Upcoming Events

The labyrinth, a 40-foot circle containing a winding path, is an ancient spiritual practice of meditation and self-centering found in religious traditions from around the world. This labyrinth is a copy of the labyrinth in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France from around 1220. "Walking the labyrinth is a wonderful way to set aside some time for quiet retreat, unwind and listen for our deepest wisdom," said the Rev. Jeanette Stokes of the center. "While physically engaged in following the curving path, the mind can be…

Meet in Parlor in Carr Building (enter at door by playground off Gregson Street parking lot) Bring a bag lunch and something to drink. Newcomers welcome. No fee to attend. No need to register. The workshop location at Trinity Ave. Presbyterian Church TAPC is wheelchair accessible. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any accessibility questions or needs. Contact: events@rcwms.org

Fr. Richard Rohr calls the Enneagram a "powerful tool for self-discovery and spiritual transformation," one that doesn't put people into a box, but "works to free people from their self-created boxes." This workshop provides a primer to introduce this ancient tool for understanding individual differences, spiritual growth, and for promoting compassion. The workshop includes and evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the types, as well as the interpersonal challenges of each number. Leader: Georjean Blanton offers spiritual direction and…

Heading into 2020 with a clear vision and plan for self-care can make a healthier you your new normal. Join us as we discuss what accessible self-care can look like and we plan for a healthier normal in 2020! Bring your friends and discuss/design a squad care normal for you and your village. Leader: Kimberly Gaubault (McCrae) is an intentional lover of humanity and actively lives the self-care life about which she teaches and advocates. Her personal philosophy of interpersonal…

Walking a labyrinth is an ancient spiritual tool for reflection. The 40'x40' labyrinth laid out on the floor of the Sanctuary is a replica of the labyrinth found on the floor of Chartres Cathedral. Prayer stations on the perimeter provide resources for those who walk. Free and open to the public. Please wear clean socks. Sponsored by RCWMS and several Chapel Hill churches. Sunday 4/5: 4:00-8:30 pm Monday 4/6 & Tuesday 4/7: 6:30 am-8:30 pm Wednesday 4/8 & Thursday 4/9: 6:30 am-6:00 pm Friday 4/10: 6:30…

Meet in Parlor in Carr Building (enter at door by playground off Gregson Street parking lot) Bring a bag lunch and something to drink. Newcomers welcome. No fee to attend. No need to register. The workshop location at Trinity Ave. Presbyterian Church TAPC is wheelchair accessible. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any accessibility questions or needs. Contact: events@rcwms.org

Do you want to feel more connected? More energetic? More "in the flow?" Are you calm and peaceful even when those around you are not?  In this 2-hour workshop you will learn tools and information about your nervous system to grow your capacity by touching into your sensations, feelings, thoughts, and perceptions without becoming activated. Leader: New to Durham, Jane Austin is a coach, spiritual director, and somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP). Cost: Dana (payment based on what you choose to…

Wouldn't you like a week full of quiet days to think and write? Come spend a week of quiet and writing with a supportive group of women at the beautiful Trinity Center on Emerald Isle, NC. We observe silence in the daytime so participants can read, write, or rest. In the evenings we gather to reflect on the day and often share our work with one another. Room and meals are included. Everyone gets her own room. Her own space.…

Wouldn't you like a week full of quiet days to think and write? Come spend a week of quiet and writing with a supportive group of women at the beautiful Trinity Center on Emerald Isle, NC. We observe silence in the daytime so participants can read, write, or rest. In the evenings we gather to reflect on the day and often share our work with one another. Room and meals are included. Everyone gets her own room. Her own space.…