Whether it’s the seasonal change to shorter days, or grief of any kind, we know that our faith traditions often provide a source of comfort and guidance through dark times in our lives.

NOTE: For November, Soulful Art will be on the 3rd Wednesday, due to Thanksgiving the following week.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

Join us on the THIRD Wednesday of each month, as we welcome Patsy to lead us in harp meditation and prayer at noon.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

Jackie Linden Schade, pastor, spiritual director and trained ISM facilitator joins Fran Shelton, author, pastor and spiritual director, bring InterSpiritual Meditation back to Retreat House this fall. We had a fabulous turnout in October and look forward to even more people joining us in November.

ISM brings ancient teachings to modern day, allowing individuals space for personal practice.
Open to all. There is no cost to participate, though we do suggest a donation which can be made when you attend; your generosity allows us to continue offering programs like these.

We will gather in person at Retreat House, 2nd Sunday of each month, 5-7 p.m.

Our next gathering is Sunday, November 10. Questions or RSVP here.

Have you been wondering what it feels like to be a published author? Have you wondered how to tap into your own writing super powers? Do you have something you’ve written that you’d like to share in a special supportive and beautiful community of writers just like you? Join us for this month’s Writer’s Gathering. We are starting to prepare for our November 22 due date for submissions to House of Wonder, our next book. We’d love you to be part of it!

We all have a story to share. As writers of stories, we enjoy sharing our journeys, thoughts, ideas, struggles, and “aha"s. Writers often compose in solitude but get energy, inspiration, and insight when we meet in community with other writers. In this special gathering, we have the opportunity to discuss what we are writing, why we are writing, where our hopes and struggles are, and who we are when we write. No experience is necessary to join us. This Writers’ Gathering is for all writers in all genres - beginner, novice, experienced. It is not the intent of this gathering to offer criticism but a holy space of giving and receiving. Contact Gretchen Martens, our facilitator, for more information.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

At noon on the first Wednesday of the month, Judy Annis brings flutes and an assortment of other beautiful instruments to Retreat House. Together we share special time in prayerful meditation, with poetry, other writings, and music that accompanies the contemplative themes of the day. After, we join together for Souper Soul lunch. No cost.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

We love expressing ourselves through artistic creativity - even those of us who don’t consider ourselves “artists.” As the name of our art studio expresses, it’s all about The Artist Within. That’s why people love our Soulful Art monthly gathering. Join us as we play, pray and create together.

Join us Wednesday, October 23, right after Souper Soul lunch. We will make art together with guided facilitation, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.

This month, we will be guided by our RH Intern, Sandy Centeno, as she teaches us the art of creating festive flowers out of crepe and tissue paper. Imagine the beauty of your own upcoming holiday seasons - being adorned with handmade flowers. As we create together, we will take time to contemplate how this practice of creation can be linked to honoring our ancestors. We will be contributing a group-created garland to the beautiful Dia de las Muertas display at Retreat House. Stop by to see this beautiful display. And if you can be with us to create together, join us Wednesday after lunch. We suggest a $10 donation, which helps offset our supply cost. RSVP here.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

This month’s theme is focused on how different faiths and cultures observe and celebrate the new year.
We are excited to welcome Anisa Adem, who will be preparing a traditional Ethiopian lunch for all of us.

Join us at Noon on Thursday Oct. 17, for our monthly interfaith conversation and lunch.. Complimentary lunch will be served - an Ethiopian lunch that is gluten free and vegan. Bring your open hearts, inquisitive minds and your own New Year Celebration stories to share.
Questions? Want to RSVP? Click here.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30, immediately after our in-person harp meditation time at noon. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

Join us on the THIRD Wednesday of each month, as we welcome Patsy to lead us in harp meditation and prayer at noon.

Jackie Linden Schade, pastor, spiritual director and trained ISM facilitator joins Fran Shelton, author, pastor and spiritual director, as they bring InterSpiritual Meditation back to Retreat House this fall. You won’t want to miss our first gathering, October 13, 5-7 p.m. at Retreat House.

ISM brings ancient teachings to modern day, allowing individuals space for personal practice.
Open to all. There is no cost to participate, though we do suggest a donation which can be made when you attend; your generosity allows us to continue offering programs like these.

We will gather in person at Retreat House, 2nd Sunday of each month, 5-7 p.m.

Our first gathering is Sunday, October 13. Questions or RSVP here.

