Christian Living

To live as a Christian means to embody a life deeply rooted in love for God, humanity, and all of creation. A Christian is one who seeks to follow Christ’s example by cultivating simplicity, compassion, and joy in daily life. This transformative relationship with God influences how one treats others and the world. It involves seeing God’s presence in everyday experiences, practicing gratitude, and actively working for peace and justice. It means developing a reverence for all creation, embracing a balance of contemplative prayer and engaged action, and striving to be an instrument of God’s love in the world. Christian spirituality integrates faith with social and environmental concerns, always seeking to grow in love and to share that love with others.

Central to this Christian life is active participation in the rituals and practices of the faith community. This includes engaging in regular worship and prayer, observing sacred seasons, and incorporating faith practices into daily routines. Christians are called to be part of a faith community, participating in fellowship and service activities. Through these shared experiences and practices, Christians deepen their faith, strengthen communal bonds, and continually renew their commitment to living out their beliefs in the world.

Key Aspects:

• Walking in the footsteps of Christ
• Finding God in ritual and practice
• Incarnational Theology and Reverence for Creation
• Contemplation and Action: Commitment to Prayer, Peace and Justice
• Finding God in the Everyday: Living a life of Love, Joy and Gratitude

In essence, this perspective on Christian spirituality offers a way of life that is both deeply rooted in tradition and radically relevant to contemporary challenges. It invites believers to experience the transformative power of God’s love in all aspects of their lives and to become agents of that love in the world.

The innovative programs and welcoming environment of Genesis Spiritual Life Center create a transformative sanctuary for individuals seeking to deepen their Christian living through holistic spiritual growth. By offering retreats, workshops, and spiritual direction, Genesis provides diverse opportunities for participants to cultivate compassion, enhance their faith, and engage meaningfully with God and others. Genesis embodies a living approach to Christian spirituality that honors the sacred in every moment, every person, and every aspect of creation. 

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Join us on a transformative journey of Christian living, where you can actively embody God’s love through compassionate action, engage in deep spiritual practices, and explore the sacred in every moment, person, and aspect of creation.

Upcoming Christian Living programs

Becoming a BioSpiritual Companion

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

September 22, 2026 - March 16, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Experienced BioSpiritual Focusing practitioners and teachers, Mike Smoolca and Nancy Benben will lead a comprehensive 6-session program focused on developing BioSpiritual Focusing Companions. This is aimed at all those wishing to learn the dynamics of effective and confident companioning. The 2-hour sessions will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each…

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Presence, Prayer, and Writing from the Heart: A Contemplative Writing Retreat

With Anne A. Simpkinson

October 2 - 4, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

We are never closer to our Creator than when we are creating. In writing, we engage in God’s infinite creative impulse to birth the new, the unexpected. Silence and stillness can assist that process by opening a portal to inner depths where we connect to ourselves, to others, to God,…

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BioSpiritual Focusing: Day of Presence

With Donna O'Connor and Dawn Turgeon

October 3, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a space where science meets spirituality, where your body becomes a conduit for divine wisdom, and where every breath draws you closer to the essence of your being. Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening through the practice of BioSpiritual Focusing. “When you seek me, you…

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Blessing of the Animals

With Joseph Krans

October 3, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Join hearts and paws on October 3rd at 10:00 AM at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for the Blessing of the Animals, a celebration of the cherished connection between humans and their animal companions, coinciding with the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, known for…

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Restoring Sacred Conversation with Earth

With Victoria Loorz

October 9 - 11, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

The wisdom and guidance we need for this time of tragic ecological and political collapse will not be found in the dominant ways of thinking. Over fifty years ago, Thomas Berry urged us to turn and face these challenges by pointing to the root cause of the problem, "We are talking only to…

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The Shadow and Love: Healing our relationships to self, others and God

