On this day, San Damiano & Hesed Community offer a space of silence, stillness and stability – core values of Contemplative life includes a wide variety of spiritual practices and everyone’s spiritual path is unique and God is present at all times, in every walk. Hesed Community’s mission, as a spiritual community of lay persons, include women and men of all faiths who are intentionally seeking to maintain a deep understanding of God’s created world in all it’s glory. Hesed was founded by Sister Barbara Hazzard 40 years ago and is rooted in Christian tradition. This day of Introduction to Christian Meditation will both introduce participants to hear of living a contemplative life as well as hear from Benedictine monk, Fr. Stephen Coffey, who is the Oblate Director at the Monastery of the Risen Christ in San Luis Obispo. Time will be allotted for input, reflection, discussion and group meditation.