Deb Ondo is the Communications and Engagement Manager at the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Previously, she served as Program and Marketing Manager at Genesis. Her career spans media and nonprofits in Massachusetts and New York, and has earned her five prestigious broadcast Emmy awards for excellence in television. A lifelong artist, with a deep passion for nature, Deb is especially drawn to the Universe Story and ecospirituality. Her paintings explore humanity’s interconnectedness with the natural world, reflecting the belief that all beings are part of a living, interconnected whole. Her paintings can be found at https://www.debondowildart.com/
Details of this retreat
Creativity isn’t something we have or don’t have. It’s something we’re in relationship with.
Relationships require attention. They change. We neglect them. We return to them. Sometimes we trust them; sometimes we don’t. Sometimes we try to control them. And sometimes we have to listen without knowing what comes next.
Imagine your creativity as a relationship in your life. How would you describe that relationship right now? Much of daily life pulls us toward constant output, gradually dulling our capacity to notice, engage with, or utilize the creative instincts within us. Lent invites a pause.
In this one-hour virtual gathering, we’ll slow down, write from a few simple prompts, and explore what’s happening in our own creative lives. There will be time to share what you’re discovering with the group—or you can simply listen.
Think of this as an easy encounter with your creative life—and whatever might be calling to you.
No artistic background is needed. All creative orientations, belief systems, and spiritual paths are welcome.
Customer Reviews
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Yoga Retreat
Sally did an excellent job, we combined yoga with meditation and we also got to know each other. I will certainly come back. I enjoyed walking peacefully around the grounds.
Thank you
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Yoga Retreat for Inner Peace with Sally Barber
I thoroughly enjoyed my first time at Genesis.Food was great, staff helpful and friendly and welcoming, room clean and comfortable. Meeting rooms also lovely.
Thank you for everyting!
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Autumn labyrinth
The experience was amazing
Very informative and relaxing and a beautiful space. Our leader was so kind and knowledgeable. The food was also really good and I met some wonderful women. It would be wonderful to have this session every season of the year. Maybe not winter..
I look forward to attending other retreats and workshops at Genesis. Many thanks for all you do.
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Always leave more present, peace-filled
I attended the weekend retreat, "The Shadow and Love: Healing our relationships to self, others and God" with Brother Don Bisson and it was just what was needed prior to the midterm election. Br. Don delivered his characteristic insightful, heartfelt content, sprinkled with crackling wit and loving personal examples, which hit all the right spots. The great food, comfortable & Immaculate surroundings within a beautiful natural setting offered the perfect compliment. I like to do 2-3 annual retreats or other programs at Genesis to put back what my experience of 'the world' seems to take out. Thank you Genesis!
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shadow and love
I enjoyed the workshop titled Shadow and Love. The speaker was very knowledgeable and provided helpful information. Since the topic can be triggering, my only suggestion would be to combine this workshop with body movement such as yoga.