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SUMMARY:Writing to Heal (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nLindsey 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. \n\n  \nDATE: Tuesday\, September 9\, 2025 \nTIME: 6:00 – 8:00 PM \nCOST: $35 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Lindsey Pope \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nLindsey 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/writing-to-heal-in-person-program-2/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction: Listening for the Sacred Together (In-Person with online sessions in winter)
DESCRIPTION:“I have been a part of this group for two years. Once a month\, I find respite in my busy life to connect with the divine as I understand it. Cathy holds a container that allows for deep reflection in community with other spiritual seekers.” – Rev. Karyn Marsh \n________________________________________________________ \n“We are all just walking each other home.” \n– Rumi \nDo you yearn for a deeper connection to God\, Spirit\, the Divine? Perhaps you sense an inkling that there is something more wanting to be explored – whether you come from a formal faith tradition or none at all. \nGroup Spiritual Direction (GSD) offers a safe\, sacred space for individuals to gather in community\, slow down\, and listen deeply—for the movement of the Spirit in their lives and in each other. Unlike therapy or problem-solving groups\, spiritual direction is a contemplative practice rooted in the belief that the Divine is already present and available in each person’s journey. \nIn this group\, faith traditions vary in formality and intensity\, some may have none\, and their name for God may differ\, but all are deeply committed to exploring their spiritual paths and supporting the spiritual journeys of each group member. The intent is not to ‘fix’ or advise\, but to listen attentively\, and as members caringly share what they feel and hear\, they help each other look\, with a finer lens\, at their own spiritual relationship. Gently guided by long-time Spiritual Director\, Cathy Rosensteel\, the group cultivates compassion\, connection\, and clarity\, helping each person notice the movement of Spirit in their lives. \nSeptember through November and March through May\, Cathy’s group starts their time together with a few minutes of conversation in the kitchen at Well for the Journey. During the colder months\, December – February\, they gather on Zoom from the coziness of their homes. When at the Well\, the group transitions from the kitchen to the living room to form a contemplative\, confidential and sacred listening circle. Using the GSD process formed at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington\, DC.\, Cathy invites the group with an opening reflection from a variety of sources\, such as\, Scripture\, poetry\, texts\, and/or prose and a time of gentle silence. When ready\, members share a response flowing from their deep listening and curiosity. This simple format\, repeated throughout each session\, invites meaningful conversation and deepening. The session closes with the sharing of prayer intentions. \nWhether you’re seeking a deeper relationship with the Sacred by whatever name\, navigating a life transition\, in need of discernment\, curious about that nagging inkling\, or simply yearning to be seen and heard in a soulful way\, GSD provides a space for deep listening\, soulful reflection\, and support for your unfolding path. \nIf you would like to join Cathy’s group or simply want to know more\, please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org. Please provide your name and phone number and Cathy will be in touch to discuss your interest. \n________________________________________________________ \n\n“I have been a member of Cathy’s spiritual direction group since the fall of 2020. Each session I jot down what speaks to me. Recently I went back and typed up my notes and then created this word cloud. Every session sparks deeper thinking and honest reflection for me. I look forward to our gathering each month.” – Becky Boynton \n \nDATES (In-Person at the Well): Saturdays – 9/13\, 10/11\, 11/8/25 and 3/14\, 4/11\, 5/9/26 \nDATES (Online via Zoom): Saturdays – 12/13/25 and 1/10\, 2/14/26 \nTIME: 8:30 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $250 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 and ZOOM \nTO REGISTER: Please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org.  We will put you in touch with Cathy so that you may chat and determine if  this program is a mutual fit.  Once that happens and if you’d like to move forward\, we will provide you with a sign up link. \nFACILITATOR: Cathy Rosensteel \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nCathy facilitates group spiritual direction in the Shalem tradition at The Well. She has an M.A. in Spiritual Direction and Pastoral Care from Loyola University Maryland. Kindled by a week-long silent Ignatian retreat\, she developed a deep appreciation for silence and the Spiritual Exercises. Furthering her interest\, she completed the 19th Annotation of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life. Her work in this area includes leading retreats on finding silence in everyday living and walking the labyrinth. Through private practice\, Cathy is honored to provide individual spiritual direction in the Middle River and Towson areas. \nCathy’s background includes teaching teacher education candidates and directing the Special Education programs at Loyola University Maryland. She also had a notable career developing innovative programs for students with special needs\, as a teacher and administrator with the Baltimore City Public School System. \nDrawn to the outdoors\, Cathy treasures time at home on Seneca Creek with her husband and dog. She enjoys designing engraved affirmation stones\, gardening\, and swimming. Often\, she can be found happily reading\, near or in a body of water\, or just sitting\, very still.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-listening-for-the-sacred-together-in-person-with-online-sessions-in-winter/2025-09-13/
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:Honoring Late Summer\, Preparing for Fall - A Sacred Circle Dance Gathering for Women (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSacred 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. \nIn 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. \nNo 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. \nIf 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! \nTo learn more about sacred circle dance and Lisa\, please visit Lisa’s website: https://www.evokethesacred.com \nDATE: Saturday\, September 13\, 2025 \nTIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM \nCOST: $40 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Lisa Bardack \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nLisa Bardack\, Sacred Circle Dance facilitator\, has been dancing most of her life\, feeling a deep sense of authenticity with this art form. It was in 1997 that she first experienced Sacred Circle Dance and fell in love with this collective experience of dancing ancient and traditional steps to wonderful music from around the world. She has studied Sacred Circle Dance for over 15 years through classes and conferences nationally and internationally and has been teaching since 2008. In addition to her background in dance\, Lisa has also studied yoga\, tai chi\, qigong\, NIA\, and other forms of dance\, cultivating a seasoned understanding of body movement as an instrument for joy\, healing\, and wisdom.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/honoring-late-summer-preparing-for-fall-a-sacred-circle-dance-gathering-for-women-in-person-program-2/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T130000
