Community - Illuman Of Washington

Deep Connections

Events like the MROP, EROP, or other retreats, offer opportunities for transformation that can alter the conversation we’re having with life. However, it is the fabric of the community, the depth of relationships between men formed over the years, that sustains one on the journey.

We cannot do our inner work alone.

The Illuman community in the PNW is a rich tapestry of these enduring friendships, and when one becomes involved, overtime one’s desire for rich, deep, authentic relationships are what we treasure the most.

If you would like to get connected within our community reach out to us with an email. We have a number of men who would happily have a cup of coffee with you.

Meeting Virtually

We are currently making our four Zoom Rooms available for use by members of the Illuman of PNW community. With four rooms, at least one of them is almost always available. To prevent overlap, they can be scheduled using the calendar below by making a calendar request to convener@illumanofwa.org, either via email or google calendar.

https://zoom.us/j/4257749477 zoom@
https://zoom.us/j/2867859631 zoom2@
https://zoom.us/j/9989446429 zoom3@

The calendar is managed by convener@illumanofwa.org

Please note, all times are in Pacific Time Zone.

National Gatherings

In addition to the gatherings hosted by Illuman of Washington, Illuman nationally offers a full slate of virtual councils that are open to all. Most every weekend you’ll find more than one option to meet. Check out the national page directly for dates and times.

I attended the January retreat and was moved by the power of the male community. The greetings upon arriving shifted my focus to assessing my gifts, wounds, and blessings. The time and space shared presented an opportunity to seek spiritual direction and understanding in the community of brothers.

~Stephen

I attended the January retreat and was moved by the power of the male community. The greetings upon arriving shifted my focus to assessing my gifts, wounds, and blessings. The time and space shared presented an opportunity to seek spiritual direction and understanding in the community of brothers.

~Stephen

The January retreat was a great way to reconnect with the deepest needs of the spirit and leverage time-tested rituals for powerful impact. A wonderful opportunity to connect with other men that are on their own path of spiritual transformation, and learn from their journey and experiences.

~Participant

Last year's retreat, was powerful as a continuance for those of us who had been through an MROP and for our brothers who were interested in learning more about MROP's and opportunities for being with like minded men.

~Participant

In the stillness of a damp, quiet corner of the Seattle metro area, a diverse group of men gathered to share rituals and a common desire to become better, more generative men. It was perhaps the first time I've ever experienced real unity in such a group of men, and the sacred time paved the way for some life-changing healing that could only have happened in the company of others.

~Sam

It was comforting to spend time in the company of men who are there to support you; and who you can support as they and you walk through the stages of life.

~Dennis

The combination of the gathered group, the small group "council" times, and the time in solitude was refreshing. It felt like a safe place to reflect and refocus, receiving encouragement from others along the way.

~Participant

At the end of the retreat, I felt deeply at peace and very grateful for all the men who shared this space with me, as well as the volunteers who made it happen. I can't wait to go again!

~Ned

After making the MROP years ago, and coming home to unpack the experience virtually alone, the Illuman retreat gave me a sense that, finally, a community is present, and willing, to share the journey.

~Participant