NOMC 2009 SPRING RETREAT
HEART’S DELIGHT
“A man’s work is nothing more than to rediscover, through
the detours of art (myth ritual, poetry, music), those one or two images in the
presence of which his heart first opened.” Albert
Camus.
We invite you to join us in remembering when your hearts
first opened, in reclaiming your heart’s desire and delight, in facing the
fears and obstacles that stand in the way of the quest to fulfill your heart’s
desire and to learn the critical importance of soulful companions in making
possible the realization of your heart’s delight.
“ What was missing from most people’s lives were
opportunities to participate in the great symbols of life, to encounter the
great passions, and to immerse themselves in meaningful human community.”
Michael Meade
“What happens to a dream
deferred…does it dry up, crust over, stink, explode..?” Langston Hughes
“Follow your bliss.” Joseph Campbell
“Where your heart is, there
will your treasure be.” The Gospel
of Matthew
“Our deepest fear is not that we are
inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” Marianne
Williamson
“It is only with the heart that one sees
rightly.” Antoine de Saint-Exupery
THE NOMC SPRING RETREAT WILL BE HELD -
APRIL
17 thru 19, 2009
AT KING’S ARROW
RANCH,
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
WHEN
Arrive on Friday, April 17.
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
In case of emergency, you can
be reached thru the KAR phone # 601-796-3423.
Everyone including
veterans of this retreat please see What to Bring below!
PRE-REGISTER VIA E-MAIL
We ask that you pre-register
by April 13 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 the facilitators:
George Beals………. 662-312-2099
Dan O’Neill………… 404-816-5647
Jim O’Neill…………. 504-427-8023
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What to Bring!
Bedrolls/Sleeping
Bags/Pillows
Towels
Limited snacks
will be provided and feel free to bring your favorite snacks and non-alcoholic
beverages
Please
consider bringing your own drinking cups and water bottles so we are more
environmentally friendly.
Materials to
journal if you wish.
Anything you
need to be comfortable in a rustic environment .
See website for more suggestions