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How many times in your life have you realized it was better to let go of something–a job, a habit, or a person–rather than keeping it in your life? Release what no longer serves you. Make room for Spirit to work more freely and deeply in your life. Whether you pull your hands off the controls or take out the trash, you arrive lighter and freer for it. Experience various practices, including guided meditation, prayer/personal reflection time, and group discussions.
Leader, Stephanie Gretchen, is a certified Spiritual Director, Life Coach, and retreat leader working with clients around the country through Stephanie Gretchen Coaching and Retreats. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Ithaca College, a master’s degree in journalism from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University, and is a graduate of the Hesychia School of Spiritual Direction. Stephanie serves on the faculty of Shalem’s Personal Spiritual Deepening Program. Stephanie currently lives in Albuquerque, NM, where she attends Albuquerque Friends Meeting.
As a parent educator, Stephanie has led anti-child abuse programs and been a docent-educator at the National Zoo. Some of her prior volunteer service within the Religious Society of Friends includes being a Board Trustee at Sandy Spring Friends School from 2007-2010 and clerking various committees for her Quaker Meeting. She has served on the Pendle Hill Board since 2014, as member of the Advancement Committee and clerking the Governance and Nominating Committee. She currently does accompaniment for those in Sanctuary. A mother of two adult-ish kids who rock her world, she is a nature nerd who loves being outdoors and learning all she can about it.
Join local energy consultants, advocates, and installers on Sat, Aug 3rd at Penn State’s Brandywine Campus to learn about the clean energy options available for your home or business. We’re co-hosting this event with Senator Tom Killion and Representative Chris Quinn, both supporters of the statewide 100% Renewable Energy bill for Pennsylvania.
Tour exhibitors anytime between 12-4pm, and be sure to join us for a panel about Our Clean Energy Future from 1:30-2:30pm to hear how we can keep pushing to make the vision of 100% Renewable Energy a reality.
Make sure to RSVP and we’ll see you there!
Event Location
Tomezsko Building, Penn State Brandywine Campus25 Yearsley Mill Rd
Media, PA 19063
Liberation from economic oppression—this is how Jesus defined his mission as the Christ, the messiah. Steven Davison explores the economics of redemption in the common-wealth of God—Jesus’ promise of economic liberation, his plan for its fulfillment, and its implications for us today.
Leader: Steven Davison is a member of Central Philadelphia Meeting. He is the author of the blog “Through the Flaming Sword,” the Pendle Hill Pamphlet The Gathered Meeting (PHP #444), a history of Right Sharing of World Resources, and of two books in progress: The Economics of Redemption in the Common-Wealth of God, and Quakers and Capitalism.
Join with Earth Quaker Action Team (EQAT) on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm.
After five years of action by Earth Quaker Action Team, PNC announced today a shift in its policy that will effectively cease its financing of mountaintop removal coal mining in Appalachia.
Together we have shifted the policy of the seventh largest U.S. bank! This marks a major turnaround for PNC, who for years refused to budge on this issue. After more than 125 actions, their desire to continue business as usual proved no match for EQAT and our allies.
As more and more banks stop financing mountaintop removal, we expect it to become increasingly difficult over the next few years for mountaintop removal coal companies to secure financing for their destructive operations. So, join us in thanking the people of Appalachia who continue to inspire us and take bold action.
Celebrate and share this news widely. Together we have shown that strategic nonviolent direct action makes a difference. EQAT will continue to keep an eye on PNC to be sure that it follows through with this policy change. We will be looking forward to the next campaign.
Save the date for the third of four performances in our 2019 Arts in the Park… Funky Soul Music with The Bickel Brothers Band! While the band’s roots remain in Funk, Blues, Soul, Jazz, and Groove, it does not conform to any specific genre, remaining consistently fresh and exciting.
Rain date Sunday, August 18*
Free & family-friendly
Bring a blanket or chair, and relax on the lawn by the historical stage for a late afternoon concert. After the performance, head into Media for dinner and shopping, just two blocks away on State Street!
Thank you to our concert sponsors, Sterling Pig Brewery, Media Recreation Board, West End Flats, and Media Open Streets, and to Delaware County Parks & Recreation.
This summer’s Arts in the Park was made possible by funding from Project Stream, a grant initiative of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts that is regionally administered by the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.
*If the weather is questionable, we will post on Facebook and on our website by 1:00 Saturday whether we will use our Sunday rain date.
Other performances in Friends of Glen Providence Park’s 2019 Arts in the Park:
- Elegant Classical Ballet with the Academy of International Ballet on June 1
- Melodic Songstress Birdie Busch on July 13
- Heartwarming Summer Pop with Bill Ricchini of Summer Fiction on September 7
Join with Earth Quaker Action Team (EQAT) on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm.
