Join your beloved sisters as we deepen our experience with the feminine divine through our embodied presence and connection to The Mountain in its physical reality. We will nurture a sense of oneness and connection with the natural world, honoring the elements and nature within ourselves.

The Mountain is such a magical place; let’s take time to get to know it better. We’ll connect with the fires that forged these mountains, the gems underground, the stone of the boulders, and the winds that shaped this unique ecosystem. We will appreciate the unique dwarf white oaks, the ancient mosses, the waters of local ponds, creeks, rivers, and waterfalls, and the wildlife that calls The Mountain its home. We will open our hearts to receive love and support from The Mountain, Mother Earth, the Natural World, and One Another.

With excited anticipation, (left to right) Penny Featherstone, Em Stecker, Beth Butterfield, Nancy Hagman, Carolyn Miller, and Christina Kulak look forward to seeing you in April!

Our events are held at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center near Highlands, North Carolina.

Mark your calendars for future UU Womenspirit Events:

Sep 30-Oct 4, 2026

May 12-16, 2027

Oct 6-10, 2027

May 17-21, 2028

Oct 4-8, 2028

SAVE THE DATE!

Make Time for Yourself and Renew Your Energy!

Join us for a time of relaxation, rejuvenation, and illuminating workshops to feed the mind, body, and spirit.

Women’s Weekend is:

• A retreat offered for the women of Eliot Chapel, friends, family, and women of UU churches in the surrounding area.
• A time for ourselves where we can enjoy the beauty of nature, fun activities, a wide array of workshops, our “Scholarship Silent Auction,” 
• BYOB wine tasting, massage, crafts, singing around the bonfire, great food, and – the best yet – camaraderie!

Choose to attend Saturday only, Friday evening through Saturday, or Friday evening through early Sunday morning.

Private or double rooms available.  Most meals are included.

Registration will begin mid-March, so look for more information in the coming weeks!

This is our 3-night Retreat in one of our favorite places! Walk the labyrinth, stroll the trails, listen to the birds, and enjoy this cool valley for its green space! We usually have a keynote speaker and three or more workshops. Saturday night bonfire and singing top off this weekend.

https://www.uuwomensconnection.org/retreats/register/summer/summer-retreat-2026 

Our events are held at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center near Highlands, North Carolina.

Save the dates: 

May 12-16, 2027

Oct 6-10, 2027

May 17-21, 2028

Oct 4-8, 2028

Our events are held at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center near Highlands, North Carolina.

Mark your calendars for future UU Womenspirit Events:

Oct 6-10, 2027

May 17-21, 2028

Oct 4-8, 2028

UUA General Assembly in-person.

Our events are held at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center near Highlands, North Carolina.

Save the dates: 

May 17-21, 2028

Oct 4-8, 2028