With Br. Don Bisson, FMS

October 30 - November 1, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Encountering the shadow may lead us into a whole new identity willing and able to make freer decisions. Without shadow work, prayer and grace we may get stuck repeating destructive patterns of self-loathing, incapacity for intimacy and rigid false images of God. The shadow we fear may be the gateway…

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An Autumnal Labyrinth Experience

With Cathy Rigali

October 31, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into an eco-spiritual journey of reflection. During the midpoint of the season, take time to contemplate the autumnal shifts as we prepare ourselves for the seasons ahead. As you walk, surrounded by the vibrant colors of the changing foliage, you are invited to recall your experiences of autumn, notice…

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BioSpiritual Focusing Silent Directed Retreat – 4 Day

With Nancy Benben and Dawn Turgeon

November 3 - 8, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive BioSpiritual Focusing Silent-Directed Retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. This retreat is open to individuals with BioSpiritual Focusing training and background. During a…

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Sacred Shift: How Faith is Evolving in the 21st Century – A Virtual Retreat

With Diarmuid O'Murchu, MSC

November 6 - 8, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Is religion truly dying—or is it being reborn in new and unexpected ways? While popular culture often insists that faith is in decline, we are also witnessing a widespread search for new forms of spiritual connection—practices that honor our inner wellbeing, nurture community, and recognize the sacredness of the natural…

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The Cosmic Christ Triptych with Br. Michael Moran

With Br. Michael Moran, C.P.

November 7, 2026

Join us for a presentation on The Cosmic Christ Triptych, Genesis's beloved contemporary altarpiece, by the designer and artist Br. Michael Moran, C.P. Enjoy the story of conversations with Foundress Sr. Elizabeth Oleksak to commission Br. Michael to paint the panels and transform our chapel into a space that better reflects…

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Finding Wholeness in the Midst of Everything with Julian of Norwich

With Mark Burrows

November 20 - 22, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

We all long to be gladdened by what Julian of Norwich imagined as the inner music of love in our lives. She knew that the melodies that shape us—some in the major key, some in a jarring, discordant minor—are part of a larger symphony, if we learn to listen deeply…

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Come to the Table: The Call to be Holy

With Valenda Liptak and Michele Suhocki

November 21, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Throughout the Old and New Testament, scripture reveals that we are called to be holy.  In 1Peter 1: 15 - 16 and Leviticus 11: 44-45 the scripture states, “Be holy because I am holy”.  Throughout the day, we will spend time looking at the gifts and the fruits of the…

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A Simply Centered Advent: Mandalas, Candles and Prayer – Virtual Retreat

With Rev. Sharon Seyfarth Garner

November 30 - December 21, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Begin your Advent journey this year with creative prayer, calming candlelight, and contemplative coloring. The beauty of Advent can easily become lost amidst the busy-ness of the season. If we are not careful and intentional, the sacred invitation to “wait with bated breath” quickly becomes the cultural compulsion to “shop…

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Listening for the Holy in Advent – A Virtual Lectio Series

With Jo Ann Bourquard

December 4 - 18, 2026

Escape the distractions of the holiday rush and join us for a time of quiet reflection & sacred reading in the observance of Advent. Using the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, follow the invitation to listen deeply to verses of scripture and other meaningful texts as we prepare our hearts…

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A Celebration of Advent O’s: Come Wisdom, Come Daystar, Come Emmanuel

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV and Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.

December 4 - 6, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into the stillness of Advent and listen for the ancient cry that echoes through time: “O Wisdom… O Radiant Dawn… O Emmanuel, come.” This 16th annual retreat invites you to enter the heart of these sacred “O Antiphons,” honoring the deep longing and luminous hope they express. Through reflection, ritual, Eucharist,…

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Access Your Inner Room with Centering Prayer

With Fr. Bill Sheehan, OMI

December 10 - 13, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover the transformative power of centering prayer as you learn to access your sacred inner sanctuary. Join us to explore the practice of entering your "inner room," unlocking a deeper connection with the divine and finding profound peace within yourself. Accessing our inner room and exploring its transformative effects is…

