Spirit of Iona
Starting each week from 6 July
Spirit of Iona is designed to speak to the hearts of diverse spiritual explorers, offering a tapestry of experiences that invite deep engagement with the sacred, the self, and the community. It is an invitation to step into a week of transformation, surrounded by the ancient beauty and wisdom of Iona, where each moment is an opportunity for spiritual awakening and profound connection.
This retreat at Traigh Bhan on the Isle of Iona promises a transformative journey that invites you to immerse yourself in the profound serenity and spiritual vibrancy of this sacred place, and be held in love, light and connection within a small group of like-minded people. The experience, created with care and attunement, weaves the Findhorn Foundation’s core practices of inner listening, co-creation with nature and love in action into every day.
Every week this summer from Saturday 6 July
What to expect…
Within the span of a week, from Saturday to Friday, you will embark on a journey which invites you to go deeper into your connection with yourself, the natural world and your small group at Traigh Bhan. The retreat allows you to experience the essence of communal living through shared meals, meditation, gardening, beach walks, and engaging in the sacred traditions of the island.
Daily Structure
Our mornings will start with meditations, grounding us in peace and mindfulness. This sets the tone for a day which allows space for personal introspection and communal experiences.
In the daytime we will offer group sessions and allow space for personal time for your individual explorations and co-creation with nature. There will be opportunities to engage with the island’s energy through walks, gardening, and beach visits, nurturing a deep bond between you and this sacred land.
In the evenings our group will come together to share meals, followed by the opportunity to join sessions which may offer space for discussions, to watch documentaries, or for spiritual practices such as drumming or fire ceremonies to integrate the day's experiences and insights.
Core Experiences
Connection with Nature: You will be encouraged to listen deeply to the earth and to engage with its rhythms and wisdom through walking the stunning white beaches of Iona, visiting the sacred sites of the island and tending Traigh Bhan’s beautiful garden.
Spiritual Practices: Daily meditations, group sharings, and the unique 'Light of Iona' attunement ceremony offer paths to inner stillness and a deeper understanding of your spiritual journey, as part of communally experienced spirituality.
Community Living: Emphasising the Findhorn Foundation’s core practices, the retreat allows you to live consciously in community with others by sharing meals, looking after the house, the gardens and each other and sharing about your experiences.
Cultural Immersion: Engaging with the island community through meditation, local events, and exploring sacred sites allows for a rich cultural exchange and a fuller understanding of Iona’s spiritual heritage.
We hope you will leave the retreat with…
Renewed Spiritual Insight:
a deeper understanding of your spiritual journey
an experience of our core practices that you will be able to integrate into your daily life at home
the knowledge that you can always tap back into your experience of love, light and community
Enhanced Connection:
a closer connection with yourself, nature and the elemental energies of Iona
a sense of unity with fellow participants and the island community
Personal Growth:
a more mindful approach to life
an understanding how to create your own meaningful spiritual experiences
a knowing how you can share about your spiritual experiences with others
Every week this summer from Saturday 6 July