The waves of the ocean breathe with their natural rhythms of ebb and flow, of flowing forward, letting go and returning to source . How can we honor our own unique natural rhythm? How can we find a balance between inner and outer nourishment?
In this retreat we will explore these questions, using SoulCollage® and the Labyrinth to deepen our understanding of the natural rhythms around us, and to explore ways to create flow and ease in our daily lives as we consider living in a more cyclical way.
Our activities will include:
Creating a Moon Mandala to better understand the phases of the moon
Creating SoulCollage® cards to express the messages in each moon phases
Connecting to our inner wisdom and intuition by dialoguing with our SoulCollage® cards
Labyrinth walks to integrate and deepen the messages of our SoulCollage® cards
“When we are in sync with ourselves and our natural environment, we are more apt to make choices that consider our well-being and the well-being of humanity at large. When we move with life’s rhythms, we are less likely to push ourselves to the point of overwhelm.
The moon is the perfect daily source of inspiration to begin noticing the cyclical nature of life and how interconnected we all are.”
To support your creative experience, a sound healing session led by Carli Webb, a professional sound healer, will be offered on Monday evening. In this session, participants are taken on a meditative journey through soothing tones, harmonious vibrations, and rhythmic sounds, all aimed at fostering deep relaxation and inner peace. Carli's expert use of sound helps to release tension, awaken creativity, and restore balance, guiding individuals to reconnect with their true selves. Each session is thoughtfully designed to support spiritual growth, offering a healing space for renewal and self-discovery.
You will receive:
A round background to create your Moon Mandala
A pack of 24 moons to add the phases to the mandala
A set of Moon Message cards
A kit of SoulCollage® supplies which includes 12 cards and clear sleeves and a glue stick
Access to an abundant assortment of images to use on your cards
Your own book of moon themed images sized for SoulCollage® cards and made specially for this retreat
“... connecting with the Moon reconnects us with the Divine - with our Divine selves and with the cosmos.”
The pace of the retreat will be slow so you can dive deep and get in tune with your natural rhythms. We will use ritual and contemplation to deepen our experiences. All activities will be optional.
This retreat is a Veriditas-Approved Qualifying Workshop for anyone wishing to attend a Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator Training. You can find out more about becoming a Labyrinth Facilitator here.
VENUE
This retreat will be held at the beautiful St Francis Springs Prayer Center. 477 Grogan Road, Stoneville, NC, which is about 30 miles north of Greensboro, NC. The closest airport is Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO). The Center is situate on 140 acres of peaceful wooded land and has a labyrinth based on the Chartres pattern as well as a five-circuit classical labyrinth in the woods.
You can arrive at the Retreat Center any time after 3 pm on Sunday to check-in to your room, and we will officially start after dinner which is served at 6 pm. We will end after lunch on the last day. Lunch is served at 12.30 pm.
COST
The cost of this five day, four night retreat which includes accommodation in a single room with private bathroom, all meals, snacks and an abundance of art supplies including your own personal art supply kit is $1,395.00 per person. If you would prefer to share a room with a friend, the cost is $1,125.00 per person. Please let Catherine know the name of your roommate.
Payment is as follows:
A non-refundable admin fee/deposit of $145 is required to register for the retreat. REGISTER HERE
A second payment of $550 by September 9th, 2025 as the Retreat Center requires confirmation and payment for accommodation two months ahead of the retreat start date.
The balance of $700 for a single room or $430 for a shared room is due on or before October 16th, 2025.
There is a discount of $50 available if you pay your second payment and balance by check or by Zelle. You are welcome to make part-payments towards the retreat anytime you wish.
There is also a returning participant discount of $50 for participants who attended a retreat with Catherine in 2024.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Should it be necessary for you to cancel your participation in this retreat you will be refunded the retreat costs less the non-refundable deposit and any accommodation fees already due and paid to the retreat center, provided your cancellation is made on or before January 27th, 2025. You are also welcome to find someone to take your place in the retreat. If you do not wish to self-insure, it is highly recommended that you take out a travel insurance policy to cover your cancellation due to unexpected events such as flight cancellations and illness.
Should Catherine need to cancel this retreat for any reason, you will be refunded amounts paid to Catherine for this retreat. Catherine will send registrants a full refund of all monies paid within seven days of notification of cancellation, and accepts no additional liability for travel costs or any other additional costs incurred.