RETREATS IN HAWAII
We will be returning for our fourth Silent Weekend Retreat at Malama i ka Ola in Holualoa for a retreat titled:
HOMESICKNESS OF THE HEART
A Silent Weekend Meditation Retreat
At Malama I ka Ola (Holistic Health Centre), Holualoa Village
Friday, January 23, 2009 (6 to 8:30 p.m.) Saturday, January 24 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Sunday, January 25 (9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)
“When there flowers within our heart a clarity of intention and an unshakable resolve concerning the single most important thing within the unfolding of this precious human life, then awakening to our true nature becomes an immediate and ever present possibility. Christ call this "The One without a Second.” On this retreat we will both look into the question “what is the single most important thing in my life?" and inquire into all that sabotages our hearts deepest longing. The birthing of what the Sufis call this " Homesickness of the Heart" is considered the fruition of the spiritual journey, the triumph of our humanity and the path to wholeness.”
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A weekend non-residential silent retreat for both beginning and experienced meditators. Sitting and walking meditation instructions will be offered along with talks and opportunities for discussion and inquiry together. Gavin will be available for personal meetings over the course of the weekend. Meditation experience is not a pre-requisite. A commitment to fully participate throughout the weekend is required. The retreat is non-denominational and open to those of all spiritual traditions.
Meals will not be provided; however many of us will be eating together in silence at the nearby Holuakoa Café. These meals will be ordered and paid for at registration on Friday afternoon, prior to the beginning of the retreat. We will have menus available. There is also a refrigerator available for food. And sandwiches may be purchased from Paul's Place over the road.
Affordable simple accommodation is available at the moment at the Kona Hotel over the road. Their telephone number: 324-1155.
REGISTRATION:
Retreat fees cover retreat costs only.
The registration retreat fee is $60
"Our humanity is not transcended, but beautified and healed by the revelation of our true essence.
We flower into wholeness.
This is the birthright of all us.
This is what the Sufi master, Rumi, called "Becoming a True Human Being "
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Registration fees paid above the base rate will be applied directly to the scholarship fund so that those who are unable to afford the registration fee can nevertheless attend. These teachings are available to everyone, without exception, always.
To register please send the following:
A check for the full registration made out to: "Cash"
Your telephone number
Your mailing address and email address
Indicate which retreat you are registering for
To the following address:
Gavin Harrison Retreats
P.O. Box 247
Holualoa, HI 96725
Your registration will be confirmed after receiving your check concerning what to bring, the retreat schedule , directions and the suggested donation for Gavin.
For information on where to park, what to bring and directions please see the "meditation groups" , page of this website.
Click here to print copy of retreat flyer
CONTACTS FOR RETREATS
For further information about Retreats (what to bring, food, directions etc.) contact :
Matilda Tompson (885-9206) tompsonp001@hawaii.rr.com
Eliana Sattler (938-4774) elianasattler@hotmail.com
Rose White (329-7770) konarose@juno.com
GIFTS FOR GAVIN
The registration fee covers retreat costs and scholarships only.
Gavin considers the teachings priceless and they are not charged for.
He does gratefully accept gifts at both retreats and sitting groups to help cover his living expenses. Details about The suggested donation will be included with your registration confirmation.
VOLUNTEERING
Without the community volunteering its support the retreats and meditation groups cannot happen. We do need your help. Please volunteer by contacting : retreats@gavinharrison.net.
Retreat registrars are needed for all retreats. (For one day retreats, this position involves an arrival one hour before the retreat begins, and staying on about half an hour after the retreat ends.) Retreat hosts are needed for each retreat. (Full one-day retreats, position involves arriving three quarters of an hour early and staying on about 15 minutes after the retreat ends).
Sitting group hosts are needed to arrive half an hour before the group begins to setup the meditation hall and supervise restoration at the end of the sitting.
If you're able to offer a ride to a Retreat or sitting group or offer accommodation please let us know.
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