Pictures from the Advent Retreat on December 16, 2023

 All of us have an experience of the Divine. This retreat is an opportunity to spend some time in prayer and contemplation through joyful meditation using art. There will be prayer, silent reflection, and guided painting in response to images of Mary, the Mother of God and Queen of Heaven. There is no experience necessary, and all levels of artists are warmly welcome. This is first and foremost a prayerful engagement with God...the art is simply a creative outlet. Participants will be provided a selection of art materials for painting/drawing/collage to express your unique creative experience of the retreat. A flat painting surface will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own supplies if you have a particular type of medium (and canvas/paper/panel surface) you prefer to work with. All approaches are welcome!

This retreat will be co-facilitated by Rev. Rachel Field, one of the priests at St Mary's Northfield. Rachel has 15 years of experience leading contemplative retreats, and little artistic talent! But she has a great enthusiasm for trying new things. The Rev. Chris Jones is a retired Episcopal Priest, retreat leader, and spiritual director who lives in Brookfield VT. She has a background in music, theater, and painting. She is currently showing paintings at Third Branch Pottery in Randolph. Donations to offset the cost of this retreat are invited, but not expected, and we suggest a sliding scale of $20-40 per person. We will have 15 spots available so please make your reservation by Thursday December 14th to reserve your space. For reservations and any questions please contact Rev. Rachel Field, rachelf2000@gmail.com. (Click on Button below)