01 Creation Spirituality

Join hearts and paws on October 3rd at 10:00 AM at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for the Blessing of the Animals, a celebration of the cherished connection between humans and their animal companions, coinciding with the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, known for his profound love for all […]

The wisdom and guidance we need for this time of tragic ecological and political collapse will not be found in the dominant ways of thinking. Over fifty years ago, Thomas Berry urged us to turn and face these challenges by pointing to the root cause of the problem, "We are talking only to ourselves. We are not talking […]

Step into an eco-spiritual journey of reflection. During the midpoint of the season, take time to contemplate the autumnal shifts as we prepare ourselves for the seasons ahead. As you walk, surrounded by the vibrant colors of the changing foliage, you are invited to recall your experiences of autumn, notice the visible transition from lush […]

Is religion truly dying—or is it being reborn in new and unexpected ways? While popular culture often insists that faith is in decline, we are also witnessing a widespread search for new forms of spiritual connection—practices that honor our inner wellbeing, nurture community, and recognize the sacredness of the natural world. What are the elements […]

Join us for a presentation on The Cosmic Christ Triptych, Genesis's beloved contemporary altarpiece, by the designer and artist Br. Michael Moran, C.P. Enjoy the story of conversations with Foundress Sr. Elizabeth Oleksak to commission Br. Michael to paint the panels and transform our chapel into a space that better reflects the thinking of Thomas Berry, […]

Celebrate the beauty and wonder of the holiday season at Among the Luminaries, a magical evening experience set throughout the beautiful grounds of Genesis and the Providence Arboretum. As twilight settles in, hundreds of softly glowing luminaries will illuminate pathways, gardens, and wooded trails, creating a peaceful and inspiring holiday atmosphere for guests of all […]

Step into a scene that stirs the soul and awakens the wonder of the season.  Journey back in time and witness the Christmas story come alive beneath winter’s starlit sky. Join us at Genesis on Friday, December 18, 2026, at 6pm, for an exciting Live Nativity experience  💫✨ Inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s first […]

As we prepare to welcome a new year, we invite you to participate in a transformative program that honors the journey of 2026 while igniting hope for what lies ahead. Take a moment to pause, reflect on the experiences that have shaped you over the past twelve months, and look forward with anticipation to 2027. […]

During Lent, we are invited to voluntarily enter the spiritual desert to strip away the excess of modern life. Today’s loud, consumer-driven culture requires constant distractions to keep our attention. The spiritual desert drastically lowers the prevailing noise of our lives, attuning our spiritual ears to hear the gentle, subtle voice of God. Just as […]

What if holiness has less to do with religion and more to do with learning how to see the world with wonder? Francis of Assisi was spiritual long before the term was coined, and he was religious in the best sense. We love him because he cut through the paraphernalia to get back to religion […]

Creativity isn’t something we have or don’t have. It’s something we’re in relationship with. Relationships require attention. They change. We neglect them. We return to them. Sometimes we trust them; sometimes we don’t. Sometimes we try to control them. And sometimes we have to listen without knowing what comes next. Imagine your creativity as a […]

As the sap rises and the daylight lengthens, the fields and forest reawaken into the new life of spring. Rooted in pre-Christian Celtic traditions, the festival of Beltane celebrates this blossoming into the bright half of the year. In this weekend retreat, we’ll explore ways to deepen our connection with the sacred through the green, […]

What if the Spirit is speaking in ways we have not yet learned to hear? What might happen if we, too, made space to listen for the Spirit…in different languages, in the songs of creation, in silence, and perhaps in other places we might least expect? What if Pentecost is not only a story about […]

Some "live to eat" while others "eat to live", but regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, do you consider the experience of nourishing our bodies routine or ritual? In a society where food waste is exponential, the convenience of one-time-use packaging, containers, and utensils is rarely considered, and the majority of what we […]

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for three Monday evening experiences […]

Step into the forest as if entering a sacred conversation—one that listens as much as it speaks. Enter a sacred space of silence and wonder, where the forest becomes a mirror of your inner life and a source of renewal. This week-long Nature Immersion Experience retreat invites you into a deep communion with the natural […]

Step away from the noise and renew your soul with an intentional day of silence. Leave behind daily distractions and busy routines to find your inner center. We will open our time together with a brief gathering, a thoughtful poem, and a reflection on the transformative power of quiet. The rest of the day is […]

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for three Monday evening experiences […]

Faith & Flowers is a slower, hands-on weekend of art-making, deeper listening, spiritual exploration, and connection. Take respite in the process, reflecting on the parts of yourself that still need tending, finding grace and wholeness in every season of life. Through sculptural paper florals, mixed-media work, guided prompts, and complementary practices like movement, breathwork, poetry, […]

Do you delight in spending time in the garden, nurturing growing plants, and enjoying the beauty and abundance that each season brings? Whether you are an experienced gardener or simply appreciate the lessons nature can teach us, this enriching three-day retreat offers an opportunity to reflect on the deeper spiritual connections found in the garden. […]

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for three Monday evening experiences […]

Join Dr. Robinson for a day to reflect on Beyond Factory Farming from conception to publication, answer questions, and share his own reflections and methods for transforming the routine of eating into a ritual of gratitude and reciprocity. This time together, sharing a meal, will celebrate new understanding and commitments to a responsible approach to […]

“’Come, have breakfast’ (John 21:12). These three simple words followed by generous action open a portal into an ecological image of the living God who is active with cordial hospitality toward all creatures, nurturing their lives, desiring that all should be fed.” Join us for an evening with the author, Sr. Elizabeth Johnson, CSJ, to […]

For much of Christian history, spirituality largely focused on people and the salvation of the human soul in a world beyond. Today, there is a substantial shift as we rediscover the sacredness of all life, human and non-human alike, inviting us into new ways of relating to the creation we inhabit and our responsibilities to […]

Join hearts and paws on October 3rd at 10:00 AM at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for the Blessing of the Animals, a celebration of the cherished connection between humans and their animal companions, coinciding with the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, known for his profound love for all […]

Celebrate the beauty and wonder of the holiday season at Among the Luminaries, a magical evening experience set throughout the beautiful grounds of Genesis and the Providence Arboretum. As twilight settles in, hundreds of softly glowing luminaries will illuminate pathways, gardens, and wooded trails, creating a peaceful and inspiring holiday atmosphere for guests of all […]

Step into a scene that stirs the soul and awakens the wonder of the season.  Journey back in time and witness the Christmas story come alive beneath winter’s starlit sky. Join us at Genesis on Friday, December 17, 2027, at 6pm for an exciting Live Nativity experience  💫✨ Inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s first […]

As we prepare to welcome a new year, we invite you to participate in a transformative program that honors the journey of 2027 while igniting hope for what lies ahead. Take a moment to pause, reflect on the experiences that have shaped you over the past twelve months, and look forward with anticipation to 2028. […]