Guided Retreats — Rhythms for Life - RFL Soul Care

2761 Fynamore Lane

Downingtown, PA, 19335

4846781088

Coaching, Counseling and Retreat Ministry of Brett & Susan Payne

Coaching, Counseling and Retreat Ministry of Brett & Susan Payne

Silent Experiences: With Open Hands - A Silent Retreat for Men

Dates: Friday, Feb. 23 - Sunday Feb. 25, 2024

Arrival: After 3:00 p.m. Friday (Dinner at 5:30)

Departure: Before 3:00 p.m. Sunday

Location: Mariawald Retreat Center, 1094 Welsh Rd, Reading, PA 19607

The heart of the retreat will be the exploration of solitude, silence and stillness in the presence of Christ on the way to deepening inner awareness. It is a space where you can immerse yourself in the power of silence and let its gentle embrace lead you on a contemplative path of spiritual transformation.

For those who are new to silence there will be practices, guidance and support. For those experienced in silence there will be flexibility and plenty of time for solitude. Private Spiritual Guidance sessions are available upon request.

A key reference for our retreat will be Henri Nouwen's thought-provoking book, "With Open Hands," a guide to help you navigate what is often an undiscovered and unfamiliar landscape. It is suggested you purchase a copy before the retreat. A journal and hard copy Bible are recommended as well.

The cost for the weekend is $250 per person which includes two nights in a private room with a private bath and six meals: Dinner Friday evening, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Saturday and Breakfast and Lunch on Sunday.

Scott Miller, BSc,MTS, holds a recent Masters of Theological Studies with a concentration in spiritual transformation from Palmer Theological Seminary. As a former pastor with the United Methodist Church Scott's journey includes ministry within the Moravian and Mennonite communities conducting workshops and retreats. He played a key role in the creation of an engaging "second half of life" wisdom course, a collaborative effort with a local college, that empowers individuals to embrace the richness of life's wisdom. Contact: scott.miller1957@gmail.com

Brett Payne, MA, M.Div., after earning a history degree at Miami University, his studies took him to Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary for Church History and later an M.Div. in Church Music at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Over the past twenty-six years, Brett has been dedicated to Christian spirituality and spiritual formation, serving as a pastor and worship leader in various churches. For the past sixteen years, he's been in Pennsylvania, where he's found his true calling as a full-time spiritual life coach and leading retreat series with his wife Susan. Contact: brett@rflsoulcare.com

Brett & Susan Payne live in Downingtown, PA outside Philadelphia.

Brett: brett@rflsoulcare.com (484) 678-1088

brettpayne-rflsoulcare.as.me

Susan: susanlynnpayne@gmail.com (734) 604-0717