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Communing at The Casa
A SoulCollage® Card Games retreat for Facilitators
April 9 - 11, 2021
Franciscan Renewal Center ("The Casa")
Scottsdale, Arizona


Deepen your SoulCollage® practice as you relax and restore! 
This special retreat is co-sponsored by SoulCollage, Inc. for SoulCollage® Facilitators.
***18 hours CE credit available - details HERE***
GATHERING IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS: This retreat will be strictly managed to minimize the risks of respiratory disease transmission. The meeting room we have is spacious, and we can easily maintain social distance. We won't share tools, and we'll be disinfecting areas routinely. We'll wear masks when in close contact, indoors or out. The retreat facility offers lots of outdoor space. And, your retreat leader is a public health professional who is both an epidemiologist and virologist. Things will continue to evolve for many months, and cancellation may happen even with this rescheduling. If you have questions or concerns, contact Michele.
​Since 2009, SoulCollage® Facilitator Michele Manos has been creating and sharing meaningful ways to explore your SoulCollage® deck as a whole - honoring and integrating your ever-evolving aspects. These Card Games offer an understanding of the cards’ intricate relationships, and a chance to take inventory of your deck and yourself. Ideas for new cards come forth, as do new perspectives on old ones. A retreat is the perfect setting to learn new approaches, make new cards, and share your own ideas with others who facilitate the magic of SoulCollage®.

This special weekend will include a taste of some of Michele's newest and most popular SoulCollage® Card Game "Playing with a Full Deck" activities. Plus, we'll hear about new ideas and "best practices" from others in the group. You're certain to come away with many ideas for your personal practice, your SoulCollage® facilitation and beyond. Expect plenty of free time for card making and enjoying the sanctuary spaces of the Center.

This gathering will include learning, sharing, individual activities and group rituals - imagine the perfect blend of a retreat, a workshop, a conference of colleagues, and a meeting of friends.


Please join Michele and a group of kindred spirits for this weekend of community with other Facilitators! Enjoy The Casa's hospitality and serenity in the beautiful desert. The Center has a pool, hot tub, labyrinth, and lovely grounds. Arrive early or extend your stay to make the most of your trip to the Phoenix area. The facility is conveniently located within 20 minutes of the airport. It's an urban oasis with lovely mountain views. Private and shared rooms are available. Space for several commuters, too.

The retreat sessions will begin at 3 pm Friday and will conclude by 4:30 pm on Sunday. 

THIS RETREAT WILL INCLUDE JUST 16 ADVENTUROUS FACILITATOR GUESTS!

Rates - 
(includes supplies, instruction, access to the Center, 2 nights lodging and 6 meals)
Private Room                    TBA        
Shared Room*                  TBA               

Commuter (4 meals)^   TBA

* Shared room guaranteed when two register and attend as designated roommates.

^ Commuter spaces are limited, so register early.

Extra nights are available: 
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You will receive further payment details after your submit the deposit and registration form. 
WANT TO RETREAT AT THE CASA?
​Preregister by contacting Michele.

IMPORTANT: Once you have made a deposit, please complete the registration form HERE.

Interested in receiving CE credits? Find the details HERE.

PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICY:
​Retreat fees (minus an administration fee) will be refunded if the retreat is cancelled.

Comments from Michele's retreats:  
“Michele is innovative, insightful, and an excellent retreat leader.”
"The planning and execution was top notch!"
“Saw how important suits are.... game changer!"
"Already thinking about how to incorporate these activities into my own workshops."
"Every activity we did brought brand new awareness." 
"I loved the activities that encouraged me to notice the relationships between cards."
“This is really like an advanced Facilitator Training, a graduate course in SoulCollage®.”  
"I developed a new appreciation of connecting with my cards ......I love them even more!"
"I can't believe how many cards I made. Plus a list of even more for later!" 
"Everything was mapped out and organized so well for us."
"The Casa is a special place. I want to return here soon."

Your weekend will include:
  • Opening ceremony and creation of a group altar
  • Plenty of card making time with thousands of images
  • Archetype Alley: collective storytelling and surprising connections
  • Pathfinding between words and images
  • A guided image reading session
  • "Test runs:" - a chance for facilitators to share and pilot test their ideas. Topic areas may include:
    • ​New ways to listen to our cards
    • Using SoulCollage® in a spectrum of settings and limited time periods
    • Providing images with intention - considerations of safety, time, outcome and connections
    • Technical tips and tools
  • Wisdom Circle: learning from each others' experiences
  • Surprising new inspirations for card making
  • Access to and activities for the wonderful labyrinth
  • Closing ceremony
  • Lots of new discoveries as you Play with a Full Deck!
  • Other than the opening and closing ceremonies - everything is optional. It's a retreat!
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