Step into a sacred journey that awakens the ancient feminine mysteries within you—a portal hidden in plain sight, waiting for you to unlock it. Over three transformative days, immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Mary Magdalene and Mother Mary, symbols of the Divine Feminine often depicted with the sacred Rose.
Discover the Power of the Rose
Embrace deep soul nourishment as you explore the mysteries of Mary Magdalene, Mary and the mystical Path of the Rose. Discover how reclaiming these divine icons supports and uplifts your spiritual life, as you learn a different version of herstory than what we were originally told.
Experience the herstory and frequencies of these divine leaders as you deepen your connection to the sacred heart of your spiritual essence.
Explore the Rose as more than a flower—it is a key to your soul’s healing and empowerment.
A Sensory Feast for the Feminine Soul
Let the Rose guide you through a rich tapestry of color, light, scent, and taste, as we work with crystals, oils, and flowers in experiential practices designed to nourish and rebalance your Feminine Soul. Uncover the deeper mysteries of the Rose as soul medicine, a balm for your spirit in these times of great change.
Step onto the Path of the Priestess
Feel the call of the mystic within you. Whether you are just beginning to explore this path or seeking to deepen your journey, this retreat offers a space for discovery and transformation. But you don’t need to believe or join anything to gather in sisterhood of the Rose.
Gather in Sacred Sisterhood
Heal sister wounds and find belonging in a circle of like-minded women. Together, we will create a supportive community that nurtures your divine feminine essence and celebrates your unfolding journey.
Join us for a weekend of sacred exploration, and let the Rose, Magdalene and Mary reveal the mysteries within you.
Experience the Magic of Magdalene, Mary & Rose
+ Magdalene & Mary Teachings + Meditations to empower your connection as conduits of Feminine power & spirit
+ Rose Medicine: Tools & Practices to clear and realign your sacred heart with Compassion, Love and Truth.
+ Replenish & Rejuvenate your Feminine Soul to deepen your divine role in this complicated world.
+ Remember Belonging & Sacred Sisterhood: Gather in community and connect over shared experiences and meals.
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Your Retreat Location
Experience the elegant Balch Hotel, nestled in the breathtaking beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. This retreat is a rare opportunity to replenish and reconnect. Gather in the cozy ruby library, warm patio, or shady lawn (weather permitting) and enjoy the expansive mountain view.
The Balch is known for world class guest service and our rooms are uniquely styled with vintage furnishings and original art — no 2 are the same. Rooms have 1 queen bed with bathrooms ensuite or conveniently private across the hall. Our retreat is priced with various options to fit your budget and lodging needs.
Many meals are included and will be served at Bistro 1907 within the hotel. With other options to eat nearby (walking distance) at a few local eateries. (Details below.)
Spa Sanctuary in the Balch Hotel offers bespoke wellness sessions available by request in our petite 1 room spa. Offered on arrival day, or during breaks and on Integration day by Spa Priestess Claire Sierra, they receive rave reviews. After checking our our menu, since times are limited book your sessions in advance here.
Your Retreat Guide
Claire Sierra, MA, LFT is an Expressive Arts Therapist, author/founder of The Magdalene Path (TM) and initiated Rose Priestess, who has led hundreds of group and private experiences for over 35 years. She has helped thousands access their divine connection, embody their Feminine essence & find soul purpose. She leads Spa Sanctuary, and co-owns the Balch Hotel, a boutique destination retreat in the Columbia River Gorge of Oregon, and also curates a space for Divine Feminine community in Patreon.
On your retreat Claire will share historical data, along with mystical legends and rediscovered wisdom of Mary Magdalene, Mother Mary and the Rose sisterhood. She will guide you in experiential mystical practices, creative expression and reflective experiences to weave in a multi-sensory experience of Rose as plant & energy medicine, with powerful tools to reclaim a life of ease, grace, creativity & flow.
