Anam Cara - A Soul Care Group for Clergy
Caring for others takes so much energy and can be “life-draining.” This is especially true in a congregational setting and for those who pastor to a community…especially in these challenging times. The Well’s Anam Cara (Soul Friend) Clergy Group offers clergy what they regularly encourage for others - soul care. We invite you to a safe, sacred place just for you! A space where you have no responsibilities, can water your own soul, share, and just be without judgement or expectation. The Well’s Anam Cara Clergy Group meets on the first Monday of the month October through June (adjusting for Mondays around holy days and holidays) from 10:30 AM to noon online. Our rhythm is: · A check-in time with one another · A reflection prompt given by our facilitator · 30 minutes of quiet, reflection time off screen (this is your time) · A sharing time (optional) and a closing Our facilitator is Cecilia Amaral. Cecilia has a deep commitment to encourage others to nurture authentic and thriving relationships with themselves, others, and their environments. Cecilia has extensive experience working with clergy from many denominations on an individual basis, in groups, and with denominational staff. She is uniquely gifted to companion clergy in the face of today’s unique pressures. This is an ecumenical group for clergy who currently serve and who are retired. Please join us to nourish and care for your soul.
DATE: Mondays - 10/7, 11/4, 12/2/2024, and 1/6, 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5, 6/2/2025
TIME: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET
COST: $95 for the series
LOCATION: ZOOM
IMPORTANT: You will receive an email from lorie@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts, location information, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you!
FACILITATOR: Cecilia Amaral
FACILITATOR BIO: Cecilia Amaral has a deep commitment to encourage others to nurture authentic and thriving relationships with themselves, others, and their environments. Her decision to retire after more than 25 years as a Pastoral Psychotherapist and Educator has transitioned into her current practice as Spiritual Director and Certified Professional Life Coach. Cecilia’s integrated approach in companioning others on their journey leads to meaningful, personal, and relational transformation. Cecilia began her involvement with the mission of the Well by referring clients to use the programs offered for their well-being. This evolved into her service as a board member, Board Chair, Circle Chair, and Spiritual Guide to the Board of Directors.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
If a program is cancelled by Well for the Journey, or rescheduled and you cannot make the new date, a full refund will be provided to you. For programs with pre-scheduled Inclement Weather Dates, refunds will be provided only if both the original scheduled date and the planned Weather Date are cancelled.
If you are unable to attend a program for which you are registered, you may gift your ticket to another party. Please notify the Well with your request at kristan@wellforthejourney.org and provide the name, mailing address, and email address of the person who is taking your place at the program.
If you cancel your registration 72 hours or more prior to the program start time, you may request a refund up to 50% of the program fee or request that your 50% refund be donated to the Well’s Scholarship Fund. Please contact the Well with your request at kristan@wellforthejourney.org .