SPRINGBANK
RETREAT
Awaken Your Spirit At Springbank
Sanctuary for Eco-spirituality and the Arts
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Rest the Body. Renew the Spirit. Refresh the Mind.
Experience rejuvenation through eco-spirituality and artistic expression at our retreat center.
SPRINGBANK'S PROGRAMS
Discover the transformative power of Springbank Retreat’s diverse programs—where nature, creativity, and spirituality meet to inspire renewal. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful sabbatical, a contemplative retreat, or an engaging workshop, our offerings invite you to reconnect with yourself and the Earth in a setting of beauty and serenity. Explore experiences in the creative arts, ecological awareness, and interfaith spirituality, all designed to nurture the body, expand the mind, and awaken the heart.
Reconnect and Rejuvenate
Jacki Mariest
In the pace of daily life, we can lose touch with our body and spirit. This retreat invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and restore your inner balance.
Cost: $395
Registration: $95 (non‑refundable) - Balance: $300
Includes program, accommodations, and meals.
The Cosmic Story: Implications for Life and Faith
Sr. Sharon Zayac
Through reflection, dialogue, and exploration of the Ten Powers of the Universe, participants will discover how this Story lives within their own lives. Enjoy time for personal reflection, group sharing, and quiet moments among Springbank’s sacred woods and ancient live oak, “Grandmother Tree.”
Cost: $395
Registration: $95 (non‑refundable) -
Balance: $300
Zoom: $50
Includes program, accommodations, and meals.
Forest Bathing and Contemplative Photography
Julie Westhoven
Experience Forest Bathing, the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku—a slow, guided walk that invites stillness, sensory awareness, and shared reflection in nature.
Complement this with Contemplative Photography, using your phone or camera to see and capture the world with mindful vision.
Cost: $395
Registration: $95 (non‑refundable) -
Balance: $300
Includes program, accommodations, and meals.
LIVING OUR VIRIDITAS
SUSAN LINCOLN
Experience the transformative power of viriditas, the greening force of life, in this captivating program led by Susan Lincoln. Inspired by the teachings of St. Hildegard of Bingen, Susan invites you to delve into awareness, breath, movement and an experience of healing to rejuvenate your spirit and discover your voice.
Cost: $630 Registration: $100 (non-refundable) Balance: $530 Includes program, accommodations, and meals.
Arrive 5:30pm for dinner and depart 1pm after lunch
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
DREAMS: A PATH TO HEALING
ELIZABETH GRUND
Take the first step towards unlocking the power of your dreams. Join our journey into dreams. Discover how your dreams can guide you toward health, wholeness, and deeper self-awareness.
Cost: $395 Registration $95 (non-refundable) Balance $300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10:30am and depart after last session at 4:30pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
GROWING ONE'S SOUL
POETRY, PAINTING, AND MOVEMENT
SR. TRINA, SR. ANITA, HELEN WALKER
This retreat is an invitation to pay attention to the sacred impulses rising up in our hearts as we touch into other modes of understanding. It is a unique opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse ourselves in a serene environment that fosters reflection and growth.
Cost : $395 Registration: $95 (non-refundable) Balance$ 300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am and depart after last session at 4.30pm
BASKETS OF GRACE
BASKET WEAVING AS SPIRITUAL ART
SR. LINDA SZOCIK, SSJ, TOSF
Immerse yourself in the meditative art of basket weaving, a practice that nurtures creativity and fosters connection. This program seamlessly integrates the making of beautiful baskets, personal reflection and ritual offering a holistic and enriching experience.
Cost $560 Deposit $80 (non-refundable) Balance $480
Arrive by 10.30 am on April 28 and leave on April 30th at 4.30pm
Includes program, materials, accommodations and meals
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
SPIRIT QUEST
RICHARD GUESS
Inspired by the traditional Vision Quest, and paying homage to the Seven Sacred Ceremonies of the Lakota, the Spirit Quest weekend has been described by many past participants as a deeply prayerful and insightful experience.
Friday 5.30 pm dinner followed by introduction to Spirit Quest.
Ends Sunday at 1.00 pm after lunch.
Cost $325 Registration $75 (non-refundable) Balance $250
Cost includes accommodations and meals.
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
INDIGENOUS WISDOM/POTTERY
SR. TRINA MCCORMICK, SR. ANITA BRAGANZA
Enjoy a mini-sabbatical exploring the ancient wisdom of indigenous peoples, learning ways of relating to the natural world with greater reverence.
Cost: $1450 Registration $200 (non-refundable) Balance : $1250
Includes program, materials for pottery, accommodations and meals.
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30 am depart after lunch at 1:00pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
HONOR YOUR JOURNEY
RENEW YOUR SPIRIT
SARAH AND DR. MICHAEL GALAMBOS
Soul Stretch Retreat at Springbank: Honor Your Journey, Renew Your Spirit
Rejuvenate body, mind, and spirit in the stillness of Springbank's serene beauty.
This experience of deep self-reflection and reconnection with Divinity is designed to calm your mind, open your heart and soften your soul.
Cost : $500 Registration: $100 (non-refundable) Balance $400
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrive 3/6 at 5:30pm, Depart 3/8 at 1:00pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
YOGA FOR HEALTH AND VITALITY
DEB ADAMS
Discover the transformative power of yoga on this rejuvenating retreat led by yoga teacher Deb Adams. Immerse yourself in yoga practices that increase your health and vitality.
Cost : $395 Registration: $95 (non-refundable) Balance $300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am on Tuesday and depart after last session on Wednesday at 4:30pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
BE THE CHANGE:
SUPPORTING YOUR LIFE PATH WITH SOUL COLLAGE AND THE LABYRINTH
CATHERINE ANDERSON
This retreat offers a spacious, embodied exploration of the labyrinth and the SoulCollage® process—two powerful, complementary practices for listening deeply to your inner life and discerning your sense of purpose. Together, we explore questions such as: What is mine to do? Who am I becoming? How am I called to contribute to the healing of the world?
Through movement, image, reflection, and guided practice, participants will explore how personal callings ripple outward into the wider world.
This retreat is open to anyone seeking renewal, discernment, or deeper meaning, and also serves as a Qualifying Workshop for anyone wishing to attend a Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator Training, either online or in person. However, this is not required to attend. All are welcome.
Cost : $650 Registration: $100(non-refundable) Balance $550
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Begins on April 9th with dinner at 5.30 and ends on April 12 with lunch at 1pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
MINDFULNESS: A WAY OF LIFE
A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE
JACQUIE O'MALLEY
This two day retreat is designed to help participants disconnect from daily distractions and reconnect with inner peace, clarity, and nature. The retreat emphasizes the healing power of silence, supported by meditation, mindful movement, and breathwork.