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Among the Luminaries: An Evening Holiday Celebration at Genesis

With Genesis Team

December 11, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Celebrate the beauty and wonder of the holiday season at Among the Luminaries, a magical evening experience set throughout the beautiful grounds of Genesis and the Providence Arboretum. As twilight settles in, hundreds of softly glowing luminaries will illuminate pathways, gardens, and wooded trails, creating a peaceful and inspiring holiday…

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The Wonder of the Nativity – Live at Genesis

With Genesis Team

December 18, 2026

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into a scene that stirs the soul and awakens the wonder of the season.  Journey back in time and witness the Christmas story come alive beneath winter’s starlit sky. Join us at Genesis on Friday, December 18, 2026, at 6pm, for an exciting Live Nativity experience  💫✨ Inspired by…

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Mindful Transitions: A Contemplative Year End Retreat

With Joseph Krans

December 30, 2026 - January 1, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

As we prepare to welcome a new year, we invite you to participate in a transformative program that honors the journey of 2026 while igniting hope for what lies ahead. Take a moment to pause, reflect on the experiences that have shaped you over the past twelve months, and look…

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Contemplative Living Immersion Experience (2027)

January 1 - December 31, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

“God is nearer to us than our own soul, for God is the ground in which our soul stands.” * The Contemplative Living Immersion Experience is a year-long invitation to deepen into the stillness and spaciousness of God’s presence. Through silence, prayer, and sacred attentiveness, participants are gently guided into…

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BioSpiritual Focusing Immersion Experience (2027-2028)

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team, Mike Smoolca, Nancy Benben, Peri Boyle and Donna O'Connor

January 1, 2027 - June 19, 2028

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover the wisdom your body longs to share. Wrap yourself in the study and experience of BioSpiritual Focusing. The BioSpiritual Focusing Immersion Experience is an 18‑month journey of embodied spirituality and self‑discovery. Rooted in the pioneering work of Dr. Eugene Gendlin and further developed by Fr. Peter Campbell and Fr.…

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BioSpiritual Focusing: Day of Presence

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

January 9, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a space where science meets spirituality, where your body becomes a conduit for divine wisdom, and where every breath draws you closer to the essence of your being. Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening through the practice of BioSpiritual Focusing. “When you seek me, you…

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Sacred Pause – A Weekend Silent Directed Retreat

With Jo Ann Bourquard

January 15 - 17, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

As a new year begins, are you yearning for rest, silence, and a deeper connection with the Holy? Give yourself the gift of a sacred pause. Step away from the demands of daily life and enter a space of prayerful stillness, peaceful surroundings, and spiritual companionship. This weekend retreat invites…

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The Way It Is: The Wisdom of Elder Poets

With Mark Burrows

February 5 - 7, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

In a world that prizes the new, this retreat invites us to turn toward the seasoned wisdom of elder poets and discover fresh possibilities for seeing, being, and living. Through the luminous words of elder poets, we are invited into a deeper conversation with our own lives, our longings, and…

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Merton & Me: A Living Trinity – A Lenten Journey Towards Inner Freedom

With Douglas Hertler

February 12 - 14, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

What if doubt is not the opposite of faith, but the very path that leads us deeper into it? In his book What is God?, the philosopher Jacob Needleman writes, "it is impossible not to love a man or woman in the moment they are struggling for truth." Thomas Merton struggled for…

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Lenten Conversations: Journeying Through Lent with Mary Magdalen – Virtual Program

With Jo Ann Bourquard

February 16, 2027

VIRTUAL PROGRAM

Are you seeking a different way of praying this Lenten season? Sometimes we need a companion—someone who has gone before us to lead the way. This year, join us as we journey alongside Mary Magdalene: companion, follower, witness, and proclaimer. Come and be reacquainted with the Apostle to the Apostles. Allow her…

