Little Flower Retreat
(Deluxe) - Rental Information
This deluxe structure, found near the Shrine's southern boundary, was built in 2001 and is nestled within the forest environment while facing the Inside Passage Breadline Pacific waters. Because this place is set apart from the rest of the Shrine facilities and seventy feet above the water, it gives one a true sense of solitude and privacy, yet it is able to be driven to (at times with 4-wheel drive) for ease of access. The structure, itself, was funded primarily from donations made by Vivian Kirkevold in memory of her late daughter, Heidi. Her intent was to provide funds to build a special place for people, particularly couples, to come to for holistic renewal-- physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. In the stillness of the Little Flower Retreat environment, away from the busy world so full of clamoring sounds, it is believed that people can come in contact with their God who is at the core of their being, and find renewal in their lives. This is no rustic cabin; it is a modern facility and has a fine kitchen, dining room, gathering room, bathroom with shower and bathtub, and two bedrooms, each with a queen size bed. The panoramic view from the very comfortable gathering room is truly an untiring scene of contrasting water activity amidst the reefs and islands with the mountains in the background. In addition to staying in this uplifting location, the retreatant will also have the opportunity, if they wish, to visit the rest of the Shrine of St. Therese. The Shrine Chapel is open daily and is surrounded by the Stations of the Cross; the Columbarium and Gardens are peaceful and colorful, and there are trails of varying difficulty from the flat waterfront Good Shepherd Rosary Trail, or the mild to moderately difficult Little Way Trail along Shrine Creek. One will, for sure, not hasten to end their stay at the Little Flower Retreat, this place of uplifting beauty, peace, and renewal. Little Flower Retreat Details #Rooms (are carpeted) Facility is uniquely custom built. Modern Kitchen stocked—micro wave, coffee pot, toaster, gas stove, 4 burners/oven, refrigerator/freezer, pots/pans/dishes/silverware (6 setting) WHO MAY USE THIS HOLISTIC LITTLE FLOWER RETREAT? The Shrine Board and the Diocese of Juneau invites those who fit the Mission Statement below to come and be holistically uplifted: mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Mission Statement: Located in an area of exceptional beauty and solitude, the Shrine Will be a place of Spiritual refuge and retreat for the Diocese of Juneau , other religious groups, and when possible for others utilizing it with reverence and care . Note: If at all possible, be sure to allow time for visiting other Shrine areas; Chapel, Columbarium, Labyrinth, The Gap, Good Shepherd Rosary Trail & Little Way Trail & the Gardens found throughout the grounds . Note : On occasion, the LFR has short notice “reduced rates” available for some cancellations or for dates in the near future that have not been already reserved; one can request to be on short notice “reduced rates” email notification list. Send email request to: fitterer@gci.net |
