Contemplation in Community

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Contemplative practices that nourish relationship — with self, others, the natural world, and the sacred mystery all around us.

What is GilChrist Retreat Center?

Located on 67 acres of forest and rolling prairies in rural Three Rivers, Michigan, GilChrist fosters contemplation in community through solo and group retreats. This means creating the conditions that nourish relationships — with self, others, the natural world, and your sense of the sacred. We hold space for the interplay of inner and outer work that moves society toward shared flourishing.

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May
23
Self-Guided Retreat Weekend at GilChrist
Come to GilChrist for a self-guided retreat! We reserve at least one weekend per month for individual guests to experience unstructured retreats in our fully equipped cabins.
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Jun
13
Resilience For Transformative Action: Exploring Stoic Virtues and Social Justice
This retreat will examine Stoic philosophy and practice to explore the relationship between the four Stoic virtues, personal resilience, and transformative action for social justice.
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Jun
28
Letting Go: Embracing the Freedom of Surrendering Control
You are invited to a unique and transformative retreat designed to help you release the grip of control and embrace the freedom that comes with surrender.
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Plan a Solo Retreat

Plan a Solo Retreat

Self-guided solo retreats provide an opportunity to rest, reflect, and reconnect yourself with what you need to support the work of your daily life. Guests visit GilChrist on their own to write, to grieve, to contemplate decisions, to pray or meditate, or even just to sleep!

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Host Your Group at GilChrist

Contemplation in community offers the chance to balance solitude with connection to others around a shared practice, experience, or learning opportunity. GilChrist is uniquely designed to support this balance for small groups, with private accommodations, various gathering areas, and spacious outdoor landscapes.

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