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Stoke the Fire

Illuman of Washington offers a range of gatherings on an ongoing basis.  These include quarterly wilderness wanderings, firesides, backpacking, councils, retreats, work days, service work, and more.

The location and other details for each Washington council are announced each month in the newsletter.  Council includes practices that touch on all five of our touchstones, but the best way to learn about council is to experience council.  Council is open to all men.  For those who live far from an existing council circle, we have virtual council groups that meet as well.

Learn more about council here.

Don’t miss these upcoming events, and check back for more details in the future.

Upcoming Illuman Of Washington Events

Men’s Rites of Passage Location: Skalitude Wilderness Center in Carlton, WA

May 15-19, 2019. The MROP returns to the Pacific Northwest.  Registration will open by October 1st, and last time we hosted this event we did sell out.  Look at our pages dedicated to the MROP for more information

Elder Rites of Passage Location: Ekone Ranch in Goldendale, WA

September 11-15, 2019.  Where the MROP serves primarily as an initiation into the second half of life (though we regularly have men in their 60’s and 70’s attend), the EROP serves as a gathering of men beginning and/or deepening their eldering journey.  Registration opens soon!

“Practices” Workshop Location: Greater Seattle area and streaming live

July 27, 2019.  This half-day workshop is for men who have gone through the Men’s Rites of Passage and are looking to integrate and explore spiritual practices into their lives on an ongoing basis.  More information to come.

September 2019 Wilderness Wandering and Fireside Location TBD

September 28, 2019.   Come for a portion of the day or for the entirety.  This day will include time in nature, in council, a shared meal, and an evening fire.

January Retreat 2020

Every January we offer a weekend retreat, that alternates between engaging a particular topic on a deep level, and a MROP workday (in odd years).

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Reflections On The January Retreat

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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    • Overview – Men’s Rites Of Passage
    • 2021 Washington MROP
    • Be an Initiator
    • Forget Your Perfect Offering
    • Payments And Forms
  • Elders’ Rites of Passage
    • Overview – Elders’ Rites of Passage
    • An Elder’s Offering
    • Registration & EROP Details
    • Before & After EROP
    • Returning Elders
    • EROP Medical Form
  • Journey Of Illumination
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    • Serving
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Shoreline WA 98177
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