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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Breathing Through the Grief Journey: Opening Flow Through Heavy Hearts (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:The journey through grief and loss engages all of our being and can be exhausting and confusing in navigating the many ways our body and spirit struggle to integrate the complex emotions and physical responses we experience. Grief has strong somatic components\, in addition to the emotional and spiritual aspects. We feel and process profound losses in our body’s responses of exhaustion\, digestive upset\, insomnia\, disruption in our eating patterns\, headaches\, among other symptoms. \nIntrospective Breathwork\, utilizing conscious connected (circular) breathing\, is a healing\, therapeutic modality which supports griefwork through somatic release. It invites us into deeper relationship with ourselves and the flow of our experience of grief\, as the grief uniquely manifests itself in our healing process. Breath is a bridge between our physical life and consciousness\, and its intentional\, mindful practice can ease the dysregulation in our nervous system during times of loss. It also supports the moving up and through to greater awareness and acceptance of emotions such as sadness\, anger\, loneliness and fear\, as well as numbness\, all very common within the one who is grieving.   \nWe all experience grief through a variety of losses\, transitions\, and changes – some personal and profound\, some communal\, some everyday losses in the seasons of life. We invite you to join Certified Introspective Breathwork™ Facilitator\, Amy Kulesa\, for a group session of conscious connected breathwork. Sometimes called “circular breathing\,” conscious connected breathwork involves deep\, diaphragmatic inhalations followed by natural\, unforced exhalation\, without a pause at the top and bottom of the breath. After a brief introduction to the history and practice of breathwork\, participants will breathe this way for an hour\, lying down on a mat or cushion\, to the accompaniment of ambient music. When breathing in this way\, you are in conscious control at all times of your own experience and can slow down or quicken your breath at any time\, pause to get a drink or use the restroom. \nAmy will offer support for you and your unique grief experience through compassionate and soulful presence and\, when appropriate\, through verbal prompts or gentle touch (with your permission). Following the breathwork practice\, there will be an integrative time of journaling\, stretching\, walking – whatever is helpful to you – to process the experience more fully and then a time of voluntary sharing as a group. \nStudies have found conscious connected breathwork to be very safe-rarely\, if ever\, do people experience adverse effects. Participants who are pregnant\, have a cardiac condition\, or other medical conditions such as bi-polar disorder or epilepsy\, need to be aware that this activating breath practice affects the entire body’s systems. Participants are encouraged to discuss their interest in the program with their healthcare provider. All participants will be required to sign a release form after registration and return it to Amy for review. \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is being held in the Upper Room at the Well. Participants will need to walk up the stairs to the 3rd Floor. We also encourage you to please register early! Registration is limited to 9 people so that Amy can give personal attention to each participant. Come with whatever you might be carrying and open the flow with your healing breath. \n\nDATE: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\n\nTIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nCOST: $55 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Amy Kulesa \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nA resident of Frederick\, MD\, Amy Kulesa has served since 2007 as the Director of Associates for the Sisters of Bon Secours\, USA. She earned a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Master of Social Work in clinical social work practice from Rutgers University. She is a graduate of One Breath Institute\, the Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality in Pittsburgh\, PA\, and the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute. Amy is a Secular Franciscan\, is married and enjoys life with her husband and their four furry family members. She offers spiritual direction and enjoys facilitating retreats in which participants have the opportunity to discern the narrative of their own lives within the larger story of God’s abundant healing\, grace and mercy.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/breathing-through-the-grief-journey-opening-flow-through-heavy-hearts-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Transform Anxiety into Purposeful Living (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety often signals that something within us is calling for attention—not just worry or a reaction to stress\, but a sacred yearning for change\, meaning\, and alignment. We find ourselves living in an age where the headlines seem designed to inflame both our personal and collective fears\, leaving us ungrounded and uncertain. Instead of suppressing or avoiding anxiety\, what if we could listen to it as a messenger? \nJoin Paula McCoach on a journey from understanding your unique anxiety patterns to embracing personalized practices and techniques for moving forward in life. This program is ideal for anyone seeking to not just manage anxiety\, but to fundamentally shift their relationship with it—converting its energy into a catalyst for authentic\, engaged living. In the safety of sacred community\, participants will: \n\nIdentify their personal anxiety—physical sensations\, thought patterns\, triggering situations—through guided self-assessment tools.   \nLearn and practice techniques tailored to individual needs\, including breathing and muscle relaxation exercises that reset the nervous system.   \nCultivate customized emotional and cognitive regulation strategies.   \nRecognize specific behaviors and habits that inadvertently feed anxiety cycles and learn alternative responses.\nAnd\, create a personalized affirmation/prayer/spiritual practice and behavior change plan.\n\nSome of the spiritual practices that will be introduced and practiced include: \nMindful Breathing with Intention\nPractice breathing exercises while focusing on the idea that each breath connects you to something larger than yourself and physically calms you. \nConnection to Spiritual Guidance\nRecalling times you were guided by Spirit and learning how to stay in the flow of that divine guidance. \nGrounding Through Gratitude \nWhen anxiety spirals begin\, learning to shift into naming things for which you are grateful can reconnect you to the sacred and transform your anxiety into peace. \nEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or Tapping\nConnecting with your pressure points resets anxiousness in your body and brings your mental state to serenity. \nPersonal Affirmations and Behaviors\nCreating a statement to repeat which meets your individual needs and provides clarity and calmness in anxious moments\, allowing you to choose healthy behaviors. \nJoin us to discover what resonates with your personal spiritual understanding\, while accessing self-patience and compassion in the development of these life-giving practices. Whether you are navigating a life transition\, managing chronic worry\, or longing for deeper peace\, this program offers a soulful path forward. \nThis program will be offered both in-person at the Well in the afternoon or online in the evening to allow for as many folks as possible to benefit from Paula’s teachings. This registration page is for the In-Person session at the Well. \n\n  \nDATES: Mondays\, September 29 and October 6\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 – 2:30 PM \nCOST: $45 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Paula McCoach \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nPaula McCoach is a former teacher and counselor with a passion for the Enneagram’s transformative potential. As an experienced Enneagram teacher and coach\, she specializes in helping others discover their Enneagram type and harness the power of their unique strengths. Based in Timonium\, MD\, Paula also dedicates her time to community service\, volunteering with the fundraising department at the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Department.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/transform-anxiety-into-purposeful-living-in-person-program/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Well%20for%20the%20Journey":MAILTO:lorie@wellforthejourney.org
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SUMMARY:OPEN HOUSE: Uncork & Unwind at the Well
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to gather once again Uncork and Unwind at Well for the Journey! \nWhether you are new to the Well\, been curious to learn more\, a long-time participant\, or somewhere in between\, we invite you to join us on Thursday\, October 9th\, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm for an evening of good company\, conversation\, and connection. This evening is a wonderful way to learn more about the Well and ask questions about our amazing Fall programming. Some of our program facilitators will be on hand to share specifically about their upcoming offerings. \nFor those of you who are already familiar with the Well\, this open house is also the perfect opportunity to bring a friend—or two—and introduce them to the Well\, sharing why this special place matters to you and nourishes your soul. We’ll enjoy some wine\, sparkling cider\, and light hors d’oeuvres as we gather in the relaxed\, welcoming atmosphere that is the Well. \nPlease RSVP so we can plan appropriately! \nIf you are unable to make it for Uncork + Unwind\, join us for Coffee + Conversations on Friday\, October 10 from 9:30-11 am at the Well. \n\nDATE: Thursday\, October 9\, 2025 \nTIME: Stop in anytime between 5:30 – 7:30 PM \nCOST: FREE \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/open-house-uncork-unwind-at-the-well/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction: Listening for the Sacred Together (In-Person with online sessions in winter)
