Theme: Listening to the Trees. Come, be taken in by the resilient and steadfast trees on the grounds of Dayspring. You will be invited to rest in their presence during the quiet weekend as we reflect on the many ways we are gifted by trees. Listen for what they may tell you. Open to what they may share. Through readings, journaling, and silent wandering, we will soak in the divine wisdom of these radiant beings as they prepare for the coming winter.

The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you.

Don’t go back to sleep.

You must ask for what you really want.

Don’t go back to sleep.

The door is round and open.

Don’t go back to sleep.

-RUMI

Leader: Leah Rampy is a frequent retreat leader, author, and speaker who works at the intersection of ecology, spirituality, and contemplative practice. Her latest book is Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees, co-authored with Beth Norcross.

Weekend retreats run Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. The silence begins Friday night after dinner when the leader opens the retreat and introduces the theme. The leader usually offers brief morning and evening reflections on Saturday. The silence ends after breakfast Sunday morning with a time of sharing and worship, followed by lunch and departure.

The cost for weekend retreats is $300.  A $150 deposit is required to register.

Dinner on Friday at 7 pm is the first official gathering. You are welcome to arrive and settle in between 3:30 and 6:30 pm on Friday. The retreat will end by 2 pm on Sunday.  Please plan to stay for the entire retreat.