuing vitality of her thought for contemporary life. Cost: $25; $10 for seniors, students, and unemployed. Free to Andover Newton community. Pre-registration requested by April 27.
WOMEN OF WISDOM, facilitated by Nancy Corcoran, Thursdays, 9:30 am-1:30 pm, March 10 and 31, April 7 and 21, May 5 and 19. All meetings include a delicious lunch. Fee: $12 per session. Please call in advanceó617-277-0036óif you are new to the group
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER GROUP, led by Carol Mullikin, Tuesdays, March 1 through May 3, 7:00-8:30 pm. Contemplative prayer, in the sacred word tradition of Centering Prayer and Fr. John Main, is a contemporary meditation practice based on ancient traditions. Sessions will include prayer and a time for sharing or discussion will follow. Contributions gratefully accepted.
AS LONG AS YOU'RE BREATHING, YOU MIGHT AS WELL LIVE, led by Reb Moshe Waldoks. Wednesdays, March 30, April 6, April 13, 7:00-8:30 pm at Temple Beth Zion, 1566 Beacon Street, Brookline.
- March 30: Unorthodox Judaism
- April 6: The Power of Jewish Humor
- April 13: Re-integration: the Question of the After Life
Reb Moshe Waldoks is the spiritual leader of Temple Beth Zion, an independent Jewish congregation in Brookline, MA. Cost: $10; $5 for students, seniors and unemployed.
CHINESE GUNGFU STYLE TEA CEREMONY: CREATING PEACE AND HARMONY, led by Patricia Warren, Thursdays, April 14, and May 12, 7:00-8:30 pm. Fee: $25. Payment requested at least two days before the ceremony. Ceremony is limited to eight people; it will be offered on two different dates to accommodate more participants.
REIKI AND CHRISTIAN HEALING, led by Patricia Warren, Friday, March 18, 7:00-9:30 pm and Saturday, March 19, Noon-5:30 pm. This program will explore the "story" of Reiki and what it has in common with Christian healing. Fee: $175 for series ($165 for RUAH members). Registration fee of $25 is due by March 15. Class size is limited-please register early.
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CELTIC SPIRITUALITY
MINI-RETREATS
Saturdays, 3:00-4:30 pm
March 12 - Celebrating St. Patrick: Poet and Mystic. We will take a poetic and mystical look at the life and teaching s of Celtic Christianity's greatest saint. Led by Alan O'Hare, Schenachie, psychologist, and director of the Life Story Theatre whose mission is the celebration of the mysteries and miracles of life.
April 30 - Mary as an Inspiration for Celtic Spirituality. Mary was the inspiration of Celtic saints and scholars through the centuries. We invite participants to bring a favorite picture, icon, statue, poem, song, or hymn that speaks to them of Mary's spirit. Led by The Rev. Leslie K. Sterling, Assistant Rector and Celtic Liturgical Coordinator and Cantor.
All Saints Parish is a center of Celtic Christian spirituality. Courses, workshops, and study groups meet regularly to deepen spiritual understanding and practice and to maintain a connection with Celtic holy places. The Holy Eucharist, integrating Celtic, Anglican, Catholic, and Protestant elements, is celebrated twice each week, Saturdays at 5:00 pm and Wednesdays at 6:15 pm.
Contemporary Celtic Mass
Saturdays, 5:00 pm
Celtic Holy Eucharist
Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
1st Wednesday - Contemplative
2nd Wednesday - With music
3rd and 4th Wednesday - Spoken service
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THE SPIRITUAL GENIUS OF THE ENNEAGRAM: DEEPER EXPERIENCES OF ITS PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS, led by Rich Byrne, D.Min., Saturday, April 9, 9:30 am-1:30 pm. The Enneagram is an ancient and accurate description of nine typical childhood survival strategies, and how these styles of attention subsequently influence every aspect of adult life. Cost: $30 ($25 for RUAH members)
DaVINCI CODE SERIES, Wednesdays, March 9 and 16, 7:00-8:30 pm.
- March 9: The DaVinci Code - What It Tells us About the Divine Feminine, led by Rich Byrne, D.Min.
- March 16: The DaVinci Code - Gospel Fantasy? led by Dr. Mark Burrows.
Cost: $15 per session; $25 for both sessions. Pre-registration would be appreciated. |