DESCRIPTION:“I have been a part of this group for two years. Once a month\, I find respite in my busy life to connect with the divine as I understand it. Cathy holds a container that allows for deep reflection in community with other spiritual seekers.” – Rev. Karyn Marsh \n________________________________________________________ \n“We are all just walking each other home.” \n– Rumi \nDo you yearn for a deeper connection to God\, Spirit\, the Divine? Perhaps you sense an inkling that there is something more wanting to be explored – whether you come from a formal faith tradition or none at all. \nGroup Spiritual Direction (GSD) offers a safe\, sacred space for individuals to gather in community\, slow down\, and listen deeply—for the movement of the Spirit in their lives and in each other. Unlike therapy or problem-solving groups\, spiritual direction is a contemplative practice rooted in the belief that the Divine is already present and available in each person’s journey. \nIn this group\, faith traditions vary in formality and intensity\, some may have none\, and their name for God may differ\, but all are deeply committed to exploring their spiritual paths and supporting the spiritual journeys of each group member. The intent is not to ‘fix’ or advise\, but to listen attentively\, and as members caringly share what they feel and hear\, they help each other look\, with a finer lens\, at their own spiritual relationship. Gently guided by long-time Spiritual Director\, Cathy Rosensteel\, the group cultivates compassion\, connection\, and clarity\, helping each person notice the movement of Spirit in their lives. \nSeptember through November and March through May\, Cathy’s group starts their time together with a few minutes of conversation in the kitchen at Well for the Journey. During the colder months\, December – February\, they gather on Zoom from the coziness of their homes. When at the Well\, the group transitions from the kitchen to the living room to form a contemplative\, confidential and sacred listening circle. Using the GSD process formed at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington\, DC.\, Cathy invites the group with an opening reflection from a variety of sources\, such as\, Scripture\, poetry\, texts\, and/or prose and a time of gentle silence. When ready\, members share a response flowing from their deep listening and curiosity. This simple format\, repeated throughout each session\, invites meaningful conversation and deepening. The session closes with the sharing of prayer intentions. \nWhether you’re seeking a deeper relationship with the Sacred by whatever name\, navigating a life transition\, in need of discernment\, curious about that nagging inkling\, or simply yearning to be seen and heard in a soulful way\, GSD provides a space for deep listening\, soulful reflection\, and support for your unfolding path. \nIf you would like to join Cathy’s group or simply want to know more\, please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org. Please provide your name and phone number and Cathy will be in touch to discuss your interest. \n________________________________________________________ \n\n“I have been a member of Cathy’s spiritual direction group since the fall of 2020. Each session I jot down what speaks to me. Recently I went back and typed up my notes and then created this word cloud. Every session sparks deeper thinking and honest reflection for me. I look forward to our gathering each month.” – Becky Boynton \n \nDATES (In-Person at the Well): Saturdays – 9/13\, 10/11\, 11/8/25 and 3/14\, 4/11\, 5/9/26 \nDATES (Online via Zoom): Saturdays – 12/13/25 and 1/10\, 2/14/26 \nTIME: 8:30 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $250 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 and ZOOM \nTO REGISTER: Please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org.  We will put you in touch with Cathy so that you may chat and determine if  this program is a mutual fit.  Once that happens and if you’d like to move forward\, we will provide you with a sign up link. \nFACILITATOR: Cathy Rosensteel \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nCathy facilitates group spiritual direction in the Shalem tradition at The Well. She has an M.A. in Spiritual Direction and Pastoral Care from Loyola University Maryland. Kindled by a week-long silent Ignatian retreat\, she developed a deep appreciation for silence and the Spiritual Exercises. Furthering her interest\, she completed the 19th Annotation of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life. Her work in this area includes leading retreats on finding silence in everyday living and walking the labyrinth. Through private practice\, Cathy is honored to provide individual spiritual direction in the Middle River and Towson areas. \nCathy’s background includes teaching teacher education candidates and directing the Special Education programs at Loyola University Maryland. She also had a notable career developing innovative programs for students with special needs\, as a teacher and administrator with the Baltimore City Public School System. \nDrawn to the outdoors\, Cathy treasures time at home on Seneca Creek with her husband and dog. She enjoys designing engraved affirmation stones\, gardening\, and swimming. Often\, she can be found happily reading\, near or in a body of water\, or just sitting\, very still.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-listening-for-the-sacred-together-in-person-with-online-sessions-in-winter/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T150000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: “Divine Rest” - A Sacred Sabbath of Stillness & Renewal (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, this program has reached its capacity and is now sold out.  A wait list is available just in case someone is unable to attend.  