A Brush With God

Byzantine Iconography is a highly structured and disciplined art form which combines prayer and painting techniques to create serene images of Christ, Mary, the angels and the saints following centuries old guidelines. No previous experience or natural talent is required. We paint, pray, and follow simple step-by-step instructions. Please join us to paint a simple image of Christ of the Passion Story. All supplies will be provided, the cost is included in the registration fee.

About the Retreat Leader: Peter Pearson has been studying and painting icons for more than fifty years and teaching others to do so for over half that time. He's authored three books on the subject and has painted hundreds of icons for churches, monasteries, seminaries, convents, and individuals all over the world. Peter's students number in the thousands and each has walked away with an icon of their very own.

Event Details: The program begins at 5 PM with Evening Prayer on Tuesday evening and ends on Friday afternoon at 3 PM.

· Where? Brookland Retreat Center, 3714 Fox Hill Road, Ulyssess, PA 16948
For more info about Brookland Retreat Center, visit their website: brooklandcenter.org

· Onsight Lodging Option: Onsite lodging is provided in large, shared bedrooms. One bedroom designated for women and one for men. All bedrooms are on the 2nd floor. (Not accessible) Those staying onsite are to bring your own bed and bath linens.

· Offsite Lodging/ Commuter Option: If you wish for more privacy or accessibility, you can select the Commuter option and book a room at one of the local bed and breakfasts. (Contact info below)

· Meals? Meals (Lunch and Dinner) at Brookland Retreat Center are prepared and cleaned up as a communal effort. Breakfast is on your own. Each retreatant will be asked to contribute to the noonday and evening meals. A meal plan sign-up will be issued two weeks prior to the retreat. Feeding each other is part of the experience.

Cost and Registration?

· Onsite lodging: $425 per person

· Commuter/ Offsite lodging: $375 per person

· To register, click this link: Link to be added(Registration closes on August 17th and is capped at 12 participants)

Contacts for local Bed and Breakfasts:

· Susquehannock Lodge: https://susquehannock-lodge.com/
5039 US 6 West, Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 435-2163 Email: c3VzcXVlbGdjYXJvbCB8IHBlbm4gISBjb20=

· Oak Hall Bed & Breakfast:
26 S Brookland Rd, Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 435-1184

For more information, contact:

Rev. Stuart Scarborough, Deacon
Diocesan Property Manager
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Mobile: 717-585-0576

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