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Restoration Ministries offers hope, healing and wholistic growth in Jesus Christ. Caring for individuals, families, churches and organizations, we provide space to know and experience Christ's Holy Presence. We facilitate freedom, healing and wholeness and provide paths for spiritual growth and deeper communion with God by offering:
•Spiritual direction and soul care ministries
•Healing prayer sessions
•Resources for support and recovery at personal and/or family points of fracture
•Scripture and spirituality groups
•Retreats and retreat space where souls can find rest and renewal
•Collaborative ministries with the Church, local and at-large
May 2011
Life demands so much of us. From the moment we open our eyes till the moment we go to sleep, we're pulled in multiple directions and besieged with the white noise of a busy, busy world. We find ourselves worried and upset about many things. But only one thing is needed.
These words bring memory of the story of Jesus with Martha and Mary, and Jesus' loving words to Martha redirecting her attentiveness to the "one thing that is needed." These words are also introductory to a new book just published by InterVarsity Press, formatio series, written by Glenn E. Myers, entitled Seeking Spiritual Intimacy: Journeying Deeper with Medieval Women of Faith. Dr. Myers introduces us to the Beguines, a network of faith communities in medieval Europe where women organized their world around the one thing needed--a simple life with Christ at the center. The book is one filled with insights of wise women of faith who, from their modest homes and quiet communities, revitalized the faith of a continent.
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Glenn is on the Board of Restoration Ministries and has been instrumental in our ministry development, continuing to bring focus to the one thing that is needed in our very busy lives--a simple life with Christ at the center. In all that has unfolded in this ministry, whether through spiritual direction, 12-Step Spiritual Journey groups, listening prayer experiences, retreats, Scripture studies, or outreach opportunities, this is our desire--to live simply with Christ at the center and to cultivate that desire in others. We are excited to see this book come into print and to see these teachings brought into new life in our time and for this generation. |
I leave you with a question (From: Seeking Spiritual Intimacy) for your reflection: Who are the people you are growing with spiritually? If you do not currently have someone with whom you share your inner life, who might you ask? How can you gather with some like-minded friends in your pursuit of God?
We welcome you to join with us in this pursuit.
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THE TWELVE STEPS: A SPIRITUAL JOURNEY
Thursday evenings, 7-8:30 PM
As Christians we believe that God reveals much of his plan for each of us in the Holy Scriptures. Both mature Christians and those who are just being awakened to a personal relationship with God can find tremendous value in the Twelve Steps. By regularly applying them to the events of one’s life, the steps become a means for enriching one’s relationship with God. The steps are especially powerful when used together with the regular Christian practices of prayer, meditation and bible study.
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The Twelve Steps—A Spiritual Journey contains scriptural passages that illustrate the harmony between the practice of Christianity and the working of the Twelve Steps. The use of Scripture provides an understanding of the Twelve Steps within a biblical context. The steps are a profoundly powerful process for allowing God to heal damaged emotions.
For questions or information on upcoming classes please contact Brenda at brenda@restorationmn.org
WHEN: Thursday evening, May 26-August 11, 7-8:30pm
LOCATION: Restoration Ministries Center
REGISTER: To register online go to www.restorationmn.org/opportunities
COST: There is no cost for this class. Contributions will be accepted
CONTINUING THE JOURNEY
For those who have completed the first five steps of the 12 Step Spiritual journey, this group will continue on through the program. They will meet on Monday evenings, beginning June 6 from 7:00-8:30pm. This group is open to new participants.
WHEN: Monday evenings, June 6-September 12
WHERE: Restoration Ministry Center
REGISTER: To register online go to www.restorationmn.org/opportunities
COST: There is no cost for this course. Donations will be accepted
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION MINISTRY AVAILABLE
Restoration Ministries has a number of trained spiritual directors available to provide spiritual companionship in one-to-one sessions.The intention is to provide space and time to listen, notice and be attentive to God's invitations in one's life and journey, to foster a deeper relationship with God, and to cultivate noticing, discerning and responding to God's Holy Spirit.
Call to schedule an appointment at: 952.241.4150
EVENINGS OF LISTENING PRAYER
Every Wednesday: 7-9 pm
Join with us and others for evenings of LISTENING PRAYER. Framed in simple worship, Scripture and prayerful sharing, this space is provided for attentiveness to listening to God and others. We meet every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm. There is no registration nor cost. Anyone is welcome to come and experience this quiet, worshipful listening space.
Location: Restoration Ministry Center, 952.241.4150
Blessings,
Pastor Jean Leih
For your information and interest:
Dr. Glenn Myers on Christian Spirituality:
http://www.deepwellswithglennmyers.blogspot.com/
Pastor Jean Leih on integrating faith and life:
http://integratingfaithandlife.blogspot.com/
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