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The retreat starts Friday with Dinner at 5:30 pm and ends 11 am on Sunday Reconnect with your foundation in this retreat centered on the Earth element. Through grounding yoga flows, slow Qigong movements, forest bathing, and deep guided meditations, you’ll cultivate inner stillness and resilience. Sound baths will harmonize your energy, while Ayurvedic practices […]
Mindfulness practices have been an integral part of most Eastern and Western religions. However, only recently has modern science caught up with ancient traditions, proving that engaging in various practices can literally transform the way we perceive, feel, and act. This can bring about less stress, improved cognition, increased creativity, and an overall sense of […]
Join us for our new Centering Prayer Series, offered every other month. This series provides a welcoming space to learn and experience the practice of Centering Prayer—a method of silent prayer that opens the heart and mind to the presence of God. Our trained staff will gently guide you through the foundations of the practice, offering time for […]
We often use puzzles as a metaphor for life and our journey toward spiritual connection. Join us for this retreat as Sr. Suzanne guides us in putting the pieces together, helping participants explore, reflect, and deepen their relationship with God. Through contemplation, conversation, and hands-on activities, you’ll discover new ways to see the patterns of your life, find […]
The Stations of the Cross are a Christian devotion which commemorates the Passion and death of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. “Stations” comes from the Latin word that means to stand. “Of the Cross” refers to the events that surrounded Jesus’ crucifixion on a cross on Calvary. Each of the 14 stations represents an […]
Nancy Cord-Baran, Michael Gidlewski and Kathleen Maxwell invite you to join us in this weekend retreat. It is for people who participate in any 12 Step program of recovery and have the intention to improve their meditation practice and enlarge their spiritual life. The retreat will offer an environment of solitude and silence in community […]
The retreat starts Friday with Dinner at 5:30 pm and ends 11 am on Sunday Immerse yourself in the healing flow of the Water element. This retreat offers gentle yoga, fluid Qigong, and guided meditative practices to enhance emotional release and intuitive connection. Forest bathing and sound healing will soothe the nervous system, while Ayurvedic […]
Using poetry as a practice allows us a way in—a way to observe and discover deeper truths about the natural and spiritual worlds. Join us on this path of observation, reflection, laughter, empathy, enlightenment—and writing! No prior poetry experience is needed— this workshop will provide a way in for you.
This retreat starts with Dinner on Friday and ends with Breakfast on Sunday Join us for a powerful and reflective retreat exploring The Beatitudes as the heart of Jesus’ message of nonviolence, compassion, and peace. Drawing inspiration from the Gospel teachings, this retreat invites us to encounter Jesus not only as teacher and healer, but as the […]
Starts Sunday with Dinner and ends Friday with Breakfast Rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition, the goal of this form of Christian prayer is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer. Intensive: An in-depth retreat for those experienced in Centering Prayer. The retreat will facilitate entrance […]
We invite you to spend some quiet, restorative time with us at Bethany Retreat Center during blueberry season. Enjoy the simple joy of picking fresh blueberries while taking time to slow down, reflect, and soak in the peace that our beautiful surroundings have to offer. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with nature, nurture your spirit, […]
Starts Sunday with Dinner and ends the following Sunday with Breakfast Rooted in the ancient Christian contemplative tradition, the goal of this form of Christian prayer is to foster a deeper intimacy with Christ through the silence and stillness of contemplative prayer. Intensive: An in-depth retreat for those experienced in Centering Prayer. The retreat will […]
Join us for a sacred and creative retreat experience as we explore the spiritual art of iconography with Peter Pearson, renowned iconographer, priest, and teacher. During this retreat, participants will be guided step-by-step in writing (painting) an icon of “The Angel of the Lord.” Through prayer, reflection, and hands-on instruction, Peter will help you discover […]
The third retreat of the series: August 28-30, 2026 AIR: Expanding into Clarity Breathe into spaciousness and lightness as you explore the Air element. This retreat invites you to expand your awareness through breath-centered yoga, flowing Qigong, and meditative practices that open the heart and voice. Forest walks and sound healing will help you attune […]
Tom Campbell has led the last six drumming retreats at Bethany; close to 50 people attended each of the last two years! He has been leading retreats for 35 years, and he has been drumming over 30 years; leading drumming workshops/retreats in homes, churches, community centers and businesses. Tom has studied Native American spirituality for 30 […]
