This retreat is an invitation to stop striving and to settle into the silence of winter and the tranquility of the prairie’s seasonal stillness. It is also an invitation to consider our experience of interior winters, how we can best live in them, and to welcome how they prepare us for the other seasons of our lives.

You can expect conversations about the season, walks on the prairie, a long winter’s nap, opportunities for art, movement, journaling, great meals and warm beds to await you when you arrive. A renewed connection to yourself and to nature are what you can expect to take with you when you leave.

Dates/Times/Schedule

Tues., Jan. 19, X pm – Thurs., Jan. 21, 2027, X pm

Mostly TBD: time for rest, solitude, small group conversation, movement, and art

Tuesday afternoon: circle conversations and walking meditations
Wednesday morning: movement/Qigong and circle conversation
Wednesday afternoon: more walking meditations, journaling, and free time; art experience
Wednesday evening: TBD
Thursday morning: circle conversations, closing reflections

Cost

$320/person ($295/person early bird registration until December 4th, 2026)

The cost of the retreat includes program, meals (Tuesday dinner, Wednesday breakfast and lunch) and overnight room.

Register

The registration deadline for this retreat is January 11th, 2027, or when the retreat fills.

Cancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration, you can receive a 75% refund up until January 11th. After that, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.

After you register, if you would like to request a double room with another retreatant or if you have other questions about accommodations, please contact us at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.

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During this immersion within the calming environment of Holy Wisdom Monastery, you will be guided to create a personal deck of SoulCollage® cards which will be reflections of your spirit and community to guide you. These cards will be a catalyst for inner work. Using simple materials – magazines, scissors and glue – you will embark on a journey that requires no artistic background. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to listen. You will learn the journaling process to unlock the wisdom hidden within your cards.

• This retreat is for anyone seeking a fresh and unique way of knowing – whether for personal insight or for use in community and professional settings.
• Participants will be drawn to this class for its accessible, creative process and its depth.
• In addition, SoulCollage® appeals to educators, facilitators, counselors, spiritual directors, clergy and others who accompany people in meaning-making and transformation.
• The facilitator will share stories of how SoulCollage® has been integrated into her own personal journey and professional practice, offering both inspiration and practical application.

Dates/Times/Schedule

Thurs., Jan. 7, 4:30 pm – Sun., Jan. 10, 2027, 11:00 am

Thursday, Jan. 7

• 4:30 pm – Introductions to Each Other and the Process
• 5:15 pm – Dinner
• 6:30-8:30 pm – Facilitated Session

Friday, Jan. 8 and Saturday, Jan. 9

• 9:00 am-12:00 pm – Facilitated Session
• 12:00 pm – Lunch
• 1:30-4:30 pm – Independent Card Making
• 6:30-8:30 pm – Facilitated Session

Sunday, Jan. 10

• 9:30-11:00 am – Closing Session

Cost

$265 commuter (includes retreat sessions, Thursday dinner, Friday & Saturday lunch and dinner)
$465 residential (includes retreat sessions, Thursday dinner, Friday & Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast, overnight room Thurs, Fri and Sat. nights)

Register

The registration deadline for this retreat is December 30th, 2026, or when the retreat fills.

Cancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration, you can receive a 75% refund up until December 30th. After that, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.

After you register, if you would like to request a double room with another retreatant or if you have other questions about accommodations, please contact us at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.

About the Program Leader – Genevieve Kirchman

Genevieve is a seasoned educator and facilitator who brings over 30 years of experience to the restorative environment of Holy Wisdom Monastery. Her expertise in community wellness and holistic health ensure the retreat is grounded in self-care. Now in her “third act” of life, Genevieve serves as a storyteller for other “searchers.” By blending contemplative practice with the expressive arts, she invites participants into a gentle, imaginative encounter with the soul using image, symbol and story.

