Led by The Rev. Hillary Raining, D.Min.





Dr. Hillary Raining is Director of the Center for Christian Spirituality and Affiliated Professor of Ascetic and Liturgical Theology at General Theological Seminary in New York City.

An Opportunity for Restoration in Body and Spirit


In this workshop, Dr. Raining guides you through a meditation with prayer, scripture, and reflection.

The meditation draws upon "An Order for Worship in the Evening" in The Book of Common Prayer and features the practice of visio Divina, or "divine seeing," with candlelight.

The workshop includes a 15-minute video meditation guide and a printable worksheet for reflection and journaling.

It is designed to be a devotional resource that you can use for personal or group meditation again and again throughout the Advent season.

This devotional opportunity is a collaborative creation of The Center for Christian Spirituality at General Theological Seminary and Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary.

Asynchronous Format

You can choose your own pace and do the workshop at times that fit your schedule

Minimal Materials Required

You can do the workshop anywhere with just an internet-ready device or expand your practice with paper, pen, and a lighted candle

Free Access

The workshop and its resources are provided throughout the Advent and Christmas seasons at no financial cost to you

This course is closed for enrollment.

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