Cost: $395 | Registration $95 (non-refundable), Balance $300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrive at 10:30am and depart at 4:30pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
UNVEILING THE SACRED HARMONY:
INTEGRAL ECOLOGY
SR. LINDA GIBLER, OP
Life and death that gives rise to new life is part of the ongoing drama of the Universe at all levels.
Through the lens of Integral Ecology, we'll delve into our profound connections with the Universe and the life-giving elements of nature that we encounter daily. Integral Ecology invites us to recognize the intricate web of relationships that bind us to God, others, all beings, and our own hearts.
Cost : $395 Registration: $95 (non-refundable) Balance $300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am and depart at 4:30pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
TAPPING GREEN WISDOM
SR. PAM SMITH
Mystics and poets have long been understood to be in touch with the deeper things of the spirit.
This presentation will consider themes spanning the spiritual and the natural world as seen in Scripture and in the insights of St. Hildegard of Bingen, a doctor of the Church, and the Beguine visionary Mechtild of Magdeburg.
Cost $100 registration $40 (non refundable) Balance $60
Includes program, lunch, tea/coffee. Arrive 10:30am, Depart 4:30pm
HOW EVOLUTION IS CHANGING
OUR FAITH IN THE 21ST CENTURY
DIARMUID O'MURCHU
This workshop encourages participants to rethink and expand their understanding of faith and theology in light of today’s global challenges. It emphasizes the need to move beyond traditional beliefs by integrating new scientific knowledge, deepening ecological awareness, and recognizing our interconnectedness with all life.
The goal is to develop a theology that is both relevant and transformative, providing the wisdom, courage, and hope needed to address the complexities of our time.
Cost $395 Registration $95 (non-refundable) Balance $300 (Zoom option available for $60)
Includes program, accommodation and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am depart after last session at 4:30pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
DISCOVERING AND LIVING THE NEW COSMOLOGY
STEPHAN MARTIN
Modern science reveals that we live in a universe far richer, more profound, and more wonderful than anything we could have ever imagined. Join Stephan Martin, astronomer and author to discover how the emerging New Cosmology weaves together insights from modern science and traditional wisdom to show that we live in a sacred reality that is personal, meaningful, and radically inclusive.
In our time together there will be plenty of time for discussion, reflection, and even stargazing (weather permitting) as we explore what it means to be participants in an unfolding, creative, and mysterious universe.
Cost : $395 Registration: $95 (non-refundable) Balance $300
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am and depart after last session at 4:30pm.
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
Awakening the Cosmological Powers within: Subjectivity, Creativity and Cosmic Leadership
STEPHAN MARTIN
In this exploration, we’ll engage the cosmological powers—the universal dynamics of allurement, emergence, creativity, synergy, radiance, and even cataclysm—through which the universe has shaped stars, life, consciousness, and our own inner unfolding.
Drawing on a Deeptime perspective and Brian Swimme’s work, we’ll discover how these same powers move within us as expressions of the universe’s own subjectivity, calling us to deepen our sensitivity, awaken our creativity, and align our lives with the generative forces that sustain the Whole.
As we recognize ourselves as unique portals through which these powers flow, we learn to navigate change with greater trust, cultivate intimacy with the world around us, and participate more consciously in the ongoing creativity of the cosmos.
Cost : $500 Registration: $100(non-refundable) Balance $400
Includes program, accommodations and meals
Arrival and departure: Begins at 5.30pm with dinner and ends with lunch at 1pm
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS SERENITY
GILLIAN ROMANO
This retreat invites you to paint with the heart and mind, exploring your creativity in a relaxed and natural way. Through painting, you will connect with your inner artist, expressing yourself freely while connecting with the energy of Universe.
This Intuitive Painting Retreat is designed for artists of all levels to connect with their inner creativity and express themselves through the art of painting.
Cost $540 Registration $100 (non-refundable) Balance $440
Includes program, materials, accommodation and meals.
Bring an apron and journal
Arrival and departure: Arrive by 10.30am on February 27 and depart at 4.30pm on March 1st.
You may check in earlier or extend your stay, depending upon availability, by contacting Sr. Anita at 843 372 6311.
ROOTED AND WILD
APRIL PUNSULAN
The natural world has always held the medicine we seek—both for body and spirit. In this weekend retreat, join April Punsalan, herbalist, botanist, and founder of Wild Herb Academy, for an immersive journey into wild plant medicine, Ayurveda, and seasonal self-care.
Through guided foraging walks, hands-on medicine-making, and the ancient lens of Ayurvedic wisdom, we’ll explore how to reconnect with the Earth and ourselves in the season of turning inward.
In our time together there will be plenty of opportunity for reflection, discussion, walking the beautiful forest trails at Springbank, learning to identify and work with wild herbs, and creating your own homemade herbal remedy.
This retreat is open to all levels—from beginners to seasoned plant lovers.
Arrive 10:30am on 4/7 and depart at 4:30 on 4/8
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PRIVATE RETREATS DESIGNED BY YOU
A Time to Rest and Renew at Springbank
Come away for a time of rest, reflection, and renewal at Springbank Retreat. Nestled in the quiet beauty of nature, Springbank offers a sacred space to step back from the noise of daily life and listen deeply to the stirrings of your spirit.
Whether you come for solitude and prayer, gentle walks beneath the trees, creative expression, or simple silence, you will find the support you need to slow down and reconnect—with yourself, with creation, and with the Divine Presence that renews all things.
Private retreat days are available throughout the year, with options for spiritual direction or guided reflection upon request. Each retreat is shaped to meet your personal rhythm and longing for quiet rest and spiritual refreshment.
Come and rest awhile for a day, a few days, or longer. Let your soul breathe again at Springbank.
Create Your Own Personal Retreat
One-Day Retreat — $30
Enjoy a full day of quiet, reflection, and rest on your own schedule.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Multi-Day Retreat
Stay for as long as your spirit needs—choose the rhythm that suits you best.
Two Nights: $250 | Five Nights: $650
Bring your own food and have use of the dining area, library, chapel, art room, and walk the many moss covered trails
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GROUP RETREATS
Together on the Journey — Renewed, Rested, Reconnected
Discover a day of renewal and reconnection at Springbank Retreat. We invite church communities and ministry groups to spend a day on our peaceful grounds for a customized one-day retreat for up to 20 participants.
Nestled amid nature’s quiet beauty, Springbank offers sacred space for reflection, learning, and spiritual growth. Whether your group seeks a quiet day of rest, a guided program, or a time to come together in prayer and conversation, our team will help you shape a meaningful experience that meets your community’s needs.
Come away—just for a day—and return refreshed in spirit.
To schedule a retreat or learn more, contact us at insert email/phone or visit Springbank’s website. We look forward to welcoming your community to this place of peace and renewal.