Have you been wondering what it feels like to be a published author? Have you wondered how to tap into your own writing super powers? Do you have something you’ve written that you’d like to share in a special supportive and beautiful community of writers just like you? Join us for this month’s Writer’s Gathering. We are starting to prepare for our November 22 due date for submissions to House of Wonder, our next book. We’d love you to be part of it!

We all have a story to share. As writers of stories, we enjoy sharing our journeys, thoughts, ideas, struggles, and “aha"s. Writers often compose in solitude but get energy, inspiration, and insight when we meet in community with other writers. In this special gathering, we have the opportunity to discuss what we are writing, why we are writing, where our hopes and struggles are, and who we are when we write. No experience is necessary to join us. This Writers’ Gathering is for all writers in all genres - beginner, novice, experienced. It is not the intent of this gathering to offer criticism but a holy space of giving and receiving. Contact Gretchen Martens, our facilitator, for more information.

Join us for a festive lunch and celebration as we acknowledge our first seven years in this community, touching lives and making a difference - for ourselves and others. Our RH leadership will be hosting a lunch and cake in honor of our birthday month - and we’ll freshen up the gardens too. RSVP here.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30 - this is a great opportunity to share time in community, talk with RH board members, and enjoy some special time together. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30, immediately after our in-person flute meditation time at noon. Open to all.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

At noon on the first Wednesday of the month, Judy Annis brings flutes and an assortment of other beautiful instruments to Retreat House. Together we share special time in prayerful meditation and music that accompanies the contemplative themes of the day. After, we join together for Souper Soul lunch. No cost.

You are invited to join our RH Intern, Sandy Centeno, on October 2 and 16, as she facilitates two mornings of joyful creativity with participants. This transformative experience will explore the beauty of creativity and connection through El Árbol de Vida., the Tree of Life.

Come and immerse yourself in two mornings of creativity, connection, and self-discovery. Let’s celebrate the beauty of life together!

Open to all - no artistic experience is necessary.

What to Bring: Just your open heart and enthusiasm—all materials will be provided.

Space is limited to six participants. Hurry and RSVP HERE for this 2-morning experience.
A donation to Retreat House will be appreciated to help offset costs for this program.

Retreat House is a proud partner with Compassionate DFW and we invite you to join us for this year’s conference which will be held at UTD. Registration isn’t open yet, but click this link for more information

We love expressing ourselves through artistic creativity - even those of us who don’t consider ourselves “artists.” As the name of our art studio expresses, it’s all about The Artist Within. That’s why people love our Soulful Art monthly gathering. Join us this month for a very special program, facilitated by Sandy Hammond.

Join us Wednesday, September 25, right after Souper Soul lunch. Sandy Hammond will teach us how to make pocket-sized journals. We’ll have all the materials ready for you to create your very own journal to fill with your own meditations, prayers, poems or color.

SPACE IS LIMITED FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROGRAM. RSVP HERE.in advance to reserve your space.
Donation of $10 requested for supplies. You can pay when you’re here.

Join us Wednesday for soup at 12:30. We will then offer Soulful Art, a special class facilitated by Sandy Hammond, on journal-creating. Space is limited for the art class, so don’t forget to register. There’s always space for you at Souper Soul lunch.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

This month’s Common Ground falls on North Texas Giving Day. Join us for lunch and conversation about generosity. We all have different traditions and stories about the heartfelt spirit of giving and receiving.

Make Retreat House a priority in this year’s North Texas Giving Day. With a matching gift, we have the potential to make an even greater impact in the lives of people we serve in our Retreat House community.

This week: Join us at noon for an in-person harp meditation opportunity as we welcome back Patsy who will move us with her beautiful harp playing. After harp, we’ll have lunch and conversation together.

Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 for soup and friendly conversations. There is no charge for this weekly gathering. If you would like to volunteer to make soup for an upcoming week, please contact Morgan here. Donations can be made in person to help defray the cost of ingredients.

Join us on the THIRD Wednesday of each month, as we welcome Patsy to lead us in harp meditation and prayer at noon.

Our September 18 Stillness Retreat will be a beautiful time to gather as together, and individually we prepare for approaching Autumn. In addition to writing, reading, creating and being, we will have the special opportunity to welcome back Patsy as she leads a prayerful time playing harp. Lunch is also included. For more information, contact Karen or click here to register..