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February 11 - 14, 2008

Watercolor Painting as Prayer

Sharon Culhane, OP

Come explore the transparent and fluid qualities of the watercolor medium. Let color free your inner creative self. There will be opportunities for prayer, rest, and reflection on the beautiful grounds of Springbank. No previous experience in art is necessary. Art supplies provided.

4 Days/3 Nights     Monday, 10:00 am - Thursday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $300       Deposit: $50       Balance: $250

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February 15 - 17, 2008

Dreamwork: Developing Your Full Potential

Justina Lasley, MA

We are given visions each night of how we might live in a more spiritual, fulfilling way. Are you listening? Learn to recall and find meaning in your dreams, using them as a valuable resource to move forward in your personal growth and spiritual well being. Dreamwork will help you uncover your innate gifts, talents and abilities.

Individual sessions available - $50.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 5:30 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $285       Deposit: $50       Balance: $235

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February 22 - 24, 2008

People and Earth Are One

Marya Grathwohl, OSF

The revelation of God in nature and scripture promises a future of life, joy and hope renewed for all beings. Explore the vibrant connections between the powers of the Universe, personal experience and the Gospels through story, reflection and prayer.

... a strengthening and a celebrating of our sacred work
to contribute to a vibrant Earth for coming generations

3 days/2 nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 4:00 pm
Cost: $275       Deposit: $50       Balance: $225

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February 29 - March 01, 2008

Volunteer Work Weekend

Please Pre-register

Join us at Springbank for the weekend or just for a day. Gather with friends for laughter, great food and good old-fashioned work. We're counting on you. No cost: this is a mutual energy exchange.

Friday, 6:00 pm - Dinner     Saturday - Lunch and Dinner

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March 09 - 12, 2008

Basketry: Weaving Balance and Beauty

Linda Szocik, SSJ, TOSF

Come enjoy the contemplative art of basket-making. Interwoven will be time for personal reflection and communal prayer. No experience is necessary and materials are furnished.

4 days/3 nights     Sunday, 7:00 pm - Wednesday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $300       Deposit: $50       Balance: $250

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March 16 - 23, 2008

Holy Week Retreat: A Sacred Journey

Celebrate Easter with Earth

Father Maurice Lange, OMI; Margaret Galiardi, OP
Springbank Staff

Come celebrate the holy days of our tradition within the context of the emerging Universe and suffering Earth Community. Embrace the journey of Christ through these holy days, illuminated through archetypal themes of journey, death-resurrection, exodus and liberation. Welcome the invitation to enter a deeply transformative journey of becoming Earth conscious. Join us for the celebration of the Easter Mysteries from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday or for the Triduum, Wednesday evening through Easter Sunday. The experiences during the week will include a Seder/Eucharistic meal, creation of a personal and communal mandala, reflective time on the land, Good Friday prayer lodge and Easter Sunday liturgy.

8 Days/7 nights     Palm Sunday, 7:00 pm - Easter Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $650       Deposit: $100       Balance: $550

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March 19 - 23, 2008

Easter Triduum

The Triduum, Wednesday evening through Easter Sunday. The experiences during the week will include a Seder/Eucharistic meal, creation of a personal and communal mandala, reflective time on the land, Good Friday prayer lodge and Easter Sunday liturgy. See description above for Holy Week.

5 days/4 nights     Wednesday, 7:00 pm - Easter Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $375       Deposit: $50       Balance: $325

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March 28 - 30, 2008

12 Step Retreat for Men andWomen

Karla Barker, OSF; Kathy McGrogan

Exploration of Native Spirituality and Tradition is one of the many ways to connect with our Higher Power. Experiences will include Smudging, Prayer Pipe, Prayer Lodge and a Gift Giving Ceremony.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $175       Deposit: $50       Balance: $125

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March 30 - April 06, 2008

Living Earth Retreat

Claire Whalen, OSF

Bring body, mind and spirit together in this retreat experience to connect more deeply with the entire Earth Community and consider how humankind can use all the powers of the Universe to create a positive future for all Earthlife. Brian Swimme's DVD Series "Powers of the Universe" will be available for discussion and reflection. Learn the basic movements of T'ai Chi Chih® during this week and join other TCC practitioners for the weekend Living Earth TCC Workshop.

