Spirituality

“Spirituality is when the inside of things is bigger than the outside” - Fr Richard Rohr.

When we think of spiritual matters, we quite naturally turn to sacred things. Spirituality is of course about that but not confined to that. Hence the quote by Richard Rohr, which opens up the field. In the Episcopalian tradition, the Incarnation is taken seriously, as we celebrate our humanity, we acknowledge the Divine is within us and all around us. Retreats; Quiet Days and Pilgrimages are all vehicles to help us explore that reality.

The inaugural meeting of the Scottish Centre of Interfaith and Spirituality was lead by the Immam and the Pastor during their tour of the U.K.

Sat. 9 February 2008 10am till 4pm ‘Memorable Meals’ We will look at the way God provides for us day by day and when times are hard. Leader: Liz Brennand. Place: 24 Barossa Place, Perth. Cost £6.00 including lunch, tea and coffee.

9 April 2008 - We follow in the footsteps of St. Aidan and explore the special Celtic Spirituality of Holy Island on this 3 day trip. Cost which includes coach travel, half board hotel accommodation, entrance to Bamburgh and Alnwick Castles, is £170.00 p.p.

Contact: Hilary Gunkel - 01877 330798 Email: gunkel@orchardleahouse.demon.co.uk

7-14 June 2008. A lovely comfortable old house in peaceful surroundings with plenty of good walks. Cost £175.00 inclusive. We will have times of quiet, opportunities to explore the countryside, to paint, photograph, write and walk. We all help with the cooking and clearing up and can take up to 12 people. Please book before Easter through:

Celia Matthews, email:cmatthews@toucansurf.com

“Exploring the essence of religion” The Coach House, Kilmuir. Mon. 28 July - Frid, 1 Aug 2008 - £180.00. There are only a few places, so early booking is advisable. Enquiried to: Joyce/Ruth Flockhart, The Coach House, Kilmuir, North Kessock, Inverness IVI 3ZG. Tel: 01 463 731386. email: coachhouse@kilmuir.fsbusiness.co.uk