by Sally Orcutt | Apr 24, 2024 | People, Blog
WVIS 25th Anniversary Celebration continues. On Saturday, April 13th, over 30 individuals gathered to celebrate the re-dedication of the West Virginia Institute for Spirituality (WVIS) Retreat House. It was a beautiful time for friends old and new to join together and...
by Sally Orcutt | Feb 21, 2024 | Blog, Programs
What is Taizé Prayer? Taizé prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship, calling us to dwell deeply on Christ’s presence around and within us. Mantra songs, prayerful silence, and short readings guide the focus of the prayer in a candle-lit environment. The...
by Rindy Trouteaud | Feb 6, 2024 | People, Blog, Reflection
Rev. Vince Amlin, co-pastor of Bethany UCC, Chicago, and co-planter of Gilead Church Chicago, reflects… Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and...
by Sally Orcutt | Jan 12, 2024 | Blog, People
WVIS kicked off its 25th Anniversary Celebration as friends from across the United States and Europe logged on to Zoom for a time of memories, prayers, and shared gratitude. One participant wrote of the “many happy memories of days and nights spent at the Cenacle”...
by Sally Orcutt | Dec 5, 2023 | Blog, Reflection
What is Taizé Prayer? Taizé prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship, calling us to dwell deeply on Christ’s presence around and within us. Mantra songs, prayerful silence, and short readings guide the focus of the prayer in a candle-lit environment. ...
by Sally Orcutt | Oct 5, 2023 | Blog, People, Reflection
In the most recent issue of Thema, WVIS’ digital magazine for the spiritually curious, BA Miskowiec, WVIS spiritual director intern and certified lay minister within The United Methodist Church shared this Social Justice Quilt. The design of a Social...
