W.I.S.E. 2010
Women's Interfaith Spritual Encounter
Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls
June 25 - 27
Rolling RidgeConferenceCenter
North Andover, MA
WISE creates a vision of spirituality, collaboration, social activism and soul-nourishment that transcends religious boundaries.
About the Weekend
The 6th annual Women’s Interfaith Spiritual Encounter (WISE) will take place this year at the Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in North Andover, the weekend of June 25- 27, 2010. The theme of this year’s conference is :
“Earth, Air, Fire, Water:
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls”
Our Keynote Speaker is Linda Weltner, noted humorist, lecturer, author, playwright, activist and former columnist for the Boston Globe. Her article "The Journey of Spirituality" won the Gold Award from National Mature Media Awards for best feature, she was named Best Columnist by the New England Women's Press. Linda has made many TV appearances, including “The Good Day Show” and "Chronicle”, and is the author of several books and plays. Linda will share her thoughts about women's journeys to develop their passion, find their voice, and to work for change in a way that recognizes the interconnectedness of all things on earth.
Linda Weltner
The weekend includes workshops, creative arts, yoga, meditation, and an opportunity to connect with women from all spiritual paths on a variety of spiritual, social, and environmental issues. Weekend activities are geared towards:
- Creative Expression
- The Healing Power of Nature
- Time and Space to Reflect
- Celebrating the Divinity Within Women
- Exploring Opportunities for Inspired Action
Program Costs
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION- Send a deposit by April 15th and save $50 !!!
| RATES |
EARLY BIRD |
REGULAR |
| (includes Friday dinner, Saturday 3 meals, Sunday breakfast and lunch) |
Rates BEFORE April 30th
|
Rates AFTER April 30th
|
| Private Room (Very few - may not be available |
$345 |
$395 |
| Double Room |
$320 |
$370 |
| Three plus to a room |
$295 |
$345 |
| Commuter (all meals included) |
$225 |
$275 |
Weekend Overview
~Click on the workshops tab for more details~
Friday Evening
- Afternoon workshop
- Opening Circle
- Dinner
- Keynote Speaker
Saturday
- Morning Yoga / Meditation
- Breakfast
- Workshops
- Lunch
- Workshops
- Play time
- Dinner
- Evening Concert
Sunday
- Morning Yoga / Meditation
- Breakfast
- Interfaith Service
- Performance
- Lunch
- Closing Circle
“I have come away from each WISE weekend feeling renewed in body, mind, and spirit. Listening to amazing, creative women speaking from their hearts about their experiences is inspiring. As one who feels called to promote peace and social justice, I need WISE to renew my faith, hope and creative energy.”
~ Barbara Hildt, Amesbury, MA
About WISE
WISE started seven years ago as the brainchild of Anna Smulowtiz, who was studying at CHIME, the Interfaith Chaplaincy Institute of Maine, to become an interfaith minister. Anna says, “I wanted to bring together a group of like-minded women from the community, to create a vision of spirituality, collaboration, and social activism that crossed religious boundaries, while at the same time, taking the time to nurture ourselves and have fun!”
WISE has since evolved into a grassroots nonprofit community endeavor, with a volunteer planning committee and co-chairs that rotate every year. This year’s Planning Committee members are:
WISE 2010 Director
Sherry Bonder
WISE 2010 Planning Committee Members:
Janice Anderson
Carol Ballantyne
Barbara Hopkinson
Julie McConchie
Kathleen Miller
Nelda Quigley
Joanne Rowley
Anna Smulowitz
Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls
W.I.S.E. 2010
Women's Interfaith Spritual Encounter
Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls
June 25 - 27
Rolling RidgeConferenceCenter
North Andover, MA
WISE creates a vision of spirituality, collaboration, social activism and soul-nourishment that transcends religious boundaries.
About the Weekend
The 6th annual Women’s Interfaith Spiritual Encounter (WISE) will take place this year at the Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in North Andover, the weekend of June 25- 27, 2010. The theme of this year’s conference is :
“Earth, Air, Fire, Water:
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls”
Our Keynote Speaker is Linda Weltner, noted humorist, lecturer, author, playwright, activist and former columnist for the Boston Globe. Her article "The Journey of Spirituality" won the Gold Award from National Mature Media Awards for best feature, she was named Best Columnist by the New England Women's Press. Linda has made many TV appearances, including “The Good Day Show” and "Chronicle”, and is the author of several books and plays. Linda will share her thoughts about women's journeys to develop their passion, find their voice, and to work for change in a way that recognizes the interconnectedness of all things on earth.
Linda Weltner
The weekend includes workshops, creative arts, yoga, meditation, and an opportunity to connect with women from all spiritual paths on a variety of spiritual, social, and environmental issues. Weekend activities are geared towards:
- Creative Expression
- The Healing Power of Nature
- Time and Space to Reflect
- Celebrating the Divinity Within Women
- Exploring Opportunities for Inspired Action
Program Costs
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION- Send a deposit by April 15th and save $50 !!!
| RATES |
EARLY BIRD |
REGULAR |
| (includes Friday dinner, Saturday 3 meals, Sunday breakfast and lunch) |
Rates BEFORE April 30th
|
Rates AFTER April 30th
|
| Private Room (Very few - may not be available |
$345 |
$395 |
| Double Room |
$320 |
$370 |
| Three plus to a room |
$295 |
$345 |
| Commuter (all meals included) |
$225 |
$275 |
Weekend Overview
~Click on the workshops tab for more details~
Friday Evening
- Afternoon workshop
- Opening Circle
- Dinner
- Keynote Speaker
Saturday
- Morning Yoga / Meditation
- Breakfast
- Workshops
- Lunch
- Workshops
- Play time
- Dinner
- Evening Concert
Sunday
- Morning Yoga / Meditation
- Breakfast
- Interfaith Service
- Performance
- Lunch
- Closing Circle
“I have come away from each WISE weekend feeling renewed in body, mind, and spirit. Listening to amazing, creative women speaking from their hearts about their experiences is inspiring. As one who feels called to promote peace and social justice, I need WISE to renew my faith, hope and creative energy.”
~ Barbara Hildt, Amesbury, MA
About WISE
WISE started seven years ago as the brainchild of Anna Smulowtiz, who was studying at CHIME, the Interfaith Chaplaincy Institute of Maine, to become an interfaith minister. Anna says, “I wanted to bring together a group of like-minded women from the community, to create a vision of spirituality, collaboration, and social activism that crossed religious boundaries, while at the same time, taking the time to nurture ourselves and have fun!”
WISE has since evolved into a grassroots nonprofit community endeavor, with a volunteer planning committee and co-chairs that rotate every year. This year’s Planning Committee members are:
WISE 2010 Director
Sherry Bonder
WISE 2010 Planning Committee Members:
Janice Anderson
Carol Ballantyne
Barbara Hopkinson
Julie McConchie
Kathleen Miller
Nelda Quigley
Joanne Rowley
Anna Smulowitz
Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Caring for our Personal and Planetary Souls