July 30-August 2, 2020
Silent Directed Summer Retreat for Women
Thursday (5:30 pm) through Sunday noon.
(Check in as early as 3:00 p.m.)
Interspiritual/Inter-religious
Enjoy full days of nourishing silence along with group contemplative practice in the morning and evening (prayer, meditation, reflective reading). You will have 2 private spiritual direction sessions with Jan to support and guide your time-in.
If you have never attended a silent retreat, this unique model of a "mostly silent" retreat can help you become more comfortable with silence, by still allowing some (optional) interaction with others through contemplative group experience. On Thursday evening, we will have gentle conversation, get to know each other, and experience an exercise in creative contemplation. The "royal silence" begins after that. Meals are silent allowing for the practice of mindful eating. Sunday morning the silence is broken and we gather to share our learnings and experience.
Throughout the weekend, you can explore the beautiful landscape (150 acres of woodlands, wetlands and meadows), walk the outdoor labyrinth, and welcome in the spirit of summer in your unique way.
Cost: Same as for the Fall retreat, listed below.
Contact Jan to make your reservation. (Currently full.)
(Check in as early as 3:00 p.m.)
Interspiritual/Inter-religious
Enjoy full days of nourishing silence along with group contemplative practice in the morning and evening (prayer, meditation, reflective reading). You will have 2 private spiritual direction sessions with Jan to support and guide your time-in.
If you have never attended a silent retreat, this unique model of a "mostly silent" retreat can help you become more comfortable with silence, by still allowing some (optional) interaction with others through contemplative group experience. On Thursday evening, we will have gentle conversation, get to know each other, and experience an exercise in creative contemplation. The "royal silence" begins after that. Meals are silent allowing for the practice of mindful eating. Sunday morning the silence is broken and we gather to share our learnings and experience.
Throughout the weekend, you can explore the beautiful landscape (150 acres of woodlands, wetlands and meadows), walk the outdoor labyrinth, and welcome in the spirit of summer in your unique way.
Cost: Same as for the Fall retreat, listed below.
Contact Jan to make your reservation. (Currently full.)
September 24-27, 2020
"The Kindest Thing" Annual Fall Retreat for Women
A 4-Day Guided Retreat for Women
Thursday (5:30 pm) through Sunday noon
(Check in as early as 3:00 p.m.)
"Sacred Rest" is the program focus for this 4-day autumn event. We'll explore the concept of Sacred Rest and its importance. We'll explore how to cultivate inner restfulness within the context of our busy lives, as well as how to set aside time daily for sacred rest to ensure our connection to the Sacred stays steady and strong. The soul season of Fall provides the perfect setting to deepen your experience of rest by conjoining with nature, silence and supportive community.
Together, we will enjoy beauty (nature), food, contemplative practice, and divine connection. We'll take a field trip to local Amish farms to purchase delectable fall foods, while experiencing the joy of "farm to table" eating. Group times include guided meditation and prayer. Other rejuvenating (optional) activities include making Soul Cards, labyrinth walk, gentle hikes, and more. This extended retreat offers one full day of silence and one 30-min. spiritual direction session with Jan. Come and give your soul the nourishment for which it longs.
Interspiritual/Inter-religious
Contact Jan to make your reservation. (Currently full.)
Thursday (5:30 pm) through Sunday noon
(Check in as early as 3:00 p.m.)
"Sacred Rest" is the program focus for this 4-day autumn event. We'll explore the concept of Sacred Rest and its importance. We'll explore how to cultivate inner restfulness within the context of our busy lives, as well as how to set aside time daily for sacred rest to ensure our connection to the Sacred stays steady and strong. The soul season of Fall provides the perfect setting to deepen your experience of rest by conjoining with nature, silence and supportive community.
Together, we will enjoy beauty (nature), food, contemplative practice, and divine connection. We'll take a field trip to local Amish farms to purchase delectable fall foods, while experiencing the joy of "farm to table" eating. Group times include guided meditation and prayer. Other rejuvenating (optional) activities include making Soul Cards, labyrinth walk, gentle hikes, and more. This extended retreat offers one full day of silence and one 30-min. spiritual direction session with Jan. Come and give your soul the nourishment for which it longs.
Interspiritual/Inter-religious
Contact Jan to make your reservation. (Currently full.)
Cost & Accommodations for the Summer & Fall Retreats
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$545.00 for a private (single) room for 4 days, 3 night's lodging, private bath, all meals, beverages, snacks, and spiritual direction.
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$475.00 per person, shared (double) room for 4 days, 3 night's lodging, private bath, all meals, beverages, snacks, and spiritual direction. (Shared rooms are for 2 people who choose to retreat together. We do not assign roommates.)
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A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space. Balance of fee to be paid 30 days prior to retreat. (Read the cancellation policy here.)