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Women’s Wellness 2026 – Friday Arrival Option

September 18, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - September 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm

$315

Summer's end

EVENT DETAILS

Start: September 18, 2026 @ 4:00 pm

End: September 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm

Cost: $315

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Presenter: Paula Jilanis

Nurturing the Divine Within: A Journey of Self-Compassion

So often we search outside ourselves for peace, love, and belonging. We hope that by doing enough, taking enough meals to help others, praying enough we will feel that connection with the Divine.  Yet in Luke 17:20-21, Jesus reminds us that “the kingdom of God is within you.” During our Women’s Wellness Weekend, you will be invited to turn inward and recognize the sacred presence already alive in your own heart. Through reflection, prayer, and gentle practices, we’ll explore what it means to embrace the Divine within, to walk in friendship with our true self, and to live more fully from that place of inner holiness.

Please check back for additional retreat details to be added soon.

This is the Friday Arrival Option. An Early Arrival Option is also available.

About the Presenter

Paula Jilanis, MA has facilitated retreats and workshops since 1995 and has been involved with Bon Secours since 2009. She is a graduate of the College of Notre Dame of Maryland, now Notre Dame of Maryland University, with a Bachelor of Arts in both psychology and religious studies and a Master’s Degree from Tai Sophia Institute, which is now part of the Notre Dame of Maryland University. As a massage therapist for 30 years and as a spiritual and life coach, Paula works holistically to bring people more deeply into their spiritual journey. She is an author creating the book A Guide to Creating Your Wellness Center.   

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