A Comtemplative Pilgrimage Retreat to Chartres France
September 18-25, 2011
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Group sessions will incorporate ritual, visual presentations, song, teaching, interaction, and prayer. Special pilgrimage experiences will include: praying on the labyrinth after hours; a worship service in the ancient crypt chapel; an exclusive tour of the exterior roof-level; an introduction to the world-class, medieval stained glass windows by renowned guide Malcolm Miller; a six mile walking pilgrimage to the church from the original area where the stones for the cathedral were quarried; and a half-day silent retreat.
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.
Photo © Alain Louët
The Rev. Jill Kimberly Hartwell Geoffrion, Ph.D., a frequent pilgrim to the Chartres Cathedral, 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 significant 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
3:00-4:30 pm On-Site Exploration & Prayer at the Cathedral
(Optional Tours of Crypt, Roof Level, Stained Glass Windows,
and Six Mile Walking Pilgrimage)
4:30-6:15 pm Personal Time
6:15-7:00 pm Guided Contemplative Prayer at the Cathedral & Daily Debriefing
7:00-7:30 pm Cathedral Vespers (Sung in French)
7:30 pm Personal Time
Before Bed Self-guided Eventide Prayer in Retreat Center Chapel
10:00 pm-8:20 am The Great Silence
Program cost: $1895.00 includes accommodations and continental breakfast, three group meals, numerous guided cathedral visits, a half-day walking pilgrimage, and a private group labyrinth experience. Travel to and from Chartres and daily lunches and dinners are not included.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due June 30, 2011.
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 cancelled due to insufficient registration, all fees paid to date will be refunded.
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
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