Step 11 speaks of improving our conscious contact with our Higher Power, which isn't easy to do if we don't take time and space to intentionally focus on and strengthen that relationship. This retreat will be an opportunity to renew and deepen our commitment to this Relationship and our program by focusing on Step 11 - practicing prayer, meditation, and quiet reflection throughout the weekend.
Mission/Lineage: Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol and drug dependency by providing affordable, effective educational services grounded in the Twelve Step principles of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Environment: Woods
Restrictions: No Alcohol, No Drugs
Start Date: 9/24/2021
End Date: 9/26/2021
Event Length: 3 days
Event Leaders: Sherry Gaugler-Stewart
Training/Lineage: Sherry Gaugler-Stewart, Director of Family & Spiritual Recovery
Sherry has worked with the Family Program at The Retreat since it first started, is a trained Spiritual Director, and a meditation teacher. She has been personally involved in her own recovery journey for over two decades. Sherry has led 11th Step retreats locally and in Bermuda. She is passionate about the topic of meditation and about helping others explore and experience meditation for themselves.
Features
Health / Wellness:
Addiction / Recovery
Meditation:
Meditation
Nature / Wildlife:
Nature (no specific type)
Special Facility Features:
Gardens / Outdoor Space, Library, Meditation Hall
Special Topics:
Recovery / Addiction / 12 Step
Spiritual Studies:
Prayer, Spiritual
Total Number of Rooms:
17
Housing: The McIver Center holds 17 sleeping rooms; 16 are single, private rooms, and one is a double. Each room has a bed, sink, an armoire, a chair, and a bedside table. Restrooms are larger, shared restrooms with private shower stalls. There is a main level sleeping room if someone has trouble with mobility.
The McIver Center also has a main level dining room and large gathering room. There is a library with enough space to hold a small group, as well as a meditation room and an outside patio.
Food: Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
1351 Wayzata Boulevard East
Wayzata, MN 55391
United States
Travel Info: The McIver Center at The Retreat is located in a western suburb of Minneapolis. Travel time from downtown Minneapolis is about 15 minutes, and travel time to the MSP airport is around 35 minutes.
Reservation Criteria: Time: Check-in from 4 – 5:30 PM on Friday, Check-out 1PM on Sunday
Location: The McIver Center at The Retreat, 1351 Wayzata Boulevard East, Wayzata, MN
Fee: $255, which includes lodging, food and materials.
Scholarship funds are available.
Register: Complete the registration form on the flyer listed below, or call Chris or Sherry at 952.476.0566. Space is limited.
Retreat Contact: Chris Nehotte, Family & Spiritual Recovery Coord
Phone: 952.476.0566
Event Website:
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Organization Contact:
The Retreat
1221 Wayzata Boulevard East
Wayzata, MN 55391
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website