Our mission is to provide space for those seeking hope, comfort and peace as they explore ways of experiencing God’s love. |
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Dear Friends, At first glance, area trees still are green and loaded with leaves. But all of that is about to change. Several factors play into it, but one unchanging part is day length. As the hours of darkness increase, trees will begin to cut off nutrients to the leaves in order to store them for winter survival. Leaves will turn color and drop to the ground where, if they are not bagged up and carried away, they will provide nutrients back to the tree and an establish an ecosystem for a variety of creatures. Look a little closer now and you will see the change already happening. Some leaves have dropped, some are in the process, and some are holding their green a little longer. Spiritually, that might describe most of us. Some of us have already fallen away from the religion we may have known in the past. Others are considering a change. Still others are doing their usual routine but starting to feel something different. Middleway is a place where you can discover you. We are here as a community, experiencing all stages of seasons. Remember that leaves serve a purpose for the life of the tree no matter the stage. And so it is with you. You are important. You give meaning to our wider community. Come grow with us whatever stage you're in. |
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| | Brazos Valley Gives - OCT. 15! Four years ago, we took a giant leap of faith and opened the doors to Middleway - a place where peace, comfort and hope are offered for free to spiritual seekers. Now, we: completed our move this month to a less expensive (and more beautiful) location, continue to operate 100 percent by volunteers, offer a variety of specialized programs freely, are open for anyone to pop in to experience peace, comfort and hope on their own.
Our only means of doing this is from the donations of friends and supporters. Brazos Valley Gives provides us with an opportunity to be a part of communitywide charitable giving to continue to operate Middleway. Giving Day is Tuesday - Oct. 15. If everyone who gets this newsletter could give $75, we'd make a year's budget for lease and utilities. If you can give more, all the better to sustain. But even if all you can give is $10, it will add up. Your contributions are what keep us open and available to all. Here's how: The QR Code at the right will take you to the donation page for the monastery. The button below the QR Code will take you the page that gives more information about us. The button below this column is a link to the donation page as well.
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Friday Meditation and Mindfulness Center yourself and find peace in the midst of your busy life. Friday Meditation and Mindfulness, led by Becky Burks, meets monthly at 12:30 p.m. The next times: Nov. 15 and Dec. 20. |
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Enneagram Workshop Nov. 9 In a world full of personality assessments, the Enneagram stands apart for the ways that it not only describes our behavior (and the basis of that behavior) but for the ways it also prescribes practices which can help us live more resourcefully. Kathy and Jim Reiter will present an introductory workshop, Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in a manner that offers the Enneagram as tool for spiritual transformation - an enriching step on the journey to resourceful, True Self living. The background of this ancient personality inventory will be explored; a narrative orientation to the nine personality types will be presented; results of an online assessment will be discussed; and a sense of next steps in the journey to True Self will be offered. Enrollment is limited. There will be a small fee for the assessment test. Coffee and tea provided. Bring brown bag lunch for yourself. | | |
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Are you Done? The “Dones Group” will meet Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at Middleway. This group is for anyone who is looking for spiritual community outside the traditional structures of a church or formal religious organization. Is faith an important part of your life, but you feel that you are “done” with church? If so, come meet with others on a similar journey. |
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Spirituality of Breadmaking: Welsh Cakes Mark your calendars for the third Spirituality of Breadmaking event for 2024 - Welsh Cakes. We'll gather Saturday, Nov. 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. This is a traditional bread that is perfect for holiday gatherings. And our tradition is to make a bread that is quick at the busy time of year. Registration will start later, so save the date. | | |
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Spiritual directors lend a (holy) ear at Middleway A team of spiritual companions whose ministry is to listen to you with a holy ear are the backbone of Middleway. One of us can meet with you monthly in a non-judging atmosphere as you discern where God is in your life. We actively listen without trying to "fix" you. It's powerfully healing. See www.middlewayurbanmonastery.org/spiritual-direction. or email us at info@middlewayurbanmonastery.org for more information. How to experience the monastery Attend any of our programs for sure. But also know the monastery is also open weekdays Tuesday-Friday and some evenings, Saturdays or Sundays for you to come use the library, art area, or various sitting areas in a relaxing atmosphere where no one will bug you. Children are welcome to come with an adult. We need you! Three hours a month, week, or day. Regular or now-and-then. You pick what's convenient for you to volunteer and help welcome others into this peaceful place. We are 100 percent volunteer operated, and you can make a meaningful impact just be being present. To sign up, please come by the monastery or email info@middlewayurbanmonastery.org. Middleway Urban Monastery's Guide for Life Week of Oct. 14-20, 2024 Events are at the monastery, 1101 Rock Prairie, College Station, Tx. We are BEHIND St. Francis Episcopal Church. Park in their lot, walk to the right of the church and follow the signs to the Education Building. The path turns to the left just before the office building and back to the right to Middleway building. Our rhythm of prayer on open days includes morning at 10:15 a.m., noonday at 12 p.m., and closing at 3:30 p.m. Facebook group page offerings include daily Current Issues Prayer, plus a weekly meditation on Thursdays, and "Becoming aware of the Beloved" videos on Friday. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday-Sunday A quick glance at what's coming Oct. 15 - Brazos Valley Gives Oct. 15 - Book Club, 6 p.m. Oct. 19 - FIND - School for Spiritual Direction and Formation Oct. 23 - BCS Area Spiritual Directors Gathering, Noon. Nov. 6 - Dones, 6 p.m. Nov. 9 - Enneagram workshop, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 15 - Friday Meditation and Mindfulness, 12:30 p.m. Nov. 23 - Spirituality of Breadmaking: Welsh Cakes, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Dec. 20 - Friday Meditation and Mindfulness, 12:30 p.m.
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