Women’s Retreat 2026: Cultivating Joy

February 20-22, 2026 at Chanco on The James near Williamsburg

Sign Up Here (deadline February 10)

Cultivating Joy

The list of the fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5 has joy is near the top, just after love. Joy is something that we cultivate throughout our life of faith; a spiritual practice that can serve as fuel for the sharing of our unique gifts and light with the world. What is your relationship with joy?

Come aside for a weekend of rest, play, and deep connection. Together, we’ll explore ancient wisdom, the whispers of creation, modern science and the voice of the Loving One – all nudging and inviting us to cultivate to joy.

Rev. Monica Citty Hix

Rev. Monica Citty Hix is a musician, minister, artist, spiritual companion. and the Founding Director of Inner Ground, Inc.—a nonprofit whose mission is to nourish the human heart and spirit through contemplative practices and expressive arts. She is passionate about cultivating spaces where folks can discover community, explore a variety of spiritual practices and tend their inner lives. In addition to her work with Inner Ground, she facilitates classes in the spirituality program at Columbia Theological Seminary. Monica is married to her college sweetheart, Phil, who shares her love of travel and dark chocolate. She finds nourishment in tending her backyard garden, walks with her Wheaten Terrier, Frankie, practicing yoga and being MomMom to her grandson, Otis.

Chanco on The James near Williamsburg

We will begin with dinner on Friday at 6:30 pm and end Sunday morning by 10 am. Chanco on the James is a lovely retreat center about an hour away offering single or double occupancy, each room with its own bathroom. The center is flat and accessible and offers lovely views of the James River.

All rooms are double occupancy, $220 person, with twin beds and, and a private bath to share. You are welcome to select a roommate (indicate this when signing up), or we will pair you with someone we believe will be a good fit.

When signing up please also any dietary needs. (gluten, vegetarian, etc.)

Reach out to Marnie Fisher-Ingram with any questions: marnie@rrcb.org