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SUMMARY:FREE: Well-Being Wednesday (2nd Q 2024) - A Wednesday Morning Reflection Call (8 AM ET / Dial: (520) 525-8123)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Well-Being Wednesdays” each Wednesday morning at 8 AM ET.\n\nDial in #: 1-520-525-8123  (no access code needed)\n\nDid you miss the live call? You can now listen to all of the recordings here. \nLaunched in January 2023\, our Well-Being Wednesday free reflection calls have become a Wednesday morning ritual for many. We continue to provide our free\, 15-minute\, live reflection calls which include a message of inspiration that is contemporized for the challenging times in which we find ourselves as well as a library of past recorded calls. This is a free offering of Well for the Journey to continue our mission of cultivating spiritual well-being and nourishing community. \nFrom 8:00-8:15 AM on Wednesday mornings\, listeners will be engaged by a different facilitator (see bios below.) Various modalities\, including meditation\, intentional silence\, blessings\, and spiritual practices will be utilized alternately by facilitators to express the meaning that the theme bears for them. For the second quarter of 2024\, our centering theme will focus on “nature/creation” \nNo pre-registration or active call participation is required; Simply dial in a minute before 8 am and listen for the meditation to begin.   \nDial #: 1-520-525-8123 \nDid you miss the live call? You can now listen to any of our past reflection calls here. \nThe Following Individuals will be facilitating the meditation calls each Wednesday: \nApril 3rd – Gordon Creamer\nGordon is a retreat facilitator\, spiritual director/companion\, and Program Director at Well For The Journey. He is a native son of Baltimore City\, where he lives with his husband and two Siamese cats. \nApril 10th – Greg Cochran\nGreg is a spiritual companion/guide\, a staff member of two spiritual guidance programs\, and Executive Director of the Well. Greg lives in Baltimore and is passionate about spiritual deepening through nature\, woodworking\, photography\, and good conversations. \nApril 17th – Brian Fitzek\nBrian is a theosophist from the foothills of the Shenandoah Valley. He is interested in astrology\, mythology\, and the intersection of science and spirituality.\n \nApril 24th – Maggie Lears\nMaggie Lears 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. \nMay 1st – Fr. Joe Muth \nFr. Muth is the Chaplain of Notre Dame of Maryland University. He was the Pastor of St. Matthew Church for 30 years. He brings to the University his experience of working with immigrants\, gay and lesbian people\, transgender families\, youth\, and the elderly. He is a good listener and reflects on the Word of God with those who seek his counsel. He also likes to laugh with those entrusted to his care. \n\nMay 8th – Cecilia Amaral\nCecilia Amaral believes fully in each human being’s capacity for growth and development including his/her desire to connect with and be guided by the presence of God; however “God” is understood by the individual. A cornerstone of her connection with others is a respect for the wisdom and intelligence inherent in each person. This approach encourages others to listen to the promptings in their hearts and invites them to act with compassion and integrity. \nMay 15th – Freda Marie Brown\nFreda Marie is a Lightworker\, truth-seeker\, healer\, crone\, retreat leader\, writer and an Episcopal priest. \nMay 22nd – Mabeth Hudson\nMabeth Hudson is a co-founder of Well for the Journey\, writer\, program leader\, and spiritual director who focuses on practical spirituality in daily life. \n\n\n\nMay 29th – Donna Mollenkopf \nDonna is a part of the Well community in many ways. She is currently a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, and also leads some of the Well’s programs on mystics and other topics. She has also served on the Well’s Board and is the co-author of two books on spirituality. Donna values a contemplative stance and is married with a son\, two stepsons\, and is a happy grandmother. \nJune 5th – Greg Cochran\nGreg is a spiritual companion/guide\, a staff member of two spiritual guidance programs\, and Executive Director of the Well. Greg lives in Baltimore and is passionate about spiritual deepening through nature\, woodworking\, photography\, and good conversations. \n \n\n\nJune 12th – Lorie Conway \nLorie is a contemplative spiritual director\, group facilitator\, retreat leader\, and curious seeker of Divine Mystery who lives in Bel Air\, MD. She is on staff with the Well and the Shalem Institute of Spiritual Formation. Lorie enjoys playing in the dirt and has a passion for deep listening and accompanying others on their spiritual journeys.  \n\n\n\nJune 19th – Rabbi Emily Stern \nRabbi Emily Stern is the Spiritual Leader and Rabbi of Kol HaLev\, a Reconstructionist Synagogue Community. She is passionate about creative approaches to deepening our personal relationships to religion and mysticism through the arts\, self-expression\, meditation\, and inquiry.  \n\n\n\nJune 26th – Lisa Beacham\nLisa serves the world as a spiritual director and Enneagram coach and resides in Baltimore\, MD. Active within her church and the Program Circle at Well For The Journey\, Lisa recognizes her purpose in life is to create a world where people thrive. She loves traveling and discovering new foods. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/well-being-wednesday-1st-q-2024-dial-520-525-8123-2/2024-04-03/
LOCATION:Phone-In:  1-520-525-8123
CATEGORIES:Phone-In
