Naoma Riordan, L L C

RETREATS WITH NAOMA

New contemplative retreats and sacred gatherings are currently in development. Future offerings may include individual retreat days, small-group experiences, educator renewal retreats, spiritually inclusive gatherings, and customized retreats created in collaboration with churches, schools, and community organizations.Details will be shared as dates, locations, and registration information become available.

COMMUNITY RETREAT LISTINGS

Retreats are strengthened by connection and collaboration. This space may also feature selected retreats offered by trusted spiritual directors, retreat leaders, faith communities, and contemplative organizations.Community listings are shared as an informational service. Unless specifically stated, these retreats are not hosted, managed, or sponsored by Naoma Riordan, LLC. Registration, payment, policies, and participant communication remain the responsibility of the retreat organizer.

SHARE A RETREAT

Spiritual directors and retreat leaders within my professional community are invited to submit retreat opportunities for possible inclusion on this site.Please include the retreat title, date, location or virtual format, description, intended audience, cost, registration deadline, organizer contact information, and a direct registration link. Submissions will be reviewed before posting and may be updated or removed as circumstances change.

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Customized Retreat Experiences

Retreats may be thoughtfully designed in collaboration with churches, schools, spiritual direction groups, women’s groups, helping professionals, and community organizations.Experiences may range from a focused 60–90-minute gathering to a half-day, full-day, or weekend retreat. Each retreat can be shaped around the group’s purpose, spiritual background, setting, desired outcomes, and available time.Possible elements include silence, guided reflection, journaling, storytelling, contemplative practices, meaningful conversation, creative expression, movement, and experiences in nature.Pricing will be proposal-based and will reflect the retreat’s format, location, group size, materials, travel, and level of customization.

Community Retreat Listings

Community retreat listings are coming soon. Spiritual directors and retreat leaders within Naoma’s professional community are invited to submit opportunities for consideration.

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Naoma’s Retreat Approach

I create retreat spaces that invite people to slow down, breathe, listen deeply, and reconnect with what is sacred and meaningful in their lives.My approach may incorporate silence, reflection, journaling, storytelling, prayer, imagery, nature, creative practices, and meaningful conversation. Every gathering is shaped with attention to the needs, identities, spiritual backgrounds, and comfort of the participants.My own spirituality is rooted in the Christian tradition and enriched by the contemplative wisdom of other faith traditions. Participants are never required to adopt a particular belief or participate in a practice that does not feel appropriate. The goal is to offer a hospitable space where each person can engage honestly and freely.

WHO IS WELCOME?

Retreats are designed to welcome people from different faith traditions, spiritual backgrounds, cultures, identities, and life experiences, including those who are questioning, uncertain, or unaffiliated with a religious institution.LGBTQIA+ participants are fully welcomed and affirmed. No one will be expected to defend their identity, adopt my beliefs, or participate in a practice that feels inappropriate.Some retreats may be created for a particular audience or community. Any participation requirements will be stated clearly in the retreat description.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each retreat will have its own rhythm, but participants can expect a thoughtfully prepared environment with clear guidance, opportunities for reflection, and freedom to engage at their own comfort level.Depending on the retreat, our time may include silence, guided reflection, journaling, prayer, imagery, meaningful conversation, creative expression, movement, or time in nature.Schedules, accessibility information, meals, materials, participation expectations, cancellation policies, and other important details will be provided before registration.