Cookies & Creation GET TOGETHER
Let’s get together to fellowship, share our absolute favorite cookie recipe and participate in some soul nourishing, bible based time in nature!
Do you know the importance of making time and space in our lives for prayer and solitude? It’s easier said than done, especially in a world that not only accepts but values;
1) Being busy - it disguises business as being “productive”,
2) Not slowing down or resting - which is perceived as laziness,
3) Not feeling - which is viewed as “weakness” or “too emotional”
4) Self - Well, to be blunt, we live in a world that is sooo obsessed with the "self"; self care, higher self, self love, etc. that we don't leave room for what GOD wants. Most of us are constantly surrounded by so much worldly stimulation; coming from new age traditions, the world wide web & substances, that we leave no room to actually hear from our creator.
Let’s go against the grain and follow Jesus’ example in Matthew 14 instead! “After He had dismissed the crowds, He went up the mountain to pray.” Matthew 14:23.
Jesus Himself saw the importance of spending time alone, outside, in the presence of His father, praying and communing with His true source of direction, wisdom, peace & love. Since we are called to be like Him, let’s decide RIGHT NOW to dedicate time to cultivating our relationship with our Lord and savior and opening ourselves up to living the life we were created for! I’ve learned from experience that God speaks the loudest in silence.
Come as you are, for a time of Holy Listening! Dedicating this time to stillness, quiet, breathing, praying, listening and reflecting; allowing God to speak truth into our lives, grow us, heal us and equip us!
So although I will be there guiding us through prayer and meditation (Lectio Divina style), this is NOT a "group event", this is literally a time YOU are setting aside to meet with your savior. I am merely the facilitator of time.
WHAT IS LECTIO DIVINA? It is a traditional Christian practice of reading, mediating & praying with the Bible to deepen one’s relationship with God.
The practice involves the following steps:
Lectio
Read a short passage from the Bible slowly and reflectively. Pause on a word or phrase that resonates with you.
Meditatio
Use your imagination to enter the scene and "see" the people, setting, and action.
Contemplatio
Gaze toward Christ and the things of God. You may experience the text as a mystery and reality.
Oratio
Respond to the text through prayer. You can ask for graces, offer praise, seek healing, or forgiveness.
Lectio divina can be practiced alone or with a community. It's rooted in the belief that the Scriptures are alive and active, and that the Holy Spirit is present. The practice can help you be open to God's initiative and listen for God's word.
So bring yourself and an exercise mat or blanket; no extra "stuff" needed. Feel free to move around on your mat or blanket and stretch if you feel discomfort remaining in a single position for an extended period of time. I will be recommending a few therapeutic positions before we start, that you are welcome to get into and play around with if you become uncomfortable or feel pain at any time during your quiet time. A journal might also be useful if you have one, I like to write down what I feel God is saying to me at the end of my quiet time with Him so I can refer to it later.
God is calling, will you answer? Remember, you're NOT coming for me at all; you are showing up to meet with Jesus! Like I said, I am just the facilitator of time.
AFTER our quiet time, comes the time for fellowship! We will each be bringing one dozen of our favorite cookies to share and I will take care of putting together cute recipe cards for each recipe ahead of time, which will also include each ladies favorite scripture (or currently most impactful scripture) share! I will also be providing the group with some HEALTHY hot chocolate! Yes, I said healthy. What I love about this is that we will be exposed to so many different types of recipes! With 12 people in attendance (including me), there are sure to be sooo many different types of cookies! From decadent, gluten free, vegan, chocolate lovers, fruit lovers, nut lover and more! So at the end of our time together, we will each get to leave with 12 cute recipe cards, a full belly, heart and new Christ loving friends.
WHO: YOU!!! 11 PEOPLE MAX
WHERE: Catheys Valley, CA (let’s head up to the mountain!)
COST: A dozen of your favorite home baked cookies & a $10 donation to secure your spot.
I have found that when I host totally “free” events, people are more likely to flake. The donations will go towards the printing/paper cost of me making the recipe/scripture cards and the HEALTHY hot chocolate.
WHEN: Saturday, November 23rd from 10:30am - 11:30am
Email me to register ---> hilda.intothewild@gmail.com
NOTES:
Dress warm, mornings can be chilly
Make sure to give me your recipe and scripture at least 2 weeks before signing up so I have enough time to print your recipe cards
Bring a mug of cup with a lid for the healthy hot chocolate
Directions will be given the day before. Feel free to carpool if possible.
I have a VERY friendly cat named Mocha who will likely be joining us. If you don’t like cats or are allergic, this might not be the place for you.
INVITE A FRIEND!