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SUMMARY:Drawn to the Cards: A Creative Introduction to Tarot (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBrian 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. \nNo 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. \n\n \n \nDATE: Sunday\, September 14\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nCOST: $45.00 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Brian Fitzek \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nBrian 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/drawn-to-the-cards-a-creative-introduction-to-tarot-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:The Laws of Life and Your Brain’s Health (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n~ Elizabeth Buckminster Sedgwick (1788–1862)\, Educator & Author \nQuestion: What makes for a long\, prosperous\, happy and healthy life?\nAnswer: It is never just one thing. \nWe 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. \nThrough 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. \nThese laws state that the quality of your life (or your health\, your business\, your marriage\, fill in the blanks) depends on the quality of: \n\nThe words you speak\, hear and read\nYour beliefs\nYour thoughts and emotions\nYour nutrition – what you put in your mouth\nThe care you give your body\nYour relationships\nYour vocation/profession/hobbies/job\n\nEssentially\, 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. \nParticipants 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!\n\nDATE: Thursday\, September 18\, 2025 \nTIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nCOST: $40 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Dr. David Ajibade \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDr. 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. \nDavid 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
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/the-laws-of-life-and-your-brains-health-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Reiki\, Rest & Relax: Tools to Thrive (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRooted 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. \nTogether\, we will: \n• Explore what Reiki is\, how it works\, and how it can support healing of body\, mind and spirit.\n• Participate in a guided meditation to calm ourselves and kick-start some healing vibes.\n• Receive a short\, individual experience of Reiki.\n• Learn simple self-care techniques you can use at home to handle anxiety and stress. \nAll 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. \nDATE: Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 – 4:00 PM \nCOST: $50 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Amy Pelsinsky \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nAmy 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/reiki-rest-relax-tools-to-thrive-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Transform Anxiety into Purposeful Living (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety often signals that something within us is calling for attention—not just worry or a reaction to stress\, but a sacred yearning for change\, meaning\, and alignment. We find ourselves living in an age where the headlines seem designed to inflame both our personal and collective fears\, leaving us ungrounded and uncertain. Instead of suppressing or avoiding anxiety\, what if we could listen to it as a messenger? \nJoin Paula McCoach on a journey from understanding your unique anxiety patterns to embracing personalized practices and techniques for moving forward in life. This program is ideal for anyone seeking to not just manage anxiety\, but to fundamentally shift their relationship with it—converting its energy into a catalyst for authentic\, engaged living. In the safety of sacred community\, participants will: \n\nIdentify their personal anxiety—physical sensations\, thought patterns\, triggering situations—through guided self-assessment tools.   \nLearn and practice techniques tailored to individual needs\, including breathing and muscle relaxation exercises that reset the nervous system.   \nCultivate customized emotional and cognitive regulation strategies.   \nRecognize specific behaviors and habits that inadvertently feed anxiety cycles and learn alternative responses.\nAnd\, create a personalized affirmation/prayer/spiritual practice and behavior change plan.\n\nSome of the spiritual practices that will be introduced and practiced include: \nMindful Breathing with Intention\nPractice breathing exercises while focusing on the idea that each breath connects you to something larger than yourself and physically calms you. \nConnection to Spiritual Guidance\nRecalling times you were guided by Spirit and learning how to stay in the flow of that divine guidance. \nGrounding Through Gratitude \nWhen anxiety spirals begin\, learning to shift into naming things for which you are grateful can reconnect you to the sacred and transform your anxiety into peace. \nEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or Tapping\nConnecting with your pressure points resets anxiousness in your body and brings your mental state to serenity. \nPersonal Affirmations and Behaviors\nCreating a statement to repeat which meets your individual needs and provides clarity and calmness in anxious moments\, allowing you to choose healthy behaviors. \nJoin us to discover what resonates with your personal spiritual understanding\, while accessing self-patience and compassion in the development of these life-giving practices. Whether you are navigating a life transition\, managing chronic worry\, or longing for deeper peace\, this program offers a soulful path forward. \nThis program will be offered both in-person at the Well in the afternoon or online in the evening to allow for as many folks as possible to benefit from Paula’s teachings. This registration page is for the In-Person session at the Well. \n\n  \nDATES: Mondays\, September 29 and October 6\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 – 2:30 PM \nCOST: $45 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Paula McCoach \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nPaula McCoach is a former teacher and counselor with a passion for the Enneagram’s transformative potential. As an experienced Enneagram teacher and coach\, she specializes in helping others discover their Enneagram type and harness the power of their unique strengths. Based in Timonium\, MD\, Paula also dedicates her time to community service\, volunteering with the fundraising department at the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Department.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/transform-anxiety-into-purposeful-living-in-person-program/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250728T191207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T162327Z
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T113000
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Breathing Through the Grief Journey: Opening Flow Through Heavy Hearts (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:The journey through grief and loss engages all of our being and can be exhausting and confusing in navigating the many ways our body and spirit struggle to integrate the complex emotions and physical responses we experience. Grief has strong somatic components\, in addition to the emotional and spiritual aspects. We feel and process profound losses in our body’s responses of exhaustion\, digestive upset\, insomnia\, disruption in our eating patterns\, headaches\, among other symptoms. \nIntrospective Breathwork\, utilizing conscious connected (circular) breathing\, is a healing\, therapeutic modality which supports griefwork through somatic release. It invites us into deeper relationship with ourselves and the flow of our experience of grief\, as the grief uniquely manifests itself in our healing process. Breath is a bridge between our physical life and consciousness\, and its intentional\, mindful practice can ease the dysregulation in our nervous system during times of loss. It also supports the moving up and through to greater awareness and acceptance of emotions such as sadness\, anger\, loneliness and fear\, as well as numbness\, all very common within the one who is grieving.   \nWe all experience grief through a variety of losses\, transitions\, and changes – some personal and profound\, some communal\, some everyday losses in the seasons of life. We invite you to join Certified Introspective Breathwork™ Facilitator\, Amy Kulesa\, for a group session of conscious connected breathwork. Sometimes called “circular breathing\,” conscious connected breathwork involves deep\, diaphragmatic inhalations followed by natural\, unforced exhalation\, without a pause at the top and bottom of the breath. After a brief introduction to the history and practice of breathwork\, participants will breathe this way for an hour\, lying down on a mat or cushion\, to the accompaniment of ambient music. When breathing in this way\, you are in conscious control at all times of your own experience and can slow down or quicken your breath at any time\, pause to get a drink or use the restroom. \nAmy will offer support for you and your unique grief experience through compassionate and soulful presence and\, when appropriate\, through verbal prompts or gentle touch (with your permission). Following the breathwork practice\, there will be an integrative time of journaling\, stretching\, walking – whatever is helpful to you – to process the experience more fully and then a time of voluntary sharing as a group. \nStudies have found conscious connected breathwork to be very safe-rarely\, if ever\, do people experience adverse effects. Participants who are pregnant\, have a cardiac condition\, or other medical conditions such as bi-polar disorder or epilepsy\, need to be aware that this activating breath practice affects the entire body’s systems. Participants are encouraged to discuss their interest in the program with their healthcare provider. All participants will be required to sign a release form after registration and return it to Amy for review. \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is being held in the Upper Room at the Well. Participants will need to walk up the stairs to the 3rd Floor. We also encourage you to please register early! Registration is limited to 9 people so that Amy can give personal attention to each participant. Come with whatever you might be carrying and open the flow with your healing breath. \n\nDATE: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\n\nTIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM \nCOST: $55 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Amy Kulesa \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nA resident of Frederick\, MD\, Amy Kulesa has served since 2007 as the Director of Associates for the Sisters of Bon Secours\, USA. She earned a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Master of Social Work in clinical social work practice from Rutgers University. She is a graduate of One Breath Institute\, the Epiphany Academy of Formative Spirituality in Pittsburgh\, PA\, and the Bon Secours Spiritual Direction Institute. Amy is a Secular Franciscan\, is married and enjoys life with her husband and their four furry family members. She offers spiritual direction and enjoys facilitating retreats in which participants have the opportunity to discern the narrative of their own lives within the larger story of God’s abundant healing\, grace and mercy.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/breathing-through-the-grief-journey-opening-flow-through-heavy-hearts-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Transform Anxiety into Purposeful Living (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety often signals that something within us is calling for attention—not just worry or a reaction to stress\, but a sacred yearning for change\, meaning\, and alignment. We find ourselves living in an age where the headlines seem designed to inflame both our personal and collective fears\, leaving us ungrounded and uncertain. Instead of suppressing or avoiding anxiety\, what if we could listen to it as a messenger? \nJoin Paula McCoach on a journey from understanding your unique anxiety patterns to embracing personalized practices and techniques for moving forward in life. This program is ideal for anyone seeking to not just manage anxiety\, but to fundamentally shift their relationship with it—converting its energy into a catalyst for authentic\, engaged living. In the safety of sacred community\, participants will: \n\nIdentify their personal anxiety—physical sensations\, thought patterns\, triggering situations—through guided self-assessment tools.   \nLearn and practice techniques tailored to individual needs\, including breathing and muscle relaxation exercises that reset the nervous system.   \nCultivate customized emotional and cognitive regulation strategies.   \nRecognize specific behaviors and habits that inadvertently feed anxiety cycles and learn alternative responses.\nAnd\, create a personalized affirmation/prayer/spiritual practice and behavior change plan.\n\nSome of the spiritual practices that will be introduced and practiced include: \nMindful Breathing with Intention\nPractice breathing exercises while focusing on the idea that each breath connects you to something larger than yourself and physically calms you. \nConnection to Spiritual Guidance\nRecalling times you were guided by Spirit and learning how to stay in the flow of that divine guidance. \nGrounding Through Gratitude \nWhen anxiety spirals begin\, learning to shift into naming things for which you are grateful can reconnect you to the sacred and transform your anxiety into peace. \nEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or Tapping\nConnecting with your pressure points resets anxiousness in your body and brings your mental state to serenity. \nPersonal Affirmations and Behaviors\nCreating a statement to repeat which meets your individual needs and provides clarity and calmness in anxious moments\, allowing you to choose healthy behaviors. \nJoin us to discover what resonates with your personal spiritual understanding\, while accessing self-patience and compassion in the development of these life-giving practices. Whether you are navigating a life transition\, managing chronic worry\, or longing for deeper peace\, this program offers a soulful path forward. \nThis program will be offered both in-person at the Well in the afternoon or online in the evening to allow for as many folks as possible to benefit from Paula’s teachings. This registration page is for the In-Person session at the Well. \n\n  \nDATES: Mondays\, September 29 and October 6\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 – 2:30 PM \nCOST: $45 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Paula McCoach \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nPaula McCoach is a former teacher and counselor with a passion for the Enneagram’s transformative potential. As an experienced Enneagram teacher and coach\, she specializes in helping others discover their Enneagram type and harness the power of their unique strengths. Based in Timonium\, MD\, Paula also dedicates her time to community service\, volunteering with the fundraising department at the Lutherville Volunteer Fire Department.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/transform-anxiety-into-purposeful-living-in-person-program/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250728T191207Z
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:OPEN HOUSE: Uncork & Unwind at the Well
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to gather once again Uncork and Unwind at Well for the Journey! \nWhether you are new to the Well\, been curious to learn more\, a long-time participant\, or somewhere in between\, we invite you to join us on Thursday\, October 9th\, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm for an evening of good company\, conversation\, and connection. This evening is a wonderful way to learn more about the Well and ask questions about our amazing Fall programming. Some of our program facilitators will be on hand to share specifically about their upcoming offerings. \nFor those of you who are already familiar with the Well\, this open house is also the perfect opportunity to bring a friend—or two—and introduce them to the Well\, sharing why this special place matters to you and nourishes your soul. We’ll enjoy some wine\, sparkling cider\, and light hors d’oeuvres as we gather in the relaxed\, welcoming atmosphere that is the Well. \nPlease RSVP so we can plan appropriately! \nIf you are unable to make it for Uncork + Unwind\, join us for Coffee + Conversations on Friday\, October 10 from 9:30-11 am at the Well. \n\nDATE: Thursday\, October 9\, 2025 \nTIME: Stop in anytime between 5:30 – 7:30 PM \nCOST: FREE \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/open-house-uncork-unwind-at-the-well/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:OPEN HOUSE:  Coffee & Conversation at the Well
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to gather once again for Coffee & Conversation at Well for the Journey! \nWhether you are new to the Well\, been curious to learn more\, a long-time participant\, or somewhere in between\, we invite you to join us on Friday\, October 10th\, from 9:30 – 11:00 am for a morning of good company\, conversation\, and connection. This morning is a wonderful way to learn more about the Well and ask questions about our amazing Fall programming. Some of our program facilitators will be on hand to share specifically about their upcoming offerings. \nFor those of you who are already familiar with the Well\, this open house is also the perfect opportunity to bring a friend—or two—and introduce them to the Well\, sharing why this special place matters to you and nourishes your soul. We’ll enjoy some coffee\, tea\, and breakfast treats as we gather in the relaxed\, welcoming atmosphere that is the Well. \nPlease RSVP so we can plan appropriately! \nIf you can’t make Coffee + Conversation work with your schedule\, please consider joining us for our Uncork + Unwind Open House on Thursday\, October 9\, 5:30-7:30 pm. \n\nDATE: Friday\, October 10\, 2025 \nTIME: Stop in anytime between 9:30 – 11:00 AM \nCOST: FREE \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/open-house-coffee-conversation-at-the-well/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T083000
