Practicing the Presence

Trinity Lakeside Abbey News 2026 Eastertide 2 Contemplative Walking Group Join us Saturdays at 8:00 am, May 16 – June 27. Each week we gather on the front porch to listen to a scripture passage, then walk silently, then gather back on the porch for prayer. Contact admin@trinitylakeside.org with questions or to sign up. AContinue reading “Practicing the Presence”

Taken, Blessed, Broken, Given

Trinity Lakeside Abbey News Eastertide 2026 Guided Silent Retreat Register now for the Eastertide Silent Retreat: Taken, Blessed, Broken, Given, Saturday, April 25, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at Trinity Lakeside Abbey. Enjoy a restful day of prayer, silent reflection and gentle conversation. Each retreat features a unique written guide of meditations around scripture, art,Continue reading “Taken, Blessed, Broken, Given”

Finding Rest at the Abbey

Christmas Lessons and Carols Service, Sunday, December 28 at 10:00 am. A traditional worship service dating back to 1880 which tells the story of God’s love in Word and song. Donations for the 2025 tax year must be postmarked by December 31 or made online by midnight on December 31. Read our vision here: KeepingContinue reading “Finding Rest at the Abbey”

Keeping Space for Listening

Dear Friends of the Abbey, For years I’ve traveled to a small adobe monastery tucked between the Chama River and the copper cliffs of northwest New Mexico. In their simple daily life of prayer and work I find renewal and rest in Jesus. In the heavy silence of that humble hidden place, my soul stillsContinue reading “Keeping Space for Listening”

Your Beauty and Love Chase After Me

October 2025 Trinity Lakeside Abbey News Your beauty and love chase after me    every day of my life.I’m back home in the house of God    for the rest of my life (Psalm 23:6, MSG). Men’s Listening Group The Men’s Listening Group, led by Dr. Terry Mullins, will meet on the third Sunday of each month, 8:00 –Continue reading “Your Beauty and Love Chase After Me”

The Healing Rhythms of Creation-Keeping

Last year when I was receiving weekly chemotherapy treatments, I was always drawn to the chairs by the windows. These floor-to-ceiling windows overlooked a garden full of native plants and a green belt of trees that runs along White Rock Creek. It was good for my soul to look out at that garden while IContinue reading “The Healing Rhythms of Creation-Keeping”