Programs

This is a supportive virtual group gathering for those who wish to practice centering prayer. All are welcome, regardless of previous experience with this type of meditation. Each week, there will be: -a short reading or instruction -a 30-minute period of quiet centering prayer -5 minutes of walking meditation and -a 20-minute period of quiet […]

The Franciscan Spiritual Center invites you to engage the practice of solitude in a unique modern location -- 46 acres of forest preserved by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. Located between Philadelphia, PA, and Wilmington, DE, the Hermitages are nearby but feel far away. The revered practice of withdrawing into solitude spans centuries […]

More than ever at this time in history, we need the gentle and timeless reminder of St. Francis and his teachings about Peace, Love, and Profound Respect for Creation. Join Brother Mickey McGrath as he shares his own Art and Stories inspired by one of the most universally beloved saints of all time.

Monthly on First Thursdays: Rest and reset during this beautiful evening service. It's ecumenical Christian — but everyone's welcome regardless of background. We'll sing simple chants, be calmed by soothing harp music, and enjoy the peaceful environment of Our Lady of Angels Chapel. The service is free and open to all. Please register so we […]

Gather together on Monday evenings to PAUSE, BE STILL and enter into Mindfulness. Each week we will also practice Loving Kindness meditation. Each time our awareness grows, we create more space to choose LOVE. Weekly on Mondays: November 9 to November 30

Find your spiritual community. Our Men's Group meets twice monthly for open dialogue, genuine support, and collective exploration of faith and life's deeper questions.

Please join us for a special Awareness Salon as we warmly welcome back Marge Richards. Marge will invite us to explore seven graces—gifts that are freely given to us and that can accompany, strengthen, and guide us as we journey through the many stages of our lives. Together, we will pause to discover the deeper meaning of […]

The ability to listen with empathy and understanding is more crucial than ever. Many of us find ourselves frustrated and disheartened by conversations that feel more like battlegrounds than opportunities for understanding. 66% of Americans say that when discussing issues with those with whom they disagree, people are “quick to attack them.” Only 24% say […]

Give yourself the ‘gift’ of a day! Take time from the busyness of your life. Rest awhile in the Lord and experience God’s loving, compassionate presence. “Be still and know that I am God.” The day begins and ends with a prayer experience. Lunch is included as our gift to you. Freewill offerings gratefully accepted.

This is the first of three workshops focusing on sharpening our ability to listen deeply.  To register for all three, please visit: Deepening Our Listening Skills – All 3 Sessions. We are surrounded by noise both inside of us, and outside of us.  Many things are competing for our attention.  It is easy to just […]

These three workshops will focus on sharpening our ability to listen deeply.  These workshops will build on each other, but if you can't attend all three you are welcome to attend the ones you can. If you register from this page, the price will be $135 for the three session package and the registration page […]

The Aston Ministerium invites everyone to its Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. This year's theme is: Living Water. Donations will be collected the day of the event for Reef Renewal Bonaire, an organization dedicated to restoring coral reefs. Reception to follow. See you there!

Find your spiritual community. Our Men's Group meets twice monthly for open dialogue, genuine support, and collective exploration of faith and life's deeper questions.

Embrace the transition from one season to the next with this retreat to welcome the Winter Solstice!  This weekend retreat includes time in hermitage for solitude and time in community with others who are contemplating the change in season. After you settle into your hermitage on Friday, gather for an orientation to the weekend followed […]

Join us in beautiful and resonant Our Lady of Angels Chapel for this meditative sound bath to welcome the Winter Solstice. Relax into your Friday evening as the darkness of the Winter Solstice approaches. With crystal bowls, chimes, flutes and other ethereal instruments, Susan Maule will guide you into this immersive experience.

The second of our Labyrinth Walks to Celebrate the Seasons of Mother Earth will be held at the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. In this season of stillness, we walk the labyrinth to seek the light that lives within darkness and to honor the quiet growth that happens unseen.

Start your day with an hour of gentle Hatha Yoga to prepare yourself — body, mind, heart, and spirit — to welcome winter on the day before the longest night of the year.

This is the second of three workshops focusing on sharpening our ability to listen deeply.  To register for all three, please visit: Deepening Our Listening Skills - All 3 Sessions. We are surrounded by noise both inside of us, and outside of us.  Many things are competing for our attention.  It is easy to just […]

This is the third of three workshops focusing on sharpening our ability to listen deeply.  To register for all three, please visit: Deepening Our Listening Skills – All 3 Sessions. We are surrounded by noise both inside of us, and outside of us.  Many things are competing for our attention.  It is easy to just […]