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SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction: Listening for the Sacred Together (In-Person with online sessions in winter)
DESCRIPTION:“I have been a part of this group for two years. Once a month\, I find respite in my busy life to connect with the divine as I understand it. Cathy holds a container that allows for deep reflection in community with other spiritual seekers.” – Rev. Karyn Marsh \n________________________________________________________ \n“We are all just walking each other home.” \n– Rumi \nDo you yearn for a deeper connection to God\, Spirit\, the Divine? Perhaps you sense an inkling that there is something more wanting to be explored – whether you come from a formal faith tradition or none at all. \nGroup Spiritual Direction (GSD) offers a safe\, sacred space for individuals to gather in community\, slow down\, and listen deeply—for the movement of the Spirit in their lives and in each other. Unlike therapy or problem-solving groups\, spiritual direction is a contemplative practice rooted in the belief that the Divine is already present and available in each person’s journey. \nIn this group\, faith traditions vary in formality and intensity\, some may have none\, and their name for God may differ\, but all are deeply committed to exploring their spiritual paths and supporting the spiritual journeys of each group member. The intent is not to ‘fix’ or advise\, but to listen attentively\, and as members caringly share what they feel and hear\, they help each other look\, with a finer lens\, at their own spiritual relationship. Gently guided by long-time Spiritual Director\, Cathy Rosensteel\, the group cultivates compassion\, connection\, and clarity\, helping each person notice the movement of Spirit in their lives. \nSeptember through November and March through May\, Cathy’s group starts their time together with a few minutes of conversation in the kitchen at Well for the Journey. During the colder months\, December – February\, they gather on Zoom from the coziness of their homes. When at the Well\, the group transitions from the kitchen to the living room to form a contemplative\, confidential and sacred listening circle. Using the GSD process formed at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington\, DC.\, Cathy invites the group with an opening reflection from a variety of sources\, such as\, Scripture\, poetry\, texts\, and/or prose and a time of gentle silence. When ready\, members share a response flowing from their deep listening and curiosity. This simple format\, repeated throughout each session\, invites meaningful conversation and deepening. The session closes with the sharing of prayer intentions. \nWhether you’re seeking a deeper relationship with the Sacred by whatever name\, navigating a life transition\, in need of discernment\, curious about that nagging inkling\, or simply yearning to be seen and heard in a soulful way\, GSD provides a space for deep listening\, soulful reflection\, and support for your unfolding path. \nIf you would like to join Cathy’s group or simply want to know more\, please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org. Please provide your name and phone number and Cathy will be in touch to discuss your interest. \n________________________________________________________ \n\n“I have been a member of Cathy’s spiritual direction group since the fall of 2020. Each session I jot down what speaks to me. Recently I went back and typed up my notes and then created this word cloud. Every session sparks deeper thinking and honest reflection for me. I look forward to our gathering each month.” – Becky Boynton \n \nDATES (In-Person at the Well): Saturdays – 9/13\, 10/11\, 11/8/25 and 3/14\, 4/11\, 5/9/26 \nDATES (Online via Zoom): Saturdays – 12/13/25 and 1/10\, 2/14/26 \nTIME: 8:30 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $250 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 and ZOOM \nTO REGISTER: Please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org.  We will put you in touch with Cathy so that you may chat and determine if  this program is a mutual fit.  Once that happens and if you’d like to move forward\, we will provide you with a sign up link. \nFACILITATOR: Cathy Rosensteel \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nCathy facilitates group spiritual direction in the Shalem tradition at The Well. She has an M.A. in Spiritual Direction and Pastoral Care from Loyola University Maryland. Kindled by a week-long silent Ignatian retreat\, she developed a deep appreciation for silence and the Spiritual Exercises. Furthering her interest\, she completed the 19th Annotation of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life. Her work in this area includes leading retreats on finding silence in everyday living and walking the labyrinth. Through private practice\, Cathy is honored to provide individual spiritual direction in the Middle River and Towson areas. \nCathy’s background includes teaching teacher education candidates and directing the Special Education programs at Loyola University Maryland. She also had a notable career developing innovative programs for students with special needs\, as a teacher and administrator with the Baltimore City Public School System. \nDrawn to the outdoors\, Cathy treasures time at home on Seneca Creek with her husband and dog. She enjoys designing engraved affirmation stones\, gardening\, and swimming. Often\, she can be found happily reading\, near or in a body of water\, or just sitting\, very still.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-listening-for-the-sacred-together-in-person-with-online-sessions-in-winter/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: “Divine Rest” - A Sacred Sabbath of Stillness & Renewal (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, this program has reached its capacity and is now sold out.  A wait list is available just in case someone is unable to attend.  You can add your name to the wait list here. \nAre you longing to release stressors in life? Do you yearn to surrender to a Higher Power within you? Would you like to feel more connected to your Divine Source and embody that connection? \nJoin Kerry Martinez for a sacred day of Divine Rest\, an immersive experience designed to help you release stress\, reconnect with your sacred essence\, and cultivate deep Divine Rest. This is an experiential journey designed to connect deeply to your unique experience of the Divine. Through gentle somatic movement\, reflection\, journaling and powerful rest practices—including a sound journey and guided deep rest meditation—you will have the opportunity to soften\, surrender\, and open to the Divine within you. \nTogether\, we will take time to explore what ‘Divine’ means to you\, inviting curiosity and reflection. Through open-ended inquiry\, we’ll delve into the deeply mystical nature of how we define and experience the sacred. \nFor many years Kerry operated clinically as an Exercise Physiologist and mindful embodiment practices teacher which led her to further training and deepening in Somatics\, Yoga Practices\, QiGong\, energy work\, sound healing\, and other embodiment practices. Using this rich experience\, Kerry will lead an exploration of how stress is held in the physical body\, uncover its deeper roots\, and learn tools to assist moving stress through the body in gentle\, efficient ways. Learn how disconnection from rest affects your spiritual well-being and explore ways to reconnect consistently with the Divine in you. Together\, we’ll reflect on ways to create your own Sabbath—a practice of sacred stillness and renewal. \nAll experiences of meditative sessions can be completed in a chair. Just bring a small pillow/neck pillow to support a comfortable experience. Any embodiment movement is gentle\, kind and for all levels and abilities. These are techniques you can take home with you to practice easily! \nCome as you are and leave feeling restored\, realigned\, and deeply connected. Please bring a packed lunch for our gathering. \nDATE: Sunday\, October 12\, 2025 \nTIME: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nCOST: