Programs to Inspire, Transform, and Heal
Step out of daily life for a few days to learn with others in a spirit of deep community support.
Schedule is subject to change.
We had a wonderful, enriching time. Thank you for tending to our every need as we allowed ourselves to go spiritually deeper. It felt like everything you did was to support our journey. The Center never disappoints. Thank you for the sacred space.
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Program Start and End Times
Unless otherwise noted, retreat programs begin at 7 pm and end at noon.
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The Diamond Approach to Inner Work
An On-going International Program
With Carol and Neal Carbon
2017 Schedule: June 22-25; August 31-September 3; December 7-10.
The Ridhwan School is accepting new students for the Diamond Approach to Inner Work: Midwest Group 3, which meets at the Christine Center. The Diamond Approach is a path of spiritual realization characterized by sincere inquiry into one’s experience, fueled by the love of truth. Learn More
An Introductory Wisdom School: Placing Our Mind in Our Heart
June 26-29 (Monday-Thursday)
With Beth Brien and Ann Baltes
Following the Benedictine rhythm of ora et labora (prayer and work), this 4-day experiential retreat will offer an introductory immersion into Wisdom Work.
Silence, group teachings, instruction in spiritual practices, and group meditation will provide the framework to introduce retreatants to the Christian contemplative tradition.
Pre-requisite: an established meditation practice. Learn More
2nd Annual Yoga Festival Fundraiser
Nourish Your Mind, Body and Soul!
June 30-July 2 (Friday-Sunday)
Inspiring yoga practices with experienced teachers including yin, viniyoga, gentle practices, breath awareness and meditation.
Open to all levels | Sound meditation with gemstone singing bowls Intuitive painting | Nature trails, beautiful gardens and more
Healing Movement: Deeply at Home in the Whole
July 7-9 (Friday-Sunday)
With Emily Jarrett Hughes (right) and Cecy Corcoran, FSPA, PhD
In this retreat we will immerse ourselves in the woods, the four elements, and the evolutionary story of the universe to revitalize our lives with creativity.
Our days will be a combination of meditation, time outdoors, qigong movements, group sharing, and rest. We will also draw upon the repeated meditative step patterns of ritual dance from the Balkans and Asia Minor an ancient practice for reflecting and enhancing the beauty and order of the cosmos.
Attune to the universes movement towards more love and more consciousness. Discover a sense of profound belonging that unlocks your creative power.
No experience necessary and all abilities welcome. Learn More
Mindfulness Immersion Seminar: Steer Your Life in the Direction of Your Dreams
July 7-9 (Friday-Sunday)
Lamonte McPherson and Jai Lynn Kellum
Come explore and experience how to integrate presence with breath, flow, and listening. The program includes Yoga, Tai Chi, Group Therapy, Sound Immersion, and Mindfulness Skills. For every experience level. Learn More
Brush Wisdom: Messages from the Contemplative Heart
July 21-23 (Friday-Sunday)
With Tom Roberts
Japanese Zen Brush Work is a creative representation of the spiritual experience.
We will explore the inter-play of mind, body and spirit through the expressive use of the brush stroke in an atmosphere of contemplative calm and peace.
Experience a deep sense of inner harmony as we express the message of our hearts into black and white space. To enhance the power of the brush stroke, this retreat will utilize Qi Gong, breathing and Haiku.
No artistic experience is necessary. Learn More
Journey into Chakras
July 21-23 (Friday-Sunday)
With Tatsiana O’Neill
Learn about the Chakras: how they work and how to assess and balance them. We’ll cover basic Yoga poses for each Chakra including Partner Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Thai massage techniques; breathing and visualization exercises; Chakra vibrations with mantras, meditation, affirmation, and journaling. Tatsiana is a highly trained yoga teacher who pours her heart and soul into her teaching. Learn More
Discovering Truth: A Yoga and Writing Retreat
July 24-26 (Monday-Wednesday)
With Joanne Nelson and Sabre Page
Writing exercises and opportunities will be combined with a multifaceted yoga experience designed to open the chakras and deepen awareness of the self. This awareness will enable participants to express themselves and their own truths in unique and creative ways. Learn More
Prayer by Heart and Hands: Our first annual contemplative prayer-bead crafting retreat!
August 4-6 (Friday-Sunday)
with S. Gabriele Uhlein, PhD and Anastasia Dzenowagis, BA, BS, MIM, PMP
This retreat is specially designed for mindfully crafting contemplation cord from S. Gabriele exclusive collection of beads.
Anastasia has extensive professional jewelry making experience, and makes beading simple and enjoyable.
