Eco-Spirituality Weekend at Cranaleith Spiritual Center

We come to winter’s edge on the cusp of spring…this is an invitation to take time to savor the barrenness of the landscape; to see nature in all its beauty; to step away and go deeper in your own thoughts. Come find God in nature, music or the written word. Do as much or as little as you want.

This is also a time to prepare for spring with seed starting and garden planning. Take home our heirloom seeds for your garden. Work in our high tunnel (weather permitting) and learn about local foods and resources. Learn to prepare a plant-based meal and break bread together. Create a wellness plan for yourself and for the Earth. There will be times of quiet as well as gathering around the fire and sharing.

About Leslie Porreca, RSM
Leslie Porreca, RSM, MSS, LCSW, is head of Cranaleith’s earth keeping, sustainability and permaculture activities, including management of the garden and kitchen. She is a former co-director at Mercy Farm at Lumen Christi, Vermont. Leslie is assisted by a committee of volunteer advisors and a dedicated cadre of program volunteers.

Schedule

Friday, March, 2, 2018, 7:00 p.m.
ARRIVAL (7:00 p.m.)
Short Gathering and Weekend Overview
Casual Reception

Saturday, March 3, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
BREAKFAST (8:30 p.m.)
Morning Reflection
Activity of Choice
Bread Making Demonstration
Garden Planning and Heirloom Seeds
LUNCH (Noon)
Activity of Choice
Gardening
Labyrinth Walk
Quite Time
Plant-Based Cooking Class
DINNER (6 p.m.)
Evening Reflection and Sharing

Sunday, March 4, 2018, 8:30 a.m.
BREAKFAST
Wrap Up Reflection
DEPARTURE (Noon)

(Schedule is subject to change based on retreat size and weather conditions)