Tending to Hearts for Justice:
A Restorative Retreat for Justice Seekers
Friday, October 17
9am-1pm
St. mary-on-the-lake peace and spirituality center, bellevue
Co-Sponsored by Intercommunity Peace & Justice Center and Ignatian Spirituality Center
presenter: Sr. Chero Chuma, CSJP, DNP
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
"The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
As faith-oriented social justice practitioners and service providers, burn out can be real. We need pause – to restore our energy, reflect on our impact, and reinvigorate our spirits for the work ahead. Yet, we are ever on call and ever answering the call to meet needs.
How do we then sustain our work for the long haul? What practices can we glean from and set into motion to help sustain us when we begin to feel the pressure?
Come and be renewed in your commitment to social justice work in this half-day retreat. Rooted in Ignatian and contemplative praxis, together we will explore the purpose of rest within resistance, celebrate the joy of this work, and inspire the days ahead.
Snacks, a simple lunch, and beverages will be provided. Free parking is available.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
This program is geared toward those who are justice practitioners, i.e. justice organizers, chaplains, advocates, educators, helping professionals, nonprofit providers, lay or ordained ministers, mental health providers, and anyone involved in justice based work who are seeking a time for respite and renewal in community.
COST
· Standard Rate: $55
· Young Adults (20’s & 30’s): $45
Partial scholarships are available. Please email maria@ignatiancenter.org for more information. Thank you!
HELP SUPPORT A PARTICIPANT
If you would like to help subsidize the cost of participation for another person, we welcome your donation. Thank you for helping us to make it possible for all persons to participate in this program!
About our presenters
Sister Chero Chuma is a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. She serves as the Vocation Director in the U.S. and as a per diem Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, diagnosing and treating adults struggling with serious mental illness and chronic homelessness at the Crisis Center in Seattle. She is a WWAMI AHEC Scholar and holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Washington, as well as a dual degree in Theology & Religious Studies and Nursing from Seattle University. She utilizes her education and experiences in matters related to faith and mental health.
QUESTIONS?
Call (206) 329-4824 or email Maria Ochoa Vazquez, ISC Program Manager.
Sponsored by the Ignatian Spirituality Center