Journeying Through Advent with Mary: An Advent Evening for Women

Monday, December 15, 6:00 - 8:30 pm CT
Shalom Spirituality Center

What does Advent mean for our world? What does it mean for us, as women? What does it mean for our place as women in the world?

In this evening program, we will explore Mary as a guide, a sign, and an inspiration for us today. Come join us for a scrumptious meal, be inspired by the gift of song, and give a gift to other women. The Safe Passage Singers will lead us in inspirational words and songs honoring Mary and the Advent themes.

This year, we are partnering with Mary’s Inn Maternity Home, whose mission is to empower the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of pregnant mothers and their developing babies. You are invited, in the spirit of the season, to give a monetary donation or needed items for Mary’s Inn, collected the night of the performance. Their needs include diapers (larger sizes especially), baby wipes, onesies, sleepers of all sizes, paper products (paper towels, tissues, toilet paper, napkins), feminine products (especially maxi pads), body wash, and hair products for black/textured hair (shampoo, conditioner, masks, bonnets).

$25 per person; register and prepay online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 no later than Monday, December 8.
Please indicate who will be in your group to facilitate table assignments, which will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Since Shalom does not employ a dietician, and to best serve your dietary needs, please inform us of any diagnosed food allergies, including wheat and dairy (NOT food preferences), seven days in advance. If you have specific dietary needs, please contact Margie Gassman at 563-582-3592.

To accommodate vegetarian diets, fruits and vegetables are served with every meal. Food desired beyond a typical omnivore diet is the guest’s responsibility (including but not limited to gluten-free, pescatarian, vegan, or low-glycemic). Requests for diet preferences or changes made to the kitchen staff at the time of serving will not be honored unless arrangements have been made ahead of time.