Holy Spirit Retreat Center
The Seven Directions of the Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe day will blend Native American culture and traditions with a tribute to St. Kateri. The morning session will focus on the meaning of the seven directions, lessons from the animals represented in each direction and the practical application for everyday living. The teachings will be based on the book The Seven Directions of the Medicine Wheel available in the HSRC gift shop. The afternoon session will be a tribute to St. Kateri. We will gather to bless the space in the garden where we place a small St. Kateri statue. Participants in the afternoon session will paint small stones [...]
The Ugly Duckling & The Process of Transformation
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesIn this retreat, participants will take an in-depth look at Hans Christian Anderson’s classic, The Ugly Duckling. Topics to be covered include loneliness, isolation, transformation, acceptance, diversity, and tolerance. Participants will learn ways to develop their own inner strength in the face of adversity and how to identify their own unique skills and talents. Bullying in schools and the workplace will also be addressed and participants will develop their own personal responses as well as community solutions to those problems. This will be done through dramatic reading, role play, and discussion. Students will remember this for a long time to [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]
The Labyrinth
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe labyrinth is an ancient tool that has been found in numerous civilizations throughout the world. While there are many different versions of the labyrinth, this workshop focuses on the Chartres Labyrinth found in Chartres Cathedral, France. Participants will be introduced to the history, the symbolism, the three stages of the labyrinth walk, and the significance the labyrinth has in today’s world. A community labyrinth walk and reflection/sharing will also be part of the workshop. As a trained labyrinth facilitator, I am excited to share my knowledge with those who feel a call to walk the labyrinth and experience the [...]
The Labyrinth
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe labyrinth is an ancient tool that has been found in numerous civilizations throughout the world. While there are many different versions of the labyrinth, this workshop focuses on the Chartres Labyrinth found in Chartres Cathedral, France. Participants will be introduced to the history, the symbolism, the three stages of the labyrinth walk, and the significance the labyrinth has in today’s world. A community labyrinth walk and reflection/sharing will also be part of the workshop. As a trained labyrinth facilitator, I am excited to share my knowledge with those who feel a call to walk the labyrinth and experience the [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]
The Medicine Wheel
Holy Spirit Retreat Center 4316 Lanai Road, Encino, CA, United StatesThe Medicine Wheel is a Native American tradition that dates back thousands of years. However, its lessons are as applicable today as they were in ancient times. In this workshop participants will learn the symbolism of the Medicine Wheel, the significance of its seven directions, the meaning of its colors, the significance of the four cardinal directions, and how these aspects relate to their lives. Animal guides and the lessons they teach are included in this retreat. Participants will also develop an awareness of the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental components of the wheel and will use that knowledge to [...]