Beloved Community:

A Place Where There is No "Other"

We invite you to an ongoing “Listen, Reflect and Connect” group that will be offered twice a month on Wednesdays:

The first & third Wednesdays of each month at Peace Church in Duluth from 3:30-4:45 p.m.

You are invited and most welcome to attend only one or both sessions each month. They will follow the same format, but each session will stand on its own.

ALL are welcome. Join us whenever you can!

What is “Listen, Reflect, and Connect” all about?

In this time together we intend to create a safe and sacred space to listen to one another with open hearts and minds. During our time together, we will read a poem or short writing, then in the quiet following the reading, we will hold contemplative space for free writing and reflection. Next, each person will be invited to share the words, thoughts, and wisdom that emerge from this time of quiet reflection. Being together, listening to each other, and valuing each other’s insights and thoughts will give us time and space to know each other and grow together more deeply.

While our hearts may grow weary in the world at times, here we will gather together to build connections and focus on deepening attention on the power of love and presence that is within and among us all.

You and your voice matter. We hope you will join us!

Facilitator: Marilyn Mayry is a teacher, counselor, spiritual director, group facilitator and coach. She has led numerous groups in a variety of settings that focus on listening to the inner voice. Over the years, Marilyn has interviewed a wide variety of individuals on the radio, and she has created many performances with writers, artists, dancers and musicians with the intention of giving voice to the individual and collective story. She shares the intention of this group in this way-- Beloved Community: A Place Where There Is No "Other". Each person is unique and valuable. The intention of this group is to be together as we reflect, listen and appreciate each other's presence and unique perspectives on this life journey we share. No particular writing experience is needed, and all life experiences are most welcome!