Spend your lunch break reconnecting with nature in a more intentional way. We will meet near the education center at Halyburton Park every Thursday from Noon - 1:00 pm between FEB 26 - MAR 26. This is a weekly gathering in nature during Lent, offering gentle, guided sensory experiences inspired by the evidence-based medical practice of forest bathing. Each session starts with a 30-minute guided nature sensory experience and meditation followed by an optional 30-minutes for human connection with a circle of sharing time and brown-bag picnic lunch. Research shows time spent slowly, attentively, and repeatedly in nature helps ease stress, calm the nervous system, lower inflammation, and support emotional and physical well-being. Each session is an invitation to rest, listen, and receive God’s care through the natural world—allowing our bodies, minds, and spirits to be gently restored. All events are FREE and open to the public. Attend as many as you like, though it is encouraged to participate in the complete series for those seeking to establish a consistent, daily practice of more nature meditations. NOTE: These events are not certified forest bathing sessions, they are inspired by the practice and designed to encourage developing a deeper connection with God's creation on a spiritual level. These are rain or shine events. We will only cancel under severe or dangerous weather conditions. Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers or according to the weather forecast. Optional items to bring to enhance your experience: small backpack notebook or sketchbook pen/pencil water bottle brown bag lunch camping chair or mat
Mondays in Brown Hall from 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Please text or call Donna Philips at 404-226-5976 to register.
The Stillpoint Monday 5:00 ZOOM class will begin a new book study on January 12th. We hope you’ll join us for our weekly devotion and book discussion with our newly-selected book: Christian Minimalism by Becca Ehrlich. "Ehrlich’s insightful self-help guide will resonate with Christians wishing to streamline an overstuffed life."―Publishers Weekly Logically, we all know our purpose in life is not wrapped up in accumulating possessions, wealth, power, and prestige―Jesus is very clear about that―but society tells us otherwise. Christian Minimalism attempts to cut through our assumptions and society’s lies about what life should look like and invites readers into a life that Jesus calls us to live: one lived intentionally, free of physical, spiritual, and emotional clutter. Written by a woman who simplified her own life and practices these principles daily, this book gives readers a fresh perspective on how to live out God’s grace for us in new and exciting ways and live out our faith in a way that is deeply satisfying. If you are interested in joining us and need the ZOOM link, contact Shelley Hobson or Lynn Kozik.
Men of all ages are invited to play pickleball. We meet every Monday from JAN - MAY at 5:30 pm in Brown Hall. Bring your own paddle, if you have one--though it's not necessary, and a water bottle to stay hydrated. We have balls. Guests are welcome. See Matthew Hilliard for more details.
Ducks in a Row is a series of classes helping people prepare for the end of life decisions. Speaker topics include Advance Directives, Financial Planning, Estate Planning, Funeral Decisions. There are six classes, meeting every other week. Ducks in a Row is a non-profit. The class is free and the only expense will be $40.00 to cover the cost of the notebook you will use and take home with you. If a couple participates there will be an extra $5.00 because there will be pages that each participant will complete. The class size will be limited to 18 and registration is required. Contact Phyllis Smith for questions or more details.
Tuesdays in Brown Hall from 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Please text or call Donna Philips at 404-226-5976 to register.
Our POPS after dinner programs during Lent will follow the "Tell Me Something Good" curriculum. This Bible study opportunity meets at 6:30 pm in Kardia Rm 224. Each week we help shape the Lenten sermons, pondering what it means to share the good news of Jesus' life and ministry which included radical welcome, love for neighbor, care for the vulnerable, nourishment for the hungry, and nonviolence in the face of injustice. We will use the Lenten scripture passages and devotional guide. This weekly Bible study is led by Rev. Katie Harrington and Rev. Parker Lucas, Dinner is offered in Brown Hall at 5:30 pm.
Ducks in a Row is a series of classes helping people prepare for the end of life decisions. Speaker topics include Advance Directives, Financial Planning, Estate Planning, Funeral Decisions. There are six classes, meeting every other week. Ducks in a Row is a non-profit. The class is free and the only expense will be $50.00 to cover the cost of the notebook you will use and take home with you. If a couple participates there will be an extra $10.00 because there will be pages that each participant will complete. The class size will be limited to 20 and registration is required. Class schedule: March 18 March 30 April 13 April 27 May 11 May 18 Contact Phyllis Smith for questions or more details.
