The Way of Being

More than a set of beliefs, rules, or mastering answers, A Way of Being invites you to reconsider how we move through life with greater rootedness, curiosity, and connection amidst uncertainty, transitions, or the unknowns of life. Combining Scripture and contemplative practices, you will discover a deeper way of resting in God’s presence and developing meaningful conversations fitting for today’s culture. The cohort experience includes online discussions and a two-night retreat shared with your cohort group. Come, hear Scripture's invitation to a fuller way of life that connects your own story to those who lived in ancient cultures. Discover rest, rhythms of grace, solitude, warm conversation, and meaningful reflection in Scripture's space. Relax by the water’s edge and let autumn in Minnesota invite you to slow down, notice beauty, and breathe in the abundance.

Virtual Discussion Groups:*

            Way of Centeredness | Orienting toward God at the Center

                        Thursday, September 17, 7-8:15 pm, CST 

            Way of Curiosity | Orienting toward the hidden and unanswered journey

                        Thursday October 8, 7-8:15 pm, CST

            Way of Community | Orienting toward the Word in each other

                        Thursday November 5, 7-8:15 pm, CST

Way of Contemplation | POST RETREAT DISCUSSION: Orienting toward reflection and remembering

Thursday, December 3, 7-8 pm, CST

*To create a more open environment for sharing, online discussions will not be recorded. Please be sure to mark all dates on your calendar! Link will be provided after registration.

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Two-Night Retreat:

            Way of Being | Invitation to a Fuller Life.

                        Friday, November 13, 4:00pm through Sunday, November 15, 11am.

Location: "The Village" at Shores of St. Andrew, 19080 16th St NE, New London, MN 56273 (less than two hours West from Minneapolis-St Paul airport [MSP])

Additional details pertaining to the November retreat will be made available to registrants by October 15.

Participant Costs:**

As part of the cohort experience, your cost includes all online discussion groups, materials, and a two-night retreat with lodging and meals located at the Village on the Shores of St. Andrew, 19080 16th St NE, New London, MN 56273. Learn more about Shores of St. Andrew here: https://www.gllm.org/the-village.html

Early Bird (by August 29, 2026) : Individual $325, Double $300pp (shared room must sign up with roommate)

After August 29, 2026: Individual $350, Double $325pp (shared room must sign up with roommate)

**Costs for this retreat are significantly reduced as this is part of an ongoing doctoral project. As such, you will be invited to fill out a short pre/post anonymous survey on your experience throughout this cohort. Survey participation is fully voluntary, but would be greatly appreciated for forming future opportunities.