A DAY APART: A MINI RETREAT SERIES
Come & set aside intentional times throughout the year to rest with God.
Welcome to a Day Apart Retreat!
We have been holding these retreats alongside the church seasons for years & have loved the rhythm & community it brings.
These days have been set aside for you to be with God in an environment of quiet restfulness. Each retreat day has a theme & a reflection guide to accompany you in your time with God. The retreat facilitators may be different each time, but are always trained Christian spiritual directors. These days coincide with the church seasons as you experience the story of your life enfolded in God’s story of salvation.
Ready to Hear More?
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A reflection on the theme offered by the retreat facilitator
A written guide with suggestions for prayer & meditation
Individual spiritual direction available throughout the day until spots are filled
Ample space for personal quiet & reflection as the day is held in silence
Drinks & snacks available throughout the day. Lunch is bring your own, which you can eat at any point or join in a beautiful communal silent meal together.
Time for communal sharing & listening as we close our day together
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The fee per person for A Day Apart retreat is $45. If you are bringing A Day Apart to your church or organization we will offer you a separate group rate.
We will send more information on how to pay with your registration confirmation email.
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We typically hold these retreats in-person at a church in the New England area of the U.S. Check back on our website, or join our email list, for the most up to date information on where the next one will be!
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If you have never taken one before these are a great place to begin! You will have time to chat in the beginning and as you reflect at the end of your time together. There is also individual spiritual direction available throughout the day until spots are filled. We encourage you to give a silent retreat a try and simply notice how it feels!
VICTORIA B.
“In addition to this being my first PAX event, my first time back in a church in three years, it was also my first experience of a silent retreat. And you know what? I loved it…”
Upcoming Dates
We are not yet accepting registrations, but mark your calendar for this year’s upcoming dates!
Advent Day Apart Retreat:
Saturday December 6th | 9:30am - 2:30pm | At the First Congregational Church in Essex, MA | $45 Per Person
Lenten Day Apart Retreat:
Saturday March 7th | 9:30am-2:30pm | In New England (Location TBA)
After reaching out, be sure to keep an eye on your inbox for a confirmation email from our Program Coordinator, Andrea Marshall. (If this is your first time connecting with us, you may also want to keep an eye on your spam or promotions folder!)
Meet Your Advent Retreat Facilitator!
HEATHER SHELDON
Heather is a wife, mom & neighbor. She loves to bake. An avid reader, you will rarely find her without a book somewhere on her person. Heather has been ministering to people in a variety of ways since her early twenties: first helping college students integrate their life & faith, then mining the rich lessons of parenthood alongside other moms while as serving beside her husband, who pastors a small New England church. When Heather's children were little a mantra emerged that she still embraces today: If you want to make a masterpiece, you've got to be willing to make a mess. Heather received her training in Spiritual Direction from PAX & it is her delight to accompany those who are seeking to listen to & connect with the God who is closer than their very breath. She currently works for Life/Work Direction, a small organization in Jamaica Plain, MA, that offers spiritual companionship as well as a process for vocational discernment.
Have More Questions?
Feel free to reach out to us to talk over email or schedule a time to connect! We’d be happy to chat & answer any questions you may have.
We also bring Day Apart retreats you! Please reach out if you would like more information on what this looks like.