The statements and views made on Retreat to St. Thomas' blog posts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Episcopal Church, or St. Thomas' Church, Whitemarsh. Views and beliefs are of the writer / contributor. 

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PATH OF LIFE

Keeping your balance. It’s the path of life with all it’s twists and turns.

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Live Love

Love conquers not by asking how they treated you, but how Jesus would treat them.

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Finding Your Spark

“Go out and do the work I have given you to do.” What is your calling? Your vocation?

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God, the Gardener

God as our gardener created and designed, nurtures and sustains all life. He maintains the careful balance needed to grow and thrive, and to offer sustenance when we wilt.

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Six Essentials to Get From a Writing Retreat

Writing retreats offer writers time away from busy family and work schedules and allow them to focus completely on their creative process. Here are six essentials to get from a writing retreat

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