We live in a time of radical challenge and change.

Advent offers us rich material for prayer, conveying images of disruption, struggle, and endings, and images of reconciliation, birth, and beginnings. 

In this morning retreat, led by the Rev. Dr. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas, we will seek to create a space of prayer big enough to encompass both what disturbs and shakes us, and what brings comfort and hope. How do the images of Advent enlarge our capacity to midwife Christ’s birth within us and among us? 

Our time together will include presentations, silence, singing,
solitude, and small group conversation. If possible, please bring a candle and a Bible, and wear something comfortable for an
optional walk outdoors.

This free retreat is open to the public and is sponsored by both Episcopal dioceses in MA and by Southern New England Conference, United Church of Christ.