Retreat Reviews:
“Great, magical, transformative retreat. I enjoyed every minute of it.” – Melanie K, Portland, OR
“I want to thank you again for that retreat. It literally changed my life. I came home a changed person and I haven’t gone back. I reconnected to the magical visionary part of myself (and dropped a lot of baggage, too.)” – Savana W., Vancouver, WA
“I came not knowing what to expect, but with optimistic hope of a new journey. I ended the retreat with a definite sense of purpose and beginning of a new phase of my life—with skills, tips and a new way of thinking in a positive, enlightened, awakened way.” – Pat D, Glastonbury, CT
“I arrived tired and burned out from helping family. The retreat refreshed and helped me center again, connecting me with other women in a creative space. I came home feeling recharged and empowered. I loved the whole experience.” – Gay M., Portland, OR
Our Sacred Itinerary
Explore the mystical Magdalene Path of the Divine Feminine through discussion, meditation and art—you’ll discover ancient teachings anew, and be guided to receive a vision and then effortlessly create imagery that reconnects you to your spiritual path.
Journey into the heart of the Rose using her tools to support you in deepening your spiritual alignment for help through life’s challenges. Explore Prayer, meditation, holy oils, crystals, rosary beads, art, movement, sound, nature, and writing.
Nourish and rebalance your Feminine Soul with a high vibration sense feast — in retreat sessions and shared meals — in a supportive circle of sisterhood.
Ready to Book? Reserve Your Space Here
Schedule (subject to change)
Friday
Arrive and check in, get settled
Dinner (on your own with/without group Note: Bistro 1907 Reservation is required)
Evening Session: Opening Ritual: create Rose altar, Introductions, Intentions, meditation, etc.
Saturday
Morning Attunement: Creating your morning practice or sleep in.
Breakfast (included)
Workshop/Teaching: Awakening the Sisterhood of the Rose: Meditation/Journey with Magdalene & Mary Mysteries of Rose
Exploring Rose as medicine and guide (Using Rose flower, Holy Oils and Quartz to navigate challenges)Lunch (on your own)
Break (rest, journal, bathe, nap, connect)
Workshop/Teaching: Consecreation – Art as Spiritual Practice Honoring the Maries and the Rose in sacred art
or other art experience TBD
Dinner: Salmon or vegetarian TBD*(included)
*Let us know if you have dietary restrictions when you register. (At Check-in is too late for kitchen to accommodate.)Evening Session: Fireside Rose ceremony, Magdalene Mantra w/Rose coco/tea?
OR Rose Quartz Rosary-prayer and ritual rosary making
Sunday
Morning Attunement: journaling, prayer, meditation, reading on your own or group
Breakfast (& Check Out)
Workshop/Teaching: Walking the Path of the Rose Priestess (Anointing/ Self Initiation)
Completion Circle
Integration in Garden (on your own)
Spa Treatments (not included, schedule with Claire in advance)
Travel home or stay another night
Monday (optional Integration add-on)
Breakfast (included)
Integration – Journal or walking meditation in garden
Check out
Spa treatments (schedule with Claire in advance)
Travel home
Awaken the Rose Sisterhood Retreat:
Divine Feminine Reclamation with Magdalene & Mary
Friday, November 8 – Sunday, November 10, 2024
(with optional add on Integration Day, Monday, November 11)
at the Balch Hotel in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
Retreat Package Options:
Retreat + Traditional Room (single Queen, shared bath, garden view) $650
Retreat + Traditional View Room (1 Queen, shared bath, mountain view) $685
Retreat + Signature Room (1 Queen, bath ensuite, garden view) $815
Retreat + King Suite (King bed, jacuzzi tub, sitting area, mountain view) $895
Retreat Package Includes: 3 days of Retreat teaching and experiential practices, PLUS
- Lodging for 2 nights (add optional integration night during reservation),
- All Supplies and Treats
- All Breakfast + 1 Dinner included (see above)
- 15% Lodging Discount!
*Add Spa Services and Optional integration day during check out.
Cancellation Policy:
Up until 30 days prior to retreat, all monies paid minus $50 administrative fee is refundable if you cancel.
Cancellations within 30 days prior to retreat have no refund provided.
If cancellation is implemented by us, we will cheerfully refund all monies paid by you.
Inclusion is Queen
In an effort to widen our sisterhood and redress or repair the damages of systemic racism and oppression, we kindly offer a scholarship to any BIPOC sister wishing to attend. Your seat is waiting! Please email for a registration link to get a discount.