Meeting the Challenge: A Retreat For Men
August 7-9, 2026
With Ron Moor & Drake Powe
What is being asked of us as men in these times of chaos and challenge? What is it that we stand for? Where is the solid ground we can stand on? Where and what are our sources of strength, wisdom and courage? How do we claim our authenticity and agency? How can we offer strength through gentle hands and loving hearts that inspire our families and communities through deep listening and true confidence?
Early Registration pricing through July 7th!
In our gathering of men we will meet in circle as equals. Questions will be offered. Dialogue will happen, in small groups and all together. We will listen, deeply, to each other. No shame. No guilt. No judgment. No fixing. We will engage in ceremony, opening to Spirit. In companionship, we will deepen.
Great winds are blowing us across the sky. Is masculinity in a state of transition like so much else in our world? How do we as men help midwife this time of transition into something more desirable for our loved ones, our communities, our earth?
Join us in this weekend of meeting the challenge, of exploration of what it means to be masculine in this time of challenge and change. In our coming together, in the field between and around us, know that inspiration will emerge, guiding us in the way we need to go.
Program Highlights:
• Men’s retreat focused on inner work, dialogue, and spiritual practice
• Gather in circle as equals — with deep listening and honest reflection
• Explore questions of masculinity, transformation, and integrity
• Participate in ceremony and practices for grounding and connection
• Cultivate companionship and community in a judgment-free space
• Guided by Spirit and the wisdom of the group
• Set amidst the peaceful, contemplative forest setting of The Christine Center
“In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” ~Albert Camus
Your Guides for the Journey
Ron Moor
Ron has been a hands-on energy practioneer for over 40 years. He is a survivor of Vietnam, a father and grandfather. He has ministered to three spiritual communities in California and Minnesota. Ron has offered classes and workshops on spirituality and energy therapies across the country since the mid-eighties. He is a frequent retreat facilitator at The Christine Center and is currently one of the spiritual guides for the Spiritual Deepening for Global Transformation Program. He hosts a weekly online meditation and discussion group based on the Tao Te Ching.
Drake Powe
Drake is a visionary leader in personal transformation, blending ancient wisdom with modern strategies to inspire growth and resilience. As a renowned public speaker, meditation instructor, life coach, and stress-reduction consultant, he offers a unique and compelling approach to achieving agelessness and thriving amidst life’s challenges. Through the seamless integration of yogic principles and grounding techniques, Drake empowers individuals to reconnect with their intuition and unlock the innate strength often hidden beneath the weight of daily stress.
With over 35 years of experience, Drake’s innovative methods make complex practices accessible and actionable, guiding clients to tap into their inner resources for stability, clarity, and growth.