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Upcoming Weekends
Kairos Inside
MCIH-Men
March 6-9, 2008
MCIJ-Women
November 20-23,2008
Kairos Outside
New Windsor
May 30-June 1, 2008
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| MD Kairos Outside |
Kairos Outside is a lay-led, ecumenical ministry which provides a spiritual support community
for women who are or have been
affected by the incarceration of a friend or
family member. Kairos Outside lets them know that they are not alone and that
there is a
Christian Community that cares about them. Kairos Outside's mission
is to provide a safe and sacred place for these women, who
often feel alone and
isolated, to share their challenges and find healing and hope. This starts with
the women attending a weekend
retreat where they hear a series of talks given by
women, many of whom have incarcerated loved ones. Interspersed with the talks
are periods of voluntary, confidential sharing, music and laughter.
Maryland holds weekends in the spring and fall of
each year. The weekends are free to each guest, transportation can be provided
to the site of the weekend retreat and, if necessary, Kairos Outside can assist
in the cost of child care. Any adult female 20 years
old or older whose life
has been impacted by the incarceration of relatives or friends is eligible to
attend a Kairos Outside
weekend.The community involvement continues with
reunions which are held approximately quarterly, where the women can
continue in
life giving, healing relationship.
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