Member for

5 years 5 months
Photo
Cover Photo
bergamot blooms in a summer field
First Name
Deborah
Last Name
Haak-Frost
Biography

If you make a reservation for a retreat at GilChrist, you will most likely see my name on the email signature, talk with me on the phone, or see my face when you arrive. I’ve always delighted in being able to connect people with the natural world in ways that allow them to experience their environment deeply and meaningfully. My undergraduate degree in psychology and environmental studies paved the way for this beautiful integration of two passions of mine. The principles of permaculture – earth care, people care, and fair share – also shape my approach to my work. Making rest and retreat more accessible for all is something I try to work toward.

I also do a lot of the behind-the-scenes logistics and administrative work at GilChrist: working with group retreat facilitators, handling billing, managing social media, keeping the website up to date, cataloging the library, and also pitching in with cabin cleaning and feeding the goats.

When I’m not at work, you can find me volunteering in my Three Rivers community, cooking and baking in my kitchen, taking in thought-provoking television and movies with my husband, or daydreaming about grand garden plans for my backyard.

Job Title
Caretaker for Community Engagement
Cover Caption
Bergamot blooms in this summer view from the GilChrist office
Engagement Results Display
Off
Staff Department
Department or Org
GilChrist
Email
dhaak@fetzer.org

In "Understanding Death and Passing for Everyone", we will explore ways to become more compassionate with others and ourselves during the end-of-life season. From a holistic perspective, we will discover ways of dealing with our intimate needs and feelings. We will draw on a non-denominational spiritual nature, including a First Nations’ talking circle, as we find the wisdom available to us from within. We will explore caring for loved ones and ourselves while making the end-of-life journey. Together, we will come together as a group as well as break for time alone in nature and the presence of silence from within. WindHill is reserved for our learning and discussion. Participants are asked to bring their lunch and drink, and a notebook and pen. Participants over age 17, please.

About the Facilitator

Lisa Wolfe provides consultations and appointments for Energy Care and Wellbeing; Understanding Death and Passing; Intuitive Counseling; Pure Spiritual Healing; and Animal Healing through the teachings of Spiritual Teacher, Mata Yogananda Mahasaya Dharma. Lisa is a Michigan native who enjoys living immersed in beautiful nature while writing about and navigating her spiritual journey as a nurse and healer.

Retreat Schedule

9:00-9:10 a.m.: Enter retreat and check in

9:10-9:20 a.m.: Prepare the stillness as a group before retreat begins

11:20-11:40 a.m.: Break in the silence

11:40 a.m.: Continue seminar content

12:45-1:45 p.m.: Lunch

1:45 p.m.: Continue seminar content and time in nature

3:30-4:30 p.m.: Sharing of experiences; review and closing thoughts

Registration Details

First, email Lisa or call her at (269) 221-8335 to register for the seminar. The cost of the seminar is $160. Space is limited. Please inquire about options for financial need accommodations.

Participants may reserve a cabin to stay overnight if space is available. Once you have registered and paid for the seminar with Lisa, she will direct you to contact GilChrist to reserve a cabin using the online registration form or by calling the main office at (269) 244-1130. Lodging is $60 per person per night in addition to the seminar fee. Participants will arrange check-in and check-out with GilChrist directly.

Lunch on Saturday will be in the silence. Individuals are responsible for their own meal(s). Each guest space at GilChrist is equipped with a complete kitchen, and there is a kitchen space available at WindHill. See the complete GilChrist FAQ for more information about the facility.

Event Type
Start Date
End Date
Join
On
Event Category
Location

GilChrist Retreat Center
56265 Day Rd
Three Rivers, MI 49093-9535
United States