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EVENTS CALENDAR
Looking for a retreat?
We offer retreats, workshops and events led by acclaimed teachers. Many retreats have the option for overnight stays in comfortable individual bedrooms. View the Calendar |
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| SPIRITUAL DIRECTION FORMATION |
| The 2018-2019 sessions of our pioneering spiritual direction formation programs are now open for application. Click the links, below, for program descriptions, dates and pricing, FAQs and resources. |
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ART AND PRACTICE FLOW
An Internship for the
Formation
of Spiritual Directors
The next session of the Art and Practice program runs August 2018-November 2019. This structure combines opportunities for contemplative process, reflective community learning, closely-mentored support and expert supervision, with an emphasis on practicum.
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SACRED JOURNEY
Foundational Year
in Contemplative
Christian
Spirituality
The next session of our Sacred Journey program runs September 2018-May 2019. If you have a desire to experience and explore contemplative processes, and a longing for a deeper relationship with God, this is the program for you!
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| TAIZÉ YOUTH RETREAT |
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INEXHAUSTIBLE JOY
A Weekend of Prayer and Reflection
with the Brothers of Taizé for
young people 16-35. An opportunity to join in a community of faith.
Fri-Sat, May 18-19, 2018
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Living Comfort, Living Joy
A new online retreat
led by Colette Lafia
Begins April 20, 2018
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Centering Prayer Intensive
with Catherine Regan and Joy Andrews Hayter.
A retreat for those who have some experience of Centering Prayer.
May 20-26, 2018
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Ignatian Retreat
Sr. Bernie Hart, Marilyn Granucci, Fr. Joseph McHugh. This silent Ignatian retreat includes opportunities for individual spiritual direction.
June 10-16, 2018
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Journey of the Soul
A Retreat with Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee
Apply soon! Only public retreat this year.
Saturday,
June 23, 2018, 10 am - 4:30 pm.
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Exploring Sacred Paths
Join us for three distinctive art exhibits by noted Bay Area artist Sally K. Green. Each is a unique self-guided spiritual retreat with its own theme.
Running January 3-February 28; March 1-April 3; and April 4-April 30.
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| EAST-WEST SPIRITUAL TALKS - FR. GREG MAYERS |
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New! Videos of Fr. Greg Mayers
In this new series of short videos, Fr. Greg Mayers focuses attention on essential questions of consciousness, viewed from a perspective of Christian spirituality and Zen practice. |
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Audio of Fr. Greg Mayers
Fr. Greg Mayers, resident teacher of the East-West meditation program, explores topics on Christian spirituality and Zen practice, and offers practical teachings applicable to people of all faiths. |
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| HANDO AUDIO LIBRARY - FR. THOMAS HAND |
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Fr. Thomas Hand, S.J. ("Hando"), founder of the East-West Meditation program at Mercy Center, led retreats that exploried the intersection of Eastern meditation and Western spirituality. We are now offering The Hando Audio Library, a selection of talks from 1991-2004. |
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Two videos of Fr. Thomas Hand filmed at Mercy Center.
Walking the Zen Christian Path: A personal account of the path.
Ever Ancient, Ever New: Video from 2005 East-West conference. |
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| CENTER RESOURCES |
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We can connect you to an experienced spiritual director |
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Mercy Center audio talks, teacher videos, and articles |
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Sacred Paths exhibits/spiritual retreats through April 30 |
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First Fridays, 8 pm in Mercy Chapel - all are welcome |
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Reserve Mercy Chapel for memorials & life celebrations |
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Mercy Center provides a place where women and men can become more attentive to the presence of the Divine in their lives and in the world, and then respond more fully in care of the Earth and service to others – especially the poor and the vulnerable. Program fees don't cover our costs. Add your support through our secure donation website. |
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