Pictures from the 2011 Be Still Christian Meditation Retreat. Click on picture to see more photos.
2nd Annual…BE STILL: Christian Meditation Retreat!
4 Days, 3 Nights
July 12-15, 2012
McCloud, California (Mt. Shasta Area)
- Do you battle with worry, anxiety, or other toxic emotions?
- Are negative, compulsive, or destructive thoughts stealing your peace of mind?
- Do you desire to spend more quality time with God but can’t relax enough to do so?
- Are you so busy “doing” for God that you have forgotten how to just “be” in Jesus?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you don’t want to miss The Art of Christian Meditation Retreat!
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This is no ordinary retreat! Whether you are a single, couple, minister, pastor, or seasoned Christian, this retreat is for you? So many of God’s people believe that a genuine relationship with God is comprised of more service. But God told Moses that continual service and works will wear you out quickly. Mose’s true strength, wisdom, and inspiration came from the time he spent alone with God.
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Come and get refreshed in God and learn how meditating on Christ and the Scriptures will deepen your relationship with God, help you let go of stress, grow spiritually, and maintain your peace of mind even during times of crisis.
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The BE STILL Christian Meditation Retreat is going to teach you the life-changing practice of Christ-centered meditation, a spiritual practice that many Christians have never done before, but that is encouraged throughout the scripture.
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Joshua 1:8 tells believers that it is through meditating on Christ that we gain true success in life. Yet not the success of the world, the success of a loving, joyful, and thriving relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Facilitator Rhonda Jones
Christian Meditation Author, Rhonda Jones, will instruct and mentor attendees in the practice of Scripture Meditation and other spiritual disciplines that promote peace, joy, and intimacy with God. Rhonda Jones is author of 23 Christ-centered meditation CDs and believes that true transformation and a geniune relationship with God begins when we can learn to “be still” and connect with God in spirit and truth. Rhonda, a former Praisemoves instructor, will complete 200 hours of yoga training and become certified as a RYT in May 2012. She also has future plans to complete the Yahweh Yoga Teaching Training for certified yoga teachers in 2012. Rhonda combines yoga with the scriptures and Biblical principles along with Christian meditation to promote strength, flexibility, peace of mind, and greater intimacy with God. Please sign up on the mailing list to learn about future classes in the Sacramento, Oakland, and East Bay areas.Learn more about Christian Meditation at her website http://www.thechristianmeditator.com.
This Retreat will Change Your Life Forever!
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Retreat Location: McCloud, Califonria
3 1/2 hours north of Sacramento
1 hour north of Redding
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Tentative Retreat Schedule:
Thursday Evening
Christ-centered yoga daily (8/2011)
Friday
7:30 Christian Yoga (45 minutes) 8:30 Breakfast (Provided) 9:30 Workshop: Scripture Meditation 11:30 Break* 1:00 Lunch (On Your Own) 2:30 Meditation Walk and Quiet Time with God at the base of Mt. Shasta 3:30 Break* 5:30 Dinner (Provided) 7:00 Evening Program: The Battle of Every Believer: Gaining Control of Your Mind
Hiking, Meditation, and Lunch at the Waterfalls
Saturday
7:30 Christian Yoga (45 minutes) 8:30 Breakfast (Provided) 9:30 Workshop: Essentials of Christian Meditation 11:00 Break 11:30 Easy Hike to McCloud Waterfalls 1:00 Gourmet Picnic Lunch (Provided) 3:00 Group Meditation Practice 5:30 Dinner (On Your Own) 7:00 Evening Program: Creating a Daily Hour of Power 8:30 Candlelight Christian Yoga followed by Soaking in God’s SpiritSunday
7:30 Christian Yoga 8:30 Breakfast (Provided) 9:30 Workshop: Working Through Spiritual Blocks 12:00 Check Out/ Retreat Ends4 Days, 3 Nights
Accomodations:
McCloud Mercantile Hotel
The McCloud River Mercantile Hotel is in an historic setting surrounded by the beauty of tall pines and the grandeur of Mount Shasta. Many of the rooms include king size beds, feather down comforters, whirlpool or claw foot tubs, and exquisite historical designs. The rooms offer breathtaking views of Mt. Shasta as well as views of the quaint architecture of the surrounding historic buildings. Below are a few of the room photos.
