Well for the Journey

A Taste of SoulCollage® - An Introductory Workshop (In-Person Program)
2025-08-10 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Step into a creative and soulful space where images speak, intuition guides, and inner wisdom emerges. This is the space of SoulCollage® —a simple, creative, and enjoyable process that involves making small collage cards from images that catch your attention and then using the cards for reflection and deepening.
SoulCollage® can also be a sacred journey inward. As a spiritual practice, SoulCollage® offers a gentle and intuitive pathway to connect with the deep wisdom of our souls and listen deeply for the nudges of Spirit that invites us to notice, pay attention, and open our awareness. Images have a way of choosing us. When we accept their invitation, much can be revealed to us.
Join Spiritual Companion and SoulCollage® Facilitator, Lorie Conway, for this introductory workshop where you will create your own SoulCollage® cards using images from magazines and other sources, then learn how to use your cards as tools for your own reflection, meditation, or spiritual practice. Whether you’re seeking insight, want to learn a new practice, or simply yearn for a summer afternoon of mindful creativity in a like-spirited community, this workshop offers a meaningful and joy-filled introduction to a practice that many find grounding and transformative.
In our time together, you can expect:
· Opening and closing rituals
· A brief overview of the SoulCollage® process and philosophy
· Hands-on card-making session
· Guided journaling and reflection with your cards in sacred community
All materials, including images, are provided and no artistic skills are needed. If you can cut and paste, you can do SoulCollage®!
DATE: Sunday, August 10, 2025
TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: $50, includes all card making materials
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Lorie Conway
FACILITATOR BIO:
Lorie has a passion for deep listening and accompanying others on their spiritual journeys through spiritual direction, small groups, and retreats. It is Lorie’s ongoing journey of transformation and spiritual discovery that fuels her desire to offer spiritual companioning to others. Lorie’s spirituality is rooted in the Christ tradition and is welcoming of the many paths and unique journeys enfolded within Divine Mystery. Lorie received her certificate in spiritual direction from the Kairos School of Spiritual Formation and holds a M.A. in Religion from Lancaster Theological Seminary and a M.A.S. in Behavioral Management & Human Resources from Johns Hopkins University. Lorie is delighted to serve both on the programming staff at the Well and as a program and retreat facilitator. She is also Director of the Shalem Institute’s Transforming Community: Leading Contemplative Spiritual Groups & Retreats program.

Sound Soul Weaving: A Seated Sound Bath Experience (In-Person Program)
2025-08-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
“This was an amazing meditation and one I would do again with Jenny. She creates a sacred space, is welcoming and gracious. It was exactly what I needed today.” – Donna Mollenkopf
“I had never experienced sound bathing in my life. It was an incredibly relaxing, soul nurturing, meditative and mindful practice. It was a self-giving gift of mind massage I gave to myself and highly needed in the turbulent times we live in. I loved it all. Best program I ever went to at the well.” – Maria Pane
“This was my first experience with soul sounds coming from multiple sources. Jen combined them with the glass bowls perfectly. The length of time was perfect to allow us to let go and sink deeply into the vibrations of each instrument. I left feeling that my body and soul had been completely nourished.” – Judy Wright
“Have it monthly. :)” – Diana Fusting
“I loved every minute!” – Sandi Schultz
The 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!
We 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.
You 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.
We 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.
Please don’t delay! Jenny’s Sound Soul Weaving sessions at the Well sell out every time!
DATE: Sunday, August 17, 2025
TIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: $50
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Please read our cancellation / refund policy here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Jenny Ehrhardt
FACILITATOR BIO:
Over the last two years I 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 been such a sacred place for me this past year. 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.

FREE: Nature Engagement at the Well - A Program for Individuals with Dementia and their Care Partners (In-Person Program)
2025-09-05 10:30 - 13:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Well for the Journey is thrilled to be partnering with Dementia Friendly Baltimore County this year through a funded grant that centers on creating meaningful engagement opportunities for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Please join us for some intentional time in late Summer in and around nature at our Lutherville-Timonium center. The program includes nature walks, reminiscence, mindful body movement, contemplative nature practices, and music/sensory engagement. Lunch and refreshments will be served.
This program is designed for participants who may or may not have previously spent time outdoors prior to the onset of dementia. Participation in some of the activities requires mobility, such as walking in the woods or movement of the body, although accommodation can be made for wheelchair accessibility and other physical limitations.

