Wholeness Spirituality

Spiritual wholeness is a profound journey of self-discovery that transcends physical boundaries, where spirit, soul, and body align in synchronicity to create a sense of completeness. Rather than pursuing perfection, this path invites us to embrace our entire being—integrating light and shadow—and find healing from within. At its essence, spiritual wholeness is about experiencing a state of inner harmony where nothing feels missing or broken, deepening our connection to ourselves, others, and the sacred, ultimately radiating a sense of peace and contentment through every aspect of our lives.

Key Aspects:

•  Inner Harmony: Achieving a balance between our thoughts, emotions, and actions

• Connection to Source: Developing a relationship with the sacred or divine

• Self-Realization: Uncovering and embracing our authentic selves

• Integration of Light and Dark: Accepting all aspects of our being

Individuals pursuing spiritual wholeness typically embody core characteristics such as a love-centered approach to life, a commitment to present moment awareness, a dedication to ongoing healing and personal growth, and a genuine expression of compassion through service to others.

To nurture spiritual wholeness, many engage in practices such as meditation, self-reflection, creative expression, and participating in supportive communities. These practices help foster self-awareness, gratitude, and mindfulness, all of which contribute to a sense of wholeness. For many, this journey involves exploring their relationship with the divine and understanding how it shapes their identity and purpose. 

Genesis Spiritual Life Center invites individuals to embark on a transformative journey toward spiritual wholeness through diverse programs that promote inner harmony and holistic well-being. With offerings like silent directed retreats, BioSpiritual Focusing, and community activities such as knitting prayer shawls, Genesis fosters deep connections with oneself, others, and the divine. With a focus on nurturing body, mind, and spirit, this sacred space encourages all who seek healing and growth to discover the profound love and peace that awaits them. Begin your journey toward spiritual wholeness at Genesis today!

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As we navigate the complexities of modern life, the pursuit of spiritual wholeness offers a path to inner peace, resilience, and a deeper sense of meaning. It invites us to look beyond the surface of our daily experiences and connect with the essence of who we are, fostering a life of authenticity, purpose, and profound connection.

Upcoming Spiritual Wholeness programs

Lenten Simple Supper Series: Sacred Silence

With Joseph Krans, OFS

March 11, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover the transformative power of Sacred Silence this Lenten season. As we enter this period of reflection and renewal, explore the profound benefits of slowing down and embracing stillness. Explore how traditional and contemplative practices can deepen your spiritual connection, offering a sanctuary from life's constant noise. Learn to embrace…

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Lenten Simple Supper Series: Making Room for the Holy

With Eileen Epperson

March 18, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Lent is a wonderful time to be intentional about Making Room for the Holy One. We can literally clear away some of the physical clutter and unfinished projects that can distract us from experiencing God's Presence. Making amends, calling someone dear to you whom you haven't spoken to in way…

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Lenten Simple Supper Series: Sowing Wildflowers

With MaryAnne Davey

March 25, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Throughout Lent we weed our inner landscape, make room for the Holy and find new ways to nourish ourselves. Once we have space, it is important to see what lies beneath, waiting to grow. This evening will explore tending to the wildflowers already present in our lives and discerning how…

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Healing Hearts: Walking with Grief – An Eight-Week Series

With Donna Dellacamera and Nancy Janiszewski

March 27, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Envision a nurturing space where your grief is honored and respected, a place where you can share your journey, led by facilitators who truly listen. In this intimate gathering, you’ll experience kindness and fellowship, empowering you to explore your emotions while embracing the healing power of community. Enter a safe…

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Unleash Your Inner Artist: An Exploration of Art Journaling

With Peg Considine BFA, M.Ed.

March 28 - 30, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a sanctuary where blank pages become portals to your deepest self, where art becomes a language of the soul, and creativity flows as freely as your breath. This isn't just an art retreat—it's a journey of self-discovery that will awaken the artist you've always known lived inside you. Whether…

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Lenten Simple Supper Series: The Liminality of Lent: Embracing the Space Between

With Colleen Mollica

April 1, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

In early spring, traces of winter still linger, yet signs of spring are also beginning to appear. It is an ambivalent time. We wait patiently for spring to emerge fully, just as we anticipate the Resurrection. As we wait for the joy of Easter, nature models patience and acceptance. She…

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Listening to the River of Life: A Contemplative Writing Retreat

With Anne A. Simpkinson

April 3 - 6, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Imagine a world where your untold stories hold the key to unlocking the deepest truths of your existence. Embark on a transformative journey, where the gentle flow of words becomes a powerful current, carrying you towards self-discovery and profound connection. “Stories have to be told or they die, and when…

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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Mary Ann Connolly, SC

April 6 - 12, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative Lenten 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…

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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Jo Ann Bourquard

April 6 - 12, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embark on a transformative Lenten 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…

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Weaving a Tapestry of Hope

With MaryAnne Davey

April 11 - 13, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Step into a space where your personal story becomes a vital thread in a tapestry of collective hope, where your experiences illuminate the path forward for yourself and others. Our spiritual journeys are woven together through the gift of our individual and collective experiences.  The tapestry is ever so carefully…

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Wild Awakenings: A Creative Eco-Spiritual Journey

With Deb Ondo

April 25 - 27, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Immerse yourself in nature's sacred whispers and unlock your creative potential in this transformative eco-spirituality workshop. Discover the profound connection between Earth's wisdom and your artistic expression. Reconnect with the wild divine. "Nature is filled with words of love." ~ Pope Francis Have you felt it? That unspoken connection—the spark…

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What’s Old is New Again: Create Your Own Upcycled Journal

With Kat Kirby

May 6, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Unleash your inner bookbinder! Transform forgotten books into unique journals bursting with character, personalized treasures ready to capture your stories. Let’s create new journals from old books! (Or even new books). Using a hard-covered book, you will learn how to successfully deconstruct it by removing the text block. We will…

