Poetry is a way of looking at life through a different facet of the diamond of existence. As Emily Dickenson said, “Tell the truth but tell it slant.” Join us to explore the world of poetry to see how it intersects with reality and communicates to our hearts and souls with unique purpose and meaning […]
Purchase both 2025-26 Contemplative Workshops for just $140, now through October 17, 2025. Lunch and materials are included. If you purchase this pass, add both of these workshops to your calendar: Walk Slowly, and Bow Often - October 21, 2025, 10 am - 3:30pm at Springhill Retreat Center Spiritual Practices and the Enneagram - February […]
The sacredness of nature fills our beings like nothing else. Join us on the beautiful grounds of Springhill Retreat Center as we practice Mary Oliver's poem, “When I am Among the Trees” in real time. Dr. Thiele will lead us in learning divine truths of contemplative living from the nature beings all around us, tapping […]
All who love will eventually grieve. By bringing the resources of spirituality to bear on our losses, we can carry our sorrows rather than silence them. Calling on her extensive experience companioning those journeying through grief, Rev. Shelton will offer ways to help the griever understand their journey. She will share spiritual practices drawn from […]
Each of us comes into this world created with a singular way of learning, communicating, and developing based on how our brain works, creating the beautiful tapestry we call neurodiversity. On the contemplative way, as we welcome all parts of our experience with an awareness of this neurodiversity, we extend a deeper level of hospitality […]
While the contemplative life teaches us to pay attention, the Enneagram illuminates how our energy follows our attention. Once we notice where our attention and energy naturally go, we can choose to disrupt unhelpful patterns and find freedom. Join us as Lindsay leads an interactive experience with brief teachings on the Enneagram and spiritual practices, […]
Spiritual Ministries Institute invites you to a Holy Week Silent Retreat at the beautiful Springhill Retreat Center tucked away in Richardson, TX. Wooded grounds for nature walks (50 acres with spring-fed creek and three ponds), a chapel, a labyrinth, and the lodge will be available for your relaxation, prayer, and reflection. You are encouraged to […]
Not all journeys are about distance. Some are about learning to be where your feet are and finding the sacred there. There is a kind of travel that lingers—rooted in presence, attuned to the quiet invitations of the moment. Come explore slow wandering, vacation, retreat, respite, and pilgrimage as sacred thresholds, each offering the possibility […]
We are excited to once again offer all SMI 2026-2027 programs for just $300, a savings of $60, now through September 18, 2026. This SMI Annual pass includes lunch at every in-person event. If you purchase this pass, add ALL of these events to your calendar: Companionship & Activism - September 22, 2026, 10 am […]
All four 2026-2027 Busy World Programs for just $85, now through September 18, 2026. Individual programs are $30 each. All Busy World programs are from 10am- 12pm. If you purchase this Busy World Package Deal, add these events to your calendar: Companionship & Activism - September 22, 2026, 10 am - 12 pm at Episcopal […]
Purchase both 2026-27 Contemplative Workshops for just $140, now through October 9, 2026. Lunch and materials are included. If you purchase this pass, add both of these workshops to your calendar: Souvenirs of the Holy - October 13, 2026, 10 am - 3:30 pm at Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration Ignatian Mindfulness - February 20, […]
The regular objects of our lives can be conduits of God's love and grace--if we notice them. Using her book Souvenirs of the Holy, Laurie will guide us on a journey to help us see everyday items not merely as objects gathering dust but as keepsakes from the literal and spiritual journeys we have taken. We’ll […]