Rivendell Retreats
Stepping into silence is stepping away from all that distracts us so we can listen more deeply to the Spirit. In the deep silence we can rest, see more clearly that which is important, and simply be in the presence of the Holy.
Upcoming Programmed Retreats
Guided Silent Retreats and Retreats on specific themes are regularly held at Rivendell Lodge led by members of the Rivendell Community and partner groups.
Rivendell is committed to making these retreats financially accessible. We ask for a minimum of $80.00 per day to cover food, basic costs and facilitation. You add to that amount what you can afford per night for your accommodation. When you come to Rivendell for your retreat, you can pay by cheque, cash or e-transfer at booking@rivendellretreat.org.
We ask that you choose one retreat pre year to attend; this helps accomodate all who are interested. Thanks for your understanding.
April 19-22, 3 Day Retreat
Contemplative Creative Expression Retreat
A retreat exploring creative expression and our inner wisdom. Opportunities will be provided for embodied practices such as visual art, writing, movement and group interaction. There is absolutely no skill level required. Along with creative expression, there will be times of silence. The invitation is to come away with us and rest, be curious, and connect both with yourself and others.
This retreat provides space to rest, pray, be in nature and deepen your spiritual journey. While on Retreat at Rivendell you will be provided with: your own room with private washroom, either with a shower or tub, all linens, and simple meals.
Leadership provided by Jen Sneller and Laura Brook, Certified Expressive Art Therapists and Judith King, and Joy Banks, Spiritual Director. For more information please email: registration@rivendellretreat.org
Cost: $80/day for food and facilitation, $35 fee for supplies and also what you can give generously for your accommodation.
This retreat is now fully booked, please email or send in your registration to be added to the wiatlist.
April 22-26th, 4 day Retreat
The Contemplative Eye Retreat
A retreat exploring presence, invitation and seeing
“In cultivating photography as a contemplative practice, the camera becomes a way todevelop our ability to see more deeply, clearly, and truly, beneath the surface realities of theworld around us and into the sacred presence shimmering in the world.”- Christine Valters Paintner
This is not a retreat about cameras, lenses or technology. This is a retreat that uses the camera as a form of meditation, a way of bringing ourselves into presence, an opportunity to learn about and respond to the invitations of grace that are being offered to us always. And in the sacred container of presence and periods of silence, our contemplative hearts are awakened and we open to the grace all ‘round. Bring your cellphone and we will explore the wonderful possibilities that your phone camera holds as an ever-ready contemplative, reflective tool.
This 4 day retreat will be both spacious and directed as we rest in the beauty and invitation of Rivendell Lodge and Bowen Island.
Leadership provided by Cherie Westmoreland, For more information please email: registration@rivendellretreat.org
Cost: $80/day for food and facilitation, $20 fee for supplies PLUS what you can give generously for your accommodation.
Spirit stands still for the photographer it has chosen.- Minor White
This retreat is now fully booked, please email or send in your registration to be added to the wiatlist.
July 4-7 , 3 day Silent Retreat
A silent retreat provides space to rest, pray, be in nature and deepen your spiritual journey. While on Retreat at Rivendell you will be provided with: your own room with private washroom, either with a shower or tub, all linens, and healthy yet simple meals.
After an introduction to silence on the first evening, you are invited to shape the day as you are led. Spiritual Direction is offered daily, and there is a group gathering at 5pm.
Meals are shared in silence.
These retreats are individually directed, and the themes for our daily gatherings emerge from the group.
Leadership for the silent retreats is organized by Kathi Bentall and Margaret McAvity, both spiritual directors and experienced retreat leaders.
Cost: $80/day for food and facilitation, + what you can give generously for your accommodation.
We ask that you choose one retreat pre year to attend, this helps accomodate all who are interested, thanks for your understanding.
If you need more information please email: registration@rivendellretreat.org
Registration for this retreat is now Full. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist please email as above.
Registration for this retreat will open on April 4th 10am.
August 2-11, 9 Day Silent Retreat
A silent retreat provides space to rest, pray, be in nature and deepen your spiritual journey. While on Retreat at Rivendell you will be provided with: your own room with private washroom, either with a shower or tub, all linens, and healthy yet simple meals.
After an introduction to silence on the first evening, you are invited to shape the day as you are led. Spiritual Direction is offered daily, and there is a group gathering at 5pm.
Meals are shared in silence.
These retreats are individually directed, and the themes for our daily gatherings emerge from the group.
Leadership for the silent retreats is organized by Kathi Bentall and Margaret McAvity, both spiritual directors and experienced retreat leaders.
Cost: $80/day for food and facilitation, + what you can give generously for your accommodation.
We ask that you choose one retreat pre year to attend, this helps accomodate all who are interested, thanks for your understanding.
If you need more information please email: registration@rivendellretreat.org
Registration for this retreat will open up May 2 at 10am, at that time the registration button will appear here.