SABBATHS

SABBATHS

Resting in the Presence of God
God’s invitation to come closer, to experience more freedom, to deepen our joy in the mystery of life, is always present. We often are too busy to notice. Give yourself the gift of silence and solitude. Take time away from busyness to seek God. Allow yourself to rest in God’s presence and Divine Love.

What is a Sabbath?
A Sabbath is a designated time away from friends, family, work and responsibility. It is time set aside for you to know God in new and deeper ways. A Sabbath may happen individually or with a group of people. Time is spent in personal reflection, practicing spiritual disciplines and noticing the movements of the Holy Spirit within your own body, mind and life.

What happens at a Sabbath?
A Sabbath includes periods of reflection and focusing, silence and solitude, sharing and deepening as you reflect upon your journey with God. You are invited to rest, play, experiment, enjoy, and risk as you allow the Mystery of God to direct your time and to draw you deeper. You are supported in noticing the presence of God in your activity or non-activity and reflecting upon its meaning in your life.

How long is a Sabbath?
A Sabbath can be designed to fit any time frame: a morning, a day or several days. It may take place in any setting, for example, a retreat, a center, a church, a park.

God Waits
God waits for us
in quiet moments
Jealous of our use of time
Eager to hear us
Eager to heal us.
God waits.
Wayne Majors
Ponca City, OK

Isaiah 30:15 Revised Standard Version

"In returning and rest
you shall be saved;
in quietness
and in trust
shall be
your strength.”

The Rev. Elaine Andres , Spiritual Director, and Reiki Master for more information or to request a personal consultation.

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