October 9 - 15, 2025

The Potential of Uncaused Love:

Giving Way AS/from the Mysterious Origin, Inhabiting the Sanctuary of the Holy Instant

Save the date for Spring 2026 Silent Retreat
May 28 (2pm) - June 3 (2pm)

Registration begins July 21 at 8 AM

Single in Kimsey Commons - $1300
Dorm Cabin or Tent Camping - $675
RV - $775
ZOOM - $150

Contact Kathleen Bren with questions, thebrens@outlook.com

This retreat is held in silence. Throughout the retreat we will be giving each other the gift of silent, supportive togetherness. The combination of the vibrant transmission of the teaching, not talking, silent sitting, togetherness, and guided/supportive activities creates a potent atmosphere for realization. We have the opportunity to set aside - comparisons, preconceptions, identifications, roles, routines, stories. Many obscurations may be flushed up into conscious awareness, but the attention is brought to the simple devotion of becoming quiet and still. There are no goals around fixing, solving, changing, achieving or naming psychological patterns and personal problems. It is a time to rest from our allegiance to the comings and goings of the mind’s endless narration and the repeating cycle of thought-belief-feeling. In this willingness to rest and listen, without seeking, without searching, without agenda, there exists a precious opportunity to directly encounter and deeply experience the naturally Silent ground of our Being, the fundamental Reality. This encounter with our true nature; the redemptive, liberating and peaceful Presence THAT IS; naturally inspires and enlivens the potential to live from, and as, a liberated wholeheartedness.

Location: Cove, Oregon

Ascension retreat center is a quiet, peaceful facility devoted to time apart. It provides an inviting and supportive container for inquiry and contemplation. The rooms are comfortable and bright with views of the surrounding valley and mountains. The food is fresh, home-cooked and prepared with love. Most special diet requests can be accommodated.