Early Bird Discount (purchased by 9/7/25) – $50; Regular Cost (purchased 9/8/25 and after) – $60 \nREGISTRATION is now at capacity; you may add your name to the wait list here. \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Kerry Martinez \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nKerry found the Well in 2024 and felt a resonance that brought her back again and again. Kerry lives in awareness of and deep connection with the Oneness of God. As an intuitive space holder\, meditative rest guide\, and sound facilitator\, she helps reveal the places where you may feel separate from God—your Divine Source\, the Creator of all. Her work is rooted in unconditional love\, reminding you of your wholeness and innate connection to the Divine. \nWith a background as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and mindful embodiment teacher\, Kerry has worked in hospital settings with many different special populations\, and trained extensively in somatic practices. Her sessions integrate deep embodiment\, curiosity\, humor\, sacred listening\, open dialogue\, and Divine wisdom\, creating a space where you are fully seen and accepted\, exactly as you are. \nKerry offers rest sessions\, embodiment\, meditation\, breath work\, sound immersions\, retreats\, workshops and private sessions—all grounded in the truth that you are already whole. In the presence of God\, you are your own healer. You are exactly where you are meant to be\, free\, boundless\, and unconditionally loved. Her intention is to guide you back to this remembrance\, to help you align with the highest dimension of life\, and to shine your unique Light into the world. \nThe love of God is both inward and expansive\, woven into the very fabric of your being. Kerry is here to hold space for you as you awaken to this truth. \nTo learn more about Kerry\, please visit her website at www.soulrattle.com
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/divine-rest-a-sacred-sabbath-of-stillness-renewal-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Horizons Men's Group 2025-2026 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Most men do not feel they can talk freely about their spiritual journey. At Well For The Journey\, we feel differently. The Horizons Men’s Group at the Well is a place where honest conversations take place about how we live out our spirituality uniquely as men in the world – within our daily living. \nGreg Cochran\, Executive Director at the Well\, has been facilitating Horizons for over ten years. Past discussions have explored a wide range of topics including the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith\, navigating the first and second halves of life\, spirituality and imperfection\, why do bad things happen to good people\, what is Truth\, and what can we learn from other faith traditions – just to name a few! \nThis season\, the wisdom of Parker Palmer will inform our conversation through two of his books: \nA Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life – explores the concept of living an “undivided life”—where one’s inner truth aligns with their outer actions and roles. \nLet Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation – explores what it means to find one’s true calling by deeply listening to one’s inner self and aligning with one’s authentic nature\, emphasizing that vocation isn’t a specific job title\, but rather a way of living authentically and embracing our unique gifts and limitations. \nDue to high interest\, we are pleased to offer two monthly groups this year – both graciously led by Greg! The Tuesday evening group will meet in-person at the Well and the Thursday evening group will meet online via Zoom. \nIf you are looking for a community where difficult questions are welcomed and explored from the unique perspective of male spirituality\, we have a place for you in Horizons. \nThis registration is for the in-person session on Tuesday evenings. \nDATES: Tuesdays – 10/14\, 11/18\, 12/16/25\, and 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17\, 4/21\, 5/19\, and 6/9/26 \nTIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM \nCOST: $200 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Greg Cochran \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nGreg has been the Executive Director at Well for the Journey since 2010. He is a graduate of Clemson University and Southern Seminary. Greg was Associate Pastor at Woodbrook Baptist Church serving from 1988-2022. He also is a program/retreat facilitator and a spiritual companion. He completed the Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program (SGP) in 2009 and is currently a SGP staff member. He is also a mentor for Paseo’s “The Stewards of Mystery” Spiritual Guidance Program in Cottonwood\, Idaho.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/horizons-mens-group-2025-2026-in-person/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T113000
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250819T191426Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT:  Sound Soul Weaving: - A Seated Sound Bath Experience (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:This program has reached its capacity and is now sold out.  We have created a wait list for this program should someone be unable to attend.  You can join the wait list here. \nOr you can sign up for our December Sound Soul Weaving here. \nThe practice of sound bathing has gained popularity recently but is actually a healing practice that is thousands of years old with deep roots in cultures around the world. Jenny Ehrhardt has been facilitating sound offerings for several years\, incorporating her first love as an herbalist into all that she offers. Integrating sound using crystal chakra bowls\, bells\, song\, and rattles with plants and sweetness from the earth\, opens our hearts and nourishes the soul for the healing of the world. What a perfect combination for the Well community and all who seek soul nourishment and healing for self and others! \nWe are thrilled to welcome Jenny back to the Well for another session of healing\, renewal and nourishment. Jenny will offer a time of stillness\, sacred listening\, reflection\, and alignment with spirit that invites us to take care of ourselves as well as send love and peace out into the world through our vibrations\, prayers and the collective spiritual intention of a sacred community. \nYou will be seated for this session which will begin with a time of introduction and honoring of each participant\, inviting plant spirit connection to our intentions/prayers and sound healing meditation. Healing sound helps break up trauma in the body and assists in releasing whatever no longer serves us. This is so important in our culture and world today. At the end of the session\, Jenny will share seasonal herbal tea and a sweet offering to help integrate and embody the experience. \nWe are thrilled that Jenny found the Well (literally in her own neighborhood!) and is sharing her gifts of love and presence now as part of the Well community. We invite you to join Jenny and trust this ancient healing process of soul sound weaving for the renewal of your body\, mind and spirit and the nourishment of your soul. \nPlease don’t delay! Sound Soul Weaving sessions at the Well sell out every time! \nDATE: Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 \nTIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM \nCOST: $50 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is at capacity; you may join the waitlist here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Jenny Ehrhardt \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nI have been fortunate to work with two other women facilitating sound offerings on the Eastern Shore. I have seen so many beautiful effects this work has had on so many people\, including myself. I feel honored to be working with the bowls and other sounds to help connect us to something much deeper\, Ourselves. Working with all ages on many different levels\, I see the peace come over most people in a very surprising way. I have been called to create small\, intimate sound offerings right here in my hometown. I am grateful to have found Well for the Journey\, which has become such a sacred place for me. I work deeply with the plants as well and had a small shoppe in Hampden for over 10 years. I have been called to service and I love plants\, sound\, and people who are open to change and learning and being in a community without judgement. Pure Hearts\, I feel this at Well For the Journey and look forward to connecting more and sharing and learning through sound and the plants.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/sound-soul-weaving-a-seated-sound-bath-experience-in-person-program-3/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Well%20for%20the%20Journey":MAILTO:lorie@wellforthejourney.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250728T191207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T162327Z
