Advent with the Magi:
Noticing God’s Presence
in our Spiritual Journeys
A Stillness Collective Advent Retreat
at Magnolia Cottage
in Lancaster, PA
We would love for you to join us for
An Advent Retreat in the countryside of
Lancaster, PA
December 13 - 15, 2024
The journey the Magi undertake towards Jesus birthday is much like journey we all take closer and closer towards Jesus over the course of our lifetimes. We see the signs of Jesus inviting us to follow; we move in his direction; we encounter obstacles and opposition and have to decide if we will keep the faith. Although our journey is long and won’t be complete while we are in our human frames, God’s presence is always with us.
Through Scripture reading, Lectio Divina, and time for silence and personal reflection, we will invite God to speak his truth into our lives and notice God’s presence through each stage of our spiritual journeys.
We will be heading to the countryside in Lancaster, PA to Magnolia Cottage, which overlooks 70+ acres of preserved farmland. There is space to rest and restore on long walks through farmland or sitting on the wraparound porch surrounded by rolling hills.
Our search for union with God is lifelong, often a strenuous trek punctuated by dark passages. If we are to persevere, we must take courage in God’s abiding presence all along the way. Even as we are traveling toward God as destiny, Emmanuel is already with us in manifold ways.
- Jesuit Wilkie Au
This retreat is for you if
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You feel drawn to a time of silence, solitude, stillness and natural beauty in the midst of a busy holiday time.
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You yearn for a deeper awareness and experience of God's presence at Advent and in all your life.
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You want to journey closer towards Jesus as he also draws near to you this Christmas season.
In our Advent retreat, as we mark the coming of Emmanuel who is always with us, we will follow along with the Magi as they first discern Jesus’ coming in the stars, go on their long journey to Bethlehem, encounter (and counter) the threat of Herod, and make their trip home. We will journey with them in five stages, noticing God’s presence through each stage of our spiritual journeys.
Stage 1: Seeing the Signs
Stage 2: Following the Star
Stage 3: The Joyous Encounter
Stage 4: A Dream and a Decision
Stage 5: The Journey Home
Itinerary
(subject to change)
Friday, December 13th
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Arrival
7:00 pm Wine and Cheese
7:30 pm Opening Meditation
Saturday, December 14th
8:30 am - Breakfast
10:00 am - Teaching and Guided Meditation
12:30pm - Lunch
1:30 pm - Silence/Solitude/Contemplation
5:30 pm - Guided Meditation
6:00 pm - Dinner (on your own - explore Lancaster restaurants)
8:30 pm - Examen - Debrief Day together
Sunday, December 15th
9:00 am - Breakfast
10:30am - Examen and Sharing
Departure
The Stillness Collective
The event will be hosted by Janine Rohrer and Carrie Myers, two experienced spiritual directors, ministry leaders, and co-founders of The Stillness Collective.
Janine grew up in the countryside of Lancaster County and looks forward to welcoming you to Magnolia Cottage for retreat and stillness.
Retreat Details
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Rooms and Pricing
Retreat Cost (including meals, snacks, and retreat guide): $400
Use code EARLYBIRD by Oct. 26th for the discounted rate of $360
Transportation (to and from Lancaster train station): $30
Rooms (rooms can be individual or shared by 2 people)
Option A: King Size Bed in a Large Private Room with private en suite bathroom - $132 per night
Option B: Private King Size bed (can transition to 2 Twin XL Beds), with desk, attached Jack and Jill bathroom - $121 per night
Option C: Private King Size bed (can transition to 2 Twin XL Beds),attached Jack and Jill bathroom - $110 per night
Option D: Room with double bed and single bed - hallway bathroom shared with one other room - $110 per night
Option E: Private King Size bed (can transition to 2 Twin XL Beds) - hallway bathroom shared with one other room - $88 per night
Online registration is for the retreat cost. Costs for transportation and rooms will be billed separately.
The retreat is limited to 10 participants and needs a minimum of 5 participants.
Register HERE for a free Advent Retreat Zoom Info Meeting with a Guided Meditation on Thursday, Oct. 17th at 7pm.
