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Thirsting for God
Who are the SoulJourners?
Life is a journey to be lived with mind, heart and soul. As we mature in our journey we become storehouses of wisdom and truth, as well as a degree of wealth. The SoulJourners Retreat (formerly the Senior Adult Conference) gives folks time together to reflect, grow, befriend, renew and seek God.
Theme Scripture
As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and behold the face of God? (Psalm 42:1-2, NRSV)
Renewal Room
Throughout the retreat, the Renewal Room will be open for your use as a place of prayer and connection to God. The Renewal Room includes opportunities to pray and meditate using experiential stations that include art, music, poetry, ritual, writing, Scripture, and nature.
Come and go as you wish – respecting the presence of others as you participate and pray.
2010 Retreat Theme
THIRSTING FOR GOD
How do we quench our soul's thirst for God? We will explore new prayer forms and spiritual practices as ways to tap into the wellspring of water God invites us to partake of in our daily lives.
Session Themes
Thirsting for God -- Called Across the River
Thirsting for God -- A Wellspring of Living Water
Thirsting for God -- Water for Healing
Thirsting for God -- Water in the Desert
Worship Themes
Thirsty upon Arrival
From Water to Wilderness
The River of Life
Leadership
The primary speakers for the retreat will be Val Isenhower and Judith Todd from Water in the Desert Ministries and ABC regional missionaries Dan and Estela Schweissing. Worship leaders will include Anne Jernberg and Kevin Padworski, both from Denver Calvary Baptist Church. John Pipe will bring his musical talents and enthusiasm to lead us in lifting our voices in song and our hearts in praise.
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Speakers
 Valerie K. Isenhower has co-authored two books on spiritual discernment with Judith A. Todd. She is the former Coordinator of Ministry of Worshipful Work and is one of the founders of Water in the Desert Ministries. Val has led spiritual formation retreats and taught classes in spiritual formation across the country. She specializes in using photography / visual arts in spirituality. As a photographer Val focuses on meditative and discernment photographs. Her photographs have been published, won awards and displayed in galleries. Val earned an M.Div. from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, is an ordained American Baptist Minister.
Judith A. Todd is co-author of two books on spiritual discernment, including Living into the Answers: A Workbook for Personal Spiritual Discernment . She is one of the founders of Water in the Desert Ministries: A Center for Christian Spiritual Renewal in Albuquerque, NM. Judith is a gifted teacher and has years of experience in adult education and spirituality. Judith taught Old and New Testament at Central Baptist Theological Seminary. She now teaches at the Ecumenical Institute for Ministry in Albuquerque and in the Religious Studies Department at the University of New Mexico as adjunct faculty. Judith has a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from the Graduate Theological Union, is an ordained Presbyterian minister.
Workshops
Choose one workshop in each section; sign up at the retreat.
Session 1
- Spirituality and Photography with Val Isenhower
- Mission with refugees in the Rocky Mountains with Dan and Estela Schweissing
Session 2
- Unexpected Spiritual Women in the Bible with Judith Todd
- Missions in Thailand with Karen Pinkham
Meals
Our nutritious meals will be served in the Guest Dining Room at 8 am, noon, and 6 pm. Special diets may be requested.
Bring
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Bible and writing materials
- Snack items to share during snack time: Cookies, fruit, veggies, cake, candy, nuts
- Table games to share and play.
Registration
Save $25 by registering before July 15th. Find the fees schedule and details on the Registration Form. Complete the form today and send it with your check to Ken Pinkham, Registrar.
AUGUST 15, 2010 IS THE FINAL DAY REGISTRATIONS CAN BE ACCEPTED.
All prices include two nights lodging and six meals per person.
Early Registration After July 15
Single Occupancy: $176.00 per person $201.00 per person
Double Occupancy: $146.00 per person $171.00 per person
Triple Occupancy: $133.00 per person $158.00 per person
Day Fee $15.00 Breakfast $9.00 Lunch $11.00 Dinner $13.00
$25.00 registration per person is non-refundable.
Check-in will be on Sept. 14, from 1:00 to 4:00. The retreat will close after lunch on Thursday, September 16th.
Tours of the grounds will be offered at 2:30 and 3:30. There will also opportunites for creative expression, art, and meditation.
Arrival and Departure
Check in on Tuesday, September 14, will begin at 1 pm at Francis Place, the Center’s administration building. The program will begin at 5 pm. Be sure to arrive in time to move into your room, get the lay-of-the-land and greet friends, new and old.
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Location:
The Franciscan Retreat Center at Mount St. Francis provides a quiet, reflective place of beauty for people of all
faiths. It received glowing reviews after last year’s retreat. The charism of the Center is the Franciscan tradition of sharing, hospitality and joyful service. Located in Colorado Springs (see map) the Center, at 6,200 feet elevation, offers 110 acres just 15 minutes from downtown, walking trails, animal life, private chapel, bookstore, an outdoor labyrinth, spiritual direction and massage. Sleeping rooms are located in Francis Place and Marian Hall. If you must avoid stairs, please request a first floor room. The short distance between buildings can be traversed by car or on foot. Come and soak up the Spirit and rest of this location and our challenging program.
Directions to Mt. St. Francis
RV Park: Colorado Heights Camping Resort, 19575 Monument Hill Rd., Monument, CO 719-481-2336
THIS MATERIAL MAY BE COPIED AND SHARED WITH ANYONE 55 YEARS PLUS.
COME BY THE CAR LOAD, VAN LOAD, BUS LOAD, TRAIN LOAD, CARAVAN—ANY WAY, JUST COME!
QUESTIONS? Contact Registrar, Ken Pinkham at 303-470-1306 or kenpinkham@gmail.com.
2008 SoulJourners Retreat
Senior adults seeking information about American Baptist retirement communities
in the Rocky Mountain Region are encouraged to go to www.abhomes.net.
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