Cynthia Brackett-Vincent
Cynthia Brackett-Vincent has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize in poetry. She published the Aurorean poetry journal from 1995-2020, printing the work of over 1,600 poets worldwide. Her poetry, haiku, and non-fiction have been published in many places including Frogpond (the official journal of the Haiku Society of America), Heart of Flesh Literary Journal, The Penman Review, and Yankee. She serves as treasurer for the Haiku Society of America. Link to a blog review of Cynthia’s poetry book, Questions About Home: http://dougholder.blogspot.com/2014/05/questions-about-home-by-cynthia.html Link to one of her poems published in the Penmen Review: https://penmenreview.com/how-to-stay-occupied-as-your-friend-is-dying/
Diane Cameron
Diane Cameron has led retreats on recovery, writing, and spirituality for many years. She is the author of, “Out of the Woods—A Woman’s Guide to Long-term Recovery,” and “Looking for Signs—essays on spirituality and community.” Diane is a newspaper columnist, yoga and Pilates teacher, spiritual director and writing coach. Learn more!
Emily Joan Smith, Christina Rountree, Charles Mitchell
Emily Joan Smith (she/her) is a devotional singer, musician, sound healer, certified yoga teacher, and spiritual guide with nearly a decade of experience in curating intentional sacred spaces, building spiritual community, and leading heart-centered spiritual practice. She is the founder of kirtan band Anahata Bhakti and the creator of The Heartsong Shala in Louisville, KY. Often melding her love of Truth-seeking with her love of song and music, her offerings are an invitation into sacred remembrance of the true nature of ourselves and all of life. Christina Rountree (she/they) is a ceremonialist, singer/songwriter, and intuitive guide. With training in…
Fred Boehrer
Fred Boehrer is a Catholic Worker at Emmaus House, the Albany CW community in the South End of Albany, NY. Fred also teaches courses in peace studies, religion, and conflict resolution.
Jen Wilson
Jen Wilson is the heart and creative spirit behind Flamingo in the Forest — Spiritual Art Alchemy, a retreat experience rooted in faith, transformation, and the belief that every chapter of life can be shaped into something meaningful and beautiful. Rather than viewing life’s challenges as setbacks, Jen teaches women how to gather their experiences — both joyful and difficult — and use them as sacred material for growth, expression, and renewal. Her journey with creative healing began early. As a child, Jen found refuge in journaling and reflection, learning to translate emotions into words long before she understood their…
Katrina Clay
Katrina Clay is a certified Soul Realignment guide, Shamanic Reiki Master, certified Shapeshifter Practitioner, workshop facilitator, writer and nature/animal lover. She founded “The Healing Springs Journal” in 2002 and continued as publisher until 2020. Katrina utilizes ancient tools to guide people to their natural wholeness.
Kimberly Kubicke
Kimberly Kubicke is a yoga teacher and Ayurvedic practitioner with over 20 years of experience studying and teaching holistic approaches to health, movement, and self-awareness. Her work blends classical yoga and Ayurveda (yoga’s sister science) with an emphasis on gut health, stress resilience, and living in rhythm with nature. Kimberly has trained extensively in traditional yoga and Ayurveda and has spent many years supporting students and clients in reconnecting with their bodies and natural rhythms through simple, sustainable practices. Through yoga, Ayurveda, and seasonal living, Kimberly guides folks toward greater clarity, resilience, and a sense of being at home in…
Laura Packer
Laura Packer knows the best way to the truth is through a good story; she has told, taught, ranted, raved, coached, consulted, and considered storytelling for over 30 years, including at Pyramid Life Center. She loves how stories connect people and help us dream bigger. Laura has won many awards including the National Storytelling Network’s Circle of Excellence. Laura holds a degree in folklore and mythology and is the author of From Audience to Zeal: The ABCs of Finding, Crafting, and Telling a Great Story, winner of Storytelling World’s highest honors. Find out more at laurapacker.com and patreon.com/laurapacker.
Mary DeTurris Poust
Mary DeTurris Poust is a writer, retreat leader, spiritual director, and yoga teacher living in the Capital Region. Her first experience of PLC was 17 years ago as a participant in the Merton in the Mountains silent retreat led by the beloved Walt Chura. Expect to find plenty of Merton (and quite a bit of Walt) in Mary’s Stillpoint retreat experience.
Sister Linda Neil
Presenter: Linda Neil, CSJ is a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet. She is the co-director of St. Joseph’s Place in Schenectady, a place of hospitality and prayer for the people of the Hamilton Hill neighborhood. Sr. Linda is also engaged in Eco-spirituality work, presenting a workshop series titled Encountering Earth designed to help participants become more mindful of being responsible and caring members of the Earth community. Sr. Linda holds a Master’s Degree in Religious Studies from St. Charles Boromeo and a MA from the Earth Literacy Program at St. Mary of the Woods College, IN. She enjoys hiking…
Tim Van Egmond
Tim Van Egmond has told stories, sung, and made music for over 40 years throughout the Northeastern U.S. and beyond. A gifted performer, workshop presenter and teaching artist in residence, he draws from the wellspring of tales, tunes and songs to share their “water of life.” He is the author of “Storytelling and Music: Powerful Harmony” in Northeast Storytelling’s online NEST Storytelling Guide, “a curated library of articles on the art of storytelling” (https://www.nestorytelling.org/storytellingguide/).