“Simply being present in the natural world, with all our senses fully alive, can have (a profound) effect … and an antidote to our nature-starved lives that can heal our relationship with the more-than-human world. “
- from M. Amos Clifford’s book Your Guide to Forest Bathing

Join others in the Chicago area for a guided walk at the Morton Arboretum in a spirit of prayer, “with all our senses alive.” Drawing on contemplative prayer practices including Scripture meditation, we will “simply be present” in the presence of God and in creation.  Experience includes several short walks with prayer- and nature-related prompts, pauses for quiet reflection, and an outdoor tea ceremony to conclude. You might think of it as a short prayer retreat in the company of trees. Nothing formal or arduous, and no prior experience required. Comfortable weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes recommended. Light GF/DF refreshment to accompany the tea.

Senses awakened, walking with God, what might you notice?

After daffodil after daffodil

twelve turtle shells

Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 8:30-noon
Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle IL 60532

Cost $45
Deadline to register is May 15, 2023
Limit of 12 participants
Please review our cancellation policy

Fee includes discounted registration and timed entry to the arboretum. Participants are welcome to stay afterward and enjoy the extensive grounds and facilities, including The Ginkgo Room café. More specific information via email following registration.

Presenter: Cara Peterson was trained as a spiritual director by Christos Center for Spiritual Formation and as a tea sommelier by the International Tea Masters Association. She visits the forest preserves of DuPage County in all seasons and weather, tea flask in her pack.