Retreats
"THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
My mind thanks you! My body thanks you!  My spirit thanks you!  What an amazing retreat! Thank you for bringing forth
the courage, wisdom, leadership, and intent that allowed all the beautiful goddesses to experience such incredible richness and transformation!"
~ Bonnie



"The retreat was everything I wanted it to be and more!  You provided us with a wonderful experience from start to finish...  I enjoyed it immensely."
~Joy


"A quick note to say a huge thank you for the retreat weekend.  It was so wonderful!  You are a gift...  I appreciate so much your infectious joy, your deep commitment to women, your gentle coaxing..  You are truly a loving presence and I thank you for all of these things."
~Pat



"Just what I needed at this point in my life.  It was the
perfect balance
of structured, meaningful group sessions with plenty of free time.  I particularly appreciated your respectfulness towards all group members as well as your willingness to go with the flow of group dynamics and dance with the spirit."
~Marilyn



"Mary's prayerfully chosen program brought three days of renewal."



"I want to thank you for the incredible experience of last weekend.  It was truly magical, and I am not the same person I was when the retreat started. You are truly gifted.. With creativity, talent, and integrity you led us all to new places and insights.  God bless you
and this work which is helping to illuminate our world."
~Debra


Fall into Gratitude

@ Grand Superior Lodge
on Lake Superior 

Sunday - Tuesday

Sept. 12   10:00am -

Sept. 14   6:00pm

spectacular scenery,
                amazing women,                       empowering insights.

Journey into the magnificent wilderness of the North Shore and the beauty of your soul.  We'll hike, explore, sit in awe at waterfalls, engage in rich conversations, bask in a hot tub, and gather in circle on the lakeshore.............with no bugs!

Cost:  $198 retreat

PLUS  Lodging, Food, & shared gas expense

Lodging ~ $140 for 2 nights per person /shared room

Space is limited to only 12 women, so register now!  




Frequently Asked Questions

Do you 'ruff it' on this retreat?    Absolutely not!  We stay at a luxury resort and venture out to hike into the North Woods during the day.  No need to sacrifice comfort for a soul-touching experience - just being in the energy of the Lake and the Woods revitalizes any soul.

Where will we go on the North Shore?     We will stop at Canal Park  in Duluth and then we will experience being right on the rocky lake shore at Grand Superior  AND  we will venture to  Gooseberry Falls,  Palisade Head, and the Temperance River where we will experience meaningful activities that inspire us and deepen our feeling of gratitude.

Is this retreat fun?     YES, the healing energy of laughter is always present when women come together to share their stories and their desire to be more than their story!

How do I pay for the retreat; and my lodging, food & shared gas expense?    Register online for the retreat, or send in a check for $198; and then you call the hotel and book your room under the retreat name for the discount.  The additional expenses will be paid directly by you.  Contact Serendipity Circles for details or call Mary Welch at 763.566.6816

This retreat is as powerful as thunderous Gooseberry Falls and as gentle as the waters of Agate Bay.  Join us in circle at the Great Lake and be refreshed, revitalized, and renewed!






Living an Ordinary Sacred Life
embracing the goddess within

This is an experience that will awaken all your senses and provide you with a sacred space to honor the goddess energies within you.  The content is based on reconnecting to the earth, to our bodies, our creativity, our unconscious, and the community of women.

Friday - Sunday
October 29  10:00am 
-
October 31  3:00pm
Afton Embrace Retreat House
Afton, Minnesota   *   Hwy 94 to Manning Road to 40th street
Cost:  $198
Space is limited to 15 women...register now!



This retreat is an opportunity for you to sink into the comfort of being in a circle of women. You will experience a profound sense of honoring and acceptance and the aha insights are delightful and life changing. You get to return to your own bed each evening and on Sunday it's only a 3 hour afternoon session; but you will leave feeling energized and ready to step into the rest of your life as a powerful and wise woman.  I invite you to take the next step on your journey and choose to be part of this renewal of body, mind, and soul.  If you do, you will be honored and welcomed into an amazing circle of women. 


Is this about worshipping goddesses?
No.  This retreat is about embracing the feminine and masculine energies in you that create a balanced and fulfilled life and it's about honoring yourself as a sacred expresion of Spirit.  We simply use the goddess archetypes as a framework to identify the qualities that create an ordinary sacred life.  We have fun conversations, participate in engaging and delightful activities with soul-touching music in the background, and most importantly, we affirm our joy in being women!

Is the discussion about challenging religous institutions or male bashing?
Absolutely not.  I honor your personal, individual journey, and I love men!

Is the workshop fun and fast-paced?
YES! It is full of a variety of activities that are simple and engaging.

What kind of women attend?
All ages ~ as young as 23 and as young as 71.  And women from all religious backgrounds.  All the women have had an open heart and mind and they have all had a wonderful sense of humor!  We have a great time sharing laughter and tears, wise words, and fun stories.


"I am so grateful for the miracle of you, Mary. Your retreat was the push I needed to let go of my past and to move forward in the direction on my dream of pursuing my song writing and singing. Had it not been for you and the wisdom I gained at your retreat I would still be just dreaming. You made me believe in possibilities. In the last 4 months I have written and recorded eleven songs for my first CD which I hope to have available this fall. The Goddess/Spirit in me was AWAKENED, is now AWARE, and so very ALIVE. Thanks Mary!!"  Shari from Fargo

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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