Upcoming Events
The Great Search English Book Launch Celebration
The latest book by John Philip Newell will have its English launch at The Meditatio Centre. Please join us!
The Great Search explores the wisdom of nine prophetic teachers from the past who presciently addressed the search for deeper meaning and a truer relationship with Earth and one another by increasing numbers today living in religious exile from their inherited traditions of faith. There is a longing to ground spiritual wisdom in experience, and a conviction that the light of God shines in the body of Earth and deep within us all.
John Philip will speak about his book followed by light refreshments together afterwards.
Online Threshold Community: House Gathering
We invite you to join us for a shared Threshold Community: House Gathering on Sunday, December 8th from 3:00-4:30pm (MT) via Zoom as we listen to what we are being invited to pay attention to in this threshold time. If you have been interested in beginning a House Gathering or would like to learn more this is a time for spiritual practice together followed by 30 minutes to ask questions. The House Gathering will be led by Cami Twilling.
A Morning Retreat with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling inspire us in this time of transition toward a spirituality of intimacy with Earth rather than a spirituality of alienation from Earth, and a vision of interrelatedness and harmony instead of religious and political division. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s ground-breaking new book The Great Search: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home.
The Great Search 3 (including an in-person dialogue between Matthew Fox and John Philip Newell)
The Great Search 3 is the third of a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for wisdom, the search for meaning, and the search for faith. The Great Search 3 can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 1 and The Great Search 2 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country or online.
Matthew Fox and John Philip Newell: An Evening Dialogue (livestream)
Two of the most celebrated authors and teachers of spirituality today, Matthew Fox and John Philip Newell, will combine their insights and wisdom in a wide-ranging, lively, and hopeful conversation about some of the most vexing and challenging concerns facing humanity and Earth today. Known for their spiritual breadth and depth, as well as their compassionate teaching, Matthew and John Philip are delighted to be in conversation together.
This conversation will be streamed live from The Bishop’s Ranch in Healdsburg, CA. A recording of the conversation will be made available for ticket holders for two weeks following the event for those who are unable to view the live video broadcast.
Evening Talk and Morning Retreat with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling call us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World.
A Conversation with John Philip Newell
In which the internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell outlines the main themes of his award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne). Newell calls us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world.
Evening Talk with John Philip Newell
Join us on the UCLA campus (or online) for a talk In which the internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell outlines the main themes of his ground-breaking new book The Great Search: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home (August 2024, HarperOne in the US and Wild Goose Publications in the UK). In this time of transition in which so many of us are longing for a spirituality of intimacy with Earth rather than a spirituality of alienation from Earth, and a vision of interrelatedness and harmony instead of religious and political division, John Philip points to a path of healing and transformation for us, both individually and together.
Celtic Wisdom 1
Celtic Wisdom 1 is the first of a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacredness of every human being, the sacredness of the feminine, and the sacredness of Earth.
The teachings of this retreat are based on John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World.
An Evening Talk by John Philip Newell
In which the internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell outlines the main themes of his ground-breaking new book The Great Search: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home.
This meaningful evening with John Philip is presented free of charge as a gift from St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and Bookstore and will include the main talk, a time of spiritual practice and a question and answer session. All are invited to a post-talk reception including a book signing immediately following.
The Great Search 3
The Great Search 3 is the third of a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for wisdom, the search for meaning, and the search for faith.
The teachings of this retreat are based on John Philip Newell’s new book The Great Search: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home (especially Chapters 7, 8, and 9 drawing on the wisdom of Rabindranath Tagore, Etty Hillesum, and Edwin Muir).
It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 1 and The Great Search 2 which can be attended in any order and at any of our other retreat centers across the country.
Celtic Spirituality: Why It Matters Now
Celtic Spirituality: Why It Matters Now, in which the internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell presents on Celtic Wisdom for this moment in time in relation to Earth and the human soul. Newell calls us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world today.
The Great Search - A Retreat with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling inspire us in this time of transition toward a spirituality of intimacy with Earth rather than a spirituality of alienation from Earth, and a vision of interrelatedness and harmony instead of religious and political division.