After five years of action by Earth Quaker Action Team, PNC announced today a shift in its policy that will effectively cease its financing of mountaintop removal coal mining in Appalachia.
Together we have shifted the policy of the seventh largest U.S. bank! This marks a major turnaround for PNC, who for years refused to budge on this issue. After more than 125 actions, their desire to continue business as usual proved no match for EQAT and our allies.
As more and more banks stop financing mountaintop removal, we expect it to become increasingly difficult over the next few years for mountaintop removal coal companies to secure financing for their destructive operations. So, join us in thanking the people of Appalachia who continue to inspire us and take bold action.
Celebrate and share this news widely. Together we have shown that strategic nonviolent direct action makes a difference. EQAT will continue to keep an eye on PNC to be sure that it follows through with this policy change. We will be looking forward to the next campaign.
Join Keep Media Green for a 2.5 mile walking tour of Media Borough’s existing parks and currently unprotected green open spaces. [RAIN DATE: September 14th]
We will meet at Houtman Park and visit 5 other sites over the course of the morning, ending at the Broomall’s tract at 3rd & West Streets near the north entrance to Glen Providence Park.
This is a family event with music, kids’ activities, refreshments and more! Shuttle drivers will be available to those who cannot complete the entire walk.
Show your support for Keeping Media Green! We kindly request that you register so that we know how many people to expect.
Save the date for the final of four performances in our 2019 Arts in the Park… Heartwarming Summer Pop with Bill Ricchini of Summer Fiction! His music is described as “Charmingly catchy heartache meets sun-kissed disenchantment” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, “Heartwarming summer pop” by NPR, and “Lovely, bookish songs” by Vogue. We couldn’t agree more.
Rain date Sunday, September 8*
Free & family-friendly
Bring a blanket or chair, and relax on the lawn by the historical stage for a late afternoon concert. After the performance, head into Media for dinner and shopping, just two blocks away on State Street!
Thank you to our concert sponsors, Diego’s Cantina, Media Recreation Board, West End Flats, and Media Open Streets, and to Delaware County Parks & Recreation.
This summer’s Arts in the Park was made possible by funding from Project Stream, a grant initiative of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts that is regionally administered by the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.
*If the weather is questionable, we will post on Facebook and on our website by 1:00 Saturday whether we will use our Sunday rain date.
Other performances in Friends of Glen Providence Park’s 2019 Arts in the Park:
- Elegant Classical Ballet with the Academy of International Ballet on June 1
- Melodic Songstress Birdie Busch on July 13
- Funky Soul Music with The Bickel Brothers Band on August 17
Permaculture is a cutting-edge approach to living that helps both people and the environment.
By cooperating with nature and her energies, we are able to design our lives, from backyards to neighborhoods, farms or even cities, to be more abundant, more long-lasting, more ethical, healthier for all life in the system, and more enjoyable.
This internationally respected Permaculture Design Course developed by Growth Permaculture™ is focused on giving you the tools to create a regenerative life, and a higher quality of life, through the basics of food, shelter, energy, water, health, nature, and community. It is a healthy mixture of theory, hands-on application, and group activities. Different learning styles are accommodated. The course will address strategies and techniques for both urban and rural areas in different climates and circumstances.
The training is designed to offer multiple opportunities including career mentoring and pathways, community building opportunities, resource networking, skill building, as well as what is for many, a life changing experience. We will offer written materials and study aids and exercises before the course and urge students to use them, as you will get much more out of the course.
For a detailed course description and testimonials, click here.
The Media Environmental Advisory Council (EAC), Transition Town Media, Media Providence Friends School, Friends of Glen Providence Park, Media Arts Council, the Bicycle Coalition of Philadelphia, and other great partners have teamed up to bring residents of Media and our neighboring towns the 2nd Annual Media Open Streets—a fun, family-friendly event that’s sure to get you out in the streets, moving in any way you prefer!
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, from 10am to 3pm, we’ll close down Jackson St. from 5th St to 3rd, 3rd St from Jackson to West St, down West to State St, and down State to Glen Providence Park. You and your friends and family can come out and play in the streets! Anything non-motorized is allowed—bicycles, strollers, wheelchairs, skateboards, roller skates, or just your own two feet! Of course, there will be food, vendor and information tables, fun activities, and music along the way, around Borough Hall (3rd & Jackson Sts), and at Glen Providence Park. We’ll supply a list of what’s happening where.
Come and experience the fun of strolling or biking the streets of Media without cars—it’s healthy fun for the whole family! Check out this video to see what it might look like. And check out our Facebook page for the latest updates!
This is a great opportunity for your company too—be a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Media Open Streets! There’s a level of sponsorship for everyone. Please follow this link to select the one for you!
Rain date, Sunday, Sept 29th.