G’s G’s Attic
The Railroad Room
Retreat Costs: $425 – $525.00
Double Occupany (Sharing Queen or King bed)
Triple / Quaduple Occupany
$525.00 PP/ Double Occupancy - (Double occupancy is available for those SHARING a Queen Size bed only. Can be for couple or two friends. )
$ 425 PP/ Triple or Quadruple Occupancy - (Single persons or friends who want to be matched with 2-3 room mates) All rooms will accommodate 3 people and several rooms 4 people. The rooms are very large and may include king, queen, twin, or roll in bed. We will assign beds by registration dates, meaning, those who sign up early will get larger beds. These rooms will NOT be co-ed.
What’s Included:
- Breakfast
- Workshop Materials and Classes are Included
- 2 Lunches (2) and 1 Dinners are not included in retreat price. Lite Friday Dinner Buffet and Gourmet Picnic Lunch on Saturday is included. We will eat as a group at several restaurants that are very reasonably priced. Expect to spend about $10 per meal at the White Mountain Fountain and/or Mountain Star Café for lunch.
- Scripture Meditation Instructional CD
Optional Free Time Activities:
- Spa Treatments
- Site Seeing (we are in a very beautiful location)
- Exploring the area
- Quiet Time with God
- Hiking
Transportation Options:
Retreat is 3 hour drive from Sacramento and 1 ½ hour drive north of Redding.
Travel Arrangements: If you are flying in for retreat we encourage you to either fly into Sacramento or Redding and rent a car to the retreat center . I will try to organize ridesharing from Sacramento, but it is not guaranteed. For ridesharing you will be asked to pay driver $50 for roundtrip at time of departure. If riding sharing is not available, be prepared to rent a car from Sacramento or Redding. The ride is very beautiful and goes by very fast.
Rental Cars: Please check rental car options in Sacramento and Redding before booking your flight. You should be able to rent a car right at the airport for very reasonable ($13 per day at some rental locations for a small car).
Amtrak and Greyhound also provides transporation with dropouts about 15-20 minutes from retreat location. Arrangements can be made for pick up to and from the center.
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November 5-12, 2011
- Does your soul thirst and seek after the living God?
- Has it been a while since you spent time just dwelling in God’s presence?
- Do you need to learn how to just “be still” so you can know and experience God on a deeper level?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you don’t want to miss out on the upcoming Secret Place Christian Meditation Retreat in beautiful Costa Rica in November 2011.
Not only will you enjoy the presence of God, but you’ll enjoy it in one of the most beautiful places on earth with other believers who want a deeper connection with the Lord.
During this 8 day and 7 night retreat, you’ll learn through the practice of Christian Meditation how to:
- Release Your Cares and Worries
- Refresh Your Spirit
- Restore Your Peace of Mind
- Reconnect with God
- Rejuvenate Your Walk with Christ
- Live More Consciously and In the Present Moment
- Live with More Balance and Harmony
- Experience Deeper Relationship with Lord
- Enhance Your Spiritual Listening Skills
Facilitator Rhonda Jones
Christian Meditation Author, Rhonda Jones, will instruct and mentor attendees in the practice of Scripture Meditation and other spiritual disciplines that promote peace, joy, and intimacy with God. Jones is the author of 25 Christ-centered meditation and affirmation Cds and former PraiseMoves (Christian Alternative to Yoga) Instructor. Learn more about Christian Meditation at her website http://www.thechristianmeditator.com.
Christian Meditation is a practice used to quiet our minds and become intently focused on one intention- to know God. Christian Meditation ushers us into a state of “Being” and Oneness with Christ. Meditation is when we listen to God. It is when we connect to God in Spirit and in Truth.
Each day will include guided group meditation, workshops, holy yoga, spiritual journaling, meditation walks, meditation art, and spiritual disciplines to deepen your faith and show you how to go within, instead of looking to the external sources for your peace, joy, and contentment. Jesus said, “That the kingdom of God is within you,” and that “You will find me when you search for me with all your heart.”
There will also be plenty of free time to explore the area, take an excursion, and participate in the retreats activities and amenities.
A Sample Day at the Retreat Will Include:
7:00 a.m. Christ-centered Yoga and/or Sacred Movements (Christ-centered Tai Chi)
8:00 a.m. Organic Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Group Meditation 9:30 a.m. Workshop 12:00 p.m. Organic Lunch 1:00 p.m. Group Meditation 1:30 p.m. Workshop 3:00 p.m. Free-time 6:00 p.m. Organic Dinner 7:00 p.m. Group Meditation 7:30 p.m. Workshop 9:00 p.m. Free-time Excursions: We will also schedule several excursions and the schedule will change to accommodate these trips.
