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Soul Trekkers Nature Walk

Soul Trekkers

Autumn Light

A Contemplative Walk with Ikebana

Led by Colleen Baum, Professional Arborist

November 7 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Gathering at 12:30pm
Snacks, coffee and tea will be available.

Soul Trekkers combines Centering Prayer and meditation with a quiet, contemplative experience of nature. Between”

As autumn unfolds, we are invited to slow down, listen deeply, and discover what nature and the trees themselves have to teach us.

Colleen thoughtfully selects each location to complement the insights she hopes to share. Her knowledge of trees and the natural world enriches our experience, helping us notice what we might otherwise overlook.

Along the way, Colleen will offer reflections while honoring our shared silence and contemplative experience. Together, we will allow the landscape to guide our attention, deepen our listening, and awaken us to the quiet presence of the Divine in creation.

What to bring:

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water bottle and a small plastic bag
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • An open heart and attentive spirit
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Sunset Cemetery

Address


10180 Gravois Road
Affton, Missouri 63123

About the Presenter

Collen baum

Our nature guide, Colleen Baum, brings more than 20 years of experience as an ISA Certified Arborist and owner of Droege Tree Care in St. Louis. This marks the third year Colleen has guided our Soul Trekkers walks.

A little history on the formation of the Soul Trekkers

In 2022 following a 7 day silent retreat in Snowmass, CO at St. Benedict’s Monastery, Jennifer Beeman, Heather Fricke and Susie Brent gathered with Jenny Adamson and Pat Johnson to discuss potential avenues for sharing the methods of centering prayer with the next generation. It was suggested to combine centering prayer with an activity such as yoga or art. 

It was agreed upon that contemplative prayer may enhance and be enhanced by any activity that lends itself to a stillness in mind and heart, a joy within, and being truly present in each moment. The divine dwelling within can be communed with while hiking beneath the trees, free flowing with a favorite melody, exploring and creating in a favorite artistic medium, within the deep breath taken while settling into a yoga pose, energy breath work, or while listening to the draw of classical piano music. These are just some avenues to become more comfortable with simply being.

It is the Soul Trekkers intent to investigate the many branches of the Tree of Contemplative Practices combined with guided Centering Prayer meditation sessions to inspire exploration, joy, and connection in a fellowship of contemplative travelers.  While centering prayer guidelines will be offered, any and all meditation disciplines are welcome. The goal is to embrace stillness and foster a relationship with the God within each of us and our true authentic selves. Come share in the beautiful intimacy that stillness in community has to offer.
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Image by Carrie Bergman

 For any questions please email: cpsoultrekkers@gmail.com

Registration:

Having trouble registering or did not receive a confirmation email? Reach out to susiebrentcostl@gmail.com.

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