Some photos, finally...

Massanetta Springs is beautiful.  It's a rural-ish retreat, tucked neatly in the shadow of Harrisonburg.  There are lovely old trees and ripening wild berries and butterflies and thundershowers.  And each Spring, I travel there to hear the voices of my sisters in faith... whispers of God-awe, laughter released after being so long imprisoned by daily life, prayer songs lifting to heaven, and re-awakened creativity breathed out.  It is a joyous time of refreshment and inspiration and fellowship.  I am too grateful, surprised by the gift each year.

sunrise at Massanetta Springs

thanks for the directions!

a few of the banners from across the Mid-Atlantic

Sondra and Cathy, the planners

 

the songbook

singing from the hymnal

Cathy addresses the gathering

Rev. Dr. Margaret Aymer

smiling face, knitting hands

George is a great driver... really

all aboard!

the path to Steele Chapel

inside the Chapel

bridge after a Spring rain

in the Prayer Center

in the Prayer Center

friends quietly gathered in the Prayer Center

sharing stories from the quilt workshop

Providence women in the PW logo

sweet friends on our last morning at Massanetta

 Rejoice and be glad....

Matthew 5:12a