Soul Kitchen – Spiritual Retreat for People in Recovery

Hello recovery friends!

We’re happy to announce a new spiritual retreat starting this winter: December 9-11. It’s our intention to create a weekend experience that is both totally laid back, and at the same time, really intense. Sound impossible? Maybe it is, but we’re trying anyway. Come find out 🙂 In any case, we know it will be a cool new experience for all of us.

This is a spiritual retreat for men and women in recovery. It is not specifically AA, nor will we focus on any single spiritual path. There will, however, be examples used from various spiritual traditions throughout the weekend. We hope this will not make anyone uncomfortable.

The theme for our first retreat is “Ditching the Double Life,” which refers to a paragraph on page 73 of the AA Big Book.

“More than most people, the alcoholic leads a double life. He is very much the actor. To the outer world he presents his stage character. This is the one he likes his fellows to see. He wants to enjoy a certain reputa­ tion, but knows in his heart he doesn’t deserve it.”

We all wear masks. Whether we want to admit that or not. At this retreat, we will take a raw, honest look at our masks and why we need them. In a laid back way, of course 🙂

The cost for the weekend, which includes room and board, is $125. We are asking for a $25 deposit to hold your spot.

Questions? Contact our retreat secretaries: Mae Y or Ryan K. Or anyone else on the retreat committee.

Theme: Ditching the Double Life

Cost: $125, with a $25 deposit
(a limited number of scholarships are available. let us know ASAP if you need one)

Retreat Committee: Alex S, Ben C, Brandon I, Cheryl I, Joe N, Lisa S, Mae Y, and Ryan K

 

 

2016 Women’s New Beginnings Retreat

June 17 – June 19
NIU Lorado Ta3 Field Campus
1414 N. River Rd., Oregon, IL 61061

Registration Fee -$105
includes lodging, three meals on Saturday & breakfast on Sunday

Check-In begins at 6pm on Friday

This is a closed retreat for women in AA – In support of singleness of purpose, attendance at closed meetings is limited to those persons who have a desire to quit drinking.
Suggested items to pack: Bedding (sheets, blanket, pillow, sleeping bag); Towels/Washcloth; Toiletries (soap, shampoo, lotion, etc.); Shower shoes; bath mat; Rain Coat/Umbrella; Flashlight; Bug Spray; Lawn Chair; Water bottle; Coffee cup; Hand Sanitizer; Liquid Soap; Air freshener; Yoga mat; Snacks and beverages to share; Big Book; Other AA literature; Journal; Pens/Pencils; Honesty; Open-mindedness; Willingness

By registering you agree that for yourself and anyone entitled to act on your behalf, you release and discharge Women’s New Beginnings Group and Lorado Taft Field Campus, their staff and volunteers from any and all claims in any manner arising from participation in this event.

Limited, partial scholarships are available upon request.
Questions? Please Call Collette H. 847.630.7458 or Jayne M. 224.489.9009

To reserve your spot return completed registration form and payment by June 6 to Darlene G. – 1418 Ridge Rd., South Elgin, IL 60177

ISCYPAA Campy-Thingy 2 (workshops, overnight, dance & more)

Come out and camp with the Elgin ISCYPAA Bid Committee! $15 to camp or $10 to just come join us on Saturday. Food, fellowship, games, raffles, speakers, meetings, bonfires, entertainment and much more!!! (You will most likely not be turned away because of money)

Campy-Thingy 2 – Program of Events

Friday Night-

Doors Open 4:00PM CDT

Speaker- 8:00PM CDT
Shedric A. – Chicago IL

Cornfield Karaoke -10PM

Saturday-
Explain your HP Meeting 10:00AM-11:00AM

Service Panel 12:30PM-1:30PM
Ray M. –Huntley, IL Nathan B. – Elgin, IL Brooks F. -Dayton, OH

Journey Through Step 11 – 2:30PM- 3:30PM
Darlene G. – St. Charles, IL Michelle B. Hanover Park, Ben C. Streamwood, IL

Guided Meditation- 4:00PM-4:30PM
Dar G.

BBQ/Raffle- 6:00 PM-7:30PM

Speaker – 8:00PM -9:00PM
Amanda B. Lombard, IL

Dance 10:00PM -12:00AM

Sunday-

PANCAKES!!

Speaker – 10:32AM- 11:30AM
Tom G. Elgin, IL

2015 Women’s New Beginnings Group Retreat

June 12 – June 14
NIU Lorado Ta3 Field Campus
1414 N. River Rd., Oregon, IL 61061

Registration Fee -$105
includes lodging, three meals on Saturday & breakfast on Sunday

Check-In begins at 6pm on Friday
This is a closed retreat for women in AA – In support of singleness of purpose, attendance at closed meetings is limited to those persons who have a desire to quit drinking.
Suggested items to pack: Bedding (sheets, blanket, pillow, sleeping bag); Towels/Washcloth; Toiletries (soap, shampoo, lotion, etc.); Shower shoes; bath mat; Rain Coat/Umbrella; Flashlight; Bug Spray; Lawn Chair; Water bottle; Coffee cup; Hand Sanitizer; Liquid Soap; Air freshener; Yoga mat; Snacks and beverages to share; Big Book; Other AA literature; Journal; Pens/Pencils; Honesty; Open-mindedness; Willingness
By registering you agree that for yourself and anyone entitled to act on your behalf, you release and discharge Women’s New Beginnings Group and Lorado Taft Field Campus, their staff and volunteers from any and all claims in any manner arising from participation in this event.

Limited, partial scholarships are available upon request.
Retreat Chairs – Patty G. 630-605-7352 & Marcia S. 815-222-9768

To reserve your spot return completed registration form and payment by June 2 to Susan O. – 1644 Lilac Dr., Crystal Lake, IL 60014