Benefits of participating in this event include:

Moments in which individuals living with dementia and their care partners have quality time together in Nature
Being exposed to beauty, movement, reflection, and imagination while accommodating cognitive differences and decline
Connecting with oneself and former/current interests and activities in a familiar way that provides momentary conscious awareness, connection, and a deep impact on a spiritual/meaning-making level that is more than momentary
Participating in community while being nourished meaningfully on an emotional/spiritual level.

RSVP Required: RSVP Here.
The event is free, but registration is required so that we can plan appropriately and notify you in the event of inclement weather. The Weather Date for the program is Friday, September 19, 2025. After receipt of your registration, you will receive a phone call that will help personalize your visit and participation in the program. We hope you will join us!
Please contact Gordon Creamer at Well for the Journey for more details and if you have any questions about the session. You can email him at gordon@wellforthejourney.org or reach him by phone at 410.296.9355.
DATE: Friday, September 5, 2025
TIME: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Inclement Weather Date – Friday, September 19th)
COST: FREE (RSVP at blue link above or below)
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
We recognize that sometimes plans change. Please contact us immediately at 410-296-9355 or at kristan@wellforthejourney.org if you are unable to attend so that we may give the opportunity to someone else. Thank you!
RSVP: Pease RSVP Here.

In Search of Sanctuary - A Day Retreat (In-Person Program)
2025-09-06 09:30 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
“Sanctuary is wherever I find safe space to regain my bearings, reclaim my soul, heal my wounds, and return to the world as a wounded healer. It’s not merely about finding shelter from the storm: it’s about spiritual survival.”
– Parker Palmer
The word “sanctuary” typically evokes a sense of peace, shelter, and safety. It may remind us of a particular space where we have worshipped, a favorite bird sanctuary, or a place of refuge for those seeking a safe haven. Parker Palmer suggests that sanctuary is any space where we can regain our bearings, reclaim our souls, and heal our wounds. In these troubled and depleting times, sanctuary is vital for our spiritual wellbeing.
Sometimes sanctuaries are physical spaces, but sanctuary may also be found in the company of creation, the solace of a friend, the pages of a good book, or the depth of silence. On this day of retreat in the sanctuary of Well for the Journey, we will search for the sanctuaries in our lives, reflect on their meaning and purpose, and consider how we might be sanctuary for others. Our search will be aided by contemplative spiritual practices, reflection, periods of silence, and sacred space for dialogue and sharing.
A simple lunch of soup and bread will be provided. Come, step away, and regain your bearings in the sanctuary of the Well.
DATE: Saturday, September 6, 2025
TIME: 9:30am – 4:00pm
COST: $70, includes lunch
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Lorie Conway
FACILITATOR BIO:
Lorie has a passion for deep listening and accompanying others on their spiritual journeys through spiritual direction, small groups, and retreats. It is Lorie’s ongoing journey of transformation and spiritual discovery that fuels her desire to offer spiritual companioning to others. Lorie’s spirituality is rooted in the Christ tradition and is welcoming of the many paths and unique journeys enfolded within Divine Mystery. Lorie received her certificate in spiritual direction from the Kairos School of Spiritual Formation and holds a M.A. in Religion from Lancaster Theological Seminary and a M.A.S. in Behavioral Management & Human Resources from Johns Hopkins University. Lorie is delighted to serve both on the programming staff at the Well and as a program and retreat facilitator. She is also Director of the Shalem Institute’s Transforming Community: Leading Contemplative Spiritual Groups & Retreats program.