UID:22390-1761127200-1761132600@wellforthejourney.org
SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250728T191207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T162327Z
UID:22391-1761732000-1761737400@wellforthejourney.org
SUMMARY:Women at the Well - New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Women at the Well is a spiritual companioning program open to all women seeking space to listen for\, become more aware of\, and respond to the Divine in their daily lives. This small group program includes time for reflection and sacred conversation in the community of other women on the journey. Our Fall 2025 theme is: New Pathways: Fresh Perspectives on Discovering Our Innate Spirituality \nWhat if you knew how spiritual experiences can change your brain\, change your life\, and change our world? Emerging brain research tells us we are innately equipped for spirituality. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of science\, our stories\, and life experiences to discover how the brain awakens to the life force moving in\, around\, and through us. \nDrawing from Dr. Lisa Miller’s best-selling book\, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life\, we’ll take a fresh look at how our brains continue to grow and evolve spiritually. You will gain practical tools that lead to deeper connection\, greater fulfillment\, and expanded love. Our weekly topics will explore various pathways that can bring transformative shifts in our awareness and consciousness: neuroscience\, spirituality\, synchronicity\, awareness\, connection\, and awakening. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, 9/24\, 10/1\, 10/8\, 10/15\, 10/22\, 10/29/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $135 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATORS: Mabeth Hudson\, Terri Smith\, Maggie Lears\, & Donna Mollenkopf \nFACILITATOR BIOS: \nMabeth Hudson:\nThrough her leadership and writing\, Mabeth encourages people to listen to their inner wisdom\, discover meaningful connections\, grow through challenges\, and better love and be loved in the nitty-gritty of everyday life. Mabeth is passionate about attending to the spiritual dimension of being human in a practical way\, as it impacts all of one’s relationships. For over 20 years\, she has been developing and leading programs for spiritual wellness\, personal growth\, and leadership development. Her workshops\, classes\, retreats\, and writing offer accessible tools to integrate into daily life. \nAfter practicing law for several years\, Mabeth entered a discernment process which led to the co-founding of Well for the Journey in 2002. \nTerri Smith:\nTerri is a retired professional educator who has a special interest in encouraging spiritual growth by honoring the different learning styles with multi-sensory exercises and creative exploration. As one of the founders of the Well\, she develops curriculum and leads Women at the Well\, facilitator training\, and retreats. Terri believes that she is similar to many others in always seeking to enrich her spiritual growth and development. She is a member of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the mother of three. \nMaggie Lears:\nMaggie recently retired from the faculty of Towson University and is delighted to increase her time spent at Well for the Journey. She is a certified intuitive practitioner and has been involved with the Well for over a decade volunteering in several circles and facilitating workshops exploring mindfulness\, meditation\, intuitive eating\, and the chakra energy system. \n \nDonna Mollenkopf:\nDonna is a Women at the Well facilitator and curriculum writer\, as well as leader of various other programs at the Well. A former Well board member\, she has experience as a retreat leader\, pilgrimage guide\, and small group leader. Donna is the co-author of two books on spirituality and is an active member of her Lutheran church. A graduate of Shalem’s Soul of the Executive program\, Donna values a contemplative stance. She is married\, mother of a grown son\, two grown stepsons\, and a happy grandmother.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/women-at-the-well-new-pathways-fresh-perspectives-on-discovering-our-innate-spirituality-in-person-program/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250616T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T163523Z
UID:22839-1761904800-1761910200@wellforthejourney.org
SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-10-31/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250609T170145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T150431Z
UID:22221-1762590600-1762599600@wellforthejourney.org
SUMMARY:Group Spiritual Direction: Listening for the Sacred Together (In-Person with online sessions in winter)
DESCRIPTION:“I have been a part of this group for two years. Once a month\, I find respite in my busy life to connect with the divine as I understand it. Cathy holds a container that allows for deep reflection in community with other spiritual seekers.” – Rev. Karyn Marsh \n________________________________________________________ \n“We are all just walking each other home.” \n– Rumi \nDo you yearn for a deeper connection to God\, Spirit\, the Divine? Perhaps you sense an inkling that there is something more wanting to be explored – whether you come from a formal faith tradition or none at all. \nGroup Spiritual Direction (GSD) offers a safe\, sacred space for individuals to gather in community\, slow down\, and listen deeply—for the movement of the Spirit in their lives and in each other. Unlike therapy or problem-solving groups\, spiritual direction is a contemplative practice rooted in the belief that the Divine is already present and available in each person’s journey. \nIn this group\, faith traditions vary in formality and intensity\, some may have none\, and their name for God may differ\, but all are deeply committed to exploring their spiritual paths and supporting the spiritual journeys of each group member. The intent is not to ‘fix’ or advise\, but to listen attentively\, and as members caringly share what they feel and hear\, they help each other look\, with a finer lens\, at their own spiritual relationship. Gently guided by long-time Spiritual Director\, Cathy Rosensteel\, the group cultivates compassion\, connection\, and clarity\, helping each person notice the movement of Spirit in their lives. \nSeptember through November and March through May\, Cathy’s group starts their time together with a few minutes of conversation in the kitchen at Well for the Journey. During the colder months\, December – February\, they gather on Zoom from the coziness of their homes. When at the Well\, the group transitions from the kitchen to the living room to form a contemplative\, confidential and sacred listening circle. Using the GSD process formed at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Washington\, DC.\, Cathy invites the group with an opening reflection from a variety of sources\, such as\, Scripture\, poetry\, texts\, and/or prose and a time of gentle silence. When ready\, members share a response flowing from their deep listening and curiosity. This simple format\, repeated throughout each session\, invites meaningful conversation and deepening. The session closes with the sharing of prayer intentions. \nWhether you’re seeking a deeper relationship with the Sacred by whatever name\, navigating a life transition\, in need of discernment\, curious about that nagging inkling\, or simply yearning to be seen and heard in a soulful way\, GSD provides a space for deep listening\, soulful reflection\, and support for your unfolding path. \nIf you would like to join Cathy’s group or simply want to know more\, please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org. Please provide your name and phone number and Cathy will be in touch to discuss your interest. \n________________________________________________________ \n\n“I have been a member of Cathy’s spiritual direction group since the fall of 2020. Each session I jot down what speaks to me. Recently I went back and typed up my notes and then created this word cloud. Every session sparks deeper thinking and honest reflection for me. I look forward to our gathering each month.” – Becky Boynton \n \nDATES (In-Person at the Well): Saturdays – 9/13\, 10/11\, 11/8/25 and 3/14\, 4/11\, 5/9/26 \nDATES (Online via Zoom): Saturdays – 12/13/25 and 1/10\, 2/14/26 \nTIME: 8:30 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $250 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 and ZOOM \nTO REGISTER: Please contact the Well at 410-296-9355 or email us at programming@wellforthejourney.org.  