About the Retreat
Going away on a retreat can be a transformational experience. However, it’s not always practical for many of us, especially during the busy holiday season. This Advent Guide invites you to experience a retreat within the rhythm of your everyday life. Through daily walks in your neighborhood, join Mary as she travels from Nazareth to Judea. Each walk highlights themes of the promised Messiah from the Hebrew scriptures, which echo in Mary's song, the Magnificat. Lace up your shoes and join us on this special Advent adventure! Tips for making a wonderful virtual retreat: * Consider using the "Wix Spaces" App (see link below) for easy access to the retreat from your phone. Once you log-in, click on Flourish Contemplative Center and look for the "Retreats and Programs" tab. * Walk with others: Invite friends, neighbors, or family members to join you for daily or weekly walks. You can also connect with fellow retreat walkers on the Wix Spaces app by clicking on the "Group" tab. It's a safe, private, and delightful space to share insights, photos from your walk, and encouragement. * Try walking alternatives like using a finger labyrinth, meditative coloring, or gentle stretching like yoga. You might also try other prayer techniques like centering prayer or imaginative prayer by imagining yourself walking and talking with Mary as she travels from Nazareth to Judea. Whether you choose movement or stillness, practice an open posture to God and allow the Holy Spirit to guide, reveal, and awaken you to the richness of Mary's song.
You can also join this program via the mobile app. Go to the app