Bridges is an eight month program begining in March, based on the writings of Thomas Merton
and other contemporary writers. This series will provide spiritual formation in the midst of a very
busy life. Each session begins with scripture and ends with prayer and is self contained, so you will
not lose out if you should happen to miss one.

Facilitator: Sr. Mary Clark
Fee $10 for 8 sessions (includes books)
Wheeling site: next date June 3rd - Daytime session 9:30am - OR - Evening session 7:00pm
Weston site: next date June 4th at 6:00pm

A series of evenings of reflection for mothers of young
children who are interested in exploring active and
creative expressions of spirituality from a variety of
faith traditions. Many reflections will be inspired by the
book "4am Madonnas: A Guide for Christian Mothers".

No creativity prerequisite, required.
Participants may come for one, two, or the whole series.

Facilitator: Kelly Reindel-Swan, is a graduate of
Wheeling Jesuit University with a degree in
Elementary Education. She has worked in a variety of spirituality programs for children and young adults,
and has three children of her own.

7:00 - 8:30pm
Fee $8.00

Paying attention to the present moment is a basic
religious practice. Modern Christian teachers remind us
that awareness in the present enhances our aliveness.
Come discover and gently practice a "mindfulness"
that allows regrets about the past and anxiety about
the future to fade in the peace of the present.

Facilitator: Bonnie Thurston is a WV native. She was a university professor and is a widely published poet and author. Her newest book, "Maverick Mark, Untaming the First Gospel", will appear in May, 2013 (Liturgical Press).

9:30am - 3:00pm
Fee $20 - includes lunch

Quilting has long been a part of our Appalachian culture
as women have always gathered together to create a
wedding gift or baby quilt. It was a time of sharing
stories, exchanging bits of gossip and matters of the
heart. Let the story continue this weekend.

Facilitator: Sandi Blackwell, is an artisan of the
Wheeling Artisan Center and the state artisan project "MountainMade.com". Her quilts have been on display
in many areas of West Virginia.

Friday 7:00pm - Sunday 10:00am
Fee $100 - Material list will be provided upon registration

On this retreat we will reflect on our lives and recall
what helped us form a relationship with God. What
has helped or hindered that passion for God? We
will focus on ways in which the fire can be rekindled.

Facilitator: Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D., is co-founder of
TATENDA International; and is the author of several
books on contemplative living and meditations with
Merton. Presently she teaches courses in spirituality
and has offered retreats in spiritual direction for more
than 25 years.

Friday 7:00pm - Sunday Brunch
Fee $100

This quiet evening offers opportunities for prayer,
song, and ritual. Light refreshments will be served.
Reservations are suggested.

7:00pm - Free will donation