Ends of the Earth: A Weekend Retreat

Ends of the Earth will offer participants an opportunity to slow their pace, gather for thoughtful listening to each other and the natural world, enjoy nutritious communal meals, and restore energy for engagement in the world. The retreat will include teachings, practices, food, and music grounded in the Celtic Christian traditions, which took shape at the westernmost ends of Europe on the coasts of Scotland and Ireland beginning in the 5th century. A pre-retreat gathering begins on Friday, September 18, with a community supper followed by live music and storytelling by the fire pit, with perhaps a “wee dram from the water of life.” The retreat proper begins Saturday morning and runs through mid-afternoon on Sunday, September 20. Participants can expect an easy rhythm that includes teaching, live meditative music, times of silence, hearty meals, small group sharing, opportunities for walks on the path or labyrinth, as well as rest and sleep. The retreat will be led by Terry Allebaugh and Esther Hethcox, who will be joined by Chef in Residence Milton Brasher-Cunningham and Musician in Residence Charles Pettee.