A Grateful Heart Animates Your Spiritus: A Gathering for Cultivating Gratitude

Julie Bevirt

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your appreciation for life’s moments and cultivate a grateful heart.
Come together for this transformative experience and explore gratitude as a deliberate and enriching spiritual practice—a way of being that permeates our lives with purpose and joy.

In this gathering, we will delve into the meaning of gratitude not just as a fleeting feeling, but as a full-bodied experience that enriches our aliveness—our spiritus. Drawing inspiration from the insights of Benedictine monk Br. David Steindl-Rast, we will embrace the understanding that true spirituality allows us to be fully present and alive in every moment.

During our time together, we will engage in:

Reflective practices that invite us to see gratitude as a choice and a grounded reality.

Creative expressions through poetry, sacred readings, journaling, art, and music to deepen our exploration of gratitude.

Enriching meditation practices designed to enliven our spirits and anchor us in the present.

Strategies for cultivating a grateful mindset that supports overall well-being, drawing on research that underscores the profound impact of gratitude on our lives.

Opportunities for connection and sharing with new friends, fostering a sense of community and support.

Come with an open heart and leave with a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude!

Fee, including meals: Single, $300; Commuter, $150. Pre-registration required.

Sign Up By Thursday, May 22 at 4:00 pm
To register, visit frc.retreatportal.com