Refresh ~ Recharge ~ Renew

Life pulls us in many directions! When was the last time you were able to truly slow down and connect with Source? With your community? With your own divine nature? Join us on the first weekend of October for a deep dive into sacred community.  Retreat facilitator Joan Horgan and our retreat team have planned a schedule designed with time to refresh, recharge and renew our spirits!

WHAT TO EXPECT

Dominican Retreat & Conference Center is located on ten beautiful landscaped acres, just off Route 7 in Schenectady. Spacious grounds and open courtyard border 45 private rooms. A large dining room, library and meeting room are complemented by one of the most beautiful chapels in the area (with murals painted by Tomie DePaola – artist and author/ illustrator of over 200 books!) The entire center is wheelchair accessible, and for the health of those with sensitivities, this is a scent-free facility.

Check in time begins at 4 pm, Friday, October 2. Dinner is served at 6pm, and programming begins at 7:30 on Friday. We will end at approximately 7 pm on Saturday, October 3, following dinner.
All meals, as well as snacks and beverages, will be provided.
To cut down on waste, consider bringing a reusable water bottle

Brief Overview of Schedule (subject to change/modification)

• We gather for dinner at 6 pm on Friday.
• Our opening session with retreat facilitator Joan Horgan will run from about 7:30-9:30 pm.
• On Saturday morning there will be optional movement/meditation practices available before breakfast, which is served between 8-9 am.
• Our full day offers inspirational sessions with space also allotted for connection, quiet reflection, being in nature, and creativity.
• After our closing circle, you’ll have time to pack up prior to dinner at 6 before we depart.

Please note this additional information:
Alcohol, drugs, fireworks and firearms are not permitted on the grounds. Smoking and open flames, such as candles and incense are not allowed inside of any building. Pets, other than service animals, are not allowed on the grounds. There is ample parking available.

MEALS

Dinner Friday;  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Saturday
Dietary preferences and restrictions may be noted on the Registration form.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Overnight accommodations at the Dominican Retreat Center are available for up to 45 people and are in comfortable, pleasant, private rooms, each with a twin bed, chair and sink. Restrooms and showers are conveniently located.

A Commuter Option is also available, though onsite accommodation is encouraged for an optimal retreat experience.

REGISTRATION

Please print, fill out and mail in our Registration Form with your payment, or obtain a form at the church and hand in with payment.

PAYMENT OPTIONS/ per person:
Please note any of these options can be paid with check, cash, credit card (via Paypal), with Paypal or Venmo

• $250/Sacred Sustainer: Fee includes supporting the scholarship fund and/or Unity
• $155/Sacred Sufficiency: Fee covers the actual cost of your attendance
• $100/Commuter fee: For those NOT staying overnight on site. Includes all meals.

Scholarships
For confidential requests for a scholarship, or to further donate toward scholarships, contact Rev Brigid at revbrigid@unityalbany.org /838-217-9058