Looking for Time to Tune into the Holy?

Nature Infused Listening offers a new way to connect with God in a supportive community. It combines that ancient wisdom of clearness committees with intentional silent time in nature. These groups will meet monthly over the summer, to ground your time in peace.

Upcoming events

Turning towards Renewal

As the weather warms, and the new growth begins to emerge from the earth, join me for a Spring retreat day.  Relax into a spacious time to breathe and feel closer to all that is Holy. We will explore different means of listening for the depth in our lives. This is a chance to tend to yourself, in the midst of a supportive community.

The retreat will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday April 6th at Campbell West.  The cost is $80 and lunch will be served. 

If you cancel by February 15, you will receive a refund of $75 to cover ticketing fees.  If you cancel after February 15, refunds are available ONLY if the spot can be filled. 

Scholarships are available, thanks to generous support of the Woodmont Christian Church Board.  Don't hesitate to ask. In fact, all questions are welcome!  Please reach out! 

Creating Holy Space

A Spring 2024 WeekendRetreat

Join Beth Pattillo and I at beautiful St. Mary's Sewanee for our Spring 2024 retreat.  We will explore important questions.  How do we live the life we are called to?  What does a spirit-filled authentic life look like?  How can we create holy space in the many dimensions of our lives, including time, physical space, the commitments we make, and the routines of daily life?

All adults - both men and women -  are welcome to participate in this event. The retreat will kick off with dinner on Friday, March 1st.   St Mary's Sewanee is about two hours away from Nashville.   We will finish with closing worship on Sunday.   Both single and double occupancy rooms are available.  But space is limited, so we recommend reserving early.

The total cost of the retreat includes lodging in the new Anna House, all meals (dinner Friday, three meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday) along with facilitation and supplies. 

  • $450 in a double occupancy room.   Roommate requests will, of course, be honored.

  • $530 in a single occupancy room 

A $100 deposit is required to reserve your space.   The balance will be due by Feb. 1.  Cancellations before Dec. 1, 2023 will receive a deposit refund, less a $10 cancellation fee.  Cancellations after Dec 1 will only receive refunds IF the space is filled.   

Scholarships are available, thanks to generous support of the Woodmont Christian Church Board.  Don't hesitate to ask. In fact, all questions are welcome!  Please reach out! 

Start Close In

take a small step

you can call your own

don’t follow

someone else’s

heroics, be humble

and focused,

start close in,

don’t mistake

that other

for your own.

— David Whyte (River Flow)

Always We Begin Again

Join Sandy Smith for a one-day retreat on Saturday, January 6th.  As we start the new year, we will pause to reflect and set intentions for 2024. What do you need to live life to the fullest?   Is there anything you need to 'leave behind' to prepare for what is ahead?  Leave better prepared to face the blessings and challenges of every day life. 

The retreat will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday Jan 6th at Campbell West.  Lunch will be served.  Scholarships are available.  Ask for details. 

If you cancel by December 15, you will receive a refund of $70 to cover ticketing fees.  If you cancel after December 15, refunds are available ONLY if the spot can be filled.  

To experience awe, to fully open ourselves up to it, helps us to live happier, healthier lives. —Dacher Keltner. 

The Gift of Awe:

Finding Wonder in the Every Day

Join Beth Pattillo & Sandy Smith for a one-day retreat on Saturday, September 30th.   We will delve into the power of awe in our lives.  Through mindfulness activities like journaling and prayer, we will explore ways to find the holy in everyday life.  Walk away with fresh insights into living life to the fullest.  

The retreat will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday Sept. 30th at Campbell West behind Woodmont Christian Church in Nashville.  The cost is $75 and lunch will be served.  Scholarships are available. Ask for more information.