Writing to Heal (In-Person Program)
2025-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Lindsey Pope is the author of five books, a speaker and workshop leader, and a busy mom who is passionate about sharing love, laughter, and healing through writing. She developed Writing to Heal based on her own experience coming out of a mental health crisis battling severe anxiety and depression. Lindsey used this method of writing in her own healing and found it so helpful and transformative that she felt called to share it with others.
In this interactive program, Lindsey invites participants to use writing as a method for healing. Research has shown that journaling positively affects people’s mental health by lowering anxiety, stopping rumination cycles, and increasing self-awareness (source: www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-benefits-of-journaling ). While writing is a free activity that can be done at any time and any place, some people need a little help getting started.
Lindsey provides engaging exercises and writing prompts to help people get started in a way that’s comfortable for them, while also encouraging participants to open up in an emotionally safe environment. Participants will engage in a variety of individual and group exercises and also learn strategies to continue this practice on their own time. No prior writing or journaling experience is needed for this evening of self-care, laughter, and healing through writing.

DATE: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
COST: $35
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Lindsey Pope
FACILITATOR BIO:
Lindsey Pope is passionate about sharing laughter and love through writing. Her first book, Found in Faith, debuted in 2018 as a fundraiser for the Fresh Start Furnishings program in Aberdeen, MD. Her next book, Wisdom from the Womb, came out in 2019. Lindsey debuted her first children’s picture book, Sheldon’s Time, in August 2022 which was followed by Stella’s Dream in Spring 2023. In August 2023, her third picture book was published which is called The ABCs of HdG: Fun and Facts in Havre de Grace, MD. Outside of writing, Lindsey is a proud mom to a daughter who keeps her on her toes and a lovable orange tabby named Ricky Bean. She also enjoys speaking and leading interactive workshops related to mental health and writing. Lindsey truly loves connecting with people and inspiring others to chase their dreams as she has been fortunate enough to do just that.

Group Spiritual Direction: Listening for the Sacred Together (In-Person with online sessions in winter)
2025-09-13 08:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-11 08:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-08 08:30 - 11:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
“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
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“We are all just walking each other home.”
– Rumi
Do 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.
Group 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.
In 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.
September 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.
Whether 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.
If 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.
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“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

DATES (In-Person at the Well): Saturdays – 9/13, 10/11, 11/8/25 and 3/14, 4/11, 5/9/26
DATES (Online via Zoom): Saturdays – 12/13/25 and 1/10, 2/14/26
TIME: 8:30 – 11:30 AM
COST: $250
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093 and ZOOM
TO 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.
FACILITATOR: Cathy Rosensteel
FACILITATOR BIO:
Cathy 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.
Cathy’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.
Drawn 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.

Honoring Late Summer, Preparing for Fall - A Sacred Circle Dance Gathering for Women (In-Person Program)
2025-09-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
We are delighted to welcome back Lisa Bardack, Sacred Circle Dance Facilitator, for another sacred circle dance gathering at the Well! These intimate sessions have become a tradition at the Well to mark the turning of the seasons with soulful movement and connection, bringing a beautiful energy that continues to resonate throughout the Well long after the music fades.
Sacred circle dance is a collective dance experience that draws from ancient and traditional folk dances, many from Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Dancing to wonderful music and rhythms, we join the circle of grandmothers who initiated these dances and passed them on. Dancing in their footsteps, we experience a sense of something greater than ourselves, a continuum of which we are a sacred part. The dances connect us to the rhythm of the seasons, evoking joy, peace, insight, healing and a deep sense of community and interconnection with each other and all life.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Earth is the element associated with the season of late summer. As we move from the more yang/outward energy of summer toward the more yin/inward energy of fall, the Earth provides us with the nourishment and grounding we need to help with this seasonal transition. In this circle dance gathering, we will dance to honor Earth’s abundance, generosity, and support. As the fall equinox nears, we’ll explore the dance between being and doing in an often busy season and acknowledge the need to let go of that which no longer serves us to create space for the new.
No dance experience is required (just basic mobility and coordination), as the dances are simple to moderately easy, and the step sequences repetitive. Lisa will gently guide us in the dance steps and share meaningful information on the origins of each dance. You can dance in bare feet, socks, or soft soled shoes.
If you love to dance, or perhaps love the idea of sacred dance and are curious to learn more, come and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of movement meditation in the safe and nurturing environment that is the Well! Registration is limited to 8 participants, so please don’t delay!
To learn more about sacred circle dance and Lisa, please visit Lisa’s website: https://www.evokethesacred.com
DATE: Saturday, September 13, 2025
TIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: $40
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Lisa Bardack
FACILITATOR BIO:
Lisa 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 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.

