When evening came, Jesus arrived with the Twelve. While they were reclining at the table eating, he said, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me—one who is eating with me.” They were saddened, and one by one they said to him, “Surely you don’t mean me?” “It is one of the Twelve,”…
This Lectio Divina practice is brought to you by Caroline Williams. You can connect with Caroline on Instagram and on her website. On the first of the Days of Unleavened Bread, the day they prepare the Passover sacrifice, his disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go and make preparations so you can…
Shavonne Lewis is a member of the Abbey community and graduate of the Abbey’s 200 hour yoga teacher training program. Her hope is that as she keeps showing up, others who are not typically represented in this space or are unfamiliar with spending time with Jesus through movement on the mat, feel encouraged to try….
This practice is guided by Kate Lee, a Leader in The Yoga Abbey. Kate is a certified spiritual director, a trauma sensitive yoga facilitator and a graduate of The Yoga Abbey’s first teacher training program. You can connect with Kate on Instagram and her website. Kate leads us through a Yin yoga practice and invites…
The goal of contemplative practices is to develop deep intimacy with God, but sitting still and silently meditating isn’t the only way to do that. Our unique gifts, talents, heritages, and cultures all contribute to how we uniquely draw near to God. So, to celebrate this (and hopefully inspire you to contemplate more creatively), each…
This Meditation Practice is brought to you by Amy Brady, an active member, leader, and Spiritual Director at the Abbey. You can connect with Amy on Instagram, and be sure to check out her Evergreen Soul Wellness community and online course offering. Amy leads us through this month’s meditation where she invites us to experience…
This practice is guided by Caroline Williams, the Founder of The Abbey. You can connect with Caroline on Instagram and on her website. Caroline leads us through a nourishing shoulder opening and lower back focused practice. She gently gives us the space to reflect on the way Jesus comes to us as we can receive…
“As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At once they left their nets and followed…
This practice is guided by Alison Cox, a Leader in The Abbey. You can connect with Alison on Instagram. Alison leads us through a thoughtfully paced, heat-building power flow that provides space to consider what our bodies need in the present moment. As we explore movement and balancing, we reflect on how Jesus connects closely…
This Lectio Divina Practice is brought to you by Amy Brady, an active member, leader, and Spiritual Director at the Abbey. You can connect with Amy on Instagram, and be sure to check out her Evergreen Soul Wellness community and online course offering. Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will…
This practice is guided by Kate Lee, a Leader in The Yoga Abbey. Kate is a certified spiritual director, a trauma sensitive yoga facilitator and a graduate of The Yoga Abbey’s first teacher training program. You can connect with Kate on Instagram and her website. Kate guides us in a gentle yin-yasa practice, a combination…
We invite you to begin by taking a deep breath and remembering the presence of God in and around you. Read the Psalm below slowly and intentionally. If you have a different Bible translation you enjoy, read it there as well. Below the Psalm you’ll find a short reflection on its context and themes and…