Listening

for the Still

Voice of God

A Self-Paced Online Retreat

Begins October 10, 2025 (or anytime afterwards that is convenient for you)

Cost: Sliding Scale ($150, $110, $75, $30)

What is this Retreat About?

Amid busyness, uncertainty, loss, and life transitions, God invites you to experience Divine peace. It takes time and intentional effort to recognize that invitation and respond with an open heart. Learning to listen to the still voice of God isn’t always easy—but it is possible when we slow down and develop an awareness of how God really does communicate with us, whether that is through nature, a conversation, our reactions, or a beautiful painting. 

Have You Wondered . . .

  • In what ways do I “listen” to God? (And what does that even mean?)

  • How can I trust that I know what God wants for me?

  • What can I do to feel more connected with God when I pray? 

Each of these questions points to a longing for clarity, connection, comfort, and guidance. This retreat invites you to develop an awareness of the language of God and to try spiritual practices that help you deepen your relationship with the Divine. 

Is this Retreat for You?

  • Do you find yourself seeking God’s guidance as you face a major decision or life transition?

  • Are you longing to find the still voice of God as you try to make sense of suffering, violence, and confusion in the world?

  • Would you like to begin or deepen your prayer life with new spiritual practices? 

Whether you are at a crossroads or simply yearning for more of God’s peace, our intent for this retreat is to provide a welcoming and non-judgmental environment. We invite you to experience it in a way that is nurturing and honors where you are on your journey.

 

Christine Jurisich, M.A.

Retreat Author

Hear more about the retreat from Christine in this short video.

Ruba Powell

Retreat Facilitator

What Can I Expect?

    • The six-week facilitated format begins on October 10, 2025.

    • Take this retreat at a pace that fits your schedule.

    • You will have access to the material for one year.

  • ·        Weekly Emails: Starting October 10, 2025, and every Friday for six weeks, you will receive guided reflections and spiritual practices.

    ·        Self-Paced: Reflect, journal, and share in the written format at your own pace throughout the week.

    ·        Ongoing Access: You will have full access to the materials for one year. Revisit and reflect at your convenience.

    ·        Optional Sharing in Community: Share in written form at any time during the week. Join fellow retreat participants every Thursday on Zoom for shared reflection and connection.

  • ·        A Confidential and Private Space: Whether you share during the six weeks or several months later, we uphold strict confidentiality agreements. Your comments stay within the private retreat platform.

    ·        A Non-Judgmental Environment: Our sharing pledge (which does not allow political comments) guides the written and live portions.

    ·        Supportive Facilitation: Our facilitators are required to be trained in spiritual direction to ensure a focus on listening rather than imposing advice.

  • You choose:

    ·       At Your Convenience: Participate at a pace that works best for you. The material is available for one year.

    ·       Six-Week Pace: Typically, 30–60 minutes per week. You can pause if life gets hectic and start back up at any time.

  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access.

We are here to help with any questions—and past participants of all ages say the platform is easy to navigate.

Click here for a video that shows what a six-week online retreat actually looks like.

Dates and Session Themes

Here is the schedule if you follow the six-week facilitated format.

October 10 - November 21, 2025

Optional Zoom Gatherings on Thursdays

10-11 AM (PST) | 12-1 PM (CST) | 1-2 PM (EST)

 

Week One (open October 10, 2025)

Begin Where You Are. What does listening really mean? Practice: Silence.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, October 16, 2025                                                                                                                                           

Week Two (open October 17, 2025)

Opening Your Heart. A List of God’s Speakers. Practice: Awareness.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Week Three (open October 24, 2025)

What Gets in the Way of Listening? Fear and Self-Doubt. Practice: Praying with Music.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, October 30, 2025

Week Four (open October 31, 2025)

Listen to Your Head and Heart. Listen to Your Body. Practice: Pray with Movement.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, November 6, 2025

Week Five (open November 7, 2025)

A New Way to Pray. Practice: Praying with Art.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, November 13, 2025

Week Six (open November 14, 2025)

Your Divine Dance. Your Discernment Plan. Finding Support. Practice: Imagination.

