The ACGR is a retreat specifically conducted for the care of those who care for other people in their profession.
The retreat could be applicable to Teachers, Social Workers, Counselors, Ministers and others who deliver life on life care to other people. The purpose of the retreat is to offer time to refresh the spirit and reconnect with the true self. This is done by engaging in the task of affirming yourself much like the caregiver affirms the life of the person that they care for each day.
The ACGR registration fee is $25 per participant please bring cash for your payment.
Attending the ACGR is a very refreshing event and should be utilized for each person attending.
Coming to the retreat it would be a good idea to:
1- Dress warm - it is usually cool in the mornings even when we enter the gardens it is still chilly.
2- Wear rubber bottom shoes that do not slip easy.
3- Take your time driving out to Dunaway Gardens- It is nestled out in the corner of Newnan so don't be in a hurry to get here.
4- Bring a positive attitude about your time of relaxing.
5- Be ready to connect with someone who does work very similar to your own.
6- If you take allergy medicine, bring it with you. You will be among nature and the Georgia Pollen can be a great challenge.
Most people who come to the retreat leave so refreshed that they get together with other participants and go to Newnan to each lunch and some catch a movie. You can treat yourself to a whole day of relaxing and refreshing. Chaplain Cutter recommends that you bring a good friend who does the same type of work so that when you leave the gardens you both can hangout together. Your registration to the retreat pays for you to stay in the gardens for the day so feel free to roam after the retreat is over.
We are arranging a light breakfast with juice and coffee so bring your favorite cup, like I do.
Below are some ground rules for the retreat sessions.
• Group members will never be forced to talk, but are encouraged to do so.
• Group members agree to respect the other group members and keep things said within the session confidential. Personal information is not to be used outside of the group. (Exception: if you are a danger to yourself or others.)
• Group members agree not to judge or correct other group members. Everyone is at a different place on his or her journey.
• Group members understand that he or she is free to ask questions and to express feelings, thoughts, concerns, anger, fears and successes. When emotions are expressed please offer your presence, your patience, your pause and then your support.
• Group members agree to allow time for everyone to comment and share. Instances of silence during discussion time will be viewed as "okay" because it allows everyone time to think before answering.
Group members are encouraged to hug due to the touch deprived society that we experience each day. Real Hugs are encouraged for All!!!
• Group members understand that this is a spiritual program and at times will give Biblical references to support participants reflections.
Knowing these things will help you have a productive time for your retreat experience.
General info:
Dunaway Gardens, is a well manicured garden tucked in the corner of Newnan, Ga. You will be surrounded by nature and have time to take for reconnecting with your mind and body and spirit.
The Retreat will take place on Fri. May 27 from 8:00 am- 1:30pm, breakfast will be served. The attendance fee for access to the gardens and Retreat is $25.00. Register by May 20 (call Chaplain Cutter (770-969-8354).
Participants will meet at Dunaway Gardens: 3218 Roscoe Rd., Newnan, Ga. 30263
Please call Chaplain Horace Cutter for any questions or concerns. 678-763-1871
Directions to Dunaway Gardens :
*From I-85 take exit 47 Bullsboro Dr. (Hwy 34) in Newnan.
*Drive toward Newnan about ¼ mi, make right on 34 by-pass.
*Continue on 34 by-pass (3mi.) to Hwy 70 (Roscoe Rd). make right & Drive apprx. 5. 5 miles.
*Dunaway Gardens will be on the Left.
Stay tuned for more information on the ACGR
1 comment:
Eventhough I host the ACGR. I get to refresh my soul while I am in the gardens. I pray each year that everyone will have a spiritual illumination from God and that their soul will be refreshed.
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