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Amy Ferguson
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I am part of a web of writers, editors, videographers, communicators, and ambassadors who help shine a light on how we can all contribute to a loving world. For me this comes through in three simple words: reveal, serve, and inspire. It means researching, listening, sleuthing, writing, connecting, and conspiring for good. 

Our teachers in this work are numerous. I have learned so much from others' fine "translations" of the need for love in our world--epidemiologists, neuroscientists, and public health specialists, artists, clergy, and various lifelong practitioners of compassion--who carry this work into realms of our social life like schools, prisons, and law enforcement circles.

My background is deep in the humanities, and my family tree is of full Catholics (faithful and lapsed), skeptics, and librarians. I have a master's degree in literature and am drawn to volunteer with arts-related organizations and projects. 


 

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“We are all born with 200 bad poems in us.”  —Billy Collins

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SoulCollage® is a simple intuitive process of creating many small collages and then giving voice to the images to discover their identity and the wisdom they carry. It is an imaginative, contemplative way to mindfully access the Stillpoint of our True Selves. Using SoulCollage® as a spiritual practice integrates mind, body and spirit and builds community. Whether you are new to SoulCollage® or are experienced creating cards, this retreat offers time and space to creatively explore your inner being and the wisdom and blessings available there. There will be three group gatherings for encouragement and support as individuals explore the paths of their inner life. Orientation and consultation is available as needed especially for those new to the SoulCollage® process.

About the Facilitator 
Anita Smith Buckwalter is a spiritual midwife facilitating the increase of self-awareness and mindfulness of the Divine within. She is a licensed SoulCollage® facilitator, a spiritual director and trainer/supervisor. She studied the Enneagram with Helen Palmer and the Michigan Enneagram Center. Through 40 years of pastoral ministry, Anita used art, music, dance and words to enrich worship and create individualized celebrations of life’s transitions. Anita delights in integrating all aspects of her life through the creativity and mystery of the SoulCollage® process.

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The cost of $200 includes facilitated programming and two nights’ lodging in a GilChrist cabin. Beginners’ supply packs are available for an additional $20.00. Participants will check in between 1:00–2:00 p.m. on March 1 and depart at 2:00 p.m. on March 3. Individuals are responsible for their own meals, and each guest space at GilChrist is equipped with a complete kitchen. To make a reservation, e-mail smithbuckwalter@prodigy.net.

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GilChrist Retreat Center
56265 Day Rd
Three Rivers, MI 49007
United States

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41.9797685, -85.7404811