Drawn to the Cards: A Creative Introduction to Tarot (In-Person Program)
2025-09-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Curious about tarot? Join Brian Fitzek for a beginner-friendly workshop exploring the rich history and practical power of these ancient divination tools. Together, we’ll uncover the origins of tarot, learn the structure and symbolism of the cards, and explore how to use tarot for personal reflection, clarity, and everyday spiritual guidance.
Brian has worked with tarot for over 20 years, first introduced to the cards through the lens of Kabbalah, a mystical tradition within Judaism. He approaches tarot as a powerful tool for accessing inner wisdom and strengthening intuitive awareness. Through a blend of instruction, group discussions, and contemplative practices to support intuitive engagement with the cards, Brian will share his passion for this transformative spiritual practice. Participants will also engage in a creative arts activity designing their own tarot card, deepening their personal connection to the symbolism.
No prior knowledge or experience with tarot is needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind. Whether you’re seeking insight into life’s big questions or want to develop a new intuitive practice, this workshop will give you the tools to begin your tarot journey with confidence.

DATE: Sunday, September 14, 2025
TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
COST: $45.00
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Brian Fitzek
FACILITATOR BIO:
Brian Fitzek became interested in alternative spiritual paths at an early age. He began studying astrology, theosophy, and mysticism seriously in his 20s and has continued to learn more on these topics through both formal and informal training. He received his Masters of Liberal Arts at Johns Hopkins University, where much of his focus was on mythology, and has worked with tarot for over 20 years, first introduced to the cards through the lens of Kabbalah. Brian currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Chapter of the Theosophical Society and is a member of the National Council for Geocosmic Research. He has taught spiritual workshops at the Theosophical Society and led workshops at Well for the Journey on a variety of topics such as dreamwork and seasonal living, offering accessible, reflective practices that support personal growth and self-discovery.

The Laws of Life and Your Brain’s Health (In-Person Program)
2025-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
“It is the opinion of those who best understand the physical system, that if the physical [and spiritual] laws were strictly observed from generation to generation, there would be an end to the frightful diseases that cut life short…and of the long list of maladies that make life a torment or a trial and that this wonderful machine, the body, this godly temple would gradually decay and men and women would at last die as if gently falling asleep.”
~ Elizabeth Buckminster Sedgwick (1788–1862), Educator & Author
Question: What makes for a long, prosperous, happy and healthy life?
Answer: It is never just one thing.
We all know that, but there are things that are weightier – that have greater impact on our lives than others, in a sense. In this program, we will be examining the laws (factors) that exert the greatest influence on our spiritual, psychological, emotional and physical lives, and, directly or indirectly, our brains. For example, one of the laws of life speaks to the quality of our relationships. We know from research done at Harvard that good quality relationships play a significant role in health and longevity. Many times we focus on the external, the physical, to solve our problems, while overlooking the little, day-to-day things we do that have greater impact on the health of our brains and bodies.
Through our partnership with Baltimore County’s Department of Aging, the Well was introduced to Dr. David Ajibade, award-winning physician, thought leader, and dementia educator. Join David for this intriguing program, where we will discuss the different laws and how they affect our brain and overall mental health. We will engage in large group discussions, small group conversations, and exercises to ascertain ways that we can strengthen our spirits, minds and bodies by intelligently applying the seven laws of life.
These laws state that the quality of your life (or your health, your business, your marriage, fill in the blanks) depends on the quality of:

The words you speak, hear and read
Your beliefs
Your thoughts and emotions
Your nutrition – what you put in your mouth
The care you give your body
Your relationships
Your vocation/profession/hobbies/job

Essentially, these seven factors are key components to living a long and healthy, human life. Every functioning human being in the world has these factors operating to some degree in their life. Most individuals, however, are not deliberately or purposefully using them to direct the course of their lives. While the first three relate to a person’s internal world, such as your core being and personality, the next three relate to the external – our relationship with others, food, the environment, what we do with our bodies, and so on. The seventh law is a bi-directional factor that influences the other six while simultaneously being influenced by them.
Participants who engage in this program will receive a more expansive understanding of what being “healthy” truly means, on a spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical level, and they will be able to manifest specific action steps to take to improve the quality of their health and lives. Participants will develop insight around discerning which behaviors and practices harm our brains and which ones support them, so that we can easily improve our brain function throughout our lives and enjoy good cognition, memory and moods well into our 90s and beyond!

