ARRIVAL
A FULL-DAY IMMERSION · SUNSHINE COAST, BC
Silent Meditation
& Kirtan.
Stillness. Devotion. Collective presence.
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DEAR FRIENDS
A day devoted
to stillness.
You’re warmly invited to our bi-monthly Silent Meditation & Kirtan Day at our community home, the Heartfield Collective.
This is a full-day immersion in stillness, kirtan and collective presence. We are continuing to build this steady rhythm of gathering every two months, deepening together in devotion and shared silence.
See the next dates ↘In the meeting of sound and silence,
the heart remembers itself.
45 MINUTES OF CHANT · 45 MINUTES OF SILENCETHE PRACTICE
Sound opens.
Silence deepens.
Three extended sessions of kirtan and silent meditation carry us through the day.
Each cycle begins with 45 minutes of devotional chant, followed by 45 minutes of silent sitting.
The vibration of kirtan opens the heart and softens the mind, allowing meditation to naturally deepen into presence. As we sit together in silence, the shared field supports a depth of stillness and connection that can be difficult to access alone.
From 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, we observe silence except during kirtan singing.
WHY WE GATHER
Steadiness
for life.
Stepping away from the busyness of life into sustained silence is a powerful practice.
It builds inner resilience, strengthens self-reliance, and expands our capacity to meet life with steadiness and clarity.
Rather than withdrawing from life, we enter the quiet so that we can return more present—more able to listen, respond and remain connected to what matters.
One day.
Three immersions.
A deeper listening.
THE RHYTHM OF THE DAY
From morning
into evening.
Ayurvedic lunch and dinner are lovingly prepared and provided.
IMMERSION I
Kirtan & Meditation
NOURISHMENT
Ayurvedic Lunch
IMMERSION II
Kirtan & Meditation
NOURISHMENT
Ayurvedic Dinner
IMMERSION III
Kirtan & Meditation
RETURN
Closing & Integration
WHO THIS IS FOR
A sincere call
to practice.
This is an intensive meditation experience consisting of three three-hour sessions of kirtan and meditation.
It is open to both experienced practitioners and those new to silent retreat, provided there is a sincere interest in deep practice and self-inquiry.
You do not need to be an experienced singer. Kirtan is a devotional, collective practice in which every voice is welcome.
HELD WITH CARE
Everything you need
to arrive.
A full day
Plan to be with us from 8:00 AM until 9:00 PM, allowing the full arc of the retreat to unfold.
Shared silence
Silence is observed from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, except while we are singing kirtan together.
Nourishing meals
Lovingly prepared Ayurvedic lunch and dinner are included in the day.
After registration
A welcome email with complete details and the Heartfield house address will be sent to you.
FACILITATED BY
Mark
Benson.
More than thirty years devoted to meditation and kirtan.
After spending nine years as a monk immersed in daily spiritual practice, Mark now brings that depth into everyday life—meeting its challenges with presence and compassion.
His calm, grounded energy creates a steady and supportive container for deep inner listening.
OUR BI-MONTHLY RHYTHM
Spend a day
in stillness.
If you feel called to a day of devotion, deep practice and shared presence, you are warmly welcome to join us.
UPCOMING RETREAT DATES