Genesis Day/Eve Program 4022

Yoga Foundations: A Gentle Practice for Body, Breath & Being

With Angelica Lopez

Open Dates
Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

This gentle class invites you to explore mindful movement, breathwork, and simple meditation, all grounded in the heart of yoga philosophy. Each week stands on its own, offering accessible movement (with options for both chair and mat), breathing practices, and reflections on the deeper purpose and roots of yoga. Come as you are—whether it's your […]

Our Sacred Family: Care for Creation by Ilia Delio - Virtual Book Study

With Joseph Krans, OFS

September 4 - October 2, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a world where spirituality and environmental stewardship blend seamlessly together, guiding us toward a more harmonious relationship with the Earth and all its inhabitants. Join us for an enriching virtual book study of "Care for Creation: A Franciscan Spirituality of the Earth" by Ilia Delio, Keith Douglas Warner, and Pamela Wood during this season […]

Becoming A BioSpiritual Focusing Companion

With Mike Smoolca and Nancy Benben

September 23, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life Center and The Spiritual Life Center (Hartford)

Experienced BioSpiritual Focusing practitioners and teachers, Mike Smoolca and Nancy Benben are offering a comprehensive 6-session program focused on developing BioSpiritual Focusing companions. This is aimed at all those wishing to learn the dynamics of effective and confident companioning. The 2-hour sessions will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month and will be held over […]

BioSpiritual Focusing: Day of Presence

With Donna O'Connor

September 27, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Imagine a space where science meets spirituality, where your body becomes a conduit for divine wisdom, and where every breath draws you closer to the essence of your being. Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening through the practice of BioSpiritual Focusing. “When you seek me, you will find me. Seek me […]

Blessing of the Animals

With Joseph Krans, OFS

October 4, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Join hearts and paws on October 4th 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 […]

What's Old is New Again: Create Your Own Upcycled Journal

With Kat Kirby

October 22, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Unleash your inner bookbinder! Transform forgotten books into unique journals bursting with character, personalized treasures ready to capture your stories. Let’s create new journals from old books! (Or even new books). Using a hard-covered book, you will learn how to successfully deconstruct it by removing the text block. We will then reinforce the spine and […]

Love's Soft Stillness: Hadewijch and Meister Eckhart as Mystical Companions - Virtual Program

With Mark Burrows

November 6, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Across the arc of the high Middle Ages, a powerful vernacular “school” of mysticism emerged. Associated with the brilliant 13th century Flemish Beguine Hadewijch and, half a century later, the German Dominican Meister Eckhart, these voices charted new mystical paths for those daring to venture on “a wayless way” (Eckhart). We’ll weave a conversation with […]

Sacred Soul: An Online Evening Retreat

With Cami Twilling

November 13, 2025

What if rediscovering your own sacredness could transform not only your life, but also the way you see the entire living Earth? Join Cami Twilling, Director of Earth & Soul, for a virtual evening retreat as we draw from the wisdom of John Philip Newell’s writings on Pelagius from Sacred Earth Sacred Soul. We will […]

Come to the Table: A Day on the Holy Spirit

With Michelle Suhocki and Valenda Liptak

November 15, 2025
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover how the Holy Spirit empowers your daily life: join us for a transformative day of insight, reflection, and practical application. This enriching event offers a deep dive into the role of the Holy Spirit in Christian life. Participants will explore how the Holy Spirit functions as our divine Helper, actively working in the world […]