Optional Zoom Gathering on Thursday, November 20, 2025

 

Inclusive Pricing

We believe finances should not stand between you and this spiritual journey.

Prayerfully consider the option that feels right for your budget.

No questions asked and no one turned away.

Retreat Fee Includes:

  • Six weeks of original content, yours to revisit for a full year

  • Audio meditations for weekly practice

  • Soothing music embedded into each reflection for a calming experience

  • Bonus reflections for deeper reading

  • Written and live sharing opportunities guided by a facilitator trained in spiritual direction

  • A two-month follow-up check-in via Zoom

Choose Your Payment Option

  1. Supporter ($150) covers your full retreat fee and adds a gift to our scholarship fund to help someone else attend

  2. Full Retreat ($110) covers the actual cost of delivering the retreat

  3. Partial Scholarship ($75) provides a $35 discount to ease your financial commitment

  4. Full Scholarship ($30) your option if an $80 scholarship makes this retreat possible for you

What People are Saying About the Gift of Growth and Community

Retreat, Reflect, Renew is special to me personally because I needed a spiritual family, as I am not connected to a church right now. It became a home where I felt comfortable and accepted and a place to grow my faith and practice my spirituality in a supportive and non-judgmental place. — Maureen G., CA

I developed trust in the retreat leader and the community, enough to take the risk of sharing my voice and developing more confidence in what I hear within me. I appreciated Christine’s voice in the retreat saying it's ok not to be perfect, it's ok if you’re scared to try silence. Her writing made me feel like she was “taking my hand.” And with that support, I walked into the depth of myself, of prayer, and of community.— Karen B., CA

I have learned so much from you and from your thoughtful retreats. My relationship with Christ has changed, and I think that has contributed a lot to my ability to carry my cross. My prayer life is more intimate. My conversations with Jesus are more authentic. I feel less alone. I have learned to allow joy and sadness, hope and fear, peace and panic to co-exist in my life. I have given myself permission to not have life all figured out, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me with this. — Debbie B., CT

FAQ’s

Logistics & Time Commitment

  • How much time will I need? 20–60 minutes each week if you choose to follow the six-week facilitated format.

  • What if I fall behind? Totally fine. It is self-paced and open for a year.

  • Are the live Zooms required? No. They are weekly, one hour, and optional.

  • Do I need to attend all Zoom sessions? Come to one or come to all.

Cost & Payment

  • Payment plans or scholarships? Yes. See sliding scale options.

  • Do all tiers include full access? Yes.

  • Refunds? We want you to be satisfied with the retreat, yet we are unable to offer refunds to people after the retreat has started. If you are unsatisfied, please contact us so we can talk.

Technology & Access

  • What platforms do I need? Just Zoom and our website-based platform (Ruzuku, which does not need to be downloaded).

  • I’m not tech-savvy—can I get help? Absolutely! We are here for you, and Ruzuku has helpful tutorials.

  • Can I use my phone or tablet? Yes. Any device works.

  • Can I print or download content? Text can be copied and printed.

Content & Outcomes

  • Do I need prior retreat experience? No. Come as you are.

  • How is this different from in-person retreats? You go at your own pace, from anywhere, with time to let the content sink in.

  • What kind of transformation can I expect? See participant testimonials.

Community & Confidentiality

  • Do I have to share? No. Sharing is always optional.

  • What is the group experience like? Supportive, led by a trained facilitator, with written and live sharing options.

  • How is privacy protected? Retreat, Reflect, Renew asks participants to agree to a pledge of confidentiality for the written and live portions. “Ruzuku,” which is the platform we use, says their platform is not a publicly indexed site, meaning your comments are private and not accessible to people using the internet who have not signed up for the retreat.

Facilitation & Support

  • Who leads the retreat? The author, Christine Jurisich, and facilitator Ruba Powell are experienced spiritual directors with backgrounds in theology and pastoral ministry.

  • Is there follow-up support? Yes. A post-retreat Zoom session and opportunities to join future retreats in the series.

  • Will I feel welcome if I haven’t been to church in years? Absolutely. This retreat meets you wherever you are in your faith journey.

We hope you will join us!