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SUMMARY:The "Nature" of Journaling (Online Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join this three-part journaling series to examine the nature of your spiritual awakening. Each session will engage participants in examining their personal journeys related to mountains\, valleys\, and streams. Each is a metaphor for life and provides powerful connections to our spiritual life. \nLike a mountain\, life is full of challenges\, and great accomplishments. Taking time to look at the step-by-step journey of growth in our lives provides spiritual fulfillment. \nValleys provide focus on what matters most by putting forth the effort to look within\, find the blessing\, and discover the light. Understanding times of questioning and uncertainty directs our spiritual development. \nStreams flow with many twists and turns. Some streams “go with the flow’\, while others are content to follow a path and let the current take its course. The path of a stream can be compared to our spiritual path\, one of richness and new life. \nYou are warmly invited to join experienced journaling facilitator\, Liz Neal\, to deepen your journaling practice or start a new one! Through guided practice to include a variety of readings and prompts participants will reflect\, journal\, and share responses to these aspects in nature. Simple journal strategies will be shared and modeled. \nNo previous writing or journaling experience is required. You may join for individual sessions or the entire series. \nDATE: Fridays\, 3/1\, 4/12\, 5/3/2024\n\nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM ET\n\nCOST: $80 for the series of 3 sessions or $30 per session\n\nLOCATION: Zoom \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy\, here. \nPREPARING FOR YOUR PROGRAM:\nYou will receive an email from Well for the Journey at least 2 days in advance of the start of your program. 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. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. \nFACILITATOR: Liz Neal \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nLiz has made journaling a routine practice for over 30 years. She has been blessed with a “heart for journaling” and now focuses on helping others discover the numerous benefits and insights that regular journaling can bring to their lives. Liz and her husband live in Lutherville. She has worked in education as a teacher and administrator for over 32 years. She loves spending time with her grandchildren\, reading\, and traveling. \n 
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/the-nature-of-journaling-online-program/2024-03-01/
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction 23/24 with Franklin Adkinson (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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: \n* commit themselves to an honest relationship with God\n* to participate wholeheartedly in the group process through prayerful listening and response\n* to open their spiritual journeys for consideration by others \nThis 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. \nThis 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. \nDATES: Saturdays – 10/21\, 11/18\, 12/16/2023 and 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/16\, 4/20\, 5/18/2024 \nTIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\nCOST: $250\n\nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093\n\nFACILITATOR: N. Franklin Adkinson\n\nFACILITATOR BIO:\nFranklin 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-23-24-with-franklin-adkinson-in-person-program/2023-10-21/
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:Horizons Men's Group 2023-2024 (Hybrid Program)
DESCRIPTION:“Where else could I go to have such a deep conversation about the spiritual journey with other men?” \nThis 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. \nPast 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! \nThe 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. \nIf 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. \nHorizons 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! \nDATE: Tuesdays\, 10/10\, 11/21\, 12/19/2023 and 1/16\, 2/20\, 3/19\, 4/16\, 5/21\, 6/18/2024\n\nTIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET\n\nCOST: $195  \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here.\n\nCANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy\, here.\n \nLOCATION: 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.\n\nFACILITATOR: Greg Cochran\n\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. 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/horizons-mens-group-2023-2024-hybrid-program/2023-10-10/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Programs
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SUMMARY:Anam Cara Clergy Group 2023 - 2024 (Online Program)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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: \n· A check-in time with one another\n· A reflection prompt given by our facilitator\n· 30 minutes of quiet\, reflection time off screen (this is your time)\n· A sharing time (optional) and a closing \nOur 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. \nThis is an ecumenical group for clergy who currently serve and who are retired. Please join us to nourish and care for your soul. \nDATE: Mondays – 10/2\, 11/6\, 12/4/2023 and 1/8\, 2/5\, 3/4\, 4/1\, 5/6\, and 6/3/2024\n\nTIME: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM ET\n\nCOST: $95.00 for the series\n\nLOCATION: 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. \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy\, here. \nFACILITATOR: Cecilia Amaral\n\nFACILITATOR BIO: \nCecilia 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. \nCecilia 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/anam-cara-clergy-group-2023-2024-online-program/2023-10-02/
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CATEGORIES:Online Programs
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction 2023-2024 with Cathy Rosensteel (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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: \n* commit themselves to an honest relationship with God\n* to participate wholeheartedly in the group process through prayerful listening and response\n* to open their spiritual journeys for consideration by others \nThis 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.) \nThis 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. \nDATES (At the Well): Saturdays – 9/9\, 10/7\, 11/11/2023 and 3/9\, 4/13\, 5/11/2024\nDATES (On Zoom): Saturdays – 12/9/2023\, and 1/13\, 2/10/2024 \nTIME: 8:30 – 11:00 AM \nCOST: $250 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093\nLOCATION: Zoom \nREGISTRATION:  Please all the Well at 410-296-9355 to express interest and we will put you In touch with Cathy \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Please read our cancellation policy here. \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-2023-2024-with-cathy-rosensteel-in-person-program/2023-09-09/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
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