DATE: Thursday, September 18, 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
COST: $40
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Dr. David Ajibade
FACILITATOR BIO:
Dr. David Adedayo Ajibade is a U.S. based physician, visionary health educator, and public health advocate whose work spans continents, bridging the gaps in healthcare delivery, brain health awareness, and holistic wellness across Nigeria and the United States. His career is defined by a commitment to advancing brain health, preventing cognitive decline, and empowering individuals and healthcare professionals with the tools to live longer, healthier lives.
David is also an author, popular speaker, and TV show host who excels in translating complex neuroscience concepts into everyday language. His books, talks, and social media posts are relatable and actionable, demystifying brain health and empowering people to take charge of their mental well-being. His approachability fosters trust and engagement. David has won several awards in both the U.S. and Nigeria, and was included in Baltimore Magazine’s 2024 Game Changer’s edition. Please see his websites for more information: www.drdavidajibade.com and www.BrainandBodyFoundation.org

SOLD OUT - FREE: Autumn Worship in the Wild at Cromwell Valley Park (In-Person Program)
2025-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Cromwell Valley Park, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Road (Willow Grove Nature Center (east entrance of Park), Parkville, MD, 21234, United States
This program has reached its capacity and is now full. Stay tuned to our website for our next Worship in the Wild program.
As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, we invite you to step off the beaten path and into the vibrant beauty of creation for another Worship in the Wild gathering with Scott Slater and Greg Cochran at Cromwell Valley Park in Parkville, MD.
Scott and Greg bring with them rich experience from their time in traditional church pulpits and a deep appreciation for the great outdoors. Together, they offer a unique time of worship that blends spiritual reflection with the gifts of nature present in the moment, while gently guiding participants along a trail where each step becomes part of a sacred journey.
Rooted in the ancient rhythm of Christian Sunday worship and expressed through inclusive and expansive language, this time of gathering in the sanctuary of nature offers space for all to encounter the Divine—whether named as God, Spirit, or another sacred presence. Readings and reflections will draw from a variety of spiritual traditions and sacred texts, honoring the wisdom that surrounds us.
We will gather at the Willow Grove Nature Center (east entrance of Cromwell Valley Park). The ability to walk for a mile and stand for ten minutes at a time along the trail is required. Please dress comfortably and wear good walking shoes. This offering is free, but please register for planning purposes and so that we can notify you if worship is cancelled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you!
DATE: Sunday, September 21, 2025
TIME: 2:00 – 3:00PM
COST: FREE
RSVP is now closed due to the program reaching its capacity.
LOCATION: Cromwell Valley Park, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd, Parkville, MD 21234 (meet at Willow Grove Nature Center.)
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATORS: Scott Slater and Greg Cochran
FACILITATOR BIOS:
Scott Slater:
Scott is a retired Episcopal priest and founding member of Well For the Journey. An avid outdoor enthusiast, he spent most Sunday mornings during Covid out walking his dog and listening to church services online as he walked. He recently experienced a worship service at an ecumenical monastery that emphasized inclusive and expansive language that inspired him to offer this worship alternative through the Well.
Scott lives in Towson with his spouse but is often traveling throughout the country in his motorhome and going on amazing walks and hikes in many different inspiring settings.
Greg Cochran:
Greg 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.
Greg and his wife, Carole, live in Baltimore. They have two children (26 and 24). Greg is a hiker, photographer, woodworker, and loves being with family – and is always desiring to be open and listening for the invitation of the Spirit.

Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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
What 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.
Drawing 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.
DATE: Wednesdays, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29/25
TIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
COST: $135
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson, Terri Smith, Maggie Lears, & Donna Mollenkopf
FACILITATOR BIOS:
Mabeth Hudson:
Through 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.
After practicing law for several years, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002.
Terri Smith:
Terri 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.
Maggie Lears:
Maggie 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.

Donna Mollenkopf:
Donna 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.

Reiki, Rest & Relax: Tools to Thrive (In-Person Program)
2025-09-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Join us for a nourishing small group gathering with certified Reiki master, Amy Pelsinsky. Amy discovered Reiki in 2004 when struggling with her own health challenge and has been sharing it with others ever since! She will gently introduce us to the healing art of Reiki and its benefits, offer a taste of Reiki to each participant, and empower us with tools to handle stress and thrive on our own.
Rooted in the Japanese tradition of energy work, Reiki uses gentle hand movements with light or no touch, to guide energy within a person’s body to encourage self-healing. Reiki helps shift your body’s stress response from its “fight-or-flight” state to a more restful state, kind of like a deep meditation or a heart-felt prayer. It is especially good at helping when we feel overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious.
Together, we will:
• Explore what Reiki is, how it works, and how it can support healing of body, mind and spirit.
• Participate in a guided meditation to calm ourselves and kick-start some healing vibes.
• Receive a short, individual experience of Reiki.
• Learn simple self-care techniques you can use at home to handle anxiety and stress.
All are welcome. No prior experience with Reiki or meditation is necessary. Whether you’re simply curious or looking for support in a challenging season, this gentle experience offers space to restore, relax, and thrive.
DATE: Saturday, September 27, 2025
TIME: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: $50
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Amy Pelsinsky
FACILITATOR BIO:
Amy Pelsinsky is an itinerant reiki practitioner who provides kind and compassionate intuitive healing and guidance online, in-person, and on the road. She is certified in Usui, Karuna and Holy Fire Reiki traditions. She earned a B.A. in English and French and a Master’s in Liberal Arts from McDaniel College. An award-winning writer, she has a passion for the environment and raising awareness of our role in taking care of the planet and each other. She is also a drummer, a dancer, and an avid traveler who always on the lookout for joy and adventure.

Transform Anxiety into Purposeful Living (In-Person Program)
2025-09-29 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-06 13:00 - 14:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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?
Join 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:

Identify their personal anxiety—physical sensations, thought patterns, triggering situations—through guided self-assessment tools.
Learn and practice techniques tailored to individual needs, including breathing and muscle relaxation exercises that reset the nervous system.
Cultivate customized emotional and cognitive regulation strategies.
Recognize specific behaviors and habits that inadvertently feed anxiety cycles and learn alternative responses.
And, create a personalized affirmation/prayer/spiritual practice and behavior change plan.

Some of the spiritual practices that will be introduced and practiced include:
Mindful Breathing with Intention
Practice breathing exercises while focusing on the idea that each breath connects you to something larger than yourself and physically calms you.
Connection to Spiritual Guidance
Recalling times you were guided by Spirit and learning how to stay in the flow of that divine guidance.
Grounding Through Gratitude
When 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.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or Tapping
Connecting with your pressure points resets anxiousness in your body and brings your mental state to serenity.
Personal Affirmations and Behaviors
Creating a statement to repeat which meets your individual needs and provides clarity and calmness in anxious moments, allowing you to choose healthy behaviors.
Join 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.
This 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.

DATES: Mondays, September 29 and October 6, 2025
TIME: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
COST: $45
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Paula McCoach
FACILITATOR BIO:
Paula 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.

My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
2025-10-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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.
As 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.
Reflecting on the reading together, you may find yourself identifying as someone who:
· Is seeking their own awakening moment
· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future
· Is healing from previous grief or trauma
· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth
· Needs inspiration around resiliency, vulnerability, and growth
· Is curious about holistic health and the mind, body, spirit, connection
· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic
· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life
This 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.
Add “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.

DATE: Fridays – 10/3, 10/17, 10/31, 11/14/25
TIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
COST: $90
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward
FACILITATOR BIO:
Donna 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.
Her 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.
After 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!