We will put you in touch with Cathy so that you may chat and determine if  this program is a mutual fit.  Once that happens and if you’d like to move forward\, we will provide you with a sign up link. \nFACILITATOR: Cathy Rosensteel \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nCathy facilitates group spiritual direction in the Shalem tradition at The Well. She has an M.A. in Spiritual Direction and Pastoral Care from Loyola University Maryland. Kindled by a week-long silent Ignatian retreat\, she developed a deep appreciation for silence and the Spiritual Exercises. Furthering her interest\, she completed the 19th Annotation of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life. Her work in this area includes leading retreats on finding silence in everyday living and walking the labyrinth. Through private practice\, Cathy is honored to provide individual spiritual direction in the Middle River and Towson areas. \nCathy’s background includes teaching teacher education candidates and directing the Special Education programs at Loyola University Maryland. She also had a notable career developing innovative programs for students with special needs\, as a teacher and administrator with the Baltimore City Public School System. \nDrawn to the outdoors\, Cathy treasures time at home on Seneca Creek with her husband and dog. She enjoys designing engraved affirmation stones\, gardening\, and swimming. Often\, she can be found happily reading\, near or in a body of water\, or just sitting\, very still.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/group-spiritual-direction-listening-for-the-sacred-together-in-person-with-online-sessions-in-winter/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250616T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T163523Z
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SUMMARY:My Mystical Path: Not Your Typical Book Club (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a soulful and transformative book study that invites participants to reflect on their own spiritual stories while journeying alongside author Donna Shin-Ward through her memoir\, My Mystical Path: A Memoir of Finding Grace and Dignity in Life’s Hardest Lessons. \nAs we read Donna’s personal story\, we will explore the universal problems\, challenges\, fears and tensions that anyone who is called to the spiritual path must resolve in order to return home as a changed\, equipped\, and victorious soul. \nReflecting on the reading together\, you may find yourself identifying as someone who: \n· Is seeking their own awakening moment\n· Has limiting beliefs about their past or future\n· Is healing from previous grief or trauma\n· Desires to focus on personal development and spiritual growth\n· Needs inspiration around resiliency\, vulnerability\, and growth\n· Is curious about holistic health and the mind\, body\, spirit\, connection\n· Wants to explore what it means to be a modern-day mystic\n· Yearns to explore the experience of grace in daily life \nThis book club offers more than discussion about Donna’s memoir; it offers an invitation to reflect on your own hero’s journey of overcoming and opening to the many facets of Divine Love. \nAdd “My Mystical Path” to your summer reading list and join us in the Fall for this atypical book club! The book is available on Amazon. \n\n  \nDATE: Fridays – 10/3\, 10/17\, 10/31\, 11/14/25 \nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 AM \nCOST: $90 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Donna Shin-Ward \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nDonna Shin–Ward\, MS\, LCPC is a licensed Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist and certified Holistic Wellness Coach specializing in grief\, trauma\, and recovery from emotionally abusive relationships. Her practice is holistic\, honoring and healing the self from a mind-body-spirit approach. She earned her master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University\, a unique graduate program that integrates psychology and spirituality. \nHer book\, My Mystical Path is her legacy of love to those wishing to transform the unexpected in their lives also in a legacy of love. \nAfter 20 plus years of practicing therapy she is working part time\, tending her garden\, traveling\, spending time with family and hoping to write another book when the inspiration comes!
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/my-mystical-path-not-your-typical-book-club-in-person-program/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
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SUMMARY:Joyfully Honoring Ancestors and Other Beloveds: A Mosaic of Gratitude (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:I thought the whole experience was wonderful. The time spent exploring questions & haikus was so rich and helpful in preparing us for the experience of creating our mosaics. The guided meditation was also helpful in creating the pause I needed between what had gone before and what was to come. – Gwen Paduch \nIt was an excellent activity and afternoon. Everything was laid out for us. It was easy to follow instructions. I thought it was a great combination of activity\, reflection\, and interaction. The final product was beautiful and holds lots of meaning. – Anne Eikenberg \nThe program and Cinder\, as always\, far exceed my expectations. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the interactions that I had with others. Amazing day! – Past Participant \nI can’t think of anything to improve the experience. Cinder did a fantastic job of fitting so much into the time we had. I felt like I connected to all the participants and came away feeling very positive and centered – Anita \nFall’s poignancy and ritual shedding of leaves is a time that can bring grief closer for many. This joyful workshop honors the processes of grief and remembrance\, of letting go and holding on – wherever we may be in that vast field. It creates a vessel for group and individual contemplation\, self-expression\, and creation that provides quality time to remember and memorialize loved ones. \nWe will use a variety of creative practices and activities to remember\, share stories\, and communicate our love and appreciation for those who have left the earthly plane. Participants will engage in storytelling\, haiku writing\, and the design and creation of a colorful mosaic keepsake. Our conversations and sharing will help inspire us and quiet individual making time will enable everyone to appreciate and celebrate those we love. \nCommunity mosaic artist Cinder Hypki brings years of experience guiding groups in creative activities for celebration\, exploration and healing. She brings her mobile mosaic studio to the Well\, offering a sumptuous feast of materials for memorializing in mosaics. We are delighted to welcome Cinder back for her fifth mosaic offering at the Well. No prior experience with mosaics or any art form is required to participate. Cinder will guide every step of this joyful\, creative\, and life-giving process. \nTo learn more about Cinder and her amazing work\, please visit her at “Cinder Hypki – Artist” on Facebook. \n              \nDATE: Sunday\, November 16\, 2025 \nTIME: 1:00 – 5:00 PM \nCOST: $100 + $25 Supply Fee \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Cinder Hypki \nFACILITATOR BIO:\nCinder Hypki is an artist\, educator and writer living in Upper Fells Point\, Baltimore. She maintains a vibrant mosaic studio for her workshops\, commissions\, fine art work\, and as a staging ground for collaborative art projects.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/joyfully-honoring-ancestors-and-other-beloveds-a-mosaic-of-gratitude-in-person-program-2/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