8 days/7 nights     Sunday, 7:00pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $650       Deposit: $100       Balance: $550

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April 04 - April 06, 2008

Living Earth TCC Workshop

Claire Whalen, OSF

Weekend experience for T'ai Chi Chih® practitioners. Participate in Earth's cosmic dance through the T'ai Chi Chih® movements and "re-member" the awesome creation story that humans are intimately connected with and yet so often disconnect in their life decisions and actions. An invitation to live as "planetary humans".

Pre-requisite: T'ai Chi Chih® practitioner or registered for the Living Earth Retreat above.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $250      Deposit: $50       Balance: $200

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April 06 - 18, 2008

Pottery and Native Spirituality

A Mini-Sabbatical

Ursula Ording, OP; Trina McCormick,OP
Karla Barker, OSF; Judy Markiewcz, SND

Share the ancient wisdom of our native sisters and brothers; experience the deep prayer of Prayer Lodge and Sacred Pipe and Vision Quest. Create unique pottery for ritual using a hand-building technique and a primitive firing process with leaves, pinestraw and sawdust. No art experience necessary.

13 days/12 nights     Sunday, 7:00 pm - Friday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $770       Deposit: $100      Balance: $670

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April 11 - 13, 2008

Vision Quest

Trina McCormick, OP; Karla Barker, OSF; Judy Markiewicz, SND

Making a Vision Quest is a deeply prayerful and insightful experience. Being open and receptive to what the Spirit is awakening in our lives is the focus of this seven hour "Quest". Sacred Pipe and Prayer Lodge Ceremonies are an integral part of this experience.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $175       Deposit: $50       Balance: $125

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April 18 - 20, 2008

Healing Remedies Retreat

Cindy Barkei, RN, BSN

Come experience a relaxing and enriching weekend while learning new ways to promote healing and wellness. Healing remedies presented will include aromatherapy, herbal medicine, Qi Gong soft exercises, acupressure, nutrition and mindfulness.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $250       Deposit: $50       Balance: $200

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April 24 - 26, 2008

Native Wisdom - Planetary Survival and Beyond

Eagle Man, Ed McGaa

The ancient Native Americans were great environmentalists. Learn how their beliefs, values, and teachings offer solutions to the environmental crises we face today. One hundred twenty eight years ago the revered Sioux holy man Black Elk was foretold of the problems Mother Earth faces today. With Ed McGaa's vast knowledge, and in his tireless pursuit to live and promote Black Elk's vision, Ed will discuss the five major environmental problems today and the human solutions needed to heal the planet. During this retreat we will learn about Sioux history and ceremonies and will participate in a prayer lodge ceremony.

3 Days/2 Nights     Thursday, 7:00 pm - Saturday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $275       Deposit: $100       Balance: $175

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May 09 - 11, 2008

A Contemplative Retreat

Trina McCormick, OP; Karla Barker, OSF; Judy Markiewicz, SND
Anne-Marie Bourque, RSM

Retreat into the quiet of nature and your own soul. Come spend some uninterrupted time on 80 acres of wooded trails and natural beauty ... a time to listen and to be in the comforting silence. Spiritual direction and healing massage are available upon request. Guided morning and evening meditation.

"In the stillness you will know" ... Barbara Fiand, SND.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $200       Deposit: $50       Balance: $150

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May 16 - 18, 2008

Entering the Monastery of the Cosmos

Rev. Jim Conlon, PhD
(Director of Sophia Center, Oakland, CA)

A time to ponder the call of the cosmos and the quest for the true self and to realize that our lives are enveloped in divine mystery that permeates every aspect of existence.

3 Days/2 Nights     Friday, 7:00 pm - Sunday, 1:00 pm
Cost: $275       Deposit: $50       Balance: $225

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Fall/Winter 2008 Schedule

September through December

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