The WY School of Earth and Soul is a weekend retreat of teaching and spiritual practice events. Each day begins and ends with meditative prayer and chant. In the morning and early evening John Philip teaches from the wisdom of Celtic prophets over the centuries, applying this ancient wisdom to the most critical challenges of today. In the early afternoon there is silence and free time for resting and walking. In the late afternoon there is spiritual practice before the evening meal, bringing one’s inner attention to the presence of the sacred within us and within all things. Meals are shared in common and on the evening of the second day there is a celebration of time together at the School. On the final morning before lunch there is a closing service of thanksgiving.

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The school will be held at the magnificently beautiful Ranch at UCross, nestled in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountain Range.  Just a half-day’s drive from the Black Hills and Yellowstone National Park, the settin gis perfect for experiencing Wyoming’s wildlife, recreation and environmental heritage.  All rooms at The Ranch at UCross offer an authentic sense of place, embracing their surroundings with majestic views of the surrounding Wyoming countryside. ​​ Located approximately 17 miles northwest from Buffalo, WY or 27 miles southeast of Sheridan, WY, the Ranch’s breathtaking landscapes can be enjoyed through a range of outdoor activities that include hiking, fishing, horseback riding, bird watching or simply by relaxing by the river.