COST PER PERSON: Starting at $30
PROVIDE YOUR OWN SACK LUNCH
INDOOR DINING AVAILABLE
CONTACT: Sr. Anita for availability at 843-372-6311
WRITER'S SABBATICALS
Come write, rest, and rediscover the joy of your own voice.
A writer’s sabbatical in one of our quiet cottages or hermitages invites you to step away from daily demands and settle into a spacious rhythm of your own making. Whether you come for a week, two, or longer, this time allows your inner and outer worlds to realign — words flow more freely, insights arise naturally, and silence becomes a living companion.
Here, surrounded by nature’s stillness, you can listen deeply, write without interruption, and nurture your creative spirit. Each day unfolds at your own pace, guided by the gentle pulse of light, rest, and imagination.
Writers are invited to experience the inspiration of Springbank Retreat—the very place where Sue Monk Kidd was inspired to write the 'Dance of the Dissident Daughter.' Nestled among our circle of tall pines and ancient live oaks, this sacred landscape continues to offer the quiet beauty and contemplative space that stir creativity and awaken the soul.
Two Nights: $250
Five Nights: $650
Weekly Rate: $800
Monthly Rate: $2,500
Call Sr. Anita Braganza for availability: 843-372-6311
Experience the beauty of stillness and simplicity. Prepare your own meals and savor the gift of unhurried time in a peaceful, natural setting.
Your stay includes full access to the labyrinth, art center, library, chapel, gazebo chapel, and 80 acres of serene woodland and wetlands.
ARTIST'S SABBATICAL
Where imagination wanders, wonder returns, and creation begins anew.
Springbank Retreat invites artists to come for a sabbatical—a sacred time to rest, create, and be inspired by the stillness of nature. Here, you will find your own quiet space to imagine and invent, with access to well-equipped art studios, peaceful woodlands for long reflective walks, and a nurturing atmosphere that honors the creative spirit.
Whether you are painting, sculpting, weaving, writing, or exploring new mediums, Springbank offers the time and freedom to deepen your craft and reconnect with the source of your inspiration.
Two Nights: $250
Five Nights: $650
Weekly Rate: $800
Monthly Rate: $2,500
Call Sr. Anita Braganza for availability: 843-372-6311
Experience the beauty of stillness and simplicity. Prepare your own meals and savor the gift of unhurried time in a peaceful, natural setting.
Your stay includes full access to the labyrinth, art center, library, chapel, gazebo chapel, and 80 acres of serene woodland and wetlands.
WHAT ARE SABBATICALS?
A JOURNEY OF RENEWAL
Springbank invites you to rest, renew, and rediscover your center in our four-, eight-, or twelve-week sabbatical programs. Designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit, each program offers a healing and supportive environment for those in transition, seeking renewal, or desiring a deeper relationship with Earth, self, and all beings.
Here, in the quiet rhythms of nature, you’ll encounter new sources of hope and a deepening of your spiritual journey. Rooted in simplicity and love for Earth, Springbank offers space to slow down, listen deeply, and participate in the transformation of human consciousness.
Rest your body, renew your spirit, and refresh your mind in surroundings that foster prayer, contemplation, and creative expression. Alongside opportunities for solitude, you’ll find community with others on the path of spiritual awakening. Participants are also invited to share in the spiritual richness of our ongoing retreat offerings throughout their stay.
The full twelve-week sabbatical encompasses all the dimensions of Springbank’s program—spiritual, creative, and ecological—and may be tailored to your personal needs and rhythm. Our focus is on the healing, nourishment, and empowerment of women and men seeking wholeness.
A Springbank Sabbatical is a sacred pause—a time to rest the body, refresh the mind, and renew the spirit through quiet reflection and connection with nature’s healing rhythm.
SPRINGBANK DESIGNED SABBATICALS
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12-WEEK SABBATICAL
Our 12‑week Sabbatical invites you to pause, renew, and open yourself to transformation through rest, creativity, and spiritual reconnection.
12 weeks $9900
Registration Fee $400 (non-refundable)
General Art Fee $250
The costs listed above include all programs, delicious home-cooked meals, comfortable lodging, access to TV, WiFi, and laundry facilities.
Please note that Springbank maintains a no-refund policy for early departures or delayed arrivals. Fees are subject to change.
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8-WEEK SABBATICAL
Our 8‑week Sabbatical invites you to shape your own retreat days—a gentle rhythm of rest, creativity, and prayer—so you can renew your spirit and deepen your relationship with God in a quiet, supportive setting.
8 weeks $8100
Registration Fee $400 (non-refundable)
General Art Fee $250
The rates listed above include all retreat programs, nourishing home-cooked meals, peaceful and comfortable lodging, and access to TV, WiFi, and laundry facilities to support a restful and renewing stay.
Please note that Springbank maintains a no-refund policy for early departures or delayed arrivals. Fees are subject to change.
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4-WEEK SABBATICAL
Our 4‑week Sabbatical opens a contemplative space where you design your own rhythm of prayer, stillness, and creative expression in your choice of 4 weeks of sabbatical, entering more deeply into the hidden Presence of God who longs to renew your soul.
4 weeks $4850
Registration Fee $400 (non-refundable)
General Art Fee $250
The costs listed above include all programs, delicious home-cooked meals, comfortable lodging, access to TV, WiFi, and laundry facilities.
Please note that Springbank maintains a no-refund policy for early departures or delayed arrivals. Fees are subject to change.
Mini Sabbaticals
Longing for a gentle pause — time to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your spirit and the beauty of nature? Our mini-sabbaticals invite you to step away from the busyness of daily life and enter a space of quiet renewal. Whether your heart is calling for rest, creative exploration, or deeper spiritual grounding, you’ll find the freedom and support to simply be.
Choose the rhythm that feels right for you — stay a few days or a couple of weeks, and let our peaceful surroundings nurture your body, mind, and soul. You’ll return home refreshed, centered, and renewed with a clearer sense of purpose and connection.
Create your own meaningful mini-sabbatical by selecting the time frame and experiences that speak to you during our 12-week session. This is your time — crafted with care, guided by intention, and open to grace.
Two thoughtfully designed Mini Sabbaticals are also available for you: one featuring Steve Martin’s sessions on The New Cosmology, and the other blending Indigenous Wisdom with Pottery. You’ll find detailed descriptions in the next two sections.
Stardust and Spirit: A Journey into the New Cosmology - Mini-Sabbatical
Steve Martin
Step away from the noise of daily life and experience a time of rest, renewal, and wonder.
Join Stephan Martin — astronomer, author, and modern mystic — for a transformative mini-sabbatical retreat, March 10–15, as we journey together into the mystery and miracle of our evolving Universe.
