Community of Christ Vancouver

01/07/2026

Connecting to Spirit Through Creativity: A Nurturing Spirit Retreat.
For more information or to Register! https://2ly.link/2LzXV
Only $250 Canadian per person.
Includes all meals, snacks, session supplies and accommodations.
Do you ever feel like a small boat at sea in a big storm?
With so much uncertainty in the world, many of us long for a place to slow down, breathe, and reconnect.
Connecting to Spirit Through Creativity is a retreat designed to help you find that calm.
There are so many ways to tap into your inner peace — through art, music, writing, and mindful presence.
Artist Kathy Nutt will lead The Magic of Sigils, a creative way to focus your conscious desires and guide your subconscious toward manifestation. She’ll also offer additional arts-based workshops to awaken your creative spirit.
Through music and voice, Alexis Beer will help us connect more deeply to our spirit and inner rhythm.
Ashley Whitham will open new pathways of meaning through blackout poetry, revealing insights hidden within the written word.
All of this unfolds within the peace and beauty of Samish Island Retreat Centre — a place where inspiration feels natural and connection comes easily.
Come experience a weekend that restores, inspires, and invites you to be held by something deeper.
Meet our Special Guest Facilitator Kathy Nutt
Kathy Nutt is a creative who uses many media and styles to convey glimpses into her mysterious, whimsical world.
Kathy believes a creative practice (of any discipline) is a beneficial way to break through the mundane and view our worlds through fresh new eyes. We may discover a breakthrough, change a pattern, or just experience catharsis. Or we may simply arrive in a place of joy. She believes the creative process is more important than the finished product and that creativity is for everyone, not just the gifted few.
A gallery of her prolific visual artworks can be found online at:
katherine-nutt.pixels.com
Some of the experiences facilitated at the retreat will be:
Drawing out your creativity
Various drawing exercises designed to spark creativity and tap into intuition.
The Magic of Sigils
Designing symbols as a way to direct intention and let the subconscious work it’s magic while creating something beautiful.
Writing practices for Creative Living
Following the format used in the Release Your Inner Writer weekly session, using prompts and a set dedicated time to work creatively.
Pass and Transform: Art as community
A time to play with mark making and fellow creators. Having fun and sharing reactive explorations to create images formed by the whole group.
Sound Sketching to Music
Combining disciplines using various music as prompts for drawing. Seeing where the music takes us using sound as a guide to tap into intuition.
What to bring
*Bedding or sleeping bag and pillow – we will let you know which cabin configuration you have closer to the retreat.
E-Cabins, have a Queen bed, or a Queen bed with Double bed and a twin bunk on top. All E-Cabins share a toilet room and a shower room with one other cabin and every E-Cabin has a sink and mirror in it.
Rustic Cabins have electricity, comfy beds, and use a shared bathhouse with multiple sinks, toilets and showers. Rustic Cabins are not connected to each other and provide more of a sound barrier.
*Toiletries and towels
*Travel mug and water bottle
*Rain Gear for outdoor activities – optional- check the weather before arriving, you may want an umbrella or hat
*Walking shoes or boots for the forest and beach
*Slippers for inside, so we don't track dirt into our spaces
Musical instruments (beginner or advanced) for the evening if you like.
Flashlight
For classes:
Comfortable clothing
A personal journal
An open heart and an open mind
Friday
4pm Arrive
4:30 Tour of Samish Island Retreat Centre
5:30 Supper
6:15 Cleanup
7pm Introductions
Welcoming Meditation
Drawing out Your Creativity
Alexis Beer Musical Performance
8:30 Hot Chocolate, Snack, Board Games, Creative Arts, Music - bring your instruments, or early to bed.
Saturday
8am Wake up Bell
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Cleanup
10:00 The Magic of Sigils
11:15 Black out Poetry
12:30 Lunch
1:15 Cleanup
2pm Music and Voice to Connect your Spirit and Creativity
3:15 Writing Practices for Creative Living
4:00 Break
4:30 Pass and Transform: Art as a Community
5:30 Supper
6:15 Cleanup
7pm Sound Sketching to Music
8pm Hot Chocolate, Snack, Board Games, Creative Arts, Music - bring your instruments, or early to bed
Sunday
8am Wake up Bell
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Cleanup
10:00 Takeaways & Insights
11am Cleanup and Pack-up Cabins
For more information or to Register https://2ly.link/2LzXV
Only $250 Canadian per person.
Includes all meals, snacks, session supplies and accommodations.
For more information about Samish Island Retreat Center, go to[ www.campsamish.org](http://www.campsamish.org)