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BioSpiritual Focusing 10 Week Book Study and Practicum

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

February 17 - April 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Envision a space where science and spiritual insight meet, transforming your body into a channel for sacred knowledge. Join us for a transformative journey of self-discovery with our BioSpiritual Focusing 10-week book study and practicum. Delve into the profound insights of Fr. Peter A. Campbell and Fr. Edwin M. McMahon's…

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Sacred Balance: Integrating Spirituality & Mental Well-Being

With Rev. Miriam Diephouse McMillan, BCC

February 19, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a way of caring for the mind that also nourishes the soul, drawing on ancient spiritual practices now supported by modern research. At the crossroads of neuroscience, spirituality, and mental health lies a growing body of wisdom that can transform both personal well-being and professional practice. Sacred Balance: Integrating…

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Spiritual Practices for an Anxious World

With Rev. Miriam Diephouse McMillan, BCC

February 19 - 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

In a world that often leaves us breathless with worry, what if the path to peace begins with a single prayerful breath? Faith has long provided grounding and solace in difficult times, and now modern science has also begun affirming this wisdom. Contemporary life confronts us with compounding stress and…

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Lenten Conversations: The Lenten Wilderness: Solitude & Simplicity – Virtual Program

With Colleen Mollica

March 2, 2027

VIRTUAL PROGRAM

During Lent, we are invited to voluntarily enter the spiritual desert to strip away the excess of modern life. Today’s loud, consumer-driven culture requires constant distractions to keep our attention. The spiritual desert drastically lowers the prevailing noise of our lives, attuning our spiritual ears to hear the gentle, subtle…

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Francis of Assisi: The World’s Most Popular Saint Still Has a Vision for Our Time

With Jon M. Sweeney

March 5 - 6, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

What if holiness has less to do with religion and more to do with learning how to see the world with wonder? Francis of Assisi was spiritual long before the term was coined, and he was religious in the best sense. We love him because he cut through the paraphernalia…

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Lenten Conversations: Creativity as a Way of Life – Virtual Program

With Deb Ondo

March 16, 2027

VIRTUAL PROGRAM

Creativity isn’t something we have or don’t have. It’s something we’re in relationship with. Relationships require attention. They change. We neglect them. We return to them. Sometimes we trust them; sometimes we don’t. Sometimes we try to control them. And sometimes we have to listen without knowing what comes next.…

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Revisioning Holy Week for a Troubled World – A Virtual Saturday Retreat

With Diarmuid O'Murchu, MSC

March 20, 2027

Based on the book The Last Week by Marcus Borg & John D. Crossan, join us as we explore the deeper meaning of the events - and liturgies - of Holy Week. Instead of glorifying the suffering and death of Jesus as we see in Mel Gibson's The Passion of…

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Companioning Through Grief & Loss

With Louise & Joe Colletti

April 16 - 18, 2027

This program invites you into a gentle exploration of the journey of grief and loss, and the sacred practice of companioning those who mourn. Rooted in a contemporary understanding of the grieving flow, it offers insights into how we can be present to others with compassion, humility, and care. Beginning…

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Verses of the Soul: A Virtual Poetry Journey

With Jo Ann Bourquard

May 6 - 27, 2027

VIRTUAL

Immerse yourself in a transformative journey of spiritual reflection and poetic discovery during this season of Lent, where words become windows to the soul's deepest longings. Join us as we explore the sacred landscape of poetry, creating a contemplative space where imagination, prayer, and community intersect, inviting you to experience…

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Becoming the Wise Woman: Embracing the Sacred Path of the Elder

With Janice Olson

May 7 - 9, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Aging is not an ending—it’s an awakening. When the world expects you to shrink, what if you rose up wiser, bolder, and radiant with hidden power? This retreat is a call to every woman standing at the threshold of elderhood: lay down old stories of loss and invisibility, and embrace…

