Well for the Journey

Group Spiritual Direction 23/24 with Franklin Adkinson (In-Person Program)
2023-10-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Group spiritual direction is a process in which people gather together on a regular basis to assist one another in an ongoing awareness of God (Spirit, Source, Creator, whatever your word is) in all of life. They are seeking support for their responsiveness to God and they agree to support others in that same responsiveness. Three conditions are essential to the life of the group. Members must agree to:
* commit themselves to an honest relationship with God
* to participate wholeheartedly in the group process through prayerful listening and response
* to open their spiritual journeys for consideration by others
This contemplative approach to spiritual direction is grounded in the model that originated at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington, DC. The group is limited to five participants and is facilitated by Franklin Adkinson. The group will meet in-person at the Well.
This group has space for one new person this year. If you are feeling nudged to give Group Spiritual Direction a try, please call the Well at 410-296-9355. We will connect you with Franklin so that you can discuss your interest with him.
DATES: Saturdays – 10/21, 11/18, 12/16/2023 and 1/20, 2/17, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18/2024
TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

COST: $250

LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

FACILITATOR: N. Franklin Adkinson

FACILITATOR BIO:
Franklin Adkinson is an Episcopal layman with ecumenical and interfaith orientation, and a growing contemplative grounding. For 10 years he participated in and then facilitated group spiritual direction programs at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington, DC. Franklin has established similar GSD offerings at the Well over the past ten years. He also has led several Well programs exploring attempts to harmonize science and faith. Franklin has served as president of Shalem’s Board of Directors, and has served on the Well’s Board as well. He is a professor of medicine at The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

Horizons Men's Group 2023-2024 (Hybrid Program)
2023-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
“Where else could I go to have such a deep conversation about the spiritual journey with other men?”
This question is heard regularly as the Well’s Horizons Men’s group gathers to have honest conversations about how we might live out our spirituality as men in the world – within our daily living.
Past Horizons’ series have focused on themes such as the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith, the first and second halves of life, spirituality and imperfection, why do bad things happen to good people, and what can we learn from other faith traditions – just to name a few!
The 2023-24 Horizons discussions will be guided by Brian McLaren’s book, Do I Stay Christian: A Guide for the Doubters, the Disappointed, and the Disillusioned. McLaren says, “There is a way to say both ‘yes’ and ‘no’ to the question of staying Christian by shifting the focus from whether we stay Christian to how we stay human.” So, it follows that the question, “Are we living out of the truth of our tradition or from its doctrine, dogma, and “supposed to(s)?” is one for all faith journeys. We will use McLaren’s book to guide us into this wider conversation.
If you are looking for a community where hard questions are welcomed and explored from the unique perspective of the male spiritual journey, we have a place for you. Join Greg Cochran, the Well’s Executive Director, for a free online information session to learn more about Horizons and see if this community is what you might be looking for – Tuesday, September 12th at 7:00 PM ET.
Horizons Men’s Group will meet on the second Tuesday in October and then the third Tuesday thereafter (November – June), from 7:00pm-8:30pm ET. Our plan is to meet in-person with the option to “zoom in” for those who may not live close by or for those for whom “zooming” is more comfortable. Come check us out!
DATE: Tuesdays, 10/10, 11/21, 12/19/2023 and 1/16, 2/20, 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18/2024

TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET

COST: $195
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy, here.

LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093 and Zoom: You will receive an email from Well for the Journey the week of the program, (usually 2 days in advance) with the Zoom Link. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. If you are unable to find the email, please search your email folders, including your spam folder. 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. 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.

Anam Cara Clergy Group 2023 - 2024 (Online Program)
2023-10-02 10:30 - 12:00 | ZOOM
Caring for others takes so much energy and can be “life-draining.” This is especially true in a congregational setting and for those who pastor to a community…especially in these challenging times.
The Well’s Anam Cara (Soul Friend) Clergy Group offers clergy what they regularly encourage for others – soul care. We invite you to a safe, sacred place just for you! A space where you have no responsibilities, can water your own soul, share, and just be without judgement or expectation.
The Well’s Anam Cara Clergy Group meets on the first Monday of the month October through June (adjusting for Mondays around holy days and holidays) from 10:30 am to noon online. Our rhythm is:
· A check-in time with one another
· A reflection prompt given by our facilitator
· 30 minutes of quiet, reflection time off screen (this is your time)
· A sharing time (optional) and a closing
Our facilitator is Cecilia Amaral. Cecilia has a deep commitment to encourage others to nurture authentic and thriving relationships with themselves, others, and their environments. Cecilia has extensive experience working with clergy from many denominations on an individual basis, in groups, and with denominational staff. She is uniquely gifted to companion clergy in the face of today’s unique pressures.
This is an ecumenical group for clergy who currently serve and who are retired. Please join us to nourish and care for your soul.
DATE: Mondays – 10/2, 11/6, 12/4/2023 and 1/8, 2/5, 3/4, 4/1, 5/6, and 6/3/2024

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM ET

COST: $95.00 for the series

LOCATION: Zoom – You will receive an email from Well for the Journey the week of the program, (usually 2 days in advance) with the Zoom Link. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. If you are unable to find the email, please search your email folders, including your spam folder. Thank you.
REGISTRATION is required; please register here.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy, here.
FACILITATOR: Cecilia Amaral

FACILITATOR BIO:
Cecilia Amaral has a deep commitment to encourage others to nurture authentic and thriving relationships with themselves, others, and their environments. Her decision to retire after more than 25 years as a Pastoral Psychotherapist and Educator has transitioned into her current practice as Spiritual Director and Certified Professional Life Coach. Cecilia’s integrated approach in companioning others on their journey leads to meaningful, personal, and relational transformation.
Cecilia began her involvement with the mission of the Well by referring clients to use the programs offered for their well-being. This evolved into her service as a board member, Board Chair, and current Circle Chair. She also currently serves as Spiritual Guide to the Board of Directors.

Group Spiritual Direction 2023-2024 with Cathy Rosensteel (In-Person Program)
2023-09-09 08:30 - 11:00 | Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address), 120 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Group spiritual direction is a process in which people gather together on a regular basis to assist one another in an ongoing awareness of God (Spirit, Source, Creator, whatever your word is) in all of life. They are seeking support for their responsiveness to God and they agree to support others in that same responsiveness. Three conditions are essential to the life of the group. Members must agree to:
* commit themselves to an honest relationship with God
* to participate wholeheartedly in the group process through prayerful listening and response
* to open their spiritual journeys for consideration by others
This contemplative approach to spiritual direction is grounded in the model that originated at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington, DC. The group is limited to five participants and is facilitated by Cathy Rosensteel. The group will meet both in-person at the Well and on Zoom (During the winter months as as noted below.)
This group has space for one new person this year. If you are feeling nudged to give Group Spiritual Direction a try, please call the Well at 410-296-9355. We will connect you with Cathy so that you can discuss your interest with her.
DATES (At the Well): Saturdays – 9/9, 10/7, 11/11/2023 and 3/9, 4/13, 5/11/2024
DATES (On Zoom): Saturdays – 12/9/2023, and 1/13, 2/10/2024
TIME: 8:30 – 11:00 AM
COST: $250
LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093
LOCATION: Zoom
REGISTRATION: Please all the Well at 410-296-9355 to express interest and we will put you In touch with Cathy
CANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy here.
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.