A Retreat with John Philip Newell & Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling call us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne).
An Afternoon Retreat and Morning Conversation with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling call us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne).
Celtic Wisdom 2
Celtic Wisdom 2 is the second of a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacred flow of the divine in all life, the sacred light of sun, moon, and stars, and the sacred work of ecological awareness and action.
The teachings of this retreat are based on John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (especially Chapters 3, 4, and 6 drawing on the wisdom of John Scotus Eriugena, the Carmina Gadelica, and John Muir).
Rescheduled for Online - Beginning the Great Search: A Day with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
While the original event, Beginning The Great Search: A Day with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling, scheduled for October 19th in Brevard, North Carolina, was cancelled due to Hurricane Helene, this beautiful retreat day has now been moved to Saturday, October 26th in an online format to allow many more to connect with the themes of John Philip’s new book, The Great Search.
The Great Search - US Book Launch Celebration (New Location)
John Philip Newell's new book, The Great Search: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home (August 2024 HarperOne and published by Wild Goose in the UK), will be officially launched at The Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta, Georgia on Thursday evening, October 24th, 2024 (both livestreamed and in person). This celebration will include readings from the book by John Philip and the opportunity to have your own copy signed. Please join us for this exciting moment of celebrating a profound vision for the way forward today in our relationship with Earth, with one another and our own true depths.
Canceled - Celtic Spirituality: Why It Matters Now
Due to the devastation from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina and the surrounding region, our Celtic Spirituality: Why It Matters Now event, scheduled for October 20 at St. James Episcopal Church, Black Mountain, NC, is cancelled. We will share more details on social media, our website and newsletter as they are available. As the St. James staff responds to the urgent needs created by this storm, please have patience and give them time to communicate about registrations and refunds, and hold them in your hearts as they begin to recover from this unbelievable storm.
Sacred Earth Sacred Soul – A Retreat with John Philip Newell & Cami Twilling
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling call us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne).
The Great Search 1
The first of a three-part series of annual retreats (The Quest for Healing and Home) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for expanded vision, the search for intimacy with Earth, and the search for spiritual presence. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 2 and The Great Search 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our other retreat centers across the country.
Celtic Wisdom 1
The first of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacredness of every human being, the sacredness of the feminine, and the sacredness of Earth. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 2 and Celtic Wisdom 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Iona Pilgrimage
Join John Philip Newell and Ali Newell on the sacred Isle of Iona for a week of study, spiritual practice and community hosted by the St Columba Hotel.
Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to Our Souls and Healing the World
In which the wisdom teachings of John Philip Newell and the spiritual practices of Cami Twilling call us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world. The retreat focuses on the main themes of John Philip’s award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (Harper One).
Celtic Wisdom 3
The third of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacredness of the imagination, the sacredness of compassion, and the sacredness of reshaping the world. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 1 and Celtic Wisdom 2 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Iona Pilgrimage
Join John Philip Newell and Ali Newell on the sacred Isle of Iona for a week of study, spiritual practice and community hosted by the St Columba Hotel.
Iona Pilgrimage
Join John Philip Newell and Ali Newell on the sacred Isle of Iona for a week of study, spiritual practice and community hosted by the St Columba Hotel.
ATA Annual Event 2024
The American Teilhard Association is excited to welcome John Philip Newell as the speaker for their 2024 Annual Event. This event will take place both in person at Daylesford Abbey in Paoli, PA, as well as on Zoom.
Celtic Wisdom 3
The third of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacredness of the imagination, the sacredness of compassion, and the sacredness of reshaping the world. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 1 and Celtic Wisdom 2 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
A Two-Day Retreat with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
This two-day retreat will be based on the major themes of John Philip Newell’s award winning book, Sacred Earth Sacred Soul. Teaching will be offered by John Philip Newell and spiritual practice will be led by his colleague, Cami Twilling.
Sacred Earth Sacred Soul - Evening Talk by John Philip Newell
In which the internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell outlines the main themes of his award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (Harper One). Newell calls us to be aware of the sacredness of Earth and every human being as key to the way of transformation and healing in our lives and world.
