Anchored in Psalm 139, Loving Presence: Full-Day Retreat invites you into gentle yoga, spacious silence, and the sacred witness of spiritual direction— a day for your body, mind, and spirit to be fully known, deeply held, and tenderly rested.
Loving Presence
A Retreat of Gentle Yoga, Silence & Sacred Witness at Penuel Ridge
❄️ Do you long to be deeply known and gently held— tended in body, mind, and spirit with compassion and care?
❄️ Do you yearn for unhurried time in the loving presence of God— space to rest, listen, and simply be?
Come away for a day of quiet simplicity and holy attentiveness.
Loving Presence invites you into gentle yoga, spacious silence, and spiritual companionship, anchored in the tender truth of Psalm 139. Held at the serene and spacious Penuel Ridge, this retreat offers the gift of slowing down and truly listening— to your body, to the Spirit, and to the God who knows you fully and loves you completely.
The Gift of Silence
Silence is more than the absence of sound — it is a presence in and of itself. In silence, we begin to hear more clearly: the gentle voice of God, the wisdom of our own hearts, the sacred hum of the world around us.
Practicing intentional silence can:
• Reduce stress and nervous system overwhelm
• Increase clarity, creativity, and inner peace
• Deepen your connection with God and your own soul
• Cultivate greater presence, gratitude, and awe
Our silence will be invitational and explorative— you’ll be lovingly guided into it and gently held throughout.
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Yoga
Begin the day with a guided yoga practice led by a 500-hour trained instructor rooted in the Christian faith and honoring the wisdom of the yogic tradition.
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Silence
Rest in spacious, intentional silence— creating room to listen more deeply to your body, your soul, and the loving presence of God.
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Spiritual Direction
Experience group spiritual direction as a practice of holy listening and discernment, where stories are witnessed, voices are honored, and prayerful presence is shared.
“Even before words rise up in prayer, Lo, you have already heard my heart call. You encompass me with love where’er I go.”
— Psalm 139
This retreat is for you if…
❄️ You’re longing for a sacred pause to rest in the loving presence of God
❄️ You’re curious about practices like gentle yoga, spacious silence, and spiritual direction
❄️ You feel ready to let the Spirit guide you during your time of reflection and rest
❄️ You want to feel more grounded — in your body, in nature, and in your faith
❄️ You desire a day of soulful nourishment and spiritual formation
❄️ You’re seeking community with others who love Jesus and are open to the Holy Mystery
❄️ You’re ready to embrace holy curiosity and experience new ways of being present with God
Itinerary
You’ll be invited into a rhythm that is both structured and spacious. Itinerary subject to change.
8:30am | Arrival and tour of Penuel Ridge
9:00am | Welcome Circle & Yoga with Kimee
10:30am - 3:00pm | Guided Entrance into Silence and of spacious solo time on the land.
Nap in cozy beds | Journal in sunlit corners | Curl up inside with a good book | Contemplate by the outdoor bonfire | simply be. |This is your time in silence with God to nourish your soul. *An optional Restorative Yoga Practice will be available during this time.
Cozy soup lunch available anytime you’d like.
3:00pm | Group Spiritual Direction and Closing Circle with Aelea
Location
A hidden gem outside of Nashville, Penuel Ridge is a contemplative, interfaith retreat center. Its name comes from the Genesis story of Jacob, who wrestled with God at a place called Penuel. Penuel Ridge offers sacred retreat space where you can be still long enough to hear your own voice and the voice of God.
With quiet trails, a cozy library, a beautiful outdoor labyrinth, warming outdoor fire pit, and calming rooms to nap in, it offers a sacred space to truly be.
The opening circle and yoga with Kimee, and the group spiritual direction and closing circle, will be held at The Well. The rest of the space is yours to enjoy during our time of silence.
Registration
RETREAT DATE & TIME | Saturday, February 28th | 8:30am - 4:30pm
RETREAT LOCATION | Penuel Ridge, 1440 Sams Creek Rd, Ashland City, TN 37015
WHAT’S INCLUDED | A full day of silence including 2 guided yoga practice by 500+ hour certified yoga instructors, nourishing soup lunch, coffee and tea throughout the day, access to the beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces at Penuel Ridge, group spiritual direction guided by a trained and certified spiritual director, optional resources for use during silence. All you need to bring is a workout mat, journal, pen, and water bottle.
WELCOME STATEMENT | You are welcome here no matter where you find yourself on your faith journey. We honor and embrace the diversity of our experiences and trust that God is present with each of us.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION | On now until January 11th, 2026 - $130.00
REGULAR REGISTRATION | Begins January 12th - $150.00
REGISTRATION CLOSES | Sunday, February 22nd.
NOTE | We must have 6 participants registered by February 7th to run this retreat.
❄️ Gather your friends—this retreat runs with 6 participants!
Meet Your Guides
We’re Kimee and Aelea— two kindred spirits who believe that God meets us in the sacred ordinary and the wild sanctuary of right now lives. Together, we bring years of experience in yoga, spiritual formation, ministry, and soul care, along with a shared desire to create spaces of depth, gentleness, beauty and delight. Put simply, we are space holders for receiving and extending God’s love out into the world.
Our retreats are born from our friendship, our love of yoga and contemplative practices, and our desire to invite others into the kind of presence that heals and holds.
FAQs
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Our practices are rooted in the way of Jesus and shaped by the Christian calendar. All women are welcome, and you’re invited to engage with practices at your own comfort level.
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Not at all. This retreat is designed for all levels— whether you’ve been practicing for years or are stepping onto the mat for the very first time. Yoga will be gentle and accessible. Group spiritual direction will be guided with clarity and ease by a trained and certified spiritual director.
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Absolutely. Many participants attend solo, and we create an atmosphere where it’s easy to connect and feel at home.
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You’re in the right place! This retreat is intentionally designed to be welcoming, gentle, and beginner-friendly.
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We know life happens, and sometimes plans need to change. Because space is limited, all registrations become non-refundable after February 7th unless we’re able to fill your spot from our waitlist.
If an unexpected personal emergency arises, we’re happy to review your situation and may be able to offer a partial refund on a case-by-case basis.
If you can’t make it, you’re also welcome to gift or transfer your registration to a friend.
Thank you for understanding and honoring the time, energy, and preparation that go into creating this retreat—we truly want this to feel fair and caring for everyone involved.
Contact us
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