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Women’s Weekend Retreat -The Wisdom of Women: Learning from the Mystics Susan Stabile
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February 16, 2024 - February 18, 2024The Wisdom of Women: Learning from the MysticsIn the words of one author, “To rediscover the story of the Christian mystics is a great adventure. Their manifold experiences and examples can be truly empowering for our own lives. The Christian mystics speak to us across the centuries, and if we listen, we can learn something about the deepest experiences of their lives, so that we too may glimpse the glory of God and feel the healing touch of the Spirit.” Many of the greatest mystics in the Christian tradition have been women. This weekend offers an opportunity to consider and pray with the writings and reflections of some of these powerful women, including medieval mystics such as Hildegard of Bingen and Teresa of Avila, and more recent mystics, such as Thea Bowman and Simone Weil. Their writings, images, music and poetry offer much fruit for our own reflection and spiritual growth.
