About this trip
We will be embracing the beautiful change of season in picturesque Glastonbury, Ct. at The Connecticut River Valley Inn and Artists Rising Creativity Retreats. Join us for 5 days of artful nourishment, chef prepared meals on our beautiful historic property in the historic town of Glastonbury, CT with direct river access. Guests will have 24/7 access to the studio and the grounds, with opportunities to kayak, bike, paddleboards and add-on excursions. Enjoy unlimited laughter and friendship with kindred spirits while we learn Encountering God through Color and Movement from Andrea York.
Encountering God thru Color & Movement
Since the beginning of creation God made beauty from chaos using sound, light and color.
In this creative retreat, you will meet God just as He was in the Garden of Eden. You will learn the secret language of color and movement. It will be a holistic approach to worship, using your mind, body and spirit to encounter God and worship Him.
With an emphasis on worship flags, you will learn two flag making techniques and handcraft your own worship tools that are yours to keep. You will have freedom to explore contemplative movement in wide open spaces in nature.
The teaching time will include a Biblical foundation for worship and creative expression including worship flags and movement, understanding and exploring the spiritual realm of worship, and understanding your new identity in Jesus as a worshipper. Depending on the group, there may be extended sessions as we worship God together and experience His Presence.
You will leave the retreat and know God better, know yourself more and understand the power and significance of worship.
About Andrea York
Andrea York is the Creator and Designer for Catch the Fire Worship Flags. Andrea’s worship flags are among the best handmade flags available. She has perfected the design and construction for beautiful quality that will last for years.
Andrea has always had a special relationship with color. She has the rare gift of synethesia, a psychological phenomenon of intertwining color and sound. Andrea literally “sees” color for each sound.
Throughout her life she would see colors dance on sound waves during worship, but the churches she attended did not express worship with dancing or worship flags. When she attended a church where worship flags were used, in her mid 30s, Andrea knew she had found her place.
Andrea set out to learn everything she could about worship flags from the Bible, and in the process, learned the art of flagging worship.
Today, Andrea worships around the world with her worship flags, from the coastlines of the Pacific Ocean, to the mountain tops in Tibet, and is regularly invited to teach and help draw other worshippers into a Worship Renaissance – encountering God through color and movement.
What’s included
- Workshop Tuition
- Guest RoomsGuest room ammenities include Towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, hair dryers, in room coffeemaker, mini fridge, t.v., internet, lap desks, yoga mats
- Welcome ReceptionLight appetizers and refreshments
- All Meals and SnacksIncludes 4 nights of dinner, lunch and breakfast, daily snack breaks, unlimited coffee, tea & seltzer
- TransportationTaxis and rental cars available at airport
- Optional ExcusionsSee below for fun and inspiring add-on excursions
- Art SuppliesYour art supplies cost is part of your retreat fee or paid directly to instructor at first class. You will receive a current list of supplies as your retreat approaches.
- Travel Insurance
Available Packages
A room all to myself! Your room may include a shared bathroom and you may be assigned to a room in our Main property or at our Sister Farmhouse.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2295
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $253
Supplies fee
($125/person for 2 flags) $125
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2673
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
Price is per person. Double Occupancy. Our rooms are @325sf, you each have your own "sleeping nook" with fun and cozy privacy curtains and your own closet for personal items.
We assign all students to rooms based on giving everyone a great space. You may be assigned to a room in our Main property or at our Sister Farmhouse. Our sister Farmhouse has 3 private rooms with shared bathroom and kitchen/living/dining area.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $1950
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $215
Supplies fee
($125/person for 2 flags) $125
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2290
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
For participants who don't need overnight lodging. Price is per person and includes lunch only. Doesn't include 24/7 after hours studio use after end of workshop.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 6.45%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $895
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $58
Supplies fee
($125/person for 2 flags) $125
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1078
There are no prepay discounts for the Day Student rate
Do you have a loved one who you want to join you but WILL NOT be taking any classes? Use this add-on. This fee includes everything that the full rate includes EXCEPT for the classroom time.
This fee INCLUDES State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Guest $1200
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $132
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1332
Available options
Itinerary
5pm Welcome Reception - meet your fellow students reception with appetizers and refreshments.
Room check ins begin at 3pm