Genesis Weekend Program 4025

We are never closer to our Creator than when we are creating. In writing, we engage in God’s infinite creative impulse to birth the new, the unexpected. Silence and stillness can assist that process by opening a portal to inner depths where we connect to ourselves, to others, to God, and all of creation. Come […]

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 […]

Peace—your inner peace—is the heart of this fall yoga retreat. Yoga is the perfect practice, and now is the perfect season, to nurture and strengthen your inner peace. Through mindful yoga practices that move the body and calm the mind, you will release tension, overcome negative thoughts, and reduce anxiety, leaving you feeling healthier, calmer, […]

Encountering the shadow may lead us into a whole new identity willing and able to make freer decisions. Without shadow work, prayer and grace we may get stuck repeating destructive patterns of self-loathing, incapacity for intimacy and rigid false images of God. The shadow we fear may be the gateway to transformation.   Discover the […]

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 […]

Wrap yourself in a tapestry of compassion and divine love, where every stitch carries a heartfelt prayer and every thread weaves comfort for those walking through life's most challenging journeys. Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering as we come together to knit and crochet with purpose. This unique program combines the art of […]

We all long to be gladdened by what Julian of Norwich imagined as the inner music of love in our lives. She knew that the melodies that shape us—some in the major key, some in a jarring, discordant minor—are part of a larger symphony, if we learn to listen deeply enough. Julian described this as […]

An art journal encourages an introspective approach to exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings, utilizing one’s own intuition to create a set of mixed media pieces that represent authentic self-expression when words are simply insufficient. This retreat is an opportunity to slow down and respond to what emerges from the creative process in the moment. […]

Step into the stillness of Advent and listen for the ancient cry that echoes through time: “O Wisdom… O Radiant Dawn… O Emmanuel, come.” This 16th annual retreat invites you to enter the heart of these sacred “O Antiphons,” honoring the deep longing and luminous hope they express. Through reflection, ritual, Eucharist, and spiritual companioning, we will […]

Discover the transformative power of centering prayer as you learn to access your sacred inner sanctuary. Join us to explore the practice of entering your "inner room," unlocking a deeper connection with the divine and finding profound peace within yourself. Accessing our inner room and exploring its transformative effects is a profound spiritual practice rooted […]

As a new year begins, are you yearning for rest, silence, and a deeper connection with the Holy? Give yourself the gift of a sacred pause. Step away from the demands of daily life and enter a space of prayerful stillness, peaceful surroundings, and spiritual companionship. This weekend retreat invites you into the grace of […]

In a world that prizes the new, this retreat invites us to turn toward the seasoned wisdom of elder poets and discover fresh possibilities for seeing, being, and living. Through the luminous words of elder poets, we are invited into a deeper conversation with our own lives, our longings, and the wisdom that has quietly […]

What if doubt is not the opposite of faith, but the very path that leads us deeper into it? In his book What is God?, the philosopher Jacob Needleman writes, "it is impossible not to love a man or woman in the moment they are struggling for truth." Thomas Merton struggled for truth throughout his life, demonstrating the […]

In a world that often leaves us breathless with worry, what if the path to peace begins with a single prayerful breath? Faith has long provided grounding and solace in difficult times, and now modern science has also begun affirming this wisdom. Contemporary life confronts us with compounding stress and fear, while offering only superficial […]

Imagine a way of caring for the mind that also nourishes the soul, drawing on ancient spiritual practices now supported by modern research. At the crossroads of neuroscience, spirituality, and mental health lies a growing body of wisdom that can transform both personal well-being and professional practice. Sacred Balance: Integrating Spirituality and Mental Well-Being Professional […]

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 […]

Awaken your spirit with a spring yoga retreat designed to refresh your body, calm your mind, and renew your soul. As the earth stirs back to life, this retreat invites you to embrace the season of growth and new beginnings by nurturing your own inner awakening. Through gentle yet mindful yoga practices that ease tension […]

An art journal encourages an introspective approach to exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings, utilizing one’s own intuition to create a set of mixed media pieces that represent authentic self-expression when words are simply insufficient. This retreat is an opportunity to slow down and respond to what emerges from the creative process in the moment. […]

This program invites you into a gentle exploration of the journey of grief and loss, and the sacred practice of companioning those who mourn. Rooted in a contemporary understanding of the grieving flow, it offers insights into how we can be present to others with compassion, humility, and care. Beginning with a personal life loss […]

Aging is not an ending—it’s an awakening. When the world expects you to shrink, what if you rose up wiser, bolder, and radiant with hidden power? This retreat is a call to every woman standing at the threshold of elderhood: lay down old stories of loss and invisibility, and embrace the sacred adventure of becoming […]

Who are we beneath the roles, expectations, and identities we accumulate throughout life? Drawing on the wisdom of Fr. Thomas Merton and Fr. Thomas Keating, this retreat explores the transformative framework of the True Self and the False Self, a profound lens for understanding the human condition and our spiritual journey. Over time, we develop […]

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, […]

An art journal encourages an introspective approach to exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings, utilizing one’s own intuition to create a set of mixed media pieces that represent authentic self-expression when words are simply insufficient. This retreat is an opportunity to slow down and respond to what emerges from the creative process in the moment. […]

There comes a time in every woman’s life when wisdom begins to rise from within—quietly, powerfully, and with deep knowing. Wisdom, Aging, & the 12 Steps of Recovery is a restorative weekend retreat designed to honor that sacred season. This gathering invites women in recovery — and their friends — into a nurturing space to […]

Peace—your inner peace—is the heart of this fall yoga retreat. Yoga is the perfect practice, and now is the perfect season, to nurture and strengthen your inner peace. Through mindful yoga practices that move the body and calm the mind, you will release tension, overcome negative thoughts, and reduce anxiety, leaving you feeling healthier, calmer, […]

The spiritual tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola invites us to discover God not only in prayer, but also in our daily experiences, relationships, stories, and creative expression. In this retreat, participants will explore the Ignatian imagination as a sacred space for encounter, reflection, and discernment. Through guided prayer experiences, reflective writing, creative exercises, moments […]

Step into a deeper way of listening, one that honors both the wisdom of the body and the movement of the Spirit. This advanced BioSpiritual Focusing (BSF) workshop invites trained practitioners to refine their companioning skills through guided practice, expert coaching, and shared reflection. Over the course of an immersive weekend, participants will engage key […]

Imagine finding a place where science meets spirituality—where your body itself becomes a sanctuary for divine wisdom, and each breath opens a doorway to grace. At Genesis, we invite you into an experience that transcends thought and awakens the sacred dialogue between body, mind, and spirit. This weekend retreat welcomes beginners and anyone seeking a […]

Wrap yourself in a tapestry of compassion and divine love, where every stitch carries a heartfelt prayer and every thread weaves comfort for those walking through life's most challenging journeys. Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering as we come together to knit and crochet with purpose. This unique program combines the art of […]

“The eye with which I see God and the eye with which God sees me are one eye: one seeing, one knowing, one loving.” -Meister Eckhart What would it mean to live into simplicity to the point that “all things become God” for you? This startling claim, made by the medieval mystic Meister Eckhart, addresses […]

Step into the stillness of Advent and listen for the ancient cry that echoes through time: “O Lord… O Key of David… O King of Nations.” This 17th annual retreat invites you to enter the heart of these sacred “O Antiphons,” honoring the deep longing and luminous hope they express. Through reflection, ritual, Eucharist, and spiritual […]