Deepening Into Silence: A Nurturing Spirit Retreat

October 18 – 20, 2024
Samish Island

“Sit quietly, and listen for the voice that says “Be deeper still”
- Rumi

Join us for a pilgrimage into Silence, as you discover Silence as a companioning presence within, guiding you in your life and spiritual journey. This is an opportunity for those who might be new to a silent retreat, as well as those who want to deepen their experience. Together, we will hold a spacious silence for each other in a safe and supportive community.

Cultivate the capacity to “be still and know” as you perceive the whispers of Spirit that arise when we take time to listen deeply to our bodies, our minds, our hearts, our souls. Receive gentle guidance for this inner journey through practices of presence: meditation, journaling, relaxation, nature, art, music, poetry, or whatever creative practices call to you in the depths of Silence. Follow the rhythm of nature, and your own soul.

As we emerge from the embrace of Silence together, you may discover the echoes of Silence accompanying you on your journey home and beyond. This Silence within becomes a touchstone we can return to anytime, even amidst the busyness of our lives.

Registration fee includes accommodations, all meals and snacks, and session supplies.

Facilitators Vickie MacArthur and Lanette Vawter

Retreat Schedule

Friday:

4:00pm: Arrive and get settled

5:30pm: Supper

7 – 8:30pm: Welcome, and Invitation to “Deepen into Silence”

Saturday:

7:00am: Movement & Stillness Meditation

8:00am Breakfast

9:30am: Accompanying Each Other in Silence

12noon: Lunch

1:30pm: Resting into Silence (Yoga Nidra)

5:30pm: Supper

7:00pm: Singing into Silence

Sunday:

7am: Silence as Presence Meditation

8am: Breakfast

9:30am: Speaking into Silence

11am: Clean up and Good-bye

What to bring

*Bedding or sleeping bag and pillow – we will let you know which cabin configuration you have closer to the retreat

E-Cabins, have a Queen bed, or a Queen bed with Double bed and a twin bunk on top. All E-Cabins share a toilet room and a shower room with one other cabin and every E-Cabin has a sink and mirror in it.

*Toiletries and towels

*Travel mug and water bottle

*Rain Gear for outdoor activities – optional- check the weather before arriving, you may want an umbrella or hat

*Walking shoes or boots for the forest and beach

*Slippers for inside, so we don't track dirt into our spaces

Musical instruments (beginner or advanced) for the evening if you like.

Flashlight

Bug repellant for the forest activities if needed.

For classes:

Comfortable clothing

Yoga mat, blanket, and pillow for the Crystal Sound Bath

A personal journal

An open heart and an open mind

A few extra yoga mats will be available – please advise us if you will need one.

Chairs will be provided for those who are not comfortable on the floor.

Registration fee includes accommodations, all meals and snacks, and session supplies.