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Listening for the Spirit: A Pentecost Journey with St. Brendan – Virtual

With Rev. Sharon Seyfarth Garner

May 16, 2027

What if the Spirit is speaking in ways we have not yet learned to hear? What might happen if we, too, made space to listen for the Spirit…in different languages, in the songs of creation, in silence, and perhaps in other places we might least expect? What if Pentecost is…

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From False Self to True Self: A Journey of Freedom

With Fr. Bill Sheehan, OMI

May 21 - 23, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Who are we beneath the roles, expectations, and identities we accumulate throughout life? Drawing on the wisdom of Fr. Thomas Merton and Fr. Thomas Keating, this retreat explores the transformative framework of the True Self and the False Self, a profound lens for understanding the human condition and our spiritual…

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Nature’s Wisdom: An Evening Experience

With Colleen Mollica

June 7, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center…

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Silent Directed Retreat – 6 Day – Nurturing Your Spirit

With Fr. Michael Broderick

June 15 - 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as…

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Silent Directed Retreat – 6 Day – Nurturing Your Spirit

With Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.

June 15 - 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as…

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Silent Directed Retreat – 6 Day – Nurturing Your Spirit

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV

June 15 - 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as…

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BioSpiritual Focusing Silent Directed Retreat – 4 Day

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

June 15 - 20, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive BioSpiritual Focusing Silent-Directed Retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. This retreat is open to individuals with BioSpiritual Focusing training and background. During a…

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Nature’s Wisdom: An Evening Experience

With Colleen Mollica

July 12, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center…

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Lessons I Learned While Gardening

With Mary T. Naccarato

July 21 - 23, 2027

Do you delight in spending time in the garden, nurturing growing plants, and enjoying the beauty and abundance that each season brings? Whether you are an experienced gardener or simply appreciate the lessons nature can teach us, this enriching three-day retreat offers an opportunity to reflect on the deeper spiritual…

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Nature’s Wisdom: An Evening Experience

With Colleen Mollica

August 2, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine: the scent of pine, the feel of earth beneath your feet, and a profound sense of calm washing over you. Discover how a mindful outdoor experience can transform your stress levels and deepen your connection to the earth and all things spiritual. Join us at Genesis Spiritual Life Center…

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Silent Directed Retreat – 6 Day – Nurturing Your Spirit

With Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.

August 3 - 9, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as…

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Silent Directed Retreat – 6 Day – Nurturing Your Spirit

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV

August 3 - 9, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as…

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Guided BioSpiritual Focusing Weeklong Retreat

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

August 12 - 17, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Unlock the hidden wisdom of your body and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with BioSpiritual Focusing. This silent guided retreat offers a unique opportunity to delve deep into your inner world, connecting with the sacred story woven into the very fabric of your being. Through a powerful blend…

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Come, Have Breakfast – A Virtual Evening

With Elizabeth Johnson, CSJ

September 16, 2027

“’Come, have breakfast’ (John 21:12). These three simple words followed by generous action open a portal into an ecological image of the living God who is active with cordial hospitality toward all creatures, nurturing their lives, desiring that all should be fed.” Join us for an evening with the author,…

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Cultivating an Ignatian Imagination: Practices in Prayer & Prose

With Eric Clayton

September 17 - 19, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

The spiritual tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola invites us to discover God not only in prayer, but also in our daily experiences, relationships, stories, and creative expression. In this retreat, participants will explore the Ignatian imagination as a sacred space for encounter, reflection, and discernment. Through guided prayer experiences,…

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Becoming a BioSpiritual Companion

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

September 21, 2027 - March 21, 2028

Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Experienced BioSpiritual Focusing practitioners and teachers, Mike Smoolca and Nancy Benben will lead a comprehensive 5-session program focused on developing BioSpiritual Focusing Companions. This is aimed at all those wishing to learn the dynamics of effective and confident companioning. The 2-hour sessions will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each…

