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*Continuing Education and Professional Enrichment
for Spiritual Directors presents:

The Power of Forgiveness / A Lenten Retreat

When: Saturday, March 13 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.
Fee: $50 before March 6, $60 after. (Optional Lunch: $5.25)
Where: Martin de Porres Center, St. Mary of the Springs
2330 Airport Dr, Columbus, Ohio

Forgiveness is a process of healing that takes time and goes through many stages. We are all hurt as we journey through this life. Sometimes we are able to let go of the hurts, no matter how severe and at other times we hold on to them and let them blot out the joy and beauty of other life experiences. To continue carrying hurts is to choose to continue to hurt. In the long-term, the one I harm most by not forgiving is myself. To hold on to a hurt or grudge saps my psychological and spiritual energy, paving the way for negativity, cynicism, passive aggressiveness and spiritual boredom. Forgiveness is a gradual realization that I cannot control another.

This important topic of healing and forgiveness will be explored in a retreat format where prayer, input, time for reflection and dialogue will be experienced. Lent invites us to pause and take stock of where we are in our spiritual life. It is a wonderful time to ask god to "take away our stony hearts and give us hearts of flesh instead" (Ezek. 36:26), especially when we sense within ourselves an inclination to hold on to the hurt and pain. We need God's help in the process of forgiveness.

Facilitator: Sister Carol Ann Spencer, O.P. is a teacher, spiritual director and Coordinator of the Wellstreams Training program for Spiritual Direction. She holds degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry and a Certificate in Spirituality from The Institute for Spiritual Leadership.

Workshop on Eco-Spirituality

When: May 8, 2010

Mini-Course on Trends in Christian Spirituality

When: Spring 2010

Workshop on Masculine Spirituality

When: October 9, 2010

Wellstreams offers continuing education and professional enrichment opportunities for Spiritual Directors, Pastoral Care Ministers, Chaplains, or anyone in companioning ministry.

A spiritual director's education never ends. The completion of a training program is just the beginning of life-long learning and personal growth. While our workshops and seminars are specifically focused on the skills and issues needed in our ministry, the topics are certainly relevant to a number of professions. Our facilitators are all highly-qualified and experienced in their fields. Each one brings a unique perspective on compassionate ministry. All are welcome to participate.

Most sessions are 2½ to 4 hours long with average fees ranging between $25 - $55* *scholarship funds are available. Please do not hesitate to inquire about financial assistance. We strongly encourage advance registration for each program. Some sessions have limited space. Call (614) 228-8867

*For other events happening at the Spirituality Network
check the Events and Programs section.

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