In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

This retreat is a contemporary adaptation of the classic Ignatian 30-day retreat, created for those who are not able to be away from family, work and other responsibilities. The central purpose of this retreat is to grow in spiritual freedom and find intimacy with God in the midst of action.

This weekend, anchored in Centering Prayer and silence, will afford time to rest in body and rest in God. There will be scheduled time for prayer, chanting and a labyrinth walk, but also time for optional activities such as journaling, reading, artwork, listening to the birds, gazing out over the waters of Long Island Sound, even napping. No previous Centering Prayer experience required. The weekend is for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

During this retreat participants will create a triptych that explores their connection to nature and the Source of creation. Rich imagery will be provided and participants will gather images that reflect on their experiences with nature and Spirit. Simple cutting, tearing and gluing techniques will be used to create collage imagery on your triptych, which could be used as a centerpiece of a personal altar or sacred space.

This weekend, anchored in Centering Prayer and silence, will afford time to rest in body and rest in God. There will be scheduled time for prayer, chanting and a labyrinth walk, but also time for optional activities such as journaling, reading, artwork, listening to the birds, gazing out over the waters of Long Island Sound, even napping. No previous Centering Prayer experience required. The weekend is for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

This weekend, anchored in Centering Prayer and silence, will afford time to rest in body and rest in God. There will be scheduled time for prayer, chanting and a labyrinth walk, but also time for optional activities such as journaling, reading, artwork, listening to the birds, gazing out over the waters of Long Island Sound, even napping. No previous Centering Prayer experience required. The weekend is for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

Explore five existential questions with the goal of cultivating a personal practice for awakening and for ethical living within or without the context of a religion.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

This retreat is a contemporary adaptation of the classic Ignatian 30-day retreat, created for those who are not able to be away from family, work and other responsibilities. The central purpose of this retreat is to grow in spiritual freedom and find intimacy with God in the midst of action.

This day of reflection will honor all losses and include the support of community, prayer, ritual and quiet — each valuable resources for healing a grieving heart.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

The practice of observing and sitting quietly in the woods or at the water's edge allows you to discover all the mysteries, secrets and lessons nature has to teach. This nature journal workshop will renew and refresh your spirit and nurture your creativity. All levels are welcome. No prior art or nature journaling experience is necessary.

Join us for a day of mindfulness during which we will practice clarity of mind, focus and the non-judgmental observation of experience as it unfolds from moment-to-moment. In a safe, relaxed atmosphere, a variety of mindfulness loving kindness and meditation practices will be introduced and guided.

Using story, literature, current research, art, poetry, and scripture, Second Half of Life classes focus on how elders are viewed across time and cultures. Participants then explore the opportunities available at this developmental stage of life. There is an optional social gathering after class from 3:30-4 p.m.

For this class, please also hold May 18-20. If you are registered for the School but cannot make this or other sessions, please call or email Rosemary Jones at 203.245.0401, ext. 114 or rosemary@mercybythesea.org.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.

In an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, confidentiality and prayer, men meet on a biweekly basis to talk about what really matters and support each other.