Lift Up Your Eyes

3 Fall Weekend Retreats

The fading light of autumn days is the backdrop—and a spiritual image—for 3 week-end retreats at the Community of Jesus on Cape Cod, MA. October, November, and December, though months of lengthening shadow, are annual prophets of a coming light that can neither be hindered nor hidden. “Ring out the darkness of the land, ring in the Christ that is to be,” wrote Tennyson.* As we make our way to the close of the year, we listen for the ringing sound of God’s word, guiding us to the Light that shines in the darkness. On these retreats, we explore those biblical promises and principles that summon us every day: “Lift up your eyes.”
* Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Ring Out, Wild Bells

Arise, shine, for your light has come,
and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.
Isaiah 60:1

October 25-27

God’s Promise in the Darkness

“To give light to those who sit in darkness” – Luke 1:79

November 15-17

God’s Power in the Darkness

“The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it” – John 1:5

December 6-8

God’s Presence in the Darkness

“We have seen a great light” – Isaiah 9:2

Retreats include:

Teaching and discussion sessions as we explore these rich and promising themes
Lovely meals and accommodations on the shores of Cape Cod Bay
Morning and afternoon breaks with refreshments
Liturgies in the Church of the Transfiguration, including Sunday Eucharist and the Divine Offices sung in Gregorian Chant
Personal time for prayer and meditation in the church and in the beauty of these surroundings
The retreat fee is $400 ($100 down and $300 upon arrival)
The fee includes lodging and meals beginning with dinner on Friday and ending after lunch on Sunday

Schedule

Registration begins at 4pm (If you arriver earlier, we can meet you.)
Vespers at 5:30 (optional)
Retreat begins with dinner (following Vespers)

Retreat Leaders

Mary French is known as a strong and well-studied Scripture teacher and advocate for learning to live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Over more than six decades her love of the Bible, and her ability to convey that love to others, has taken her to countless churches, women’s groups and conferences in the U.S., Canada, and abroad. She has been hostess to a network television talk show in Canada (Let’s Face It), and a Christian program in the U.S. (What Makes You Tick?). Among her various ministries at the Community of Jesus, Mary serves as the Ecumenical Visitor, which has led her to build new relationships throughout the wider church, a task for which her energy and natural curiosity make her well suited.

Fr. Martin Shannon is an Episcopal priest and author of several books and articles on scripture and spirituality. During his time as a parish pastor (M. Div, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary), he pursued further graduate work in the areas of monastic studies, church history and Eastern Orthodox spirituality. He also holds a PhD in liturgical studies from the Catholic University of America. Fr. Martin and his wife, Mary, are long-time members of the Community of Jesus, where he has worked in the areas of liturgy and formation.

Register for Retreats Below:

If you have any questions about the retreats or accommodations, etc.
Please Email: [email protected] or Call: 508-255-1094 X3501

Church of the Transfiguration, Rock Harbor, Orleans, Massachusetts