Faith, Hope and Love Global Ministries www.fhlglobal.org

RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS

The Chartres Contemplative Pilgrimage is a one-week spiritual retreat utilizing the incredible resources of the UNESCO world-heritage site of the Chartres Cathedral.

This week-long experience is designed to support Christians who value holistic spiritual growth, are open to contemplative prayer, and want to serve others out of a fuller experience of God’s love.

Group sessions will incorporate ritual, visual presentations, song, teaching, small group discussion, and prayer. Special pilgrimage experiences will include: praying on the labyrinth after hours; a worship service in the ancient crypt chapel, a six-mile walking pilgrimage, and optional cathedral window and roof tours.

Jill Tim Chartres East Window
Photo © Alain Louët

The Rev. Jill Kimberly Hartwell Geoffrion, Ph.D., has published seven books on labyrinth prayer, two of which focus on praying with the labyrinth in the Chartres Cathedral.

Jill’s leadership style is enthusiastic, visual, devotional, and inviting. She loves guiding pilgrims to enter as deeply as possible into the beauty and love of God as it can be experienced in Chartres.

The Rev. Timothy C. Geoffrion, Ph.D., has taught extensively on the New Testament and Christian spirituality in colleges and seminaries. His two most recent books, The Spirit-Led Leader and One Step at a Time: A Pilgrim's Guide to Spirit-Led Living, express the heart of his teaching ministry and spiritual life coaching work throughout the world.

Tim's engaging style blends thought-provoking questions, relevant input, group interaction, and guidance for personal reflection. He loves teaching and helping others grow in every dimension of their life.

Jill and Tim enjoy using their complimentary gifts as they minister together. They will be joined by several other well-qualified leaders.

Following in the footsteps of centuries of pilgrims, we will spend time each day in the Chartres Cathedral praying and seeking God.

“I was glad when they said to me,
‘Let us go the house of the Lord.’” Psalm 122:1

7:30-8:15 am Breakfast, in silence
8:20-9:30 am Contemplative Prayer & Sharing in the Cathedral
9:30-10:00 am Tea & Coffee Break
10:00-Noon Group Sessions At Retreat Center
Noon-3:00 pm Personal Time Afternoon On-Site Exploration
& Prayer at the Cathedral
Optional Tours of Crypt, Roof Level, Stained Glass Windows,
and Six Mile Walking Pilgrimage
6:15-7:00 pm Guided Contemplative Prayer at the Cathedral & Daily Debriefing
7:00-7:30 pm Cathedral Vespers (Sung in French)
Evening Personal Time
Before Bed Self-guided Eventide Prayer in Retreat Center Chapel
10:00 pm-8:20 am The Great Silence

Program cost: $1695.00 includes accommodations and continental breakfast, three group meals, numerous guided cathedral visits, a half-day walking pilgrimage, and a private group labyrinth experience. Registration fee includes a $500.00 tax-deductible contribution to support the work of Faith, Hope and Love Global Ministries throughout the world. Travel to and from Chartres and daily lunches and dinners are not included.

Early bird special: $1545.00 if full payment is received by April 15, 2011. For others, a $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due June 30, and full payment is due Aug 1.

We will be staying in a monastic retreat center. Singles and double rooms with bathrooms are available on a first come, first served basis. Several rooms for couples are available. Room assignments will be made when full payment is received. Registration is limited to 25. If the pilgrimage needs to be canceled due to insufficient registration (fewer than 15), all fees paid to date will be refunded.

