Lunch @ 12 - Walk @1
Sunday morning services are at 10 AM in the main chapel. We are lay-led, so our speakers, musicians, and hosts change weekly. Details about each service are posted at the front door and also available on the chapel CALENDAR.
Please feel free to come early to enjoy walking the labyrinth or meditating by the stream. And everyone is welcome to stay after service for Coffee Hour - a comfortable opportunity to enjoy light refreshments while visiting with other Wayfarers. The first Sunday of each month we swap Coffee Hour for Potluck Dinner immediately following the service.
Well behaved dogs on a leash are welcome in services. If marked service animals are present, please do not try to pet them or allow other dogs to approach them as this may interfere with the service animal's ability to assist their companion.
When our "life force energy" is low, we are more likely to feel stressed and/or get sick. When our "life force energy" is high, we are more capable of being healthy and happy.
The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy". So, Reiki is basically "spiritually guided life force energy." Reiki is a simple, natural, and safe method of spiritual healing that treats the whole person - body, emotions, mind, and spirit - creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security, and wellbeing. Reiki works in conjunction with other medical therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.
In these sessions, one or more Reiki practitioners assist you in addressing your specific desire/concern. Reiki is performed by the practitioner(s) holding hands on or above the body - whichever is most comfortable for the recipient.
When you arrive at the chapel, please enter quietly, take a seat, and simply enjoy the peaceful, loving energy of the space. A practitioner will be with you shortly.
Sessions are free and open to everyone. Donations may be placed in the baskets near the front door. Check the CALENDAR for dates of the monthly Reiki sessions.
Bring your favorite dish and join us the first Sunday of each month for our Potluck Dinner immediately following the morning service. This is a wonderful opportunity to catch up with friends and meet new ones while sharing fabulous food.
No need to divulge your famous family recipe, but please DO bring a card with the ingredients of your dish listed to help those with food sensitivities make healthy choices. And maybe include your name in case someone LOVES that dish and wants the recipe!
Looking for a place where you can share ideas, receive constructive feedback, and gain inspiration for your writing? Join the Wayfarers Writers Group for an opportunity to refine your craft and learn from each other’s unique perspectives and writing styles. The group meets every Tuesday from 5-6:30 PM in RoseMary’s Chapel.
For further information, contact group facilitator Sam Renken at 803.464.8380
Drumming is powerful fun and powerful health: it helps release emotions and even trauma through physical movement and meditative rhythms. Drumming on a Full Moon is even more powerful and more fun! And it is amazingly easy. After all, we ALL have rhythm! Don't believe me? Just listen to your heart beat!
Drum Circles are held ON or NEAR the Full Moon. The date and day of the week changes with moon phase so be sure to CHECK THE CALENDAR HERE for the Drum Circle schedule.
This is a community activity - not a performance. Show up with an open mind and heart, grab your drum or percussion instrument (or use one of ours), find a spot in the circle, and join in creating fun, health and community through a shared rhythm.
The Board of Directors meets regularly to manage routine operations of the chapel and plan for the future. All Wayfarers are welcome to attend.
Notices of Board Meetings are posted in the newsletter. You may also check the CHAPEL CALENDAR for meetings.
Approved minutes are posted on the Chapel Documents page.
Concert information is listed below as well as in the CHAPEL CALENDAR.
All concerts are held at 2 PM on the deck of the main chapel.
In the event of rain, the concerts will move inside.
2025
CONCERT SCHEDULE
April 27 - Roberto Obregon
May 25 - Acoustic Eidolon
June 22 - Mountain Muse
Aug. 3 - Cicada Rhythm
Sept. 28 - Loose Shoes Duo
Roberto Obregon, a master guitarist and soulful singer and composer, opens our 2025 concert season with his unique blend of classic Latin music, pop and American Blues. From his silky, soulful Blues tones to a textured Bolero and raspy wails of Flamenco, Obregon gives it up in a big way. Be sure to add April 27 to your calendar.
This Deck Concert is free and open to everyone. Donations to support the musician are recommended.
Acoustic Eidolon features Joe Scott on double neck guitjo and Hannah Alkire on cello. Acoustic Eidolon has graced stages throughout the US, Europe, Australia and Canada. With thirteen CDs and two DVDs to their credit, these masterful artists continue to captivate audiences throughout the world with their signature “new acoustic” sound and boundless possibilities in blending Celtic, Americana, World & Flamenco musical influences. This is one concert you don't want to miss!
You can see live performances on Youtube.com or visit https://acousticeidolon.com/product-category/featured-products/ for audio previews of their music.
Tickets are $25 via the link provided. This concert typically sells out in advance. All ticket sales are final. In the event you are unable to attend, you can give the tickets to family/friends or contact Ruth Henry at 901.218.4234 to see if there is anyone on the waiting list who might wish to purchase them.
Please note, if you want tickets and do not use PayPal or Credit Cards, please work with a friend who does or contact Ruth Henry at 901.218.4234.
Born and raised in Georgia, this talented pair imitates and modernizes folk music to a rejuvenating degree. The sound of Andrea DeMarcus and Dave Kirslis exhibits skilled and articulate guitar picking honed in the dive bars of Atlanta over rolling Julliard-trained bass lines. Expect chilling harmonies, unbridled enthusiasm, some wholesome tunes and a sincere performance
Visit https://cicadarhythm.com/listen for a preview of their music.
This Deck Concert is free and open to everyone. Donations to support the musicians are recommended.
Known for their lush harmonies and instrumentals, Mountain Muse features Katharine Brown, Dave Stewart, Marie Dunkle, and Steve Einbender.
Visit mountainmusemusic.com to see a list of music offerings and hear their sound.
This Deck Concert is free and open to everyone. Donations to support the musicians are recommended.
The Loose Shoes Duo has been performing its soulful to high-energy mix of songs for over 20 years. Based in Atlanta, they have entertained at stellar events nationally from Georgia to Delaware and from Florida to Colorado. Their repertoire includes 300+ cover songs as well as original music with right on harmonies and unique styling. And to make it even more fun, you can use your phone to see their list of songs and make your own request in realtime during the performance!
Loose Shoes Duo Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/looseshoesduo
This Deck Concert is free and open to everyone. Donations to support the musicians are recommended.