a center of contemplative life

(Eh-RAY-moes)
Greek word meaning solitary place, quiet place, desert place

We seek to provide contemplative opportunities for people of all faith traditions and all walks of life to step back from the hectic pace of life and reconnect to their Source.

Welcome to Eremos,
a contemplative community without walls

We help people from all walks of life step back from daily distractions to reconnect with God or the Divine (however they define Source) through a wide variety of programs, spiritual direction, and reflections. We invite you to explore this website thoroughly to get a sense of who we are and all we have to offer.

If you’re not sure if a program is right for you, please call us at 512-276-2649 or fill out this contact form on the website. Someone will get back to you promptly to help you discern the ideal entry point into Eremos.

Eremos Joyful Reunion!

You’re Invited to an Eremos Brunch Social!

Saturday, May 6th * 10:30am to 12:30pm, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

You’re invited to reconnect with Eremos friends (or meet new friends in person after a few years on Zoom!) over a casual community brunch.

In a year of focus on the many Facets of Joy, may the gift of community open each of us to more joy and more joyful connections.

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Upcoming Workshops

Wednesday, March 22nd, 6:30pm to 7:45pm

Beyond Thin Places: Celtic Spirituality
Part III: Blessing the Journey

Blessing the Journey with Rev. Brad Highum of Abiding Love Lutheran Church. He spent a recent sabbatical at Iona immersing himself in the Celtic Christian tradition and will share his experience, the power of a journey or pilgrimage, and the gift of blessing. Pastor Brad will invite us to bring more blessings into our lives and to consider how thin places, a pilgrimage, or an inner journey open us to blessings we may not even know we need or yearn for.

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Part III: Blessing the Journey with Rev. Brad Highum
March 29th, 6:30pm to 7:45pm Central via Zoom

Suggested price: $20.00

Minimum price: $5.00

$ 5.00
Unlimited
Thursday, April 13th, 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Finding Joy After the Sorrow

In this season of rebirth and renewal, join us for an evening with Rev. Mary Earle, as she shares her wisdom on how she and others have found joy again after—and sometimes amidst—the sorrow experienced from illness, devastating loss, and unexpected change.

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Finding Joy After the Sorrow
With Mary C. Earle, Thursday Evening, April 13th, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Central, Virtually: (via Zoom)
$ 40.00
Unlimited
Saturday, April 22nd (Earth Day!), 9:30am* to 4:30pm

A Joyful Connection Day Retreat Renew Your Relationship with Mother Earth with Leslie Wagner and Dianna Amorde

Stillwaters Retreat Center, Austin, TX

Come and rest awhile in the sheltering arms of Mother Earth and a circle of new friends. Leave renewed and refreshed in body, mind, and spirit.

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A Joyful Connection Day Retreat
Renew Your Relationship with Mother Earth with Leslie Wagner and Dianna Amorde Saturday, April 22nd (Earth Day!), 9:30am* to 4:30pm
$ 80.00
11 available
Tuesday, June 13th, 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Poetry Of The Season with Beverly Voss

Join one of our passionate-about-poetry experienced facilitators to hear poetry and wise quotes that offer insight into the season and what is alive in our community at the time. Sessions include experiencing poetry, time for personal reflection, and an invitation to write and share.

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Poetry of the Season: SUMMER
Tuesday evening, June 13th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Central with Beverly Voss
$ 25.00
14 available
Poetry of the Season: FALL
Tuesday evening, September 12th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Central with Julie Bowman
$ 25.00
15 available
Poetry of the Season: WINTER
Tuesday evening, December 12th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Central with Bill Jeffers
$ 25.00
15 available

Upcoming Events

Recurring

Beyond Thin Places: Celtic Spirituality Three Part Series

Virtual, via Zoom

This three-part series will explore and invite experiences in how Celtic wisdom can strengthen your contemplative practice and deepen your connection to God and nature, especially in spring when the earth is offering us powerful examples of renewal and rebirth.

Recurring

A Quiet Pause

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

A Quiet Pause... “Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and listen.” –Eckhart Tolle Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People Every Thursday, 12:30pm Central to 1:00pm […]

Recurring

A Quiet Pause

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

A Quiet Pause... “Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and listen.” –Eckhart Tolle Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People Every Thursday, 12:30pm Central to 1:00pm […]

Recurring

A Quiet Pause

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

A Quiet Pause... “Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and listen.” –Eckhart Tolle Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People Every Thursday, 12:30pm Central to 1:00pm […]

Finding Joy After the Sorrow

Virtual, via Zoom

In this season of rebirth and renewal, join us for an evening with Rev. Mary Earle, as she shares her wisdom on how she and others have found joy again after—and sometimes amidst—the sorrow experienced from illness, devastating loss, and unexpected change.