Faith, Hope & Love Global Ministries
1660 Hwy. 100 south, suite 426 St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-334-3340
info@fhlglobal.org



HOME MINISTRIES RESOURCES AFRICA ASIA EUROPE USA ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PRAY CONTRIBUTE CONTACT US LINKS	A Comtemplative Pilgrimage Retreat to Chartres France September 26-October 2, 2011 An Extraordinary Opportunity for Spiritual Growth RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS The Chartres Contemplative Pilgrimage is a one-week spiritual retreat utilizing the incredible resources of the UNESCO world-heritage site of the Chartres Cathedral. This week-long experience is designed to support Christians who value holistic spiritual growth, are open to contemplative prayer, and want to serve others out of a fuller experience of God’s love. Group sessions will incorporate ritual, visual presentations, song, teaching, small group discussion, and prayer. Special pilgrimage experiences will include: praying on the labyrinth after hours; a worship service in the ancient crypt chapel, a six-mile walking pilgrimage, and optional cathedral window and roof tours. Photo © Alain Louët The Rev. Jill Kimberly Hartwell Geoffrion, Ph.D., has published seven books on labyrinth prayer, two of which focus on praying with the labyrinth in the Chartres Cathedral. Jill’s leadership style is enthusiastic, visual, devotional, and inviting. She loves guiding pilgrims to enter as deeply as possible into the beauty and love of God as it can be experienced in Chartres. The Rev. Timothy C. Geoffrion, Ph.D., has taught extensively on the New Testament and Christian spirituality in colleges and seminaries. His two most recent books, The Spirit-Led Leader and One Step at a Time: A Pilgrim's Guide to Spirit-Led Living, express the heart of his teaching ministry and spiritual life coaching work throughout the world. Tim's engaging style blends thought-provoking questions, relevant input, group interaction, and guidance for personal reflection. He loves teaching and helping others grow in every dimension of their life. Jill and Tim enjoy using their complimentary gifts as they minister together. They will be joined by several other well-qualified leaders. Following in the footsteps of centuries of pilgrims, we will spend time each day in the Chartres Cathedral praying and seeking God. “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go the house of the Lord.’” Psalm 122:1 FLEXIBLE DAILY SCHEDULE 7:30-8:15 am Breakfast, in silence 8:20-9:30 am Contemplative Prayer & Sharing in the Cathedral 9:30-10:00 am Tea & Coffee Break 10:00-Noon Group Sessions At Retreat Center Noon-3:00 pm Personal Time Afternoon On-Site Exploration & Prayer at the Cathedral Optional Tours of Crypt, Roof Level, Stained Glass Windows, and Six Mile Walking Pilgrimage 6:15-7:00 pm Guided Contemplative Prayer at the Cathedral & Daily Debriefing 7:00-7:30 pm Cathedral Vespers (Sung in French) Evening Personal Time Before Bed Self-guided Eventide Prayer in Retreat Center Chapel 10:00 pm-8:20 am The Great Silence Program cost: $1695.00 includes accommodations and continental breakfast, three group meals, numerous guided cathedral visits, a half-day walking pilgrimage, and a private group labyrinth experience. Registration fee includes a $500.00 tax-deductible contribution to support the work of Faith, Hope and Love Global Ministries throughout the world. Travel to and from Chartres and daily lunches and dinners are not included. Early bird special: $1545.00 if full payment is received by April 15, 2011. For others, a $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due June 30, and full payment is due Aug 1. We will be staying in a monastic retreat center. Singles and double rooms with bathrooms are available on a first come, first served basis. Several rooms for couples are available. Room assignments will be made when full payment is received. Registration is limited to 25. If the pilgrimage needs to be canceled due to insufficient registration (fewer than 15), all fees paid to date will be refunded. Download a registration form. Download a brochure. For more information, or to register , please contact: Faith, Hope & Love Global Ministries 1660 Hwy. 100 south, suite 426 St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-334-3340 info@fhlglobal.org	The Mission Faith, Hope and Love Global Ministries exists to teach, inspire, and encourage ministers and leaders, equipping them to serve Christ more effectively. The Vision Better equipped, spiritually vitalized leaders serving Christ in strategic positions of influence throughout the world.

A Comtemplative Pilgrimage Retreat to Chartres France September 26-October 2, 2011

A Comtemplative Pilgrimage Retreat to Chartres France
September 26-October 2, 2011