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Conversations about the season, walks on the prairie, naps, art, movement, journaling, great meals and welcoming accommodations will all be a part of what you can expect when you arrive. A renewed connection to nature and to yourself, along with joy in the plentitude and abundance of the season are what you can expect to take with you when you leave.

Seasonal Retreats

Each season this year, we will offer a different seasonal retreat. They will open spaces where each different season can offer its unique wisdom to us in the changing seasons of our lives. Each retreat is a two-day, one-night experience at Holy Wisdom with cozy accommodations, delicious meals, spacious time periods for solitude, reading and rest and contemplative conversations with other retreatants. There will also be a variety of opportunities to explore the prairies and the season and discover their gifts for you. 

Fall Fallowing Date/Times

Fri., Oct. 16, 1:00 pm – Sat., Oct. 17, 4:00 pm, 2026

Cost

$295/person ($260/person early bird registration until September 9th, 2026)

The cost of the retreat includes program, meals (Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch) and overnight room.

Register

The registration deadline for this retreat is October 9th, 2026, or when the retreat fills.

Cancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration, you can receive a 75% refund up until October 10th. After that, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.

After you register, if you would like to request a double room with another retreatant or if you have other questions about accommodations, please contact us at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.

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Conversations about the season, walks on the prairie, naps, art, movement, journaling, great meals and welcoming accommodations will all be a part of what you can expect when you arrive. A renewed connection to nature and to yourself, along with joy in the plentitude and abundance of the season are what you can expect to take with you when you leave.

Seasonal Retreats

Each season this year, we will offer a different seasonal retreat. They will open spaces where each different season can offer its unique wisdom to us in the changing seasons of our lives. Each retreat is a two-day, one-night experience at Holy Wisdom with cozy accommodations, delicious meals, spacious time periods for solitude, reading and rest and contemplative conversations with other retreatants. There will also be a variety of opportunities to explore the prairies and the season and discover their gifts for you. 

Upcoming Retreats

• Fall Fallowing – October 16-17, 2026 (Fri./Sat.)

Summer Plentitude Date/Times

Tue., Jul. 14, 1:00 pm – Wed., Jul. 15, 4:00 pm, 2026

Cost

$295/person ($260/person early bird registration until June 6th, 2026)

The cost of the retreat includes program, meals (Tuesday dinner, Wednesday breakfast and lunch) and overnight room.

Register

The registration deadline for this retreat is July 6th, 2026, or when the retreat fills.

Cancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration, you can receive a 75% refund up until July 7th. After that, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.

After you register, if you would like to request a double room with another retreatant or if you have other questions about accommodations, please contact us at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.

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Conversations about the season, walks on the prairie, naps, art, movement, journaling, great meals, and welcoming accommodations will all be a part of what you can expect when you arrive. A renewed connection to nature and to yourself, along with joy in the anticipation of new things emerging are what you can expect to take with you when you leave.

Seasonal Retreats

Each season this year, we will offer a different seasonal retreat. They will open spaces where each different season can offer its unique wisdom to us in the changing seasons of our lives. Each retreat is a two-day, one-night experience at Holy Wisdom with cozy accommodations, delicious meals, spacious time periods for solitude, reading and rest and contemplative conversations with other retreatants. There will also be a variety of opportunities to explore the prairies and the season and discover their gifts for you. 

Upcoming Retreats 

• Summer Plentitude – July 14-15, 2026 (Wed./Thu.)

• Fall Fallowing – October 16-17, 2026 (Fri./Sat.)

Spring Emergence Date/Times

Tue., Apr. 14, 8:00 am – Wed., Apr. 15, 12:00 pm, 2026

Cost

$260/person

The cost of the retreat includes program, meals (Tuesday lunch, dinner and Wednesday breakfast) and overnight room.

Register

The registration deadline for this retreat is April 2, 2026, or when the retreat fills.

Cancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration, you can receive a 75% refund up until April 3rd. After that, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.

After you register, if you would like to request a double room with another retreatant or if you have other questions about accommodations, please contact us at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.

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