Through gentle guidance, reflection, conversation, and time in nature, awaken to the deep connection between the vast cosmos and your own inner landscape. Wander shaded forest trails, walk the Labyrinth, or spend quiet moments with Grandmother Tree — Springbank’s 500–800-year-old live oak and cherished elder.
Retreat Details
Dates: March 10–15
Arrival: by 10:30 a.m. on March 10
Departure: after lunch on March 15 (1:00 p.m.)
Cost: $820 total — includes program, accommodations, and meals
($100 non-refundable registration + $720 balance)
Come and rekindle your sense of wonder beneath the stars — and within your own heart.
INDIGENOUS WISDOM AND POTTERY
MINI-SABBATICAL
Indigenous Wisdom, Spirit Quest and Pottery: Connecting the Ancient Past with the Ancient Future Mini Sabbatical
Trina McCormick, OP
Anita Braganza, CJ
Richard Guess
Yona FrenchHawk
Step away from the everyday and enter a time of renewal inspired by the ancient wisdom of Indigenous peoples. During this mini-sabbatical, you’ll explore sacred ways of living in harmony with the Earth—learning to see, listen, and create with reverence.
Guided by Spirit and the natural world, you will shape your own unique earthen vessels using simple hand-building techniques. No art experience is needed—only an open heart and a willingness to discover beauty in the process.
Enjoy time for solitude and reflection, balanced with the companionship of fellow seekers, as you together open to the inspiration of the Spirit.
Program Details
• Cost: $1,450 (includes program, pottery materials, lodging, and meals)
• Registration: $200 non-refundable deposit
• Balance: $1,250 due before arrival
• Arrival and Departure: Arrive by 10:30 a.m. and depart after lunch at 1:00 p.m.
• Early check-in or extended stay may be available.
Please contact Sr. Anita at 843-372-6311 for details.
ABOUT US
Springbank Retreat is a center for eco-spirituality and the arts, located on 80 acres of forest and wetlands in Kingstree, South Carolina. We offer retreats, sabbaticals, and programs that provide time for rest, renewal, and reconnection in a welcoming and inclusive setting.
Our focus is on spirituality that honors the sacred connection between all living things. Through contemplative practice, creative arts, and interfaith and indigenous wisdom, guests explore ways to live with greater harmony and purpose.
Springbank’s team and presenters bring years of experience in spirituality, ecology, and the arts. Here, you’ll find peaceful space, a caring community, and opportunities for clarity and healing—whether you visit for a weekend or a longer stay.
OUR TEAM AND STAFF
Springbank Retreat is blessed with a devoted staff whose quiet diligence and generous hearts shape the healing atmosphere experienced by every guest. Rooted in prayer, eco-spirituality, and the arts, they work together to welcome each person as family, tending not only to the beauty of the land and buildings but also to the inner lives of those who come seeking rest and renewal.
Their collaborative spirit, simple lifestyle, and reverence for Earth reflect Springbank’s mission of compassion and contemplative presence, creating a safe, nurturing space where body, mind, and spirit can be restored. With competence, kindness, and a deep sense of ministry, they serve behind the scenes and in direct accompaniment, making Springbank a true sanctuary of hospitality and hope.
Anita Braganza, CJ
Director
Loretto Sister Anita of the U.S. Region of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM) brings to Springbank her experience as Province and Community Leader, High School Principal, and Youth Animator. She holds an MA in English Literature, an MS in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University Maryland, and a Licentiate in Piano from Trinity College of Music, London.
As Executive Director since September 1, 2022, Anita offers creativity, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to Springbank’s mission—along with the gift of music that fills gatherings with joy and prayerful spirit.
Trina McCormick, OP
Founding Director, Pottery Art
Artist, spiritual director, licensed massage therapist. Trina has been committed to retreat work and native spirituality and rituals for more than 30 years and has developed the ecological initiative at Springbank.
At the meeting of the Board of Directors in June 2022, Trina requested the Board that she be relieved of her role as Executive Director with effect from September 1, 2022.
Trina retired officially as Executive Director and was honoured with the title Founding Director of Springbank by the Board of Directors.
Amanda Metzger
Marketing
Amanda brings creativity, strategy, and a love of storytelling to her work at Springbank. She manages marketing communications, including social media, email campaigns, and website updates, helping share the beauty of Springbank’s programs and property with a wider audience.
Amanda also works full time in public health and owns her marketing company, Only Sunshine Design. When she’s not promoting retreats, she enjoys spending time with her two amazing kids, reading, and running.
Marce Wilson
Marce is a pediatric nurse and certified Healing Touch practitioner who generously dedicates over four months each year to join us from Canada and share in Springbank’s mission. Her love for the outdoors, along with her skills in building and grounds, continually enhances the beauty of our surroundings. Through her commitment to healing, she nurtures the well-being of both our participants and the natural world.
Sr. Teresa Lynch, CSJ
Sister Teresa Lynch, CSJ, devoted fifty years to the field of education, including more than two decades as an elementary school administrator. In addition to her work in schools, she founded the “Pup in Prison” program for individuals serving life sentences at the California Institution for Women in Chino—a transformative initiative that continues to this day.
Deeply nourished by her love of photography and the natural world, Sister Teresa recently completed a three-month sabbatical at Springbank. She now looks forward to contributing her gifts, wisdom, and experience as a member of the Springbank team.
Betsy
House Manager
Betc Copeland has lived in the Kingstree area for most of her life. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Safety Administration from Grand Canyon University. She is the proud parent of three children—Grayson, Peyton, and Carter.
She has worked as a Business Manager with the Williamsburg County Department of Social Services for the past 20 years.
Betc wrote, 'Springbank is one of the most peaceful environments I have experienced, and I truly enjoy meeting and interacting with guests and volunteers.'
In her free time, she loves going to the beach and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jayleef Brown
Rodney
Teri Osborne
Teri has been part of the Springbank Retreat community for many years, initially as a participant in a variety of programs. More recently, she has also offered her time and presence in a supportive role during her visits.
Teri makes her home in Virginia, but returns for each sabbatical session, generously sharing her gifts as an educator and ecologist with our community.
Teri recently wrote, 'Here is a place where I can just be, just breathe. Whether wandering the woodland paths, meditating at the Medicine Wheel, or playing with paints in the Art Building, I experience an embodied wholeness and the holiness of all things. I am held and healed more deeply each time."
SPRINGBANK'S VISION
Springbank Retreat Center embodies an integrated approach to life and a deep harmony with all creation. It is a place of healing, devoted to nurturing spiritual, mental, and physical well-being, and to awakening the transformative power of creative energy. Grounded in prayer, scripture, compassion, mindfulness, and care for the Earth, Springbank welcomes all as a sacred haven where every aspect of creation is honored and revered.Come and rest into the quiet, moss‑soft paths that wind through our 80 acres of live oak, pine, and magnolia, letting the stillness draw you gently into prayer. Join one or more of our carefully tended programs, each created to listen with you for what stirs in your heart and to open you, slowly and reverently, to a wider sense of God’s world.