01/25/2025

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Join us for a new Nurturing Spirit retreat experience, Connecting with your Spiritual Energy! Featuring Special Guest Facilitator Lindsay Brown, Certified Usui Reiki Practitioner.

Friday February 28 – Sunday March 2 , 2025 at Samish Island Retreat Centre in Washington.

Follow this link to register or for more information www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca

Here are some of the experiences we will be sharing with you at this retreat:
Reiki - Take a deeper dive into Reiki principles and energy work. Explore resonant frequencies and the art of mindful listening to both you and others.
Listening for the Soul - Reflect on energy patterns like addiction or recurring themes and explore transformative questions.

Journaling: Processing Energy Through Words
Experience the healing power of writing with guided journaling prompts to process and channel your energy.

Healing Frequency Music will create a soothing backdrop, fostering a meditative and focused atmosphere.

Tools for Energy Awareness, such as oracle or symbol cards, with an opportunity to choose a card and reflect in your journal.

A "Moment with Nature" ceremony to intentionally release energy, leave behind what no longer serves you, and leave feeling lighter and refreshed.

This retreat will provide an opportunity to connect with your inner self and the energy around you in a meaningful way. You’ll leave with tools, insights, and a sense of renewal to carry forward in your life.

For more information and to register, go to www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca

The Early Bird registration rate of $250 cnd per person is available until January 17th

Aromatherapy Take-Home Kits
On Saturday evening, immerse yourself in a sensory experience as we create personalized Aromatherapy Bath Salts to take home. This hands-on session combines creativity, education, and relaxation, allowing you to continue your healing journey after the retreat.
You'll learn about the benefits of various essential oils and their impact on well-being, then craft your own unique blend tailored to your personal needs.
This evening will be a celebration of creativity, community, and connection, accompanied by soothing healing music and meaningful conversations. Let your senses guide you as you create something special to support your self-care and energy renewal.

Aromatherapy bath salts can have many benefits, including:
• Stress and anxiety relief: The relaxing properties of hot water combined with the aromatherapy of essential oils can help relieve stress and anxiety.
• Muscle and joint pain relief: Bath salts can help with muscle soreness and stiff joints.
• Skin conditions: Bath salts can help treat symptoms of skin conditions like eczema and dry, itchy skin.
• Sleep aid: Certain essential oils, like lavender, can help improve sleep.
• Mental clarity: Bath salts can help promote a sense of calm and relaxation.

About Lindsay Brown
I run an intuitive healing practice called Curious Healing.

My practice incorporates a mixture of energy work (Reiki), compassionate listening, and curious companionship/discussions. I also love to make use of tools such as symbol cards, aroma, mineral and sound therapies. Radical self-acceptance and compassion are my mantras!

To me, healing means integration. Re-membering who you really are and getting deeply curious with what you discover.
My aim is to remind others of their innate worth and wholeness, and to inspire the great healer within. I see myself as a joyful companion and guide on your self-healing, journey of Becoming.

04/24/2024

Join us for our upcoming retreat 'What is Enough? Making Space for What Matters' May 30 - June 2. For information and to register go to www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca Two night, 3 night, and day packages available.

02/13/2024

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01/19/2024

Wonderful new of Stassi Cramm’s calling, such a blessing for our church!

