Programs - One Day Workshops

The Holy Isle of Iona: Home of Celtic Christianity

The holy island of Iona, off the west coast of Scotland, is a remote and mystical place that for over 1000 years has been a pilgrimage destination for people from all over the world seeking spiritual renewal. Pilgrims continue to draw from the island's beauty and deep peace, and the echo of centuries of worship in the Celtic tradition. We will meditate with Celtic prayer and explore the history, theology, and art of Celtic spirituality. We will learn how the ecumenical Iona Community witnesses to the presence of the Holy Spirit in its various ministries, and consider our own experiences in community and ministry.

Program check-in 9:00 AM

Program Fee:	$75.00
Room & Board:	n/a
Total Cost:	$75.00

The Meal Before Us: Food Beyond Mere Sustenance

Leaders: Adam Segal 
Program includes: Lunch

Every plate of food bears a multitude of connotations, many of which often remain unexamined. Food is ritual, food is emotion, and food can be punishment or reward. At the same time, while we enjoy the luxury of abundance we often ignore what we can learn from being hungry.

We will take the time to be present with food. This day will offer an opportunity for us to reflect on our choices…to be intentional...and to focus on what our immediate senses tell us. We will briefly explore how our increased exposure to a global culture is affecting the way we eat, the food choices we make, and what changes we can expect in our food supply. Whether you cook or not, it is tremendously helpful to know what keeps us away from the kitchen and what beyond necessity continues to bring us back.

This program will give you the opportunity to taste, play with foods, express yourself in the process, and learn a few cooking tips along the way.

Program check-in 8:45 AM

Program Fee:	$75.00
Room & Board:	n/a
Total Cost:	$75.00