THE HISTORY OF SPRINGBANK
Springbank’s story began over 230 years ago, when the King of England granted 5,000 acres of land to John Burgess. He established it as a rice and cotton plantation, built through the forced labor of enslaved people. Built in 1782, the main house—now known as Cypress House—passed through many owners as the South transitioned from a settled rural life to a time of political turmoil and war, culminating in the emancipation of the enslaved.
During Springbank’s plantation era, many men, women, and children were enslaved on the land. Records list those enslaved under Henry J. Smith, and a cemetery on the grounds—marked by stones, metal markers, and unmarked graves—bears witness to their presence.
Mr. Howard Hadden purchased the land as a wedding gift for his wife, Agnes. Under their care, new shrubs and trees were planted, creating a haven that soon attracted a wide variety of birds. In the 1940s, the original house was destroyed by fire, but it was quickly rebuilt to the original design. Today, the home still stands with grace at the end of the long, magnolia-lined drive leading from the front gate.
The property was originally entrusted to the Dominican Order of Catholic men, who developed the facilities and built a chapel. After a reorganization within the Order, the center was eventually closed. It later reopened under the stewardship of a small group of Dominican men and women. Among the pioneers who returned were Sr. Elizabeth Condon, an Adrian Dominican, and Fr. John Egan, OP. With the arrival of Dominican Sisters Ursula Ording and Trina McCormick, the retreat center entered a new chapter of life.
A sabbatical program soon took shape, weaving together ecological education, healing practices, and indigenous wisdom to offer religious from around the world a time of renewal and rest. The arts—painting, pottery, basket making, music, and dance—were introduced as forms of “soul work,” integrating creativity and contemplation, right and left brain. That same year, the property was deeded in trust to an Ecumenical Board of Directors, with the stipulation that it be used exclusively for religious purposes. In 1988, Sr. Karla Barker, OSF, from Oldenburg, Indiana, joined Sisters Ursula and Trina in the ministry.
The “Springbank Christian Center – Dominican Retreat House” then became known as Springbank Retreat Center for EcoSpirituality & the Arts. Over the years, Sr. Trina, together with staff and volunteers, blazed trails through the wooded acreage, established a Native American prayer lodge and medicine wheel with guidance from Buck Ghost Horse—a Lakota teacher from the Creation Spirituality program at Holy Names University—and created a seven-circuit labyrinth nestled beneath the arms of two live oak trees.
From 1989 to the present, programs expanded and the infrastructure matured. The Hermitage, Magnolia, and Palm Cottages were purchased for staff and guest accommodations. New facilities—including the Art Building, St. Kateri Gazebo Chapel, Maintenance Building, and Live Oak Duplex—were constructed. Cedar House, the sabbatical residence, was later enlarged to include a spacious lounge, kitchen, and dining area with panoramic views of the live oaks.
Over the years, Springbank has grown into a true sanctuary—a place of rest for the body, renewal for the spirit, and refreshment for the mind. The sacred vision that shaped Springbank emerged from the blending of three distinct yet harmonious gifts: Sister Ursula’s love for the earth, Sister Trina’s deep connection with native wisdom and the arts, and Sister Karla’s Franciscan devotion to simplicity and nature.
For fifty-five years, the retreat has been blessed with the continuous presence and service of the Adrian Dominican Sisters, including Sister Elizabeth Condon, OP, Sister Ursula Ording, OP, and Sister Trina McCormick, OP. When Sister Trina stepped down as Executive Director in September 2022, the Board of Directors honored her as the “Founding Director of Springbank Retreat.” She continues to grace the community with her presence, offering her gifts and sharing her wisdomToday, Springbank carries forward its mission under the leadership of Sister Anita Braganza, CJ, together with a devoted staff representing various religious communities, a dedicated Board of Directors, and the generous support of benefactors and volunteers.
Mr. Howard Hadden purchased the land as a wedding gift for his wife, Agnes. Under their care, new shrubs and trees were planted, creating a haven that soon attracted a wide variety of birds. In the 1940s, the original house was destroyed by fire, but it was quickly rebuilt to the original design. Today, the home still stands with grace at the end of the long, magnolia-lined drive leading from the front gate.
The property was originally entrusted to the Dominican Order of Catholic men, who developed the facilities and built a chapel. After a reorganization within the Order, the center was eventually closed. It later reopened under the stewardship of a small group of Dominican men and women. Among the pioneers who returned were Sr. Elizabeth Condon, an Adrian Dominican, and Fr. John Egan, OP. With the arrival of Dominican Sisters Ursula Ording and Trina McCormick, the retreat center entered a new chapter of life.
SPRINGBANK'S PRESENTERS
TAKE A LOOK AT OUR PRESENTERS
This year’s Springbank Retreat programs bring together a vibrant and gifted group of sixteen presenters—teachers, artists, and spiritual guides whose wisdom and creativity span the fields of eco-spirituality, contemplative practice, and the arts.
Each one offers a unique doorway into the sacred interconnection of Earth, Spirit, and community. Through reflection, dialogue, and hands-on expression, they invite us to deepen awareness, nurture renewal, and awaken a sense of wonder for the world we share.
JACKI MARIEST
Jacki Mariest is a Health and Well-being Coach, Certified Functional Medicine Coach, Registered Nurse, and Qigong Instructor. After beginning her career in nursing, she recognized the limitations of “sick care” and shifted toward a more holistic approach to healing.
With over 20 years of Qigong practice, Jacki helps clients connect mind, body, and emotions to support deep healing. She is passionate about guiding others to quiet the mind, open the heart, and listen to the body.
DIARMUID O'MURCHU
Diarmuid O’Murchu, a member of the Sacred Heart Missionary Order and graduate of Trinity College, Dublin, is a social psychologist with extensive experience in social ministry. His work has included couples counseling, bereavement care, HIV/AIDS support, and outreach with homeless people and refugees. An international workshop leader, he has facilitated adult faith development programs across Europe, North America, Asia, Australia, Africa, and South America. His notable books include Quantum Theology (1996; revised 2004) and Ancestral Grace (2008). He currently resides in Dublin, Ireland.
LINDA GIBLER, OP, PhD
Linda Gibler, is a Dominican Sister of Houston and has served as vicaress of her congregation since June 2022. She previously served as Associate Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Science and Religion at the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio.
Linda is passionate about sharing the 14-billion-year story of the Universe and the sacred meaning of everyday elements. Her book, From the Beginning to Baptism (Liturgical Press, 2010), explores the cosmic and spiritual significance of water, oil, and fire, inviting deeper reflection on our relationship with God and the Earth community.