The Council of Twelve Apostles shared a letter calling Stassi D. Cramm to serve as the next prophet-president of the Community of Christ. In her response, Sister Cramm has invited the church to prayerfully reflect on this call as we journey toward the 2025 World Conference, where it will be considered.

The church is encouraged to share prayers and statements of support here: https://bit.ly/48ZE9Q9

01/18/2024

Need a pre-spring boost? Join us at Nurturing Creativity of the Soul retreat March 8-10 at Stillwood retreat centre. For more information or to register go to www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca https://www.facebook.com/reel/403064018911684

01/12/2024

Our schedule is here for the Nurturing Creativity of the Soul retreat March 8-10 at Stillwood Retreat Centre at Cultus Lake, BC. Register before January 28th to receive the early bird rate at www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca

12/11/2023

'Nurturing Creativity of the Soul' retreat.
For more information or to register go to:
www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca
$275.00 per person, Early Bird by Jan 28th $225.00
Believe it or not, creativity isn’t a stable personality trait, nor a rare power possessed by only the chosen few with artistic temperaments. Creativity is also not limited to specific domains, like music, theatre, dance, or visual arts. And we all go through times when we feel hopeless to create change or a cultivate creativity in our lives. Perhaps you feel like you used to be creative but have somehow lost it. Or too busy, too rushed, too poor, or too boring, or too afraid, to benefit from exploring creative practices. Whether you consider yourself creative or not, it is possible to cultivate personal creativity. Improved health, increased joy and wellbeing, financial abundance are only a few of the benefits of cultivating creativity.
But what exactly is the relationship between creativity and a well-nourished soul?
To find out, join special guest facilitator Lana Cullis, in retreat March 8th to 10th at Stillwood Camp and Retreat Centre near Chilliwack BC. Attend diverse sessions including Creativity: Myths, Mysteries and Misunderstandings, What Colour is Your Creative Soul, and Creativity and Money.
Suggested reading (not compulsory): Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert, and SoulSpace: Transform Your Home, Transform Your Life by Xorin Balbes
Hosted by Creating Connection and Nurturing Spirit Retreats
Package includes six meals, lodging, sessions and all workshop supplies.
'Nurturing Creativity of the Soul' retreat.
For more information or to register go to:
www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca
$275.00 per person, Early Bird by Jan 28th $225.00

09/23/2023

📢 Second day of Mission Conference! - https://mailchi.mp/5e7e76971313/morning-and-afternoon-sessions-mc-2023

Join us online or in-person for our Gathering Worship, Financial Updates, Updates from Canada Church, Report from World Conference, Business Meeting and more!

08/23/2023

The early bird price of $225 per person has been extended to August 30th for the Rooting Our Hearts Retreat. See our schedule and register at www.NurturingSpirit.CreatingConnection.ca

08/10/2023

Our Welcome Statement:

Community of Christ welcomes all people as they are.

We embrace each person as their fully human, perfectly imperfect, authentic self.

We believe each of us, in our diversity, embodies the spirit of God, and that all of us are equally deserving of unconditional love and acceptance.

We acknowledge the hurt we have caused to those who were not included, and actively seek to reconcile and learn more ways to uphold the worth of all persons.

With grace and open hearts, we welcome people who are LGTBQIA+, Indigenous, those with diverse abilities or beliefs, all races, cultural backgrounds, ages, and sizes.

Wherever you are on your journey, when you enter this sacred space know that you are welcome here. You are loved!

08/10/2023

This holy work has brought us so much insight and richness! So happy to have gone on this journey together.

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎉 Congratulations to Community of Christ Vancouver - the newest Welcoming & Affirming Congregation in Community of Christ!

The Vancouver Congregation successfully completed Harmony's Welcoming & Affirming Program with the official adoption of their welcoming statement. Read more at the link below.

We are so proud of you, Vancouver!

- https://mailchi.mp/harmony/reaching-out-welcoming-and-affirming-announcement-sent-08-10-2023