http://www.starmeditation.org/ July 10 - 17, 2010 dave 2010-09-08T17:19:54Z http://www.starmeditation.org/post/july-12-19-2008 <p> Come spend a week devoted to &quot;practicing presence&quot;, inspired by a community of kindred spirits, and enlivened by the beauty of nature. Our conference makes the most of this ideal island setting, in a retreat format that balances meditation practice, nature encounter and community building, for a week of insight, growth and renewal. </p> <p> We will spend each morning together in silence, following a formal schedule of sitting and walking meditation sessions. Afternoon will be devoted to solitary nature-contemplation and free time. Evening will be a social time for some, while others may opt to remain silent. We will end the day with a candlelight chapel service and a return to silent contemplation. </p> <p> This retreat is suitable for beginning to experienced meditators, from a variety of traditions and faith backgrounds. Our silent time together will be compatible with many forms of meditation, such as Buddhist calm-abiding, Christian centering prayer, and many other simple &quot;be here now&quot; styles </p> FrontPage 2009-11-20T13:55:32Z dave