VIRTUAL SERVICES DESCRIPTIONS
NEW: Rosary with Anne
Wednesday 12/9 at 3:15pm
The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer. The repetition in the Rosary is meant to lead one into restful and contemplative prayer related to each Mystery. The gentle repetition of the words helps us to enter into the silence of our hearts, where Christ's spirit dwells.
NEW: Hospitality: The Heart of All Encounters: with Grace C.
Thursday 12/10 at 7pm
We will create the opportunity to explore the power of Presence, that disposition of the heart that makes us receptive, open, and inclined, to encounter the Living Christ in people, places, and situations. We will get to know how creating something of value comes from our hearts set on the One who invites us.
NEW: Writing to Heal with Christine C.
Friday 12/18 at 11am
Limited to 10 guests
Writing can heal. Learn to use writing to confront the pain, fear, trauma, and strife in your life and to claim your unique voice. The workshop will include creative writing prompts and will discuss the basic elements of every narrative. Be prepared to write.
Cooking with Chef Cathy (Holiday Entree)
Available specific Mondays
12/14 at 4pm
Chef Cathy will share a Mary’s Place by the Sea recipe and walk you through how to make the meal at home. Her recipes are plant-based and include ingredients that nourish the body and soul.
Expressive Writing with Carol C.
Available on specific Mondays:
12/7, 12/14, 12/21 & 12/28 at 2pm
Limited to 6 Guests per session
Expressive Writing uses the act of writing and processing the written word to link feelings to events. Expressive Writing provides a safe and cathartic experience and reduces stress. Writing in this form helps gradually ease feelings of emotional trauma. (Limited to 6 participants).
Mindfulness Meditation Series with Isabel
Available on Mondays:
Mondays 12/7, 12/14, 12/21 at 7pm
What is mindfulness meditation? Explore the foundations of mindfulness meditation. Practice mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, self-compassion and lovingkindness. Join us for this four week series. Open to those who are beginning or experienced in meditation.
Gentle Yoga with Dina H.
Available on specific Saturdays:
12/5, 12/12, & 12/19 at 10am
Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet the comfort level of those practicing.
Restorative Yoga with Cheryl R.
Available on specific Saturdays:
Saturdays 12/5, 12/12, & 12/19 at 5pm
Breathing & pranayama techniques; great for end of day for calming & quieting; effective for self care awareness; bring a large towel or blanket to class.
Gentle Yoga with Elvira
Available on specific Wednesdays:
Wednesdays 12/2, 12/9 & 12/16 at 4pm
Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet the comfort level of those practicing.
Guided Imagery with Susan M.
Available on specific Saturdays:
12/5 & 12/19 at 4pm
A gentle but powerful technique that focuses and directs the imagination to produce calm and peaceful images in the mind, which helps to create harmony between the mind and body. Guided imagery involves all the senses, the entire body and emotions. This practice allows our guests to tap into their inner strength to cope with everyday stress.
Guided Meditation with Susan A.
Available on specific Tuesdays:
12/1, 12/8, & 12/15 at 3pm
Our certified practitioners provide an opportunity for guests to focus upon a sound, object, the breath, movement, or attention itself in order to reduce stress, promote relaxation and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.
Health Coaching with Laurie G.
Available on specific Fridays:
12/4, 12/11 & 12/18 at 1pm
Join our Health Coach Laurie to learn health tips and nutritional information to help you navigate your cancer journey. Topics discussed will include tips to help you manage side effects from chemotherapy.
Afternoon Tea with Susan B.
Available on specific Thursdays:
12/3, 12/10 & 12/17 at 3pm
A place for women with cancer to connect with each other, make new friends, and engage in fun activities with our House Manager Susan Barrett - just like at Mary's Place.
Christian Prayer Support with Anne
Available on specific Wednesdays:
12/2, 12/9 & 12/16 at 2pm
Mary’s Place by the Sea offers Christian prayer as a spiritual activity to reduce emotional stress and worry.
Virtual Reiki with Maggie H.
Available on specific Fridays:
12/4, 12/11 & 12/18 at 3pm
Limited to 12 Guests per session
Provides a gentle, noninvasive, therapy that is deeply relaxing. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method that treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit. Beneficial effects include relaxation, balance, and feelings of peace, and well-being.
Virtual Reiki with Cathy S.
Available on specific Tuesdays:
12/1, 12/8 & 12/15 at 7pm
Limited to 12 Guests per session
Provides a gentle, noninvasive, therapy that is deeply relaxing. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method that treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit. Beneficial effects include relaxation, balance, and feelings of peace, and well-being.
