Desert Sojourn Retreats are developed by Spirit in the Desert for the community at large. All are welcome to these retreats at the beautiful Spirit campus in Carefree, Arizona. Click on the link to indicate your interest online or call the office to register for the event.
Healing of Memories Workshop for Women Veterans
May 15-17, 2026 Healing of Memories Workshop for Women Veterans The Healing of Memories workshop is a safe place for participants to explore personal histories and gain insight and empathy for themselves and others. Spirit in the Desert and the Institute for Healing of Memories began workshops for women veterans only in 2017. Why? To answer a “call” from so many women in the military who have been subjected to Military Sexual Trauma (MST). The statistics on this kind of…
Healing of Memories Workshop for Veterans
NOVEMBER 20-22, 2026 Healing of Memories Workshop for All Veterans We believe individuals feel healed and empowered when personal stories are heard and acknowledged. Human relationships can be transformed and restored through deep listening and meaningful sharing. The Healing of Memories workshop is a safe place for participants to explore personal histories and gain insight and empathy for themselves and others. This workshop from the Institute for Healing of Memories is a response to the emotional, psychological and spiritual wounds…
Play Ball and Connect Retreat
MARCH 16-20, 2027 Play Ball and Connect: A Desert Sojourn Retreat Back by popular demand! This Spring Training retreat returns to Spirit in the Desert in March, 2027 Join us for an inspiring Spring Training experience in Arizona, where baseball enthusiasts and faith-driven individuals unite to explore the connection between sport and spirituality. This unique retreat, led by Pastor Dave Ellingson, combines fellowship, worship, and the excitement of baseball with opportunities to attend MLB Cactus League games in the vibrant…