From the beginning of Pathways' formation, the rhythm of prayer has served to center us in God. Welcoming diverse faith traditions, prayer has served as common center for Pathways Retreat. A communal rhythm of weekly, monthly, and seasonal prayer, following the Christian liturgical year, scriptures, and contemplative practice, has grounded us in God's presence within and all around. Prayer empowers us to live out Pathways' mission, vision, and values, remembering that Pathways is made, loved, and kept by our Triune God. As a spiritual retreat center for Rest, Reflection, and Renewal, and with a tagline of "a place to be on the spiritual journey," Pathways is called again and again to return to the Divine Rest that heals, blesses, and transforms our lives.
One of the benefits of virtual prayers is that they continue regardless of weather. Tuesday - Thursday morning prayers are only online if Goshen Community Schools (GCS) have a 2-hour delay or cancellation. Friday’s prayer is cancelled if GCS have a 2-hour delay or cancellation. Questions? Ask them online or call 574-501-4473
The Land is Calling...Restore the Land, Restore the Soul Capital Campaign
Pathways Retreat's Board of Directors is excited to announce the public phase of a capital campaign to raise funds for a new pavilion, shortgrass prairie land restoration, and other outdoor spaces for rest, reflection, and renewal. To learn more about this project and how you can help, click on the button below.
Stations of the Cross are up in the woods at Pathways.
March 24-30
The Stations of the Cross will once again be available for Holy Week! Pilgrims can visit the Stations both in-person at Pathways and virtually, on our website, March 24-30.
Note that stations may not be up in the Pathways woods if there is inclement weather. Be sure to check back here for any updates.
A service of prayer and reflection for Good Friday. Seven lit candles will be extinguished with readings, silence and, meditation upon the last moments of Jesus' life. This will be a 25-minute, hybrid service, with options to join in-person at Pathways or online. Free of charge and no registration required - all are welcome.
Pathways long-time tradition of offering Stations of the Resurrection during Eastertide continues. Beginning on Easter morning, Stations of the Resurrection will be available in the woods at Pathways and online.
Practice: Body Blessing for Lent
This blessing may be done with another person or by oneself. Throughout this season of Lent… Forehead: May non-judgment resound in your thoughts of others. Ears: May you listen closely to how God invites you to grow. Eyes: May you slow down and look more intently at God's movement in your life. Shoulders: May you carry your difficulties with courage, trusting God's strength to uphold you. Hands: May the work of your hands overflow with love. Heart: May your heart soften and turn toward God. Feet: May you welcome God's companionship and guidance as you travel the path of life.
Remember that God’s Spirit dwells in you. Be at peace.
Pathways Retreat's Board of Directors invites you, as part of the community of supporters, to prayerfully consider people who you believe would be good board members. Pathways Retreat's ministry has formed and flourished for 16 years, in part, due to the amazing people who have said "yes" to this opportunity. To nominate someone, please complete this form.
A two-session experience for children in grades K-8. Participants will learn about native animals and their habitats while spending time in the woods at Pathways. Each participant will then learn about the process of making clay art by making their own clay creatures. Children will be able to take one of their clay creatures home and one will stay at Pathways to create a "hidden creature trail" to be enjoyed by visitors walking the trails.
When: Saturdays May 11 & 18 Grades K-4 attend in the morning: 930-11:30am Grades 5-8 attend in the afternoon: 1-3pm Suggested donation: $40 per child (includes all materials) Limited to 12 participants per session Facilitated by Steve Thomas and John Nafziger
Explore ways to bring more joy into your life through contemplative practices such as meditation, creative expression, walks in nature, visualizations, and attention to thought patterns. Through these practices, group discussions, and silent reflection, participants will be invited to be more aware of and open to times of joy. Register for one or more of the sessions.
When: Saturdays, April 13, 20, & 27 at Pathways Retreat 9:30-noon Suggested donation: $45-60 per session Limited to 8 participants Facilitated by Ruth Judy
Feeling the inner angst and emotional pain begin to take over, I made a practice of going outside to sit at the patio table, look at the trees and breathe. “I don’t understand!” “Why did this happen?” “Where is God?” “Who am I, now?” These questions seemed never ending. How would life ever move on? Slowly, I found my way. What I did not know at the time, was that I was discovering a framework that would continue to be life-giving for myself and others - the framework of transitions. Join me, bringing your own story of transition to this half-day retreat.
When: Saturday, March 23 Gathering at 9 am Session runs from 9:30 until noon Cost: Suggested donation of $45 - 60 Limited to 12 participants Facilitated by Karla Minter
Appropriate for all levels of participants, this hatha-style yoga class is designed to help us live in harmony with what Christine Valters Paintner calls sacred time, that is, “time spent being present to the moments of eternity available to us whenever we choose to pause and breathe.” Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm Cost: $15/session or $12/session when purchased as a series Facilitator: Malinda Elizabeth Berry Space is limited to 9 participants
Saturday, March 9, 10-11:30am (full class) Friday, April 5, 3:30-5pm Saturday, May 4, 10-noon Saturday, June 15, 10-noon
Zentangle-inspiried Art is the practice of mindfully drawing images from repetitive and structured patterns. It becomes a form of artistic mediation as one becomes completely engrossed in making each pattern. There are no mistakes, only opportunities, in Meditative Zentangle-inspired Art! When: Saturday, March 9, 10-11:30 am (full class) Friday, April 5, 3:30-5 pm Saturday, May 4, 10-noon Saturday, June 15, 10-noon
Suggested donation: $25-45. All art supplies are included. Facilitator: Sylvie Gudin, artist & spiritual director Register for one class or all three - limit of 9 participants per session
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