Wholistic programs set

Flowers aren't the only things budding in the Albany Diocese this Spring. New programs that respect the unity of body, mind and spirit are also sprouting up in response to requests received by the diocesan Consultation Center, according to Sister Mary Frances Beck, SNJM, administrative director.

"We're finding the whole mind-body-spirit integration is something people are looking for more and more these days, and we are striving to offer programs that meet that need," she said.

Among the programs are:

* "Connecting Our Energy Centers: Balance, Harmony, Relaxation," facilitated by Sister Rita Jean DuBrey, CSJ. Slated to begin April 14, 7 p.m., the class will focus on "the seven major energy centers that form an energy matrix that supports physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life."

* Sheila Wahl, a certified spiritual director and accredited instructor of T'ai Chi Chih, will offer "Joy Through Movement." May 14 and 21, 7-9 p.m. Participants will learn the fundamentals of a 20-movement meditation that is said to "work the body as it soothes the mind and spirit."

* On May 1, 7-9 p.m., in a workshop titled "Prosperity and Spirituality: Are They Synonymous?" Justine Caldes will use her background as an addictions and co-dependency specialist to help participants work through beliefs and issues about money.

(The Consultation Center of the Albany Diocese is a non-profit mental health center which provides therapeutic services within a Christian environment. Locations and costs for events vary. For more information, call 489-4431.)(AH)

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