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​A Faithful Walk Through Trying Times
Mini-Retreat 
Sunday, October 24, 2021 
​3:00 - 6:00 PM

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Retreat Information
Think back to March 2020, who were you? Where were you? What was at the top of your priority list? Now, so much is different. We’ve experienced loss and isolation, but also transformation and joy. Join the Spiritual Life team for an afternoon of reflection and fellowship as we explore the role faith plays in trying times, seek the hope scripture offers, and spend time caring for each other. ​
 
Safety Measures
This retreat will be held outdoors and in the well ventilated barn area following all recommended masking protocol. We ask that you bring your own mask, but we will provide one if needed. Please respect others’ space and all protocols set in place by the retreat organizers and Millbrook Marsh as advised by the CDC and the Borough of State College. Failure to follow protocols will result in dismissal from this event.

Location
Our retreat will be held at Millbrook Marsh. We have chosen this beautiful outdoor venue for it’s wonderful, explorable space and adaptable space for safety during this COVID-19 season. To learn more about Millbrook Marsh, find their website here. For directions to Millbrook Marsh click here. ​

Donation
A donation of $10 per person would be appreciated (but not required) and will be collected at the event.
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Registration Deadline - Monday, October 18

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Click here to complete an online registration form.  If you need help completing the form, email Allison Maus, or call the church office and leave a message (814-238-2422).

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Tentative Itinerary

• 3:00 pm- Arrive at Millbrook Marsh; settle in -- Introduction to retreat including a distanced mixer
• 3:15 pm- Worship + A short reflection --  We’ll center and remind ourselves why we’ve gathered and start exploring what scripture offers us in trying times. 
• 3:45 pm- Guided walking meditation --   Take a walk through the Marsh with our guided questions to lead you through remembering the joys and challenges of this past 18 months and discern what moving forward might look like. 
• 4:15 pm-Small Group connection -- Thinking about all the time we’ve missed being together this past year we want to make sure we are intentional about connecting and sharing our stories of the past year and hold each other up as we take steps forward into the continued unknown. 
• 5:30 pm- Closing circle
• 5:45 pm- Dinner --  We will provide boxed meals for individuals; please indicate any allergies on your registration so we can meet these needs. 
• 6:15 pm- Head home

What to Bring

• Warm clothing -- As our event will be held partially outdoors and in a ventilated barn for added precautions during this COVID-19 season we ask that you dress accordingly for cool, Fall weather. We recommend lots of layers. And who doesn’t want a cozy blanket to snuggle up with??
• Good walking shoes -- Millbrook Marsh is very accessible, but we advise wearing shoes that will keep you comfortable. 
• Water Bottle -- We will have water bottles for meal time, but please consider bringing your own reusable water bottle. Planet Earth thanks you :)
• Coffee or tea in your travel mug -- If you want something warm to drink or some caffeine to keep you going feel free to bring it along. Because of restrictions and our desire to limit contamination, shared coffee pots and kettles are a no-go. 
• Journal and Pen -- If you are someone who processes through writing it’s a good idea to bring these with you. 

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​Other Questions? Email Allison  or call 814-238-2422 and leave a message