You can add your name to the wait list here. \nAre you longing to release stressors in life? Do you yearn to surrender to a Higher Power within you? Would you like to feel more connected to your Divine Source and embody that connection? \nJoin Kerry Martinez for a sacred day of Divine Rest\, an immersive experience designed to help you release stress\, reconnect with your sacred essence\, and cultivate deep Divine Rest. This is an experiential journey designed to connect deeply to your unique experience of the Divine. Through gentle somatic movement\, reflection\, journaling and powerful rest practices—including a sound journey and guided deep rest meditation—you will have the opportunity to soften\, surrender\, and open to the Divine within you. \nTogether\, we will take time to explore what ‘Divine’ means to you\, inviting curiosity and reflection. Through open-ended inquiry\, we’ll delve into the deeply mystical nature of how we define and experience the sacred. \nFor many years Kerry operated clinically as an Exercise Physiologist and mindful embodiment practices teacher which led her to further training and deepening in Somatics\, Yoga Practices\, QiGong\, energy work\, sound healing\, and other embodiment practices. Using this rich experience\, Kerry will lead an exploration of how stress is held in the physical body\, uncover its deeper roots\, and learn tools to assist moving stress through the body in gentle\, efficient ways. Learn how disconnection from rest affects your spiritual well-being and explore ways to reconnect consistently with the Divine in you. Together\, we’ll reflect on ways to create your own Sabbath—a practice of sacred stillness and renewal. \nAll experiences of meditative sessions can be completed in a chair. Just bring a small pillow/neck pillow to support a comfortable experience. Any embodiment movement is gentle\, kind and for all levels and abilities. These are techniques you can take home with you to practice easily! \nCome as you are and leave feeling restored\, realigned\, and deeply connected. Please bring a packed lunch for our gathering. \nDATE: Sunday\, October 12\, 2025 \nTIME: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nCOST: Early Bird Discount (purchased by 9/7/25) – $50; Regular Cost (purchased 9/8/25 and after) – $60 \nREGISTRATION is now at capacity; you may add your name to the wait list here. \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Kerry Martinez \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nKerry found the Well in 2024 and felt a resonance that brought her back again and again. Kerry lives in awareness of and deep connection with the Oneness of God. As an intuitive space holder\, meditative rest guide\, and sound facilitator\, she helps reveal the places where you may feel separate from God—your Divine Source\, the Creator of all. Her work is rooted in unconditional love\, reminding you of your wholeness and innate connection to the Divine. \nWith a background as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and mindful embodiment teacher\, Kerry has worked in hospital settings with many different special populations\, and trained extensively in somatic practices. Her sessions integrate deep embodiment\, curiosity\, humor\, sacred listening\, open dialogue\, and Divine wisdom\, creating a space where you are fully seen and accepted\, exactly as you are. \nKerry offers rest sessions\, embodiment\, meditation\, breath work\, sound immersions\, retreats\, workshops and private sessions—all grounded in the truth that you are already whole. In the presence of God\, you are your own healer. You are exactly where you are meant to be\, free\, boundless\, and unconditionally loved. Her intention is to guide you back to this remembrance\, to help you align with the highest dimension of life\, and to shine your unique Light into the world. \nThe love of God is both inward and expansive\, woven into the very fabric of your being. Kerry is here to hold space for you as you awaken to this truth. \nTo learn more about Kerry\, please visit her website at www.soulrattle.com
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/divine-rest-a-sacred-sabbath-of-stillness-renewal-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T185609
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SUMMARY:Horizons Men's Group 2025-2026 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Most men do not feel they can talk freely about their spiritual journey. At Well For The Journey\, we feel differently. The Horizons Men’s Group at the Well is a place where honest conversations take place about how we live out our spirituality uniquely as men in the world – within our daily living. \nGreg Cochran\, Executive Director at the Well\, has been facilitating Horizons for over ten years. Past discussions have explored a wide range of topics including the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith\, navigating the first and second halves of life\, spirituality and imperfection\, why do bad things happen to good people\, what is Truth\, and what can we learn from other faith traditions – just to name a few! \nThis season\, the wisdom of Parker Palmer will inform our conversation through two of his books: \nA Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life – explores the concept of living an “undivided life”—where one’s inner truth aligns with their outer actions and roles. \nLet Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation – explores what it means to find one’s true calling by deeply listening to one’s inner self and aligning with one’s authentic nature\, emphasizing that vocation isn’t a specific job title\, but rather a way of living authentically and embracing our unique gifts and limitations. \nDue to high interest\, we are pleased to offer two monthly groups this year – both graciously led by Greg! The Tuesday evening group will