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SUMMARY:Horizons Men's Group 2025-2026 (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Most men do not feel they can talk freely about their spiritual journey. At Well For The Journey\, we feel differently. The Horizons Men’s Group at the Well is a place where honest conversations take place about how we live out our spirituality uniquely as men in the world – within our daily living. \nGreg Cochran\, Executive Director at the Well\, has been facilitating Horizons for over ten years. Past discussions have explored a wide range of topics including the deconstruction and reconstruction of faith\, navigating the first and second halves of life\, spirituality and imperfection\, why do bad things happen to good people\, what is Truth\, and what can we learn from other faith traditions – just to name a few! \nThis season\, the wisdom of Parker Palmer will inform our conversation through two of his books: \nA Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward an Undivided Life – explores the concept of living an “undivided life”—where one’s inner truth aligns with their outer actions and roles. \nLet Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation – explores what it means to find one’s true calling by deeply listening to one’s inner self and aligning with one’s authentic nature\, emphasizing that vocation isn’t a specific job title\, but rather a way of living authentically and embracing our unique gifts and limitations. \nDue to high interest\, we are pleased to offer two monthly groups this year – both graciously led by Greg! The Tuesday evening group will meet in-person at the Well and the Thursday evening group will meet online via Zoom. \nIf you are looking for a community where difficult questions are welcomed and explored from the unique perspective of male spirituality\, we have a place for you in Horizons. \nThis registration is for the in-person session on Tuesday evenings. \nDATES: Tuesdays – 10/14\, 11/18\, 12/16/25\, and 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17\, 4/21\, 5/19\, and 6/9/26 \nTIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM \nCOST: $200 \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Greg Cochran \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nGreg has been the Executive Director at Well for the Journey since 2010. He is a graduate of Clemson University and Southern Seminary. Greg was Associate Pastor at Woodbrook Baptist Church serving from 1988-2022. He also is a program/retreat facilitator and a spiritual companion. He completed the Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program (SGP) in 2009 and is currently a SGP staff member. He is also a mentor for Paseo’s “The Stewards of Mystery” Spiritual Guidance Program in Cottonwood\, Idaho.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/horizons-mens-group-2025-2026-in-person/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
CREATED:20250812T174841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T175109Z
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SUMMARY:Journeying in Grief Through a Spiritual Lens: A Day-long Retreat in Autumn (In-Person Program)
DESCRIPTION:“And once the storm is over\, you won’t remember how you made it through\, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure\, in fact\, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm\, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what the storm’s all about.” — Haruki Murakami\, Kafka on the Shore \nWith a spiritual lens\, grieving the losses of one’s life as a journey allows human beings to understand the healing process in stages\, with accompanying tasks\, and with needs that are both universal and unique. Yet\, there are multiple faces of grief and diverse ways of expressing them. Since experiencing the global pandemic\, grieving as we once knew it has changed in innumerable ways. And\, as we continue to emerge into this new era of living\, our engagement with loss — both as individuals and in communities — has been incredibly impacted. This can\, however\, empower us to acknowledge our emotions and reflect on our experiences spiritually\, so as to heal and move forward in healthy\, positive ways. In solidarity with each other\, we can take steps toward expanding our openness to the powerful transformation that these losses and our grief work can lead us to. \nJoin us at the Well for this day-long retreat as we gather together for deep listening\, dialogue\, and other meaningful exercises. Autumn is a season in which we often shift our awareness to our interior lives\, as our senses and spirits bear witness to a pronounced time of dying\, emptying\, and releasing. So\, with the framework of journeying and utilizing a spiritual lens\, this retreat will invite you to ritually express your grief in the presence of community. Various resources will be offered to uplift participants as they consider their respective stories and navigate personal and collective landscapes of loss. Attention will also be given to some of the sacred tasks inherent to grieving the death of loved ones as well as other significant changes and transitions. \nPlease bring a bag lunch and journey with us through the spiritual lens of grief. \nDATE: Saturday\, November 22\, 2025 \nTIME: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET \nCOST: Please choose the option that works best for you! (see registration link) \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Gordon Creamer \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nGordon Creamer\, creator of the Mission Bridge\, currently serves as Program Director at Well for the Journey\, a spiritual wellness center in Lutherville\, Maryland. As a contemplative and creative builder\, he has held leadership roles in healthcare programming and operations since 2001 at various assisted living\, skilled nursing\, and hospice communities. He earned a Master of Arts in Spiritual & Pastoral Care from Loyola University and a Master of Arts in Theology from the Ecumenical Institute of St. Mary’s Seminary & University. Currently\, he is a candidate for the Doctor of Ministry Program at the Ecumenical Institute. \nGordon has facilitated a diversity of retreats and workshops that focus on creating opportunities for participants to explore and enhance their spirituality and well-being through various media and formats. He also participates as a peer group leader in the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation’s Transforming Community Program. His passions include uplifting the journey of adults\, individuals with memory impairment\, and members of the LGBTQ+ community\, as well as fostering support groups and programs for caregivers and those who are grieving losses. Trained as a spiritual director/companion\, end-of-life doula\, and Reiki practitioner\, Gordon welcomes all in discovering the spiritual life as a means of healing\, expanding\, and flourishing.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/journeying-in-grief-through-a-spiritual-lens-a-day-long-retreat-in-autumn-in-person-program/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T021602
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SUMMARY:Encounters with Angels: The Courage of Mary and Joseph (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Mary and Joseph each received a life-changing invitation from God—an encounter that disrupted their plans and called forth radical trust. Mary’s “Let it be” and Joseph’s quiet obedience reveal two different but equally profound ways of saying yes to the invitation. \nIn this Advent retreat\, we will enter into their stories and explore the courage and trust that shaped their responses. Together\, we will reflect on what it means for us to offer our own yes—whether in response to bold angelic announcements or to the quiet whispers of the Divine. In the company of Mary and Joseph\, we will attune our hearts and ears to the call of God in our lives\, considering how such a response can take shape in seasons of uncertainty\, upheaval\, or divine discontent. \nYou are warmly invited to join this day of retreat in sacred community at the Well. Our time together will include contemplative spiritual practices\, reflection\, periods of silence\, and opportunities for sharing in sacred community. A simple lunch of soup and bread will be provided. \nDATE: Saturday\, December 6\, 2025 \nTIME: 9:30am – 4:00pm \nCOST: $75\, includes lunch \nLOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD 21093 \nREGISTRATION is required; please register here. \nIMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email\, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts\, location information\, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you! \nFACILITATOR: Lorie Conway \nFACILITATOR BIO: \nLorie 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.
URL:https://wellforthejourney.org/event/encounters-with-angels-the-courage-of-mary-and-joseph-in-person/
LOCATION:Well for the Journey (Note: Lutherville address)\, 120 W. Seminary Avenue\, Lutherville-Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Programs
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