“Formed in the Brush Arbor: Practices for an Anti-Racist Gospel” Virtual Retreat – February 12 – 13, 2021 While much of institutional Christianity has tacitly supported white supremacy in America, the faith of the Black-led freedom movement offers concrete practices for an anti-racist gospel. From the brush arbors on the edges of plantations to the churches… Continue Reading→
A Day Apart with Rabbi David Horowitz
Jesus said, “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. “ [Matthew 11:28] We hope you will make yourself available to receive this blessing as The NC Academy For Spiritual Formation hosts a day apart with Rabbi David Horowitz, on Saturday, February 23 at St Mark’s… Continue Reading→
A Day Apart with Rev. Jeremy Troxler
“The Spirituality of Kenosis: the Way of Self-Emptying and Christ-like Humility” with Rev. Jeremy Troxler Saturday, February 17, 2018 St. Francis UMC 2965 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary, NC The great Christ-hymn of Philippians 2 uses the root of the Greek word “kenosis” to describe how Christ “emptied himself” to take the form of a slave, before… Continue Reading→
Give Yourself the Gift of a Day Apart
“Kindred Souls: Connecting Through Spiritual Friendships” With Stephanie Ford Distinguished Scholar, Christian Educator and Retreat Leader Saturday, March 4, 2017 Millbrook United Methodist Church 1712 East Millbrook Road Raleigh, NC 27609 Stephanie Ford grew up in various parts of the country and enjoyed the benefit of an ecumenical childhood (including sojourns in United Methodist, Baptist,… Continue Reading→