rcwms|Resource Center for Women & Ministry in the South, Inc.
Weaving feminism & spirituality into a vision of justice for the world
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Sounds of Silence, Music, and Spirit
June 30, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - July 1, 2023 @ 4:00 pm
$150.00 – $200.00An overnight 24-hour retreat for rest, rejuvenation, and inspiration drawing upon the teachings, practices and music of the Celtic Tradition
The Sounds of Silence, Music, and Spirit retreat offers participants an opportunity to slow down their pace, to gather for thoughtful listening to each other and the natural world, to enjoy nutritious communal meals, and to restore energy for work in the world. Teachings and practices grounded in the Celtic traditions of spirituality will serve as source material for the retreat.
The retreat facilitator will be Terry Allebaugh,a graduate of The Living School Program of the Center for Action and Contemplation and currently studying with John Philip Newell in The School of Earth and Soul.
Live music along with music videos with footage of Scotland and Ireland will be presented on Friday evening by Bill Leslie, composer and performer of Celtic-inspired songs and former anchor with WRAL.
Meals are provided for Friday supper and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Fruit and snacks as well as coffee and tea will be available.
Overnight lodging options are:
Individual single rooms in a 6-person dormitory with two full, shared baths. (12 rooms available).
Larger rooms with a double and a single bed for individuals or can be shared. Every two rooms share a full bath. (20 rooms available)
Single room, meals, and retreat: $150
Double room for an individual, meals, and retreat: $200
Double room shared, meals, and retreat: $150 per person
Limited scholarships available.
Location: The Avila Center, 711 Mason Road, Durham
Register below. There are limited spots for this event, so register early!