meet in-person at the Well and the Thursday evening group will meet online via Zoom. \nIf you are looking for a community where difficult questions are welcomed and explored from the unique perspective of male spirituality\, we have a place for you in Horizons. \nThis registration is for the in-person session on Tuesday evenings. \nDATES: Tuesdays – 10/14\, 11/18\, 12/16/25\, and 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17\, 4/21\, 5/19\, and 6/9/26 \nTIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM \nCOST: $200 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Greg Cochran \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nGreg has been the Executive Director at Well for the Journey since 2010. He is a graduate of Clemson University and Southern Seminary. Greg was Associate Pastor at Woodbrook Baptist Church serving from 1988-2022. He also is a program/retreat facilitator and a spiritual companion. He completed the Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program (SGP) in 2009 and is currently a SGP staff member. He is also a mentor for Paseo’s “The Stewards of Mystery” Spiritual Guidance Program in Cottonwood\, Idaho.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/horizons-mens-group-2025-2026-in-person/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T185609
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Well%20for%20the%20Journey":MAILTO:lorie@wellforthejourney.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T185609
CREATED:20250616T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T163523Z
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT:  Sound Soul Weaving: - A Seated Sound Bath Experience (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:This program has reached its capacity and is now sold out.  We have created a wait list for this program should someone be unable to attend.  You can join the wait list here. \nOr you can sign up for our December Sound Soul Weaving here. \nThe practice of sound bathing has gained popularity recently but is actually a healing practice that is thousands of years old with deep roots in cultures around the world. Jenny Ehrhardt has been facilitating sound offerings for several years\, incorporating her first love as an herbalist into all that she offers. Integrating sound using crystal chakra bowls\, bells\, song\, and rattles with plants and sweetness from the earth\, opens our hearts and nourishes the soul for the healing of the world. What a perfect combination for the Well community and all who seek soul nourishment and healing for self and others! \nWe are thrilled to welcome Jenny back to the Well for another session of healing\, renewal and nourishment. Jenny will offer a time of stillness\, sacred listening\, reflection\, and alignment with spirit that invites us to take care of ourselves as well as send love and peace out into the world through our vibrations\, prayers and the collective spiritual intention of a sacred community. \nYou will be seated for this session which will begin with a time of introduction and honoring of each participant\, inviting plant spirit connection to our intentions/prayers and sound healing meditation. Healing sound helps break up trauma in the body and assists in releasing whatever no longer serves us. This is so important in our culture and world today. At the end of the session\, Jenny will share seasonal herbal tea and a sweet offering to help integrate and embody the experience. \nWe are thrilled that Jenny found the Well (literally in her own neighborhood!) and is sharing her gifts of love and presence now as part of the Well community. We invite you to join Jenny and trust this ancient healing process of soul sound weaving for the renewal of your body\, mind and spirit and the nourishment of your soul. \nPlease don’t delay! Sound Soul Weaving sessions at the Well sell out every time! \nDATE: Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 \nTIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM \nCOST: $50 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is at capacity; you may join the waitlist here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Jenny Ehrhardt \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nI have been fortunate to work with two other women facilitating sound offerings on the Eastern Shore. I have seen so many beautiful effects this work has had on so many people\, including myself. I feel honored to be working with the bowls and other sounds to help connect us to something much deeper\, Ourselves. Working with all ages on many different levels\, I see the peace come over most people in a very surprising way. I have been called to create small\, intimate sound offerings right here in my hometown. I am grateful to have found Well for the Journey\, which has become such a sacred place for me. I work deeply with the plants as well and had a small shoppe in Hampden for over 10 years. I have been called to service and I love plants\, sound\, and people who are open to change and learning and being in a community without judgement. Pure Hearts\, I feel this at Well For the Journey and look forward to connecting more and sharing and learning through sound and the plants.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/sound-soul-weaving-a-seated-sound-bath-experience-in-person-program-3/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T185609
CREATED:20250728T191207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T162327Z
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Well%20for%20the%20Journey":MAILTO:lorie@wellforthejourney.org
