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Abbey Solstice Silent Day at Five Oak Ranch

You are invited to mark the turning of the season with a day of quiet reflection and shared stillness at Five Oak Ranch. Set in the beauty of the Hill Country, this silent day offers space to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with yourself, Spirit, and with others in community. Throughout the day you are welcome to walk the labyrinth, participate in group meditation/Centering Prayer at designated times, and rest in the gentle rhythm of silence. Settle into a rocking chair, listen to birdsong, or retreat indoors to a comfortable, air-conditioned space.

Date & Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 8am – 3:00pm (We will begin early for early risers and those who want to walk the labyrinth before it gets too hot). You may come at any time and leave at any time during the day. No need to stay the whole time. Please enter and leave in silence.

Location: Five Oak Ranch in Southwest Austin. Address and directions will be sent to registrants a few days before the Quiet Day.

Please bring your lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

Silent Day Agenda

8:00 Labyrinth Walk

8:30 Centering Prayer/Meditation 1 (with bells)

9:00 Silent Reflection Time 1 (Poems, journaling, mandalas, reading, your own activity)

11:30 Centering Prayer/Mediation 2 (with bells)

Noon Lunch with Reading

1:00 Silent Reflection Time 2

1:30 Centering Prayer/Meditation 3 (with bells)

2:30 Group Reflection Time (talking)3:00 Blessing and Dismissal

Quiet Day Registration

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Abbey Spiritual Discussion Group

  • Day: Tuesdays
  • Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. Central Time 
  • Location: Zoom
  • Leader: Rebecca Hall

This group reads books to deepen our spiritual lives and to build community among participants. We are currently reading The Meaning of Mary Magdalene by Cynthia Bourgeault. Newcomers are welcome to join the group anytime. Register below and we will send you a Zoom link.

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The Gathering 

  • Dates: second and fourth Sundays of the month
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Central Time (optional discussion from 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.)
  • Location: Zoom
  • Leader: Rotating leadership

The Gathering is a Sunday morning time of contemplation and reflection in community. 

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Tuesday Morning Meditation

  • Time: 8 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Central Time: meditation; 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.: optional discussion on the practice of meditation
  • Location: Zoom
  • Leader: Rebecca Hall

All meditators welcome! We are currently discussing the book The Five Invitations by Frank Ostaseski during the optional discussion time.

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Second Saturday of the Month In-Person Labyrinth Walk

  • Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. 
  • Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church (Mopac/2222), Austin, TX. Easy parking and lots of shade! 
  • Leader: Janet Davis

Walk the labyrinth in a group with a short reflection and discussion.  

Register to receive a reminder email each month.

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Second Saturday of the Month Labyrinth Walk Online Discussion

  • Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Central Time
  • Location: Zoom
  • Leader: Janet Davis

Receive monthly reflection materials. Walk the labyrinth on your own. Join the Zoom discussion.

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