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Programs and Retreats at the OSH Convent in Vails Gate NY |
P.O. Box 426
Vails Gate NY 12584
Telephone: 845-562-0592
Fax: 845-569-7051 (call first)
Email: sisters@osh.org
However it happens, having a marriage end in divorce is painful. Often, it is a time of perplexity. A cyclone of powerful emotions blows through us and yet we have to think out and make many decisions, both small and great. This makes divorce one of the most daunting of all the life-cycle transitions. If you have to make this passage, where do you seek guidance and support?
Taking time away for yourself can help you rethink life after divorce and help you heal. On this retreat we will discover the strength and support in attending to the inviolable true self. We will connect with spiritual practices that uncover the wisdom and love to be found on this difficult journey.
Sophia Woods, n/OSH
After her divorce 9 years ago, Sophia Woods served as a rector of an urban parish until she came to the monastic life. She holds a Masters degree in Pastoral Counseling and previously worked in psychiatric nursing and grief counseling. At present she continues her work in urban ministry in Newburgh, NY and offers support to those on the journey towards spiritual growth and development. She has three daughters and one granddaughter.
Ann Prentice, OSH
After her divorce 27 years ago, Ann completed her BA degree in Theatre Arts and Speech with a minor in Psychology. She has three years of seminary study, focusing on Pastoral Care and Counseling, and is certified in Spiritual Direction. Ann is an experienced retreat leader, preacher and spiritual director who feels called to ministries of encouragement and hospitality. She has been with OSH for 16 years. She has a son and one granddaughter.
$160 includes program, lodging and all meals.
Please pre-register with the convent by phone (845-562-0592) or email (sisters@osh.org).
Scholarship funding may be available.
Daily Schedule and Worship
Weekdays:
7:00 a.m. Matins; 7:30 a.m. Eucharist; 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
Noon Diurnum; 12:30 p.m. Lunch
5:00 p.m. Vespers; 6:30 p.m. Supper; 7:30 p.m. Compline
No services or served meals on Mondays
Saturday and Sunday: as above, except 7:30 Matins, Eucharist and Breakfast to follow; no Compline on Sunday.
Back to topReservations Policy for Groups
Overnight Reservations
We require a deposit per room of $35 for one night, $50 for two nights and $25 per night for subsequent nights before we can we can make a firm reservation.
We ask for a donation (per room) of $75 for the first night, $50 for the second night (that is $125 for a weekend) and $60 for each additional night, plus $10 per night if we conduct a program for the group.
If a reservation is made more than six months in advance, half of the deposit will be refunded upon cancellation up to six months before the date of the reservation. No refunds will ordinarily be made after that date. If not all the rooms reserved are actually used, deposits for the unused rooms may not be applied to donations for those persons who attend. Reservations for rooms not included in the original reservation will be accepted, subject to availability, upon payment of the appropriate deposit.
Overnight reservations include linens and three meals per day. Please note that reservation fees are on a per-room basis, whether single or double occupancy. Donations are on a per-person basis, regardless of single or double occupancy.
Day use of the Convent - Approximate time 9AM to 4 PM
A donation of $25 per person is requested Lunch is provided. For groups of 10 or more purpose the convent also provides a continental breakfast. An additional donation of $5 is requested of guests who stay for supper.
If a sister conducts a program for a group, an additional donation of $100 is requested. An additional amount may be requested to cover the cost of materials used in workshops.
It is not our intention to deny hospitality to anyone because of inability to pay. If these rates are too much for your group, please let us know.
Both women and men are welcome at convent programs.
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