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COME AWAY WITH ME on Retreat Join us for a time of prayer, reflection, and an exploration of spiritual practices in the Christian tradition. May 4 – 5, 2018 Bergland Center at Camp Rockfish 226 Camp Rockfish Rd Parkton, NC 28371 Check begins at 4 pm and departure is after lunch the next day. $75… Continue Reading→
“The Spirituality of Kenosis: the Way of Self-Emptying and Christ-like Humility” with Rev. Jeremy Troxler Saturday, February 17, 2018 Time: 9:15 am-4:30 pm St. Francis UMC 2965 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, NC The great Christ-hymn of Philippians 2 uses the root of the Greek word “kenosis” to describe how Christ “emptied himself” to take the form… Continue Reading→
Beginning Wednesday, May 24th at 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. The series will run each Wednesday night until August 23rd. If you would like to find out more information, follow this link: https://www.bensonmemorial.org/go/living-our-faith-series/ If you would like to print or share this information, you are encouraged to use this pdf: Announcement – Living… Continue Reading→
Come Away with Me Sabbath Retreat Thursday, January 19th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm There’s a lot of talk these days about keeping Sabbath, but what does that look like amidst the hustle and bustle of ministry and everyday life? Follow this link to register: https://goo.gl/forms/exGY6srUkWG57abH2 If you would like to share or print this flyer,… Continue Reading→
YOU’RE INVITED! CAPITAL & FAIRWAY DISTRICT SABBATH KICK OFF Tuesday, August 2, 10am – 1pm St. Francis UMC, Cary (2965 Kildaire Farm Rd. Cary, NC 27518) Start the new appointment year off right! Connect with clergy and lay leaders during this practical, interactive workshop and time of fellowship. We’ll explore simplicity & Sabbath and how… Continue Reading→
The Conference Spiritual Life Committee is presenting a day of workshops for experiencing and learning to strengthen spiritual life in your congregation. The workshop will be held at West Nash UMC (2200 West Nash St. N, Wilson, NC) 9:30 am – 3:00 pm on Tuesday, April 12 so this is also a special invitation to persons in… Continue Reading→