Welcome to Adult Faith Enrichment!
Women's Spirituality Gathering
next meeting: Thursday, December 20
WSG meets in the Parlor on the third Thursday of every month. We begin around 7:15 with ten minutes or so of silent meditation to music for anyone who would like some quiet time. From 7:30 on we explore a different theme each month. There is also time for sharing concerns and celebrations in our lives. We close with prayers by 8:30 PM. This is not a formal group, but a drop-in gathering open to all women of Eliot, past and present. If you cannot come for the whole, feel free to come for part.
On December 20, we'll reflect on the winter solstice--the longest night of the year. The darkness before light slowly returns to the world. What does the winter solstice evoke for you? Does it invite rest and reflection? Do you even notice it under the clamor of your holiday to-do list? Bring your favorite tea bag or cocoa if you wish. We will warm the long night together.
“...This is the solstice, the still point
of the sun, its cusp and midnight,
the year’s threshold
and unlocking, where the past
lets go of and becomes the future;
the place of caught breath, the door
of a vanished house left ajar...”
~ Margaret Atwood
On December 20, we'll reflect on the winter solstice--the longest night of the year. The darkness before light slowly returns to the world. What does the winter solstice evoke for you? Does it invite rest and reflection? Do you even notice it under the clamor of your holiday to-do list? Bring your favorite tea bag or cocoa if you wish. We will warm the long night together.
“...This is the solstice, the still point
of the sun, its cusp and midnight,
the year’s threshold
and unlocking, where the past
lets go of and becomes the future;
the place of caught breath, the door
of a vanished house left ajar...”
~ Margaret Atwood
Advent Labyrinth Walk at Eliot Church
474 Church Street, Newton
On December 10th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. we are inviting the community to a Labyrinth Walk in our fellowship hall. This spiritual practice gives us time to contemplate the true meaning of the season. The labyrinth will be lined with electronic votives. We will have soft music playing, chairs to sit on and meditate, Advent books and readings available, and nativity scenes set around the room. Families are encouraged to bring children from 6:00 to 6:45. This is a perfect time to stop from the frantic business of the season and contemplate it’s true meaning.
On December 10th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. we are inviting the community to a Labyrinth Walk in our fellowship hall. This spiritual practice gives us time to contemplate the true meaning of the season. The labyrinth will be lined with electronic votives. We will have soft music playing, chairs to sit on and meditate, Advent books and readings available, and nativity scenes set around the room. Families are encouraged to bring children from 6:00 to 6:45. This is a perfect time to stop from the frantic business of the season and contemplate it’s true meaning.
Iftar Dinner
For three years Eliot and 2nd Church in Newton and the Turkish Cultural Center have co-hosted an Iftar Dinner during Ramadan.
For three years Eliot and 2nd Church in Newton and the Turkish Cultural Center have co-hosted an Iftar Dinner during Ramadan.
Visiting the Islamic Center of Boston in Wayland
Visit the New Eliot Church Library in the Parlor
Faith Enrichment Resources
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