STEVE MARTIN
Steve is an astronomer, educator, and author who has taught astronomy, physics and consciousness studies at colleges, universities and learning centers across the US for nearly three decades. He is currently Director of the Deeptime Leadership Program at the Deeptime Network. Steve frequently offered experiential workshops on stargazing, astronomy and personal transformation at observatories, learning centers and other popular venues around the world.
SR. LINDA SZOCIK,
SSJ-TOSF
BASKET WEAVING
Sister Linda, a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Third Order of St. Francis, brings a contemplative spirit to her basket-making. A family nurse practitioner and spiritual guide, she co-founded a Milwaukee day program supporting women in the street-based sex trade, offering pathways to hope, resources, and safer, healthier lives.
HELEN WALKER
Helen is a lifelong explorer of inner and unseen realms, blending a reverence for knowledge with a love of mystery. With over 30 years in library science and public service, she integrates meditation, Qigong, Reiki, and dreamwork to guide others in listening deeply and attuning to the soul’s symbolic language. Rooted in Earth and aligned with Spirit, she creates spaces for reflection, reconnection, and quiet awakening.
Helen lives in Charleston, SC with her beloved animal companions. She leads meditation, Qigong, and dream circles through the Charleston County Public Library and in the surrounding community.
RICHARD GUESS, MEd
Richard retired in 2017 after more than 30 years in public mental health, including work in forensics and emergency services. He spent the final 13 years of his career as Executive Director of a comprehensive Community Mental Health Center serving four rural counties in South Carolina.
A Certified Master Naturalist and Journeyman beekeeper, Richard now works part-time as a trail technician, volunteer coordinator, and environmental educator at an 800-acre nature preserve along the Wateree River in Kershaw County. Of Native American ancestry, he draws on a lifelong passion for learning, Native American spirituality, and comparative religion in his teaching. Known for his engaging storytelling and relaxed style, he is a popular speaker in a variety of settings.
ELIZABETH GRUND, MEd
Elizabeth discovered dream work in 1987 after attending a foundational workshop that led to a long-standing dream group. For over 30 years, this practice has remained her central passion.
Her professional life includes work in community organizing, state government, office administration, and church leadership. Alongside these roles, her personal journey—shaped by experiences such as parental alcoholism, ADHD, bereavement, adoption, parenting, depression, Jungian psychology, Unitarian Universalism, and Enneagram study—deeply informs her work.
A graduate of the Institute for Dream Studies (2011), Elizabeth now facilitates individual and group dream work, as well as presentations and workshops.
SR. PAM SMITH, SSCM PhD
Sister Pamela Smith, SS.C.M, Ph.D. has been a frequent presenter on environmental, theological, and spiritual themes. She has lived in South Carolina since 2004 and currently serves as Director of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs as well as Delegate for Consecrated Life for the Catholic Diocese of Charleston. She serves as adjunct professor for Saint Leo University at its extension program for permanent diaconate formation in Columbia, South Carolina.
She is the author of 18 books, most recently How We Can Suffer Our Sorrow (ACTA, 2023) and Is There Anyone in America? (Finishing Line, 2025).
SUSAN LINCOLN
Susan Lincoln is an inspiring classical singer and teacher from Austin, Texas. After a 1999 pivotal experience at the Abbey of St. Hildegard of Bingen in Germany, Susan made a commitment to helping women heal through the power of their own voices with Hildegard as our guide. She is the founder of Hilde Girls in Austin, now celebrating 20 wonderful years! Susan has an exuberant spirit, passionate curiosity, empathic heart, and two precious granddaughters who keep her young at heart!
YONA FRENCHHAWK
Yona FrenchHawk is a full-blooded Cherokee Wisdom Keeper and Ceremonialist, born and raised on the Qualla Boundary in the Great Smoky Mountains of Cherokee, NC.
Raised in the songs and stories of his people, Yona carries forward traditions held by fewer than 300 full-blooded Cherokee among over 50,000 enrolled members of the Eastern and Western Bands.
Honoring his heritage, he bridges ancient wisdom into the present, sharing ceremonial teachings passed down from his grandfather. A respected community leader, Yona embodies these traditions as a living way of life.
Gillian Romano
Gillian embraced her love of arts from a young age. She graduated from College with a degree in fine arts. Her love for nature as her teacher, drew her to the writings of Thomas Berry and Brian Thomas Swimme, seeing the parallel between the creative process and the journey of the Universe.
For a few years, she continued her artistic process with Mary Southard CSJ as guide. Gillian is now the facilitator of the ‘Come and Paint’ retreats at The Well Spirituality Center, La Grange Park, IL.
SARAH AND DR. MICHAEL GALAMBOS
This dynamic duo blends intuitive, holistic healing with scientific expertise. Sarah is a gifted energy healer, Reiki master, and transformation coach, working alongside her husband, Dr. Michael Galambos, a leading gastroenterologist and founder of Digestive Healthcare of Georgia.
Together, they offer small group and private retreats in Blue Ridge and Tybee Island, Georgia. Their somatic, “bottom-up” approach helps participants integrate spiritual awareness into daily life, reconnect with their inner essence, and remember who they were before the world shaped them.
CATHERINE ANDERSON
Catherine Anderson is a Veriditas faculty member, SoulCollage® Facilitator, and author who has spent two decades guiding others through creative and contemplative processes. With a background in photography, visual journaling, and spiritual direction, she brings a grounded and compassionate presence to her retreats. Catherine’s work integrates the labyrinth and SoulCollage® to guide participants to access their own insight, clarity, and inner wisdom. She leads retreats and creative pilgrimages in the U.S. and abroad, inspiring others to trust their unique creative voice. Her website iswww.creativepilgrimage.com.
SR. SHARON ZAYAK
Sharon Zayac is a Dominican Sister of Springfield, Illinois. She has a degree in secondary education and master’s degrees in hospital administration and Earth Literacy. She is co-founder of Jubilee Farm, her congregation’s 164-acre eco-center, just west of Springfield, IL, recently attaining certification in Permaculture Design. She has a published book Earth Spirituality in the Catholic and Dominican Tradition from Sor Juana Press and is co-author with Richard Chiola of a second book entitled Cosmology and Christ: Christology and Cosmic Evolution. She is her congregation’s Laudato Si’ Action Platform Promoter. Sharon is an international retreat leader and speaker, focusing on cosmology, our emerging consciousness, and their implications for life and faith.
DEB ADAMS
Deb began practicing yoga in 1995 as part of her recovery from a mastectomy. After retiring in 2013 from a career as a Federal Information Technology Officer, she deepened her study and personal practice.
She teaches traditional Hatha Yoga, integrating movement (asana), breath awareness (pranayama), and meditation to support relaxation and the integration of mind, body, and spirit.
