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Embodied Grace: An Introduction to BioSpiritual Focusing

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53 Mill St, Westfield, MA 01085, USA
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Up to 15 in group
Date
Oct 1 - 3, 2027

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Imagine finding a place where science meets spirituality—where your body itself becomes a sanctuary for divine wisdom, and each breath opens a doorway to grace. At Genesis, we invite you into an experience that transcends thought and awakens the sacred dialogue between body, mind, and spirit.

This weekend retreat welcomes beginners and anyone seeking a refreshing return to the foundational practices of BioSpiritual Focusing (BSF). Together, we’ll explore the history and principles of this deeply contemplative approach, learning how to recognize and trust the body’s natural capacity to sense God’s presence. Guided by experienced facilitators, you’ll have opportunities to practice focusing, connect with others, and gently awaken the inner movements of your own felt-sense.

In a world that often prizes mental speed and constant productivity, BioSpiritual Focusing invites a vital slowing down—a way of listening not only with your mind but with the wisdom of your whole being. Through attentive, compassionate awareness, participants learn to honor the subtle sensations within as gateways to grace, healing, and wholeness.

More than a workshop, this is a journey into embodied spirituality—into everyday mysticism that brings you home to yourself, to others, and to the living presence of God in all things.

Weekend Schedule

Friday
3:00pm Check-in begins
3:00-6:00pm Arrival & Settle in at Guest Wing
6:00pm Dinner
7:15pm Welcome & Opening Session

Saturday
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Session II
10:45am Break
11:00am Session III
12:00pm Lunch
1:15pm Review/Questions & Demonstration II
2:15-4:45pm Focusing Breakout Groups
4:45pm Break
5:15pm Regroup & Discussion
6:00pm Dinner
7:15pm Session IV

Sunday
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am Session V
9:45am Focusing Breakout Groups
11:00am Discussion & Next Steps
11:45am Closing Circle
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Check-out & Departure

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Location icon Genesis Spiritual Center, 53 Mill St, Westfield, MA 01085, USA

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Customer Reviews

4.89 out of 5.0 average rating

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Taste of Italy
Truly an amazing evening with delicious food, creative ambiance, and delightful entertainment. Congratulations, Genesis, on launching this new experience of bringing people together for friendship and sheer delight. Looking forward to the next Table of Grace.

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Biospiritual Focusing retreat at Genesis
I recently attended a five day Biospiritual Focusing retreat at Genesis. The program was excellent. The coordinators experience and wisdom were extremely helpful. I also appreciated their caring and responsiveness to anything I needed.
The staff at the retreat house created a caring, welcoming environment in every way. The food was excellent, and much appreciated. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. It was a very positive experience, and am looking forward to my next retreat there.

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BioSpiritual Focusing Retreat 8/26
I received so many gifts of new knowledge and experiences from all 4 instructors and many participants. As always I enjoyed all of the outdoor spaces, especially the labyrinth. I truly appreciate the space that was freely available in the chapel, carriage house and friendship hall for myself and others to offer optional groups.

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Italy at Genesis
It was a wonderful evening. Not only was the food delicious, but the teamwork of the staff was admirable and the camaraderie of the guests made for an enjoyable evening. The ambiance was elegant!

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Table of Grace
Last Thursday evening I attended a Table of Grace Italian dinner with three friends. It was an amazing experience with sumptuous Italian food and beautiful hospitality. The four of us had been part of a Jubilee Year 2025 pilgrimage in Italy last August 2025 with our parish. The food and atmosphere at Genesis was ‘the real thing’!

Looking forward to the next themed event there at Genesis.

Thank you!

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