In the world we live in, we often find ourselves speechless in the face of another’s grief, or in the throes of our own. As compassionate community members, caregivers and end-of-life practitioners, there are times when “thoughts and prayers” just don’t seem sufficient.
In this two hour, online experiential workshop, we will talk about the true power of prayer, and how we might add authentic prayer to our toolbox of support. We will explore what “prayer” is— it’s history, meaning and depth. In the second hour of the class, we will begin to develop our own personal prayer that we can use to soothe our own frayed edges or to offer as a gift to someone in need of encouragement.
*Scholarships are available: please email info@thepeacefulpresenceproject.org to request.
Molly Lannon Kenny is a teacher, therapist, lecturer, and writer, who has spent over 30 years dedicating her life to individual transformation and radical social change.
It was her first job in Seattle, at an agency that supported adults with developmental disabilities, that sparked Molly’s winding journey of advocacy, curiosity, compassion and equality, and her love of people in all their complexity.
Molly is the recent founder of La Ermita, a center for contemplative community, where she offers a beautiful, sacred and welcoming space, free meditation, classes, workshops and individual therapy sessions, both live and online.
She draws her primary inspiration from Swami Vivekananda, Ram Dass, Larry Ward, Richard Rohr, Howard Thurman, Liz Caemmerer, and her beloved sister, Erin, who died on October 19, 2018, changing Molly’s life and perspective forever.
Molly is an open ocean swimmer and is currently pursuing her Masters in Theology. She is passionate about anti-colonialism, solidarity, and creating meaningful connections with her beloved local community.