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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“Hail favored one! The Lord is with you.” But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Luke 1:28-29. Throughout her life Mary “pondered” in prayer as to what God was asking of her in her sorrows and sufferings. Mary’s life was not one of luxury, […]
esus taught us about love as a lifestyle – how can we fully live into that love in our most significant relationships? It is often in the context of a relationship that we find challenges even for those on a Mystic path.
The retreat starts Friday with Dinner at 5:30 pm and ends 11 am on Sunday Awaken your inner fire in this dynamic retreat focused on transformation and empowerment. Engage in energizing yoga and Qigong sequences, fiery breathwork, and meditations that stoke your personal power. Sound baths will help release emotional blocks, while Ayurvedic rituals and […]
Bridges to Contemplative Living leads participants on a journey toward personal spiritualtransformation and a more contemplative and peace-filled life.This retreat is designed for those with an established daily practice of centering prayer who wish to deepen the transforming love of God in the midst of silence and solitude.The weekend will include centering prayer, conferences with […]