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Laughter, Tears, Joy and Fears: Fully Embracing the Second Half of Life

With Lorraine Mangione and Rosalind Forti

May 10, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover a transformative journey through the second half of life, where personal reinvention meets profound self-discovery. "Laughter, Tears, Joy and Fears" invites women to embrace change, explore unexpected opportunities, and uncover a renewed sense of identity and purpose. There is always the possibility of new beginnings in the second half…

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Embracing the Journey: A Women’s Retreat on the Spiritual and Psychological Dimensions of Aging

With Betty Hill Crowson

May 29 - June 1, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embracing the Journey: A Women's Retreat on the Spiritual and Psychological Dimensions of Aging Embark on a transformative three-day retreat that invites you to embrace the profound journey of aging with grace and wisdom. Join other women as we journey into a deeper identity of and compassion for ourselves as…

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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV

June 4 - 10, 2025

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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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.

June 4 - 10, 2025

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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Nature’s Wisdom: A Spiritual Experience of Nature

With Colleen Mollica

June 16, 2025

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 Center for…

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Embracing the Journey: A Women’s Retreat on the Spiritual and Psychological Dimensions of Aging

With Betty Hill Crowson

June 19 - 22, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Embracing the Journey: A Women's Retreat on the Spiritual and Psychological Dimensions of Aging Embark on a transformative three-day retreat that invites you to embrace the profound journey of aging with grace and wisdom. Join other women as we journey into a deeper identity of and compassion for ourselves as…

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Breathe Life into Prayer: Creative Spiritual Pathways

With Jo Ann Bourquard

June 27, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and ConferenceCenter

Do you have a nagging sense that your prayer life could be more fulfilling? Are you looking for a prayer life that is full of “life?” Perhaps there’s a new way of seeing what you already do as prayer. Revitalize Your Spiritual Connection: Join us for an immersive, transformative workshop designed…

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Nature’s Wisdom: A Spiritual Experience of Nature

With Colleen Mollica

July 14, 2025

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 Center for three…

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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Fr. Michael Broderick

August 1 - 7, 2025

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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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Nancy Sheridan, SASV

August 1 - 7, 2025

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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Nature’s Wisom: A Spiritual Experience of Nature

With Colleen Mollica

August 11, 2025

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 Center for three…

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Unleash Your Inner Guide: Mastering the Art of Retreat and Workshop Facilitation

With Betty Hill Crowson

August 14 - 18, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey and unlock your potential as a retreat director or workshop facilitator? Join Betty Hill Crowson, a seasoned author and retreat director with nearly three decades of experience, for an immersive four-night retreat that will equip you with the essential "tools of…

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Guided BioSpiritual Focusing Weeklong Retreat

With Donna O'Connor and Mike Smoolca

August 14 - 19, 2025

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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Divine Radiance in Human Evolution – A Virtual Retreat

With Diarmuid O'Murchu, MSC

August 22 - 24, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Discover the inspiring story of how divine grace has been silently weaving through humanity's epic journey, and unlock the transformative wisdom that can revolutionize your understanding of spirituality and purpose. In this impactful virtual retreat, renowned social psychologist Diarmuid O'Murchu invites you on an extraordinary exploration of "Divine Radiance in…

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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 4-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With MaryAnne Davey

August 24 - 28, 2025

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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Nurturing Your Spirit: A 4-Day Silent Directed Retreat

With Alice Poltorick

August 24 - 28, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life & 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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Praying with Hearts and Hands: Prayer Shawl Ministry

With Connie Bartelson, Janet Young and Jayne Romanek

October 3 - 5, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Center

Wrap yourself in a tapestry of compassion and divine love, where every stitch carries a heartfelt prayer and every thread weaves comfort for those walking through life's most challenging journeys. Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering as we come together to knit and crochet with purpose. This unique…

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Kneading Faith: A Bread-Making Bake and Pray Retreat for the Soul

With Kendall Vanderslice

October 3 - 5, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

Ever wondered what's in it for you when you knead dough? Discover the unexpected spiritual nourishment hidden in the art of bread-making at the Bake and Pray retreat with Kendall Vanderslice. This transformative weekend blends the science of baking with the depth of theological reflection, offering a unique opportunity to…

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Fostering Healing: A Journey to Transform Pain into Purpose

With Betty Hill Crowson

October 9 - 14, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

In the tapestry of life, we all carry threads of pain, some visible, others hidden deep within. Betty Hill Crowson's transformative 5-day retreat offers a sanctuary for women to explore these threads, unraveling the complexities of grief and loss. This retreat isn't just about acknowledging pain; it's about transforming it…

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Dreaming the Sacred: Soul-Tending through Dreams

With Liz Walz, MA

October 17 - 19, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Dreams whisper divine secrets, beckoning us to listen—will you heed their call? Without a vision, the people perish. Proverbs 29:18 In Biblical scripture, for people to receive dreams and visions is common. In fact, the absence of dreams or visions is sorely noted. Life in modernity tells a different story;…

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What’s Old is New Again: Create Your Own Upcycled Journal

With Kat Kirby

October 22, 2025

Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center

Unleash your inner bookbinder! Transform forgotten books into unique journals bursting with character, personalized treasures ready to capture your stories. Let’s create new journals from old books! (Or even new books). Using a hard-covered book, you will learn how to successfully deconstruct it by removing the text block. We will…

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Restoring Sacred Conversation with Earth

With Victoria Loorz

October 31 - November 2, 2025

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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Mindful Transitions: A Contemplative Year End Retreat

With Joseph Krans, OFS

December 30, 2025 - January 2, 2026

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 2025 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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