Jesus Christ, Through the Lens of the Jesus Prayer
April 29-May 1st, 2022
In the first of a series of work weekends about the Five Prophets, Claymont is offering a weekend: “Jesus Christ, Through the Lens of The Jesus Prayer.”
The program will be led by Georgia DuBose, an Episcopal priest who first began working with The Jesus Prayer, or Prayer of the Heart, when she was 16; Georgia was encouraged to explore it further by Pierre Elliot.
James Farrelly, a writer and former educator, will collaborate with Georgia. James has also had a long history of work with The Jesus Prayer. Both will share their understanding of the prayer, inviting participants to share theirs as they wish.
This event will begin a process whereby participants work to connect or reconnect with the living streams of spiritual traditions that have nurtured the very foundation of The Claymont Society. In subsequent cycles, we will explore the practices / traditions handed down by the Holy Saints Moses, Mohammed, Buddha, and Llama.
For the first in the Series, we will focus on activities and practices during the weekend that will include work with Movements embodying The Jesus Prayer. There will be periods of silence and solitude, walking meditation, and some practical work. Other experienced practitioners may join via Zoom or livestreaming. Participants are encouraged to minimize electronic communications during this event. This event may serve as an introduction to the prayer for those unfamiliar with it; participants who have worked with The Jesus Prayer before may find it useful to renew their work with a group.
You are cordially invited to join us in this work. If you wish, please give us some indication of your years of experience with this practice and a short statement as to its personal benefits for you.
The seminar will begin with dinner at 6:30 pm on Friday April 29 and end after lunch on Sunday May 1.
Suggested donation for the event is $150 if you are staying at Claymont, and $100 if staying off-site. However, do not let cost prevent you from attending as financial assistance is available.
For more information, and to register, please contact Amy Silver, Registrar, at Claymontgathering@hotmail.com