We will hold each other in a circle of contemplative creativity. Bead by bead, we will tell stories, share our experiences and most importantly, join our hearts and hands together in the practice of intercession and compassion. Learn More
Sound and Silence
August 4-6 (Friday-Sunday)
With Cecilia Corcoran, FSPA, PhD and Wendy Kohlhaas, ICS, CSAC, LPN
Two practices make up the framework of this retreat. Both are based on praying from the heart with a minimal of words. One practice cultivates deep listening and the other is a response that may be as subtle as a breath or as lovely as a word. Learn More
Buddhist Meditation in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh
August 6-11 (Sunday-Friday)
The senior members of the Mindfulness Community of Milwaukee are happy to sponsor the retreat. They are practitioners in the tradition of the Vietnamese monk, Thich Nhat Hanh. Following formats similar to ones that Thich Nhat Hanh used, activites include meditation, dharma talks, discussion groups, as well as bodywork and outdoor walking. Learn More
Painting from Soul: Intuitive Painting Open Studio
August 17-20 (Thursday-Sunday: Daily 10 am-12:30; 2:30-5:00 pm, including Sunday.)
Commuters welcome!
With S. Gabriele Uhlein, OSF, PhD
Jumpstart your natural creativity in a fun and supportive community of happy painters! (Come with a friend!) For those with every level of artistic experience. Learn More
Heart Centered Classical Yoga for Women
August 25-27 (Friday-Sunday)
with Katherine Banbury, CYT, and Marge Zulaski, OSF, PsyD
Yoga is a doorway to access a whole new way of being. Ancient and contemporary spiritual teachings are shared by heart-centered teachers in a supportive women-centered group.
This retreat for women will focus on experiences that result in vitality and a re-discovery of one’s curiosity, courage, and connection enabling one to step into a full compassionate presence.
Come together with other spirited women to explore the body-mind connection through self, other and the space between the two; living life live. Learn More
The Diamond Approach to Inner Work
An On-going International Program
With Carol and Neal Carbon
2017 Schedule: March 9-12, June 22-25; August 31-September 3; December 7-10.
The Ridhwan School is accepting new students for the Diamond Approach to Inner Work: Midwest Group 3, which meets at the Christine Center. The Diamond Approach is a path of spiritual realization characterized by sincere inquiry into one’s experience, fueled by the love of truth. Learn More
Aging into Higher Consciousness
September 13-15 (Wednesday-Friday)
With Delmarie Gibney and Lucia Leck
During this interactive workshop, we will awaken to new ways of engaging in our aging process, including life review, forgiveness work, issues surrounding our mortality, and the essential role of spiritual development in our later years, including serving others and leaving a legacy. Learn More
2017 Christine Center Hildegard Festival
September 15-17 (Friday-Sunday)
Hosted by S. Gabriele Uhlein, OSF, PhD with special guest presenter, Jean Feraca.
An annual tradition at the Christine Center, the Hilde-Fest is a celebration of all things St. Hildegard: music, art, food and the bold stature of soul this 12th century saint inspires!
This year we ask, “Why Hildegard Today?” and we’ll participate in a wild and wonderful presentation of St. Hildegard’s “Play of the Virtues”.
In good company, and adorned in “spiritual jewels”, we’ll share St. Hildegard’s heroic Soul’s Journey to God and experience her high hope for humankind in the healing of our world. Learn More
Painting from Soul: Intuitive Painting Open Studio
September 21-24 (Thursday-Sunday) Daily 10 am-12:30; 2:30-5:00 pm, including Sunday.
With S. Gabriele Uhlein, OSF, PhD
Commuters welcome!
Jumpstart your natural creativity in a fun and supportive community of happy painters! (Come with a friend!) For those with every level of artistic experience. Learn More
Meditatio
n: Taming the Mind, Unlocking the Heart
September 25-27 (Monday-Wednesday)
With Lama Yeshe
The foundation practice the Buddha taught is meditation. It is a way to tame our minds so they behave better. And, we all have a noble heart full of wisdom, love and compassion. Another type of meditation we will learn during this retreat will aid in releasing these wonderful qualities of our noble heart. Participants will have the opportunity to meet individually with Lama Yeshe during the retreat. For all experience levels. Learn More
Time, Talent and Treasure. There are so many ways to support the Christine Center:
What are your favorite ways to give?
- Attend a retreat and shop in the bookstore.
- Donate by phone, mail or online.
- Tell a friend about the Christine Center or invite them to go with you on retreat.
- Share a post about the Christine Center on social media and like us on Facebook.
- Forward our emails to your network of family and friends.
- Volunteer your unique talents.
- Make an in-kind donation such as garden tools, recliners for hermitages, or other items on our wish list.
- Include the Christine Center in your will or living trust.
Want to discuss how you’d like to support the Christine Center? Then let’s talk! Contact Ann Swanson at aswanson@christinecenter.org to start the conversation.
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With Heart-Felt Gratitude Always!