NOMC 2008 FALL RETREAT

RETREAT THEME: BETRAYAL/FORGIVENESS

We sometimes think of betrayal as a single event.  End of story.  But further investigation will show it as a new beginning, the opening of a part of the world we didn't know was there.  We begin to see the world and ourselves in a new light with new knowledge for better or for worse. We invite you to explore with us your roles as the betrayed or the betrayer.

“ Look back over your life and note the holy and evolutionary qualities of betrayal” J. Houston

“Trust has in it the seed of betrayal” J. Hillman

“When forgiveness is fully known and experienced in the soul, you can see the ‘betrayer’

as the instrument of the Larger Story” J. Houston

THE NOMC FALL RETREAT WILL BE HELD -

OCT. 31 thru NOV. 2, 2008

AT KING’S ARROW RANCH, HILLSDALE, MS.

WHAT TO EXPECT

We seek to provide a safe place for men to connect with themselves,

other men, and the environment. Large and small group experiences,

As well as some time alone, are planned. In our mythopoetic tradition,

storytelling, poetry, drumming, and sharing from the heart can be expected PLEASE INVITE ANOTHER MAN TO COME WITH YOU.

Visit our web site: http://www.thenomc.org/retreats.html

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WHEN

Arrive on Friday, Oct. 31. Check in and cabin assignment will begin at 5 pm. Plan to arrive no later than 6pm in time for dinner, followed by our opening ritual which will begin at 7pm.

You may choose to arrive as early as you wish on Friday to check out the grounds, take a meditation hike,

or even play a round of golf (green fees extra).

The retreat will end after lunch on Sunday.

DIRECTIONS TO KAR

King’s Arrow Ranch , Hillsdale, MS., is just east off exit 35 on I-59 North; 75 miles North of New Orleans and 30 miles south of Hattiesburg, MS.

In case of emergency, you can be reached thru the KAR phone # 601-796-3423.

PRE-REGISTER VIA E-MAIL

We ask that you pre-register by Oct. 27 so we can estimate lodging and meals required. To register, just reply to this email and let us know you will be there (retreat@mchsi.com).

If you do not have email, call one of the facilitators to register. A confirmation letter with more details will be sent upon registration. For

confidentiality and privacy, information provided for registration will only be available to retreat participants.

COST

The cost of the retreat is $120, which covers all meals and lodging.

You can pay by check or cash upon arrival.

SCHOLARSHIPS

If you need financial assistance, please contact a facilitator. No one will

be refused due to lack of funds.

NOMC PLANNING MEETING

After the closing ceremony on Sunday, a meeting will be held to discuss the next retreat as well as other business. This meeting is open to any attendee.

QUESTIONS?

Contact: George 662-312-2099; ED 504-610-3197; Steve 504-388-9756;

or Ron 601-217-2142