In the Silence of the Heart, God Speaks

A retreat for those looking to find more quiet, stillness, and gentle guidance

on practicing silence in daily life.

Are you seeking more quiet in your life?

Is your mind full of chatter when you try to pray?

Join us for this three-hour online retreat

April 8, 2026

9AM-12 PT | 11AM-2 CT | 12PM-3 ET

Praying in Silence is Not Easy

Many of us long for more quiet in our lives — yet when we finally slow down, we encounter restlessness, mental chatter, and distraction. What is your comfort level with silence? Do you feel uneasy when things grow still or when you try to pray?

You are not alone.

Come explore the beauty and challenge of silence and solitude.

Silence is not empty. It is spacious. It is sacred. It is often where the deepest movements of the heart become known. Silence is the language of God. Silence can be the most beautiful prayer.

Yet it is common to feel resistant to the stillness. That is why it can be helpful to reflect on what gets in the way and how you can be nurturing towards yourself when you are trying to integrate moments of quiet in your life.

Together we will:

  • Explore why silence can feel difficult

  • Practice guided and shared silence

  • Learn practical ways to create moments of stillness in daily life

    Throughout our time together, you will be gently guided into moments of shared silence — a communal experience of listening within and holding one another in quiet presence.

In the Silence of the Heart, God Speaks

Day: Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Time: 9AM-12 PT | 11AM-2 CT | 12PM-3 ET

Where: On Zoom

Cost: $40

Sliding Scale $10, $20, $30

Can’t attend live?

This retreat will be recorded and emailed to all registrants after the event.

Your Retreat Facilitator

Christine Jurisich, M.A.

Christine Jurisich is the founder of Retreat, Reflect, Renew and has been working in retreat ministry for the past twenty years. She is an author, spiritual director, and adjunct retreat facilitator at Mercy Center Auburn.

Christine is passionate about creating approachable and welcoming ways for people to grow in faith. You can learn more about Christine here.

FAQ’s

  • This retreat will have a balance of presentation, personal time to reflect and have a break, and sharing (if you choose to share).

  • No. Sharing is always optional.

  • Sharing in the large group and in a breakout room is always optional. The sharing is guided by a pledge agreement to ensure confidentiality, respect, and no sharing of political views.

  • You feeling welcome is our greatest priority. The intention of this retreat and ministry is to meet you wherever you are in your faith journey, whether you attend church regularly or have never been. This is a Christ-centered ministry that welcomes all denominations.

  • No, come as you are and we look forward to meeting you.

  • No, you do not have to have your video on, yet we do encourage it for a communal experience.