Midwinter 2027
Pilgrim Pines, Swanzey, NH
January 15-17, 2027
“The Stories We Carry” : I have a story of hope, “Visiting a Mosque”. May I tell it? I have a story of kindness, “Mr. Houston”. Want to hear it? I have a story of loss. “Grammy” is its name. Would you listen to it? I have a story of regret, “My Parents’ Friend Rosa”. Can I lay my burden down? Me? Oh, I have a story of fear, “Measuring Up”. Do I dare tell it outloud?
january 15-17, 2027
“The Stories We Carry”
Greg Grigsby, your amazing Midwinter Weekend Planner, is hard at work putting together a meaningful and joyful weekend for our winter gathering! Here is a sneak peak at “The Stories We Carry” the theme for Midwinter 2027.
Our deep ancestors told and listened to stories. It was who they were. It was how they survived. It’s part of the human condition. Today, we still yearn for stories. And it’s what makes Northfield the community it is.
We all have stories to tell — stories of joy, sorrow, courage, love, loss, and everything in between. This weekend, we’ll make space to share those stories, listen deeply, and connect through the experiences that make us who we are.
Bring a story of your own, a memory, a moment, or simply come to listen. There is no pressure to share, no expectations, just an opportunity to be present, be heard, and bear witness to one another. As the saying goes, “Being listened to is so close to being loved that most people don’t know the difference.”
And beyond the stories, there will be plenty of time to relax, explore, play, read, wander, or simply be. No agenda, no expectations — just good friends, a beautiful setting, and room to reconnect.