Upcoming Events

Nurture your soul and rediscover hope at this transformative retreat in the heart of the redwoods.

Guided by wellness experts, explore practices that renew your sense of purpose, promote emotional healing, and foster resilience. Reconnect with yourself at this mindful retreat where you’ll:

• Learn sustainable tools for building community and hope
• Discover practices for more clarity and calm
• Enjoy immersive nature experiences
• Engage in daily talks and workshops in a small group setting
• Receive expert guidance from spiritual wellness practitioners

Experience an expert-led program focused on connection and resilience. Follow a seamless itinerary free of distractions with dedicated personal services and meeting space just for the group.

In addition to this event, you can enjoy all of the daily activities that Woodside, CA offers. Explore our sample schedule.

Benjamin Smith, MDiv, Spiritual Wellness Provider, helps guests explore how developing or deepening a spiritual practice can enhance personal and professional relationships. He provides individual consultations, group lectures, and workshops.

Thursday, December 12

4 p.m. Welcome Reception

We'll welcome you to this weekend of belonging and hope. Meet your fellow guests and enjoy a preview of our time together. Plus, enjoy grounding practices for relaxation and release after a day of travel.

Friday, December 13

11 a.m. Grounded in Self-compassion

Compassion for others begins with compassion for ourselves. Learn unique practices for cultivating kindness toward yourself and how inner peace radiates outward into your relationships with others. Stand strong in your values and needs, while holding others in love.

4 p.m. The Art of Story-Catching

Connect to others through the power of story. Story-catching is the practice of deep listening. In this session, discover skills to draw out the wisdom of others and to share your own stories of hope and challenge in a supportive community.

Saturday, December 14

11 a.m. Collaborative Community, Playful Presence

Countless spiritual traditions emphasize a need for play as a way to connect to ourselves to others, especially in contentious moments. In this session, consider the relationship between play and community, engaging in exercises that facilitate belonging.

5:30 p.m. A Meal of Belonging

Nourish your body and soul with deep conversation over a special shared meal. Break bread with other guests, joining in an intentional meal with guided conversation for fostering deep bonds. Leave with a deep sense of fulfillment and the skills to gather those in your community.

Sunday, December 15

11 a.m. Compassion in Community

Compassion in action is experienced in community. Deepen your kindness practices – for yourself and others – and explore new strategies to bring compassion to your local community in meaningful ways.

4 p.m. Sources of Hope Fire Circle

Throughout history, humans have gathered around the fire to share stories and collective wisdom. Join us for a quiet, peaceful moment where we'll share personal insights and more.