Workshops Include:
- Christian Meditation
- Scripture Meditation Instruction
- Meditation Art
- Mantra and Meditation Walk
- Spiritual Discipline Makeover
- Memorizing Scripture
- Spiritual Journaling
- Spiritual Reading
Retreat Price Includes:
- Accommodations for 7 nights
- 3 delicious gourmet meals per day
- All Christian Meditation, Holy Yoga, and Workshops
- Airport Shuttle to the Retreat Center
- Two excursions
Retreat price does not include airfare, gratuity, or cost for additional excursions). ( Please visit www.cheaptickets.com, www.kayaking.com, or www. travelocity.com for air travel rates.
Location: PuraVida Resort in Costa Rica
About PuraVida:
When booking flights to Pura Vida Spa, you will want to fly into the San Jose International Airport (SJO). Pura Vida Spa is a private, gated, 8-acre mountainside estate in Costa Rica’s Alajuela province. It is only 20 minutes northwest of the SJO International Airport and 45 minutes from downtown San Jose. Located at almost 5,000 feet above sea-level, the year round temperatures at Pura Vida range from 70 to 80 degrees during the day with mild nights in the high 50s to low 60s. May through November is the Green Season in Costa Rica. The resort has a mountainside Jacuzzi, a swimming pool, an honor bar, a gift shop featuring authentic Costa Rican fares, and laundry service . All accommodations at Pura Vida have electricity (including tentalows). Visit PuraVida Website.
Choose From the Following Accomodations: (Choose from double or single occupancy)
Deluxe Vista: The larger of the deluxe rooms offering a duplex or apartment style design well suited for reservations requesting 2 twin beds. They each have a private balcony with stunning views, private bath and coffee maker.
Standard: The Standard Rooms are comfortable, colorful and cozy surrounded by lush gardens. They come equipped with coffee makers and the shared bathrooms are only a few seconds away. This room can have either 1 King or 2 Twins.
Tent-a-lows: Combine the adventure and feel of the outdoors with the amenities of a room. These 12 ‘ x 12 ‘ x 12 ‘ luxury tents have carpeted floors, very comfortable beds (the same as in our other accommodations), electricity, space for your clothes and plenty of fresh mountain air. The shared bathrooms are set in lush gardens, are very attractive, and are conveniently located nearby. 1 King or 2 Twins.
Need a room-mate? Don’t worry, we will match you with another solo meditator from the group.
Spa Amenities Available
The retreat center offers an array of enticing spa treatments for therapeutic to relaxation that you can schedule during free-times. They also have a swimming pool and hot tub.
Included Group Excursions Scheduled:
La Paz Waterfalls Garden – (Half-day trip)
Canopy Adventure – (Half-day trip)
RETREAT PRICING: (Pricing does not include Airfare, Gratuity, or Additional Excursions) Please visit www.cheaptickets.com, www.kayaking.com, or www. travelocity.com for air travel rates.
SUPER EARLY BIRD BONUS: All SUPER EARLY BIRD RETREATERS will get a FREE One-Year Membership to The Christian Meditator, that includes over 60 downloadable Christian meditation and affirmation recordings. This membership currently sales for $125.00 on the websites http://www.thechristianmeditator.com. Must register by January 31, 2011.
This retreat has been post-poned. Please sign up on mailing list for future dates.
Are You In Need of Spiritual Refreshing in Christ?
The Secret Place Christian Meditation & Yoga Day Retreat
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” –Psalms 91
Saturday, September 25, 2010
9.a.m.- 3p.m.
Location:
Grass Valley Alta Sierra Biblical Gardens
(45 minute drive from Sacramento, leaving at 8 a.m. from Sacramento)
Come and experience the presence of God amidst the beauty of a lush green forest, cascading water falls, blossoms that blanket the landscape, and aging oaks and soaring pine trees all reflecting peace and nature of God’s creation. This one day will retreat is just what you need to:
- Release Your Cares and Worries
- Refresh Your Spirit
- Restore Your Peace of Mind
- Reconnect with God
- Rejuvenate Your Walk with Christ
Enjoy a day of Christ-centered group meditation, quiet time and contemplation with God, Christian Yoga, & spiritual journaling. Please bring a sack lunch, journal, pen, and Bible. Water and healthy snacks provided.
Maximum enrollment: 15 people
Instructor: Rhonda Jones
Cost: $25.00
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