Faith and Grief at Gilmont: Finding Hope and Comfort in Your Grief Journey
October 14-16, 2022
A weekend retreat for adults who have experienced the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling or friend.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 (NRSV)
In the splendor of nature and scared places like Gilmont, this weekend retreat includes sacred stories that focus on grief, presentations on the nature and dynamics of grief, small group discussions, and spiritual practices designed to promote comfort.
Faith & Grief workshops and retreats provide time and space to process personal grief in community with others. You may
attend more than one because you may find comfort and helpful insights in each setting. Faith & Grief retreats provide you with a safe venue to wrestle with the dynamics of grief and to experience significant measures of hope and encouragement. Whether you are standing in raw grief, navigating the chaos of grief’s confusion or recovering from a recent ambush of grief, this retreat is designed for you. Plan to experience comfort through scripture, spiritual practices and interaction within a compassionate community of people who “get it”— get the heartache, get the lingering sorrow, get the continual yearning to be with your loved one and get the longing for peace.
Faith & Grief Ministries provides resources for on-going comfort to persons who have experienced the death of a loved one. Learn more about this and all our grief support programs at www.faithandgrief.org.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 (NRSV)
In the splendor of nature and scared places like Gilmont, this weekend retreat includes sacred stories that focus on grief, presentations on the nature and dynamics of grief, small group discussions, and spiritual practices designed to promote comfort.
Faith & Grief workshops and retreats provide time and space to process personal grief in community with others. You may
attend more than one because you may find comfort and helpful insights in each setting. Faith & Grief retreats provide you with a safe venue to wrestle with the dynamics of grief and to experience significant measures of hope and encouragement. Whether you are standing in raw grief, navigating the chaos of grief’s confusion or recovering from a recent ambush of grief, this retreat is designed for you. Plan to experience comfort through scripture, spiritual practices and interaction within a compassionate community of people who “get it”— get the heartache, get the lingering sorrow, get the continual yearning to be with your loved one and get the longing for peace.
Faith & Grief Ministries provides resources for on-going comfort to persons who have experienced the death of a loved one. Learn more about this and all our grief support programs at www.faithandgrief.org.
The retreat will begin Friday, October 14 with registration beginning at 4:00pm. Dinner will be served at 6:00, followed by the first session and fellowship together. The retreat will conclude on Sunday, October 16 following breakfast and a closing session.
Lodge Rooms (Price includes lodging, linens, meals and program)
Single occupancy $375 per person
Double occupancy $325 per person (If you are choosing Double Occupancy this means you are coordinating with your own roommate. Gilmont will not be assigning random roommates.)
Cabin Community Space (Price includes lodging, linens, meals and program)
$300 per person (Up to 6 guests share sleeping space and a rest room. Depending on retreat attendance, cabin guests will be more spread out.)
Full payment is due two weeks prior to the retreat start date.
Reflections from prior workshop participants:
“It gave me a place to share, learn, and help others. It was a safe place to cry, laugh, make a joke or silently sit without fear of judgment. I learned very quickly that if I was going to survive this journey, not of my choosing, I needed to accept all the help God put in front of me.”
“I cannot put my finger on it, but it helped me SO much. I feel like my burden of grief has been lifted and lessened. It was grueling and wonderful. It was actually kind of miraculous!”
Lodge Rooms (Price includes lodging, linens, meals and program)
Single occupancy $375 per person
Double occupancy $325 per person (If you are choosing Double Occupancy this means you are coordinating with your own roommate. Gilmont will not be assigning random roommates.)
Cabin Community Space (Price includes lodging, linens, meals and program)
$300 per person (Up to 6 guests share sleeping space and a rest room. Depending on retreat attendance, cabin guests will be more spread out.)
Full payment is due two weeks prior to the retreat start date.
Reflections from prior workshop participants:
“It gave me a place to share, learn, and help others. It was a safe place to cry, laugh, make a joke or silently sit without fear of judgment. I learned very quickly that if I was going to survive this journey, not of my choosing, I needed to accept all the help God put in front of me.”
“I cannot put my finger on it, but it helped me SO much. I feel like my burden of grief has been lifted and lessened. It was grueling and wonderful. It was actually kind of miraculous!”
Cancellations and Refunds
Full payment is due two weeks prior to the retreat start date.
24 hour grace period: Cancellations occurring within 24 hours of registration are eligible for a full refund of all payments, including the registration deposit.
More than 14 days: Cancellations occurring 14+ days prior to the retreat start date will result in a refund of all payments except the $40 non-refundable registration deposit.
Less than 13 Days: Cancellations occurring within 10 days prior to the retreat start date will result in forfeiture of the entire tuition including the $40 non-refundable registration deposit. You will be given the option to apply all payments to a future retreat in the same calendar year.
Retreat Cancellation: If Camp Gilmont is unable to host the retreat due to increased concerns or restrictions related to COVID-19, all payments, other than the $40 registration deposit, will be refunded in full.
Full payment is due two weeks prior to the retreat start date.
24 hour grace period: Cancellations occurring within 24 hours of registration are eligible for a full refund of all payments, including the registration deposit.
More than 14 days: Cancellations occurring 14+ days prior to the retreat start date will result in a refund of all payments except the $40 non-refundable registration deposit.
Less than 13 Days: Cancellations occurring within 10 days prior to the retreat start date will result in forfeiture of the entire tuition including the $40 non-refundable registration deposit. You will be given the option to apply all payments to a future retreat in the same calendar year.
Retreat Cancellation: If Camp Gilmont is unable to host the retreat due to increased concerns or restrictions related to COVID-19, all payments, other than the $40 registration deposit, will be refunded in full.
