“When anam caras connect, barriers and walls fall between religions, cultures and genders, revealing the ancient truth that We Are One.” 
– Rev. Kathleen McKern Verigin

With the loving guidance of Kristi Williamson and Jennifer MacGregor Lopez, and held by the wild beauty of the West of Scotland, this journey invites women of all backgrounds into deep connection with the land, with self, and with each other.

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Together, we’ll explore the sacred feminine and the Celtic roots that once honored the feminine as life-giver, Earth-keeper, and water-bearer. Through daily yoga, ritual, movement, sacred song, storytelling, and artistic expression, we gather in remembrance and celebration of the many ways the holy lives within and around us. We welcome and honor the gifts each person brings.

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Your Journey Includes:

• 3 nights at Gargunnock House (Central Scotland)

• 3 nights on the Isle of Luing

• 2 nights on the Isle of Iona

• Visit to Stirling Castle

• Dinner at Jennifer’s family farm

• Ritual and exploration at Kilmartin Glen and Dunkeld Fort

• Time for reflection and wonder on Luing and Iona

• All transportation within Scotland – by land and sea, departing from Edinburgh

• Two nourishing meals per day (brunch and dinner)

  • Brunch ingredients will be provided for you to prepare at your own pace—eggs, yogurt, fruit, bread, oats, plant-based options, and more. Requests welcome.

  • On Day 7, you’re invited to explore and enjoy dinner out on Iona.

  • Days 8 and 9, you are invited to buy your Brunch on Iona or enjoy some basic brunch food that will be provided (granola, oats, etc)

PLUS:

• Daily Yoga & Embodied Movement practices accessible to all levels

• Sacred Song Circles and guided meditation

• Ritual & Tea Ceremonies grounded in connection to land and spirit

• Art-making & Expressive Arts (materials provided)

• Channeling Session with Intuitive Guide Kirsty MacGregor

• Fire Circles & Celtic Storytelling

• Poetry, Performance & Creative Expression

• Beautiful, comfortable accommodations in historic and wild landscapes

• A safe, inclusive space held in reverence and sisterhood​

Not Included:

• Flights to/from Scotland

• Alcoholic beverages

• Additional meals or drinks when dining out

• Optional third meals/snacks

• Day 7 evening meal 

Retreat Itinerary at a Glance:

Friday – Arrival
2:00 PM – Meet in central Edinburgh for tea, welcome, and packing
4:00 PM – Arrive at Gargunnock House
6:00 PM – Dinner, welcome circle + story-sharing with Kristi
Optional: Restorative Yoga

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Saturday – Ritual & Intuition
Morning Yoga + Brunch
Afternoon Tea Ceremony + Land Ritual
Evening: Channeling with Kirsty

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Sunday – Castles & Community
Yoga + Brunch
Afternoon visit to Stirling Castle
Evening dinner at Jennifer’s family farm

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Monday – Sacred Sites & Ritual
Yoga + Brunch
Travel to Kilmartin Glen for ritual
Evening ferry to Luing

Arrival and Dinner

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Tuesday – Integration & Silence
Yoga and Brunch

Sister Circle

Selkie Story

Silent Integration time

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Wednesday – Silence, Selkies & Fire

Solo artistic exploration

Afternoon: Tea ceremony 

Ceremonial fire share 

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Thursday – Travel & Iona
Morning Yoga + Brunch
Visit to Oban
Ferry to Mull and Iona
Evening: Dinner on your own

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Friday – Ceremony & Celebration

Walk to Iona’s southern Labyrinth
Afternoon: Crowning Ceremony & closing circle
Evening: Kristi’s Performance at Iona Abbey

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Saturday – Departure
Pack up, brunch, ferry back
Return to Edinburgh around 6 PM
Final goodbyes

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This is all subject to change.