Breathing Through the Grief Journey: Opening Flow Through Heavy Hearts (In-Person Program)
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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.
Introspective 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.
We 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.
Amy 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.
Studies 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.
PLEASE 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.

DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2025

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
COST: $55
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Amy Kulesa
FACILITATOR BIO:
A 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.

OPEN HOUSE: Uncork & Unwind at the Well
2025-10-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
It’s time to gather once again Uncork and Unwind at Well for the Journey!
Whether 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.
For 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.
Please RSVP so we can plan appropriately!
If 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.

DATE: Thursday, October 9, 2025
TIME: Stop in anytime between 5:30 – 7:30 PM
COST: FREE
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
RSVP HERE

SOLD OUT: “Divine Rest” - A Sacred Sabbath of Stillness & Renewal (In-Person Program)
2025-10-12 10:30 - 15:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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.
Are 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?
Join 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.
Together, 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.
For 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.
All 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!
Come as you are and leave feeling restored, realigned, and deeply connected. Please bring a packed lunch for our gathering.
DATE: Sunday, October 12, 2025
TIME: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
COST: Early Bird Discount (purchased by 9/7/25) – $50; Regular Cost (purchased 9/8/25 and after) – $60
REGISTRATION is now at capacity; you may add your name to the wait list here.
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Kerry Martinez
FACILITATOR BIO:
Kerry 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.
With 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.
Kerry 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.
The 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.
To learn more about Kerry, please visit her website at www.soulrattle.com

Horizons Men's Group 2025-2026 (In-Person)
2025-10-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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.
Greg 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!
This season, the wisdom of Parker Palmer will inform our conversation through two of his books:
A 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.
Let 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.
Due 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.
If 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.
This registration is for the in-person session on Tuesday evenings.
DATES: Tuesdays – 10/14, 11/18, 12/16/25, and 1/20, 2/17, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, and 6/9/26
TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
COST: $200
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Greg Cochran
FACILITATOR BIO:
Greg 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.

SOLD OUT: Sound Soul Weaving: - A Seated Sound Bath Experience (In-Person Program)
2025-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
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.
Or you can sign up for our December Sound Soul Weaving here.
The 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!
We 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.
You 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.
We 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.
Please don’t delay! Sound Soul Weaving sessions at the Well sell out every time!
DATE: Sunday, October 19, 2025
TIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
COST: $50
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
REGISTRATION is at capacity; you may join the waitlist here.
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATOR: Jenny Ehrhardt
FACILITATOR BIO:
I 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.

Honoring the Earth Through the Ancient Languages of Drumming & Dance (In-Person Program: Sparks, MD)
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | The Hudson Barn at Delight Farm, 15225 Tanyard Rd., Sparks, MD, 21152, United States
“I cannot think of anyway to improve this heavenly experience. Most grateful for having such fantastic spiritual programming available in our area!” – Gabrielle
“It was transformative. The facilitators had such a lovely flow, individually and together.” – Martha McLaughlin
“Both facilitators were masters of their craft. Each taught with great authenticity and heart 💜. Hold Quarterly!” – Past Participant
“I loved this event. Katy and Lisa are just the best – so passionate and kind and just amazing!” – Jenny Ehrhardt
We 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.
The 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.
These 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.
Our day at the farm looks like:
Morning: Drum, Dance, Reflect, Dance
Lunch: Lunch break: Please bring a bag lunch and beverage
Afternoon: Afternoon: Drum, Dance, Reflect, Drum
No 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/
Come ground yourself in sacred rhythm and community—and leave uplifted and renewed.
Don’t delay! This beautiful and meaningful event has sold out in past years!
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DATE: Saturday, October 25, 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
COST: Early Bird Discount (prior to 9/29) – $90; Regular Cost (9/29 and after) – $100
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
LOCATION: The Hudson Barn at Delight Farm – 15225 Tanyard Rd., Sparks, MD 21152
IMPORTANT: 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!
FACILITATORS: Katy Gaughan and Lisa Bardack
FACILITATOR BIOS:
Katy 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.
Lisa 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.
