Q. What is spirituality?
A. It is the innate spark that makes us human. This spark may be seen as a divine source or inner energy that is a unifying connecter of mind, body and soul/spirit. Spirituality is the ability to find a higher purpose in life, of living more consciously and intentionally.

Q. Why is spirituality important?
A. To help people find peace in a chaotic, fast-paced world.

Q. Who is welcome at The Cottage Retreat Center?
A. All who seek understanding, caring and peace in their lives.

Q. When would you benefit most from the Center?
A. Anytime! Especially during times of transition, searching, loss and seeking deeper insight.

Q. What is the purpose of the Center?
A. To enhance the quality of life for individuals, the Jackson community and beyond while enriching life's spiritual journey by nurturing the whole person.

Q. What is offered at The Cottage Retreat Center?
A. Learning events such as day retreats, workshops, classes in disciplines such as meditation, prayer, writing, art, music and dream work. The focus is spiritual enlightenment, inner peace, intentional living and developing meaningful relationships.

Q. Why is a more consciously intentional life essential for everyday life?
A.We discover a deeper awareness of the choices made that affect well-being of self, our relationships,
the community in which we live and
indeed the world. Life can be vibrant with vision of possibilities, even in the midst of challenges as one’s path is renewed through spiritual practices.

Q. What are spiritual practices?
A. Spiritual practices are as numerous and diverse as there are individuals. Some practices are meditation, centering, journaling, spiritual reading, collage, working reflectively with art expressions and poetry.

Q. Why is silence and solitude essential for human development?
A. Silence and solitude awakens the potential of getting in touch with what is essential for a full and authentic life. From this flows appreciation and respect for self and others thus nurturing healthy dynamic relationships.

Q. Where is The Cottage Retreat Center?
A. We are conveniently located in Jackson, at 634 North Mechanic Street in Jackson, Michigan (at ART 634).