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SUMMARY:Honoring the Earth Through the Ancient Languages of Drumming & Dance (In-Person Program: Sparks\, MD)
DESCRIPTION:“I cannot think of anyway to improve this heavenly experience. Most grateful for having such fantastic spiritual programming available in our area!” – Gabrielle \n“It was transformative. The facilitators had such a lovely flow\, individually and together.” – Martha McLaughlin \n“Both facilitators were masters of their craft. Each taught with great authenticity and heart 💜. Hold Quarterly!” – Past Participant \n“I loved this event. Katy and Lisa are just the best – so passionate and kind and just amazing!” – Jenny Ehrhardt \nWe are thrilled to welcome back Katy Gaughan\, Drum Circle Facilitator\, and Lisa Bardack\, Sacred Circle Dance Facilitator\, for our 3rd annual retreat to intentionally honor the Earth with sacred rhythm\, connection\, and reverence. Join these experienced and captivating facilitators at the beautiful Hudson Barn on Delight Farm in Sparks\, MD for an inspiring and grounding day with the ancient practices of drumming and sacred dance. \nThe flow of our time together will be a gentle exchange of music and motion followed by quiet reflection\, as we connect to the rhythms of the Earth\, ourselves\, and each other. Drumming is an ancient technology now understood in new ways. The heartbeat lives in all of us and invites us to entrain to something bigger than ourselves. Sacred circle dances are an ancient practice of honoring and embodying the cycles of the seasons\, creating community with all life through movement. \nThese ancient practices were the primary languages of human expression\, born out of the Earth. They are needed more than ever in these uncertain times and help us honor this amazing planet we call home. Drum and dance with us to ground into the energy of the Earth\, as we allow the ancestors and Mother Earth to guide us with sacred understanding. \nOur day at the farm looks like: \nMorning: Drum\, Dance\, Reflect\, Dance \nLunch: Lunch break: Please bring a bag lunch and beverage \nAfternoon: Afternoon: Drum\, Dance\, Reflect\, Drum \nNo drumming or dance experience or skills is needed. Katy and Lisa will guide us every step and beat of the day! Drums will be provided\, or you are welcome to bring your own. For more information about Katy and Lisa\, please see their websites – https://www.katygaughan.com/ and https://www.evokethesacred.com/ \nCome ground yourself in sacred rhythm and community—and leave uplifted and renewed. \nDon’t delay! This beautiful and meaningful event has sold out in past years! \n********************************************** \nDATE: Saturday\, October 25\, 2025 \nTIME: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nCOST: Early Bird Discount (prior to 9/29) – $90; Regular Cost (9/29 and after) – $100 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nLOCATION: The Hudson Barn at Delight Farm – 15225 Tanyard Rd.\, Sparks\, MD 21152 \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Katy Gaughan and Lisa Bardack \nFACILITATOR BIOS:\nKaty Gaughan is a drummer and Drum Circle Facilitator whose mission is to bring people together to experience the positive vibrations of the drum. Through her organization Drumming for Wellness\, Katy facilitates group drumming experiences for wellness\, community building and celebration. She has been leading drum circles in the Washington\, DC area for the past 15 years\, most notably the Washington National Cathedral drum circle that went viral and was seen by 400\,000 people. Katy provides drum circles for schools\, assisted living facilities\, retirement communities\, churches\, non-profit organizations\, birthday parties\, team-building events\, community festivals and celebrations and works with kids\, adults\, seniors\, and special needs populations. Katy also leads weekend and day-long retreats that incorporate wellness\, rhythm\, drumming\, spirituality\, and nature. She has also learned how to provide drum circles virtually on Zoom! Katy was trained by Arthur Hull and is a certified Global Drum Circle Facilitator Trainer with Village Music Circles. Katy is also a graduate of Remo Health Rhythms and Rhythm to Recovery Trainings and is a member of the Drum Circle Facilitator’s Guild. \nLisa Bardack\, Sacred Circle Dance facilitator\, has been dancing most of her life\, feeling a deep sense of authenticity with this art form. It was in 1997 that she first experienced Sacred Circle Dance and fell in love with this collective experience of dancing ancient and traditional steps\, some thousands of years old\, to wonderful music from around the world. She has studied Sacred Circle Dance for over 15 years through classes and conferences nationally and internationally and has been teaching since 2008. In addition to her background in dance\, Lisa has also studied yoga\, tai chi\, qigong\, NIA\, and other forms of dance\, cultivating a seasoned understanding of body movement as an instrument for joy\, healing\, and wisdom.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/honoring-the-earth-through-the-ancient-languages-of-drumming-dance-in-person-program-sparks-md/
LOCATION:The Hudson Barn at Delight Farm\, 15225 Tanyard Rd.\, Sparks\, MD\, 21152\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Well%20for%20the%20Journey":MAILTO:lorie@wellforthejourney.org
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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