I have just returned from a 24-hour clergy retreat at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA. A number of us Anglican-types gathered to be quiet, listen to God, and spend time reflecting. Our teacher was the Rev. Dr. David Watkins and he spoke about healing our wounded spirits; dealing with significant losses in our lives. He was great!! He gave us plenty of food for thought from God's Word.
The Rev. Steven Saul leading us in Communion.
Most fascinating (and illuminating!) is being silent. No talking. Eating your meals in silence. It is amazing the things you begin to notice, to see, and observe. Of course, it makes it easier to hear that "still small voice" of the Lord which gets crowded out by all the noise in our lives. Listening to the Bible as you read it. "Be still and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10).
The Rev. Bill Sharpe and Dr. David Watkins
O, that I would take more time out to be with the Lord in times like this!
I give thanks for the time with the Lord I just shared with fellow ministers of the Gospel.
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