January 19 - January 24, 2025
5:00 PM
20th Annual CA Sufi Sesshin
The Bishops Ranch in Healdsburg, California
Twentieth Annual Northern California Sufi Sesshin
with Pir Shabda Kahn, Murshida Darvesha MacDonald,
Murshid Rahmat Moore and Sheikh Gayan Long
Sunday, January 19 - Friday, January 24, 2025
Zikr, Dances of Universal Peace, Meditation and Teachings
Join us for Silent Meditation alternating with Zikr and Dances of Universal Peace, integrating
active practice with meditation, a deep and joyful experience.
"The Dances of Universal Peace and Zikr are an excellent way to prepare for meditation and
meditation is an excellent way to prepare for the Dances of Universal Peace and Zikr." — Murshid Samuel Lewis
This potent practice combines the power and resonance of the Zikr Circle /Dance Circle
with the profound calm and abiding wisdom of the meditative state. It is our goal that this
integrative approach will move us toward a grounded balance of Serenity, Insight and
Awareness. The teachings and transmission of Hazrat Inayat Khan and Murshid Samuel
Lewis will be woven into the context of the retreat.
Our retreat site is The Bishops Ranch https://www.bishopsranch.org, a beautiful
property in Healdsburg. It has a spacious Dance/Meditation Hall, delicious meals and
comfortable lodging in single or double rooms. We only have 50 beds available so early
registration is advised. We can easily accommodate part-time or full-time commuters
or attendees with camper vans.
Retreat cost includes lodging, and meals: $895 double occupancy or $1195 for
a private room. $625 for full time commuters, RV and camper-vans - requires
reservation. $150 per day for part-time registrants includes meals but will need off-
site lodging. Drop in or partial day attendance also requires pre-registration.
Pay in full or register with a $200 non-refundable deposit. Assist us by registering
early. Complete payment due by Dec 20th. Registration closes December 27, 2024.
Commuters and part-time attendees must register. No late registrations.
Register HERE: https://form.jotform.com/SufiRuh/CASesshin2025
Registrar: Waduda Welsh 303-718-9712 or email [email protected]
YouthScholarships available at https://nextgensufis.org/scholarships
Contact registrar for other financial assistance.
There will be an opportunity to give “dana” - further financial generosity, at
the retreat. Sufi Sesshin fees provide only minimal support for the teachers.