“Come away by yourselves to a lonely place, and rest awhile” Mark 6:31
Growth in the Christian life comes primarily through the discipline of regular prayer and study. Special opportunities for learning, silence and refreshment, though, can sometimes allow us to meet with God in powerful ways and can be deeply inspiring. These “mountaintop” experiences can renew us for the challenge of everyday life, as can the discipline of meeting regularly with a confessor or spiritual director for guidance and support. This space will serve as a “bulletin board” for information about study and retreat opportunities and will be regularly updated as new opportunities arise.
All Saints Convent: This traditional Anglican community for women provides opportunities for spiritual direction, retreats and study days at their convent located in a beautiful state forest near Baltimore. Women may make private retreats and men and women alike are welcome to join in the activities of their annual program. All are also welcome to their daily services.
Bishop Claggett Center: The Bishop Claggett center is our diocesan camping and conference center. Located on recently renovated premises near Frederick, the center sponsors a variety of programs throughout the year, often focused on the spiritual questions and needs of different groups of people. Upcoming programs include special retreats for young people, women and men.   For more information, visit the Bishop Claggett Center website: http://www.bishopclaggett.org/.
Some upcoming opportunities include:
January 9-11: “The B-I-B-L-E, Yes That’s The Book for Me.”- at the Bishop Claggett Center. This weekend features talks about using the Bible in everyday life and time for prayer, fellowship and socializing. $165, Call 301-874-5147 x102 to register.
January 18-19: Regional Youth Lock-In at St. Mark’s, Lappans. This free event is open to all Episcopal Youth in our region. See Dn. Steve for details.
January 23-25: Women’s Weekend at the Bishop Claggett Center. Includes worships, meditation, keynote address by Canon Mary Glasspool. $165. Call 301-874-5147 x102 to register.
February 6-8: “God..You Want Me to Do What?”: Men’s Weekend at the Bishop Claggett Center. Features music, discussion and a ropes course. $165. Call 301-874-5147 x102 to register.