The Great Search 2
The second of a three-part series of annual retreats (The Quest for Healing and Home) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for awareness, the search for spiritual and physical wellness, and the search for love. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 1 and The Great Search 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Celtic Wisdom 2
The second of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacred flow of the divine in all life, the sacred light of sun, moon, and stars, and the sacred work of ecological awareness and action. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 1 and Celtic Wisdom 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Iona Pilgrimage
Join John Philip Newell and Ali Newell on the sacred Isle of Iona for a week of study, spiritual practice and community hosted by the St Columba Hotel.
Online Retreat - Celtic Wisdom 3
Online retreat (as part of the Sacred Earth Sacred Soul Series) hosted by Cami Twilling, Director of Earth & Soul and Catherine Gregg, Colleague Teacher of Earth & Soul.
We will hear from John Philip Newell via pre-recorded video sessions from Iona, have a time of spiritual practice to listen to what is stirring within us followed by a short time for reflection in small groups as well as reflection and questions in the whole group.
An Evening Talk with John Philip Newell
Celebrated author and teacher, John Philip Newell, will give an overview of his award-winning book Sacred Earth Sacred Soul and share his vision of awakening to the sacred in all things as the pathway toward healing and new beginnings in our lives and world. There will be a Q&A time followed by a reception and book signing.
A Two-Day Retreat with John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling
The two-day retreat will be based on the major themes of John Philip Newell’s award winning book, Sacred Earth Sacred Soul and culminate in a screening of “Hebridean Treasure.”
The Great Search 2
The second of a three-part series of annual retreats (The Quest for Healing and Home) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the search for awareness, the search for spiritual and physical wellness, and the search for love. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Great Search 1 and The Great Search 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Celtic Wisdom 2
The second of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacred flow of the divine in all life, the sacred light of sun, moon, and stars, and the sacred work of ecological awareness and action. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 1 and Celtic Wisdom 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Celtic Wisdom 2
The second of a three-part series of annual retreats (Sacred Earth Sacred Soul) led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we explore the sacred flow of the divine in all life, the sacred light of sun, moon, and stars, and the sacred work of ecological awareness and action. This retreat is part of Earth & Soul’s Celtic initiative of study and spiritual practice with the aim of further enabling compassionate action in our lives and world. It can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with Celtic Wisdom 1 and Celtic Wisdom 3 which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country.
Online Retreat - Celtic Wisdom 2
Online retreat (as part of the Sacred Earth Sacred Soul Series) hosted by Cami Twilling, Director of Earth & Soul and Blanche Gray, Colleague Teacher of Earth & Soul.
We will hear from John Philip Newell via pre-recorded video sessions from Iona, have a time of spiritual practice to listen to what is stirring within us followed by a short time for reflection in small groups as well as reflection and questions in the whole group.
Online Celtic Wisdom Retreat - Celtic Wisdom 1: Sacred Soul
Online Celtic Wisdom retreats hosted by Cami Twilling and Catherine Gregg
A Dappling Light
The Celtic teacher John Philip Newell has been a frequent visitor to St. Stephen's Church. He returns in October for a two-day visit with events at St. Stephen's, St. Paul's and First Presbyterian churches, along with his colleague Cami Twilling.
The School of Earth & Soul (Celtic Wisdom 3)
The School, in both its main offerings (Celtic Wisdom and The Great Search), follows a three-year cycle of teaching and spiritual practice in its annual retreats. Participants may join at any stage in the three-year cycle and attend any of the Earth & Soul venues across the country.
Shrine Mont is offering Celtic Wisdom 3: Sacred Imagination.
Thresholds of Hope: A Spiritual Practice Retreat
Join us for an experiential weekend based on the teachings of John Philip Newell in which we explore the thresholds we are in the midst of today.
The School of Earth & Soul (Celtic Wisdom 2)
The School, in both its main offerings (Celtic Wisdom and The Great Search), follows a three-year cycle of teaching and spiritual practice in its annual retreats. Participants may join at any stage in the three-year cycle and attend any of the Earth & Soul venues across the country.
Montreat is offering Celtic Wisdom 2: Sacred Earth.