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Advanced BioSpiritual Focusing Companioning Workshop

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

September 24 - 26, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into a deeper way of listening, one that honors both the wisdom of the body and the movement of the Spirit. This advanced BioSpiritual Focusing (BSF) workshop invites trained practitioners to refine their companioning skills through guided practice, expert coaching, and shared reflection. Over the course of an immersive…

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Embodied Grace: An Introduction to BioSpiritual Focusing

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

October 1 - 3, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine finding a place where science meets spirituality—where your body itself becomes a sanctuary for divine wisdom, and each breath opens a doorway to grace. At Genesis, we invite you into an experience that transcends thought and awakens the sacred dialogue between body, mind, and spirit. This weekend retreat welcomes…

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Blessing of the Animals

With Joseph Krans

October 2, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Join hearts and paws on October 3rd at 10:00 AM at Genesis Spiritual Life Center for the Blessing of the Animals, a celebration of the cherished connection between humans and their animal companions, coinciding with the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, known for…

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Harvesting Earth’s Wisdom in Contemporary Spirituality – A Virtual Saturday Retreat

With Diarmuid O'Murchu, MSC

October 2, 2027

For much of Christian history, spirituality largely focused on people and the salvation of the human soul in a world beyond. Today, there is a substantial shift as we rediscover the sacredness of all life, human and non-human alike, inviting us into new ways of relating to the creation we…

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BioSpiritual Focusing Silent Directed Retreat – 4 Day

With Genesis BioSpiritual Focusing Team

November 2 - 7, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive BioSpiritual Focusing Silent-Directed Retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. This retreat is open to individuals with BioSpiritual Focusing training and background. During a…

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Living In Simplicity: Discovering The Deep Wisdom of Meister Eckhart

With Mark Burrows

November 19 - 21, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

“The eye with which I see God and the eye with which God sees me are one eye: one seeing, one knowing, one loving.” -Meister Eckhart What would it mean to live into simplicity to the point that “all things become God” for you? This startling claim, made by the…

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A Simply Centered Advent: Mandalas, Candles and Prayer – Virtual Retreat

With Rev. Sharon Seyfarth Garner

November 29 - December 20, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Begin your Advent journey this year with creative prayer, calming candlelight, and contemplative coloring. The beauty of Advent can easily become lost amidst the busy-ness of the season. If we are not careful and intentional, the sacred invitation to “wait with bated breath” quickly becomes the cultural compulsion to “shop…

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A Celebration of Advent O’s

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV and Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.

December 3 - 5, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into the stillness of Advent and listen for the ancient cry that echoes through time: “O Lord… O Key of David… O King of Nations.” This 17th annual retreat invites you to enter the heart of these sacred “O Antiphons,” honoring the deep longing and luminous hope they express. Through…

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Among the Luminaries: An Evening Holiday Celebration at Genesis

With Genesis Team

December 10, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Celebrate the beauty and wonder of the holiday season at Among the Luminaries, a magical evening experience set throughout the beautiful grounds of Genesis and the Providence Arboretum. As twilight settles in, hundreds of softly glowing luminaries will illuminate pathways, gardens, and wooded trails, creating a peaceful and inspiring holiday…

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The Wonder of the Nativity – Live at Genesis

With Genesis Team

December 17, 2027

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into a scene that stirs the soul and awakens the wonder of the season.  Journey back in time and witness the Christmas story come alive beneath winter’s starlit sky. Join us at Genesis on Friday, December 17, 2027, at 6pm for an exciting Live Nativity experience  💫✨ Inspired by…

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Mindful Transitions: A Contemplative Year End Retreat

With Joseph Krans

December 30, 2027 - January 1, 2028

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

As we prepare to welcome a new year, we invite you to participate in a transformative program that honors the journey of 2027 while igniting hope for what lies ahead. Take a moment to pause, reflect on the experiences that have shaped you over the past twelve months, and look…

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