SACRED FLAME: Awakening the Retreat Leader Within, June 21-23!
The Trinity Collective + Valley Haggard Invite YOU to join our Circle.
Step into your calling as a sacred space holder.
Join the Trinity Collective and Writing Fire at the stunning, riverfront Gift House Retreat Center for a 3-day immersive retreat—the foundational experience in our 3-part Retreat Leader Certification Program. Whether you're new to facilitating or ready to deepen your craft, this Level 1 training is designed to help you embody confidence, clarity, and sacred responsibility as a retreat leader.
Led by seasoned sacred space holders, Writing Fire and The Trinity Collective, you'll receive powerful spiritual and practical tools to bring your retreat vision to life.
What You’ll Experience:
Clarity & Confidence: Align with your soul’s purpose as a retreat facilitator
Practical Skills: Learn foundational logistics, pricing strategies, and space-holding tools
Sacred Community: Connect with a circle of visionary leaders committed to healing & transformation
Upon completion, you'll receive your Level 1 Certification and be on the path to becoming a vetted Gift House Sacred Space Holder/Retreat Facilitator, eligible for:
✔️ Discounted access to the Gift House Retreat Center
✔️ Early booking opportunities
✔️ Exclusive facilitator perks
What’s Included:
Expert training & sacred experiential learning
Beautiful printed workbook + planning tools
Follow-up virtual group coaching/training
2 delicious dinners & 2 nourishing lunches from local caterers
Lodging not included – contact Tonya@mbsfood.com for local accommodation options with partner properties.
About the Facilitators:
Writing Fire – Founded by award-winning author, energy worker, and retreat host Valley Haggard, Writing Fire offers sacred spaces for creative healing. Known for fostering raw, real, and magical experiences, Valley weaves together vulnerability, creativity, and community care in every circle and retreat she leads.
The Trinity Collective™ – A powerful alliance between:
WakeUp Now™ (Empress Lolita Thomas) – Master Transformation & Clarity Coaching/Mentoring
Mind Body & Soul Food™ (Rev. Tonya Parker) – Healing Arts & Restorative Practices
Ankh Ministries™ (Rev. Anim Bey) – Spiritual Development & Creative Expression
Together, they offer spiritually aligned, inclusive, and deeply transformational retreats. As a synergistic system, they also support facilitators behind the scenes with planning, logistics, marketing, and post-retreat care.
About Gift House:
Located on 28 sacred acres in Virginia’s Northern Neck, Gift House is a modern sanctuary surrounded by water, wildlife, and wonder. Watch dolphins dance, kayak the river, stroll through wooded trails, or soak in unforgettable sunsets. This peaceful vortex is stewarded with love and intention by Lucy Fox, Regina Brayboy, and Shey Khandro.
Ready to Answer the Call?
Let this Summer Solstice mark your initiation. Step forward. Bring the light. Lead with soul.
Cost of $222 will cover the deposit only. Expect a follow-up email with further information and instructions for payment arrangements for the complete cost of $888 for this Level 1 Certification. Partial Scholarships may be available on a limited basis.
Reach out to Reverend Tonya tonya@mbsfood.com with any questions.
Join the Sacred Circle
Free Community Writing Workshop:
Come As You Are!
Tuesday, June 3
6-7:30 PM EST
Zoom
Come as our guest or make a love offering!
Deep Dive: Wednesday afternoons online
July 2- August 20, 2025
1-3 PM EST
Zoom
$250
***There will be a 2 week hiatus after class on July 9th, returning July 30th***
Life in the First Person: Thursday mornings online
July 3 - August 21, 2025
9:30 - 11:30 AM EST
Zoom
$250
***There will be a 2 week Hiatus after class on July 10th, we return July 31***
Want to find out if writing with me is the right fit for you?
What are Valley’s students saying?
“What a divine, intuitively-led workshop; thank you Valley!” —Kate
“Valley is absolutely wonderful. This was my first experience & the entire experience helped me so much. Very inspiring!” —Susan
“Valley has yet again provided a safe place to write with inspiring and thoughtful feedback. Such a gift she has and shares!” —Marty
“Valley offers sensitive feedback to writers who come to her classes, always positive and supportive, whether you have been writing all your life or are just starting to explore this path to self-knowledge.”—Chaya
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