Deb is an E-RYT 200 and RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance and is certified in UNC Lineberger’s Yoga for Cancer program. She believes that cultivating well-being in mind, body, and spirit enables us to serve the world with greater peace and presence.
JULIE WESTHOVEN
Julie Westhofen has practiced contemplative photography for over twelve years. Her first experience was a surprise when she noticed the amazing patterns on a bird’s wings at the Carolina Raptor Center through the lens of her camera. She encourages other spiritual seekers to explore new ways of relating to God, to stretch outside of our usual habits of reading and prayer.
APRIL PUNSULAN
The natural world has always held the medicine we seek—both for body and spirit. In this weekend retreat, join April Punsalan, herbalist, botanist, and founder of Wild Herb Academy, for an immersive journey into wild plant medicine, Ayurveda, and seasonal self-care. Through guided foraging walks, hands-on medicine-making, and the ancient lens of Ayurvedic wisdom, we’ll explore how to reconnect with the Earth and ourselves in the season of turning inward.
ACCOMODATIONS
COTTAGES AND HERMITAGE
Nestled amid Springbank’s peaceful pine forest, our cottages and hermitage offer simple comfort and quiet beauty—each with its own charm and space for rest, reflection, and renewal.
Sophia Hermitage
Palm Cottage
Hadden Cottage
Sophia Hermitage offers a quiet, comfortable setting for private retreats, writing sabbaticals, and workshop stays, surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest at Springbank Retreat. It features two bedrooms with views into the woods, a welcoming living room and dining area, a full kitchen, and two full baths—providing both solitude and ease for personal renewal or shared accommodations.
Nestled at the edge of the forest, Palm Cottage offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by the beauty of nature. This spacious two-bedroom cottage features two full baths, a large living area with comfortable seating, and a lovely dining space adjoining a fully equipped kitchen—perfect for gatherings or quiet meals at home. Step outside to the private patio and take in the forest’s serene views, where gentle breezes and birdsong create a setting of pure relaxation. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil getaway or a home base for exploring nearby trails, Palm Cottage provides warmth, comfort, and a deep sense of rest in the heart of nature.
Hadden Cottage offers a peaceful and spacious home away from home, ideal for a sabbatical or extended retreat. The cottage features a large, light-filled bedroom, a second cozy bedroom, and a full bath. A full kitchen and generous living space—complete with dining area—make it easy to settle in and feel at home. Guests especially appreciate the large fenced-in yard, perfect for quiet mornings outdoors or for bringing along a dog or two. The cottage also includes a convenient laundry area, making long stays comfortable and relaxed.
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Sage Cottage
Sage Cottage is a cozy retreat nestled amid the trees, offering restful lodging in a peaceful, wooded setting. This spacious home features one large bedroom and three smaller ones, all sharing a comfortable, well-appointed bathroom. Guests enjoy a small kitchen for preparing simple meals, along with a laundry area for convenience during longer stays.
The heart of the cottage is its welcoming living room—with generous seating and wide windows that look out onto the surrounding forest, inviting moments of reflection and quiet conversation. A small patio just outside provides a lovely spot for morning coffee or evening gatherings, complete with table and chairs, where guests can listen to the sounds of nature and feel gently held by the beauty of the landscape.
Original Log Cabin
Nestled beneath the shade of old magnolia trees, the Original Log Cabin, built in 1918, offers a cozy and peaceful retreat reminiscent of simpler times. This three-bedroom cabin features one room especially suited for writers and reflective guests, with large windows overlooking the trees and gardens out front.
Inside, you’ll find a welcoming living space complete with a wood-burning fireplace, a shared bathroom, and a compact kitchen that provides all the essentials for a comfortable stay. A small sun deck extends from the back of the cabin, perfect for morning coffee or quiet afternoon reading. The deck also offers convenient access to on-site laundry and a picnic table for outdoor gatherings.
Whether you come for creative inspiration, rest, or reconnection with nature, the Original Log Cabin invites you to slow down and savor the timeless charm of its handcrafted past.
Magnolia Cottage
Nestled among the trees, Magnolia Cottage offers a peaceful setting for rest and renewal. This comfortable cottage features one spacious bedroom with its own private bath and shower, along with two smaller bedrooms that share a second bathroom with shower. Guests enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, a welcoming dining area, and a large living room perfect for conversation or quiet reflection. A cozy breakfast nook looks out over the forest—an ideal spot to greet the morning with a cup of coffee or tea. The covered porch invites you to relax outdoors and take in the surrounding beauty, whether in solitude or shared company.
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Creative Arts at Springbank
Springbank Retreat invites you to discover the joy of creative expression through four inspiring arts programs: Pottery, Basketry, Painting, and Writing/Poetry. Rooted in Springbank’s long tradition of the arts as “soul work,” these programs offer a welcoming space to explore beauty, deepen reflection, and awaken your imagination in a peaceful retreat setting. Whether you are a beginner or a practiced artist, you are invited to create, renew, and reconnect with the sacred through hands-on artistic experience.
Come, walk the moss-soft paths of Springbank Retreat and breathe in the quiet beauty of this sacred place.