Recurring

Benedict’s Way with Betsy Aylin

Virtual, via Zoom

An Exploration Of A Way Of Being In The World We truly welcome new participants at any time, so please join us! In a fast paced, conflictual world, it is […]

Recurring

A Quiet Pause

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

A Quiet Pause... “Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and listen.” –Eckhart Tolle Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People Every Thursday, 12:30pm Central to 1:00pm […]

A Joyful Connection Day Retreat

Stillwaters Retreat Center 9409 Granada Hills Drive, Austin, TX

Renew Your Relationship with Mother Earth with Leslie Wagner and Dianna Amorde Saturday, April 22nd (Earth Day!), 9:30am* to 4:30pm “The Earth doesn’t belong to us, we belong to Earth.” […]

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Recurring

A Quiet Pause

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

A Quiet Pause... “Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and listen.” –Eckhart Tolle Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People Every Thursday, 12:30pm Central to 1:00pm […]

Contemplative Morning

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

You’re invited to experience a quiet morning of contemplation in community. We are excited to be able to offer these meetings in person again! Since the location changes with each […]

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Summer Book Reflection

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

Eremos Summer Book Reflection Recipes for a Sacred Life: True Stories and a Few Miracles By Rivvy Neshama“Life is sacred—for everyone, not just monks and mystics. But to feel it […]

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Summer Book Reflection

Eremos 3005 South Lamar Blvd. Ste. D109, #71, Austin

Eremos Summer Book Reflection Recipes for a Sacred Life: True Stories and a Few Miracles By Rivvy Neshama“Life is sacred—for everyone, not just monks and mystics. But to feel it […]

$50.00

“Finding the Eremos community was finding part of who I am to be in the world. From reading the newsletter, to participating in programs, retreats, ongoing groups, and even as a board member, Eremos is the challenge that keeps me awake and supports me as I work to live as a spiritual being in this physical body and world.”
– Founding Friend of Eremos

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CONTEMPLATIVE RECORDINGS

Being with the Divine Series

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The Five Questions: Spiritually Seeking A Meaningful Life With Rabbi Rami Shapiro

Featuring Rabbi Rami Shapiro

The Restoration of Joy:
Spiritual Healing for Batterd Souls

Featuring Flint Sparks

Light of Day: A Conversation with Jan Richardson

Featuring Jan Richardson and Rev. Dr. Mona West

 
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REFLECTIONS & CONTEMPLATIONS

Returning to Center in These Challenging Times

With the pandemic entering its third year and continuing divisiveness in our country, many are struggling to stay rooted in hope and the strength of their faith – however they define it. As a contemplative community, Eremos is blessed to have access to wise souls with spiritual practices to help them come back to center* when the anxieties, fears, and tribulations of these times threaten to overwhelm them.

Focusing on Nature with Julie Bowman

Inspiration and Synchronicity with Cathey Capers

God Meets us in Silence with Sharon Dunn

Our intention in sharing these short videos is for them to inspire or remind you of simple spiritual practices or meditative reflections that can guide you back to center. May you feel the support of our contemplative community without walls as you view each offering.

WHO WE ARE

New to Contemplation?

To be contemplative is to enter a quiet in which every aspect of our humanness becomes still in response to the stillness within God, the Divine, or however you define the Source of all that is.

In the spaciousness created within the Eremos community, you are gently invited to behold the Mystery of God. As you rest in moments of silence in community, burdens are lightened, clarity comes, and compassion for yourself and others is reawakened.

Whether you choose to accept our invitation via spiritual direction, a workshop, retreat or monthly on-going small group, you are welcome here.

We invite you to step back from the busyness of life. Spaciousness, clarity, connection, and peace are just a few of the gifts that await you in our contemplative community without walls.

MONTHLY CONTEMPLATIVE GROUPS

Exploring your relationship with the Divine…

Experience the benefits of connecting to and exploring your relationship with the Divine in the company of a small group of fellow travelers on the contemplative path. You’re welcome to join one or more of the following groups.

Benedict’s Way An Exploration Of A Way Of Being In The World
MEETS THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH VIA ZOOM

This on-going Eremos offering provides an opportunity to explore the rich tradition of Benedictine spirituality as a way to enrich the spiritual depth and meaning of our lives and as a guide to everyday living.

Contemplative Mornings with Leslie Wagner
MEETS LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY OTHER MONTH IN PERSON

Experience the simple, profound gifts that the spaciousness in this ‘time out’ can give you. Whether it’s to be present to God’s love and call, to hear your inner wisdom, or to rest your weary spirit in quiet company, come and be awhile.

Contemplative Men’s Group
MEETS VIRTUALLY ON THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH

Our men’s 90-minute gatherings offer an atmosphere of confidentiality, trust and acceptance where men can find a sense of mutual accountability in a regular time dedicated to community and contemplative practice.

Morning Retreat
A Quiet Pause: Free Weekly 30-Minute Pause for Busy People
MEETS VIRTUALLY EACH THURSDAY AT 12:30PM CENTRAL

With busy people like you in mind, this weekly Quiet Pause includes a brief guided meditation or poem and image for reflection, then 20 minutes of silence in community, and closes with an inspiring message to take with you as you re-enter your day.

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EREMOS BLOG

Reflections

The World is Full of Magic Things

While we can’t control the weather or people around us, we can seek to enhance our inner and physical senses to find the magic each day.

Called to Thrive…

Come and rest awhile in the sheltering arms of Mother Earth and a circle of new friends. Leave renewed and refreshed in body, mind, and spirit.

Finding Peace…

After being welcomed by an abundance of bluebonnets lining the road into a favorite nearby resort, a dear friend and I spent this past weekend blessed by the restorative power of nature.

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