SACRED SITES
 Our labyrinth is a single winding path that becomes a gentle, embodied way of prayer and contemplation, inviting a person to walk slowly toward God and then back out into the world with renewed awareness |  Our wilderness swamp sanctuary is a protected wetland where water, forest, and wildlife create a quiet, secluded refuge for both creatures and people seeking stillness. |
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 Beneath a rocky grotto, a gentle statue of Our Lady of Lourdes stands in quiet light, hands folded in prayer, a rosary resting on her arm. At her feet, candles burn and water flows, signs of healing and hope for all who come in trust. Here Mary looks on us with a mother’s tenderness, inviting us to draw near to her Son, Jesus, in faith, silence, and peace. |  Although it was known that there were several marked gravesites along with a rise near the swamp area of Springbank, recently more than fifty unmarked sites were discovered. It is believed that the graves belong to African American slaves, workers, and family members from the 18th and 19th centuries who lived on the original plantation. |
 The Grandmother Tree is a live oak estimated to be between 500 and 800 years old. The live oak (Quercus virginiana) is the principal evergreen oak in South Carolina. Although it is adapted to all of South Carolina, it favors conditions along the coast, where it grows wild. Grandmother provides food, shade and comfort to a multitude of creatures. |  From the ancient Egyptians to Stonehenge to Big Horn Country, WY, medicine wheels have been used by indigenous people to contemplate the nature of life. To Native Americans, the wheel represents the ‘sacred hoop’ or circle of all life. Study of the Wheel can provide answers to the nature of life and relationships to all of Creation. |
 To the Celts, the tree was a source of basic sustenance – a bearer of food, a provider of shelter and fuel for cooking and warmth. Without trees, life would have been extraordinarily difficult. In Celtic creation stories, trees were the ancestors of humankind, elder beings of wisdom. Sue Monk Kidd refers to this ‘Circle of Trees’ in her book Dance of the Dissident Daughter. |
VIDEOS OF OUR PRESENTERS
Sr. Linda Gibler, OP
Gillian Romano
Elizabeth Grund, MEd
Jacquie O'Malley
Sarah and Dr. Michael Galambos
Sr. Pam Smith
Upcoming Events
Spirit Quest: Richard GuessFri, Sep 18Springbank Retreat Center
Yoga for Health and Vitality: Deb AdamsFri, Sep 18Springbank Retreat Center
The Enneagram and the Spiritual Journey WithinTue, Sep 22Springbank Retreat Center
The Sacred Drum: Creating Sound, Connection, and PrayerFri, Sep 25Springbank Retreat Center
Awakening Cosmic Creativity, Steve and Kim MartinFri, Oct 09Springbank Retreat Center
Indigenous Wisdom and Pottery: Sr. Tina McCormick, Sr. Anita Braganza, Yona FrenchhawkTue, Oct 13Springbank Retreat Center
Reconnect and Rejuvenate, Jacki MariestTue, Oct 20Springbank Retreat Center
Living Our Viriditas: An Interactive Restorative Retreat with Hildegard of Bingen for Women: Susan LincolnFri, Oct 23Springbank Retreat Center
Dreams: A Path to Healing, Elizabeth GrundWed, Oct 28Springbank Retreat Center
How Evolution is Changing Our Faith, Diarmuid O'MurchuMon, Nov 02Virtual Event
Yoga Retreat: The Centered SoulThu, Nov 05Springbank Retreat Center
The Cosmic Story, Sr. Sharon ZayacTue, Nov 10Virtual
Tapping Green Wisdom: Sr. Pam SmithThu, Nov 19Springbank Retreat Center
Forest Bathing - Contemplative Photography, Julie Westhofen, Sr. Anita and Sr. TrinaFri, Nov 20Springbank Retreat Center
Mindfulness: A Way of Life, a Spiritual Journey: Jacquie OMalleyTue, Nov 24Springbank Retreat Center
Baskets of Grace: Sweetgrass Basket Weaving: Barbara McCormickFri, Nov 27Springbank Retreat Center
Growing One's Soul: Sr. Trina, Sr. Anita, Helen WalkerSat, Dec 05Springbank Retreat Center
Be the Change: Catherine AndersonSPRING WORKSHOPSpringbank Retreat Center
WHERE WE ARE LOCATED
Springbank Retreat is nestled in the countryside, just 14 miles from the nearest town of Kingstree, South Carolina.
We’re happy to assist with transportation to and from nearby airports:
• Florence, SC – 36 miles away (Transportation fee: $75)
• Myrtle Beach, SC – 51 miles away (Transportation fee: $100)
• Charleston, SC – 54 miles away (Transportation fee: $100)
If you’ll need a ride, simply let us know your travel plans, and we’ll be glad to arrange transportation for you.
What Participants Are Saying about Springbank
"Every time I return to Springbank, I feel a broader and deeper sense of sacred homecoming. Here, I adopt the gentle pace of Nature, able to grow and expand without the urgency that is so often present in daily life.
Here is a place where I can just be, just breathe. Whether wandering the woodland paths, meditating at the Medicine Wheel, or playing with paints in the Art Building, I experience an embodied wholeness and the holiness of all things. I am held and healed more deeply each time."
Teri Osborne
PLACES TO VISIT NEAR
SPRINGBANK RETREAT
Discover the beauty and quiet richness of the Lowcountry beyond Springbank. Whether you feel drawn to moss-draped forests, winding rivers, historic towns, or hidden local gems, the surrounding area offers simple, soul-nourishing places to explore. These nearby destinations invite you to extend your time of reflection with gentle adventure, connecting more deeply with the land, its stories, and the spaciousness within.
BROOKGREEN GARDENS
66 Miles
Brookgreen Gardens, located near Murrells Inlet on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast, is a National Historic Landmark where lush botanical gardens, sweeping live oak allées, and preserved Lowcountry landscapes are interwoven with the largest outdoor collection of American figurative sculpture in the United States, along with a native-wildlife Lowcountry Zoo and historic rice plantation sites that together create a tranquil blend of art, nature, and history.
HUNTINGTON STATE PARK
66 Miles
Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is a tranquil coastal preserve where wide, uncrowded beaches meet salt marsh, maritime forest, and freshwater lagoons alive with birds and wildlife. Visitors can stroll a three-mile stretch of sand, wander boardwalks over the marsh, watch alligators bask near the causeway, or explore Atalaya, the moorish-style “castle” that was once the Huntington family’s winter home. Known as one of the finest birding spots on the East Coast, the park offers a contemplative, close-to-nature experience in every season.
CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK
70 Miles
Congaree National Park in central South Carolina, 18 miles southeast of Columbia, protects 26,692 acres of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest, the largest such tract left in the United States. The park’s floodplain trees are among the tallest in the eastern U.S., creating one of the world’s highest temperate deciduous forest canopies, and the Congaree River flows through it.
CHARLESTON
85 Miles
Charleston, South Carolina, is a historic port city on a peninsula where the Ashley, Cooper, and Wando rivers meet the Atlantic Ocean, known for pastel antebellum homes, church steeples, and cobblestone streets. Often called the Holy City for its many historic churches and long tradition of religious tolerance, it blends well‑preserved architecture and centuries-old landmarks with a lively contemporary culture, acclaimed restaurants, and a strong Gullah heritage. Visitors are drawn to its scenic waterfronts, walkable historic district, and oak-lined streets, which together create a graceful Southern charm that feels both intimate and cosmopolitan.
SANTEE CANAL PARK
57 Miles
Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner, South Carolina is a 195-acre nature and history preserve where visitors can explore four miles of boardwalks and trails winding through cypress swamps and along Biggin Creek while learning about America’s first true canal at a well-designed interpretive center and historic Stony Landing House, making it a peaceful destination for walking, birding, paddling, and discovering Lowcountry heritage.
MYRTLE BEACH
75 Miles
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a lively Atlantic resort city on the Grand Strand, known for its wide sandy beaches, warm subtropical climate, busy oceanfront boardwalk, and mix of family attractions, golf courses, and high‑rise hotels, all drawing millions of visitors each year.
Stretching along a 60‑mile sweep of shoreline, the city anchors a region filled with amusement parks, live entertainment venues, shopping and dining districts, and a large variety of oceanfront resorts and vacation rentals that cater to both families and golfers.
Get in Touch
Springbank Retreat
1345 Springbank Road
Kingstree, SC. 29556
843-372-6311
