Board of Trustees Reflections . . .

“What captured your interest about the transformation of Page to a Retreat Center and what do you find compelling or unique about the Page Center?” 

Jane Cisluycis- “I liked the idea of all people being welcome in an atmosphere that is both comfortable and welcoming. Page is a place for treading lightly on the land. Small groups can benefit by tailor-made retreat experiences.” 

Cathy Greer-Cole- “I liked the idea of welcoming all communities beyond Christians into that space. I also liked not defining it too rigidly with how people use the space but opening it up to let others create their own retreat. For me what we are creating at Page is an opportunity for a “Peoples’ Camp”, “The Peoples’ Retreat.” One of the assets of Page is not defining ourselves to serve a certain group, not locking ourselves in to serve a certain age group or certain characteristic.” 

Gail Griffith – “The simple, natural, warm space that invites reflection, along with a sense of refreshment and play away from the ordinary as well as its flexibility to accommodate self-generated programs and activities. It is my hope that people feel welcome and comfortable at Page and that all of their needs are met.” 

Sean Murray – “I believe that the distinctive element for Page will stem from the relationships that develop with the Page Center and its users. The idea of asset based community building focused on a developing community of retreat makers is powerful and I believe is capable of creating a truly distinctive quality in the operation of the Page Center. This will take time to develop but will be essential to the Page Center’s long term success.” 

Virginia Peacock – “Devoting the space for retreat and connecting with nature, self, and others just seems to be the property’s purpose. That is a place for rest, time out, healing and refreshment.” 

Jacob Silver- “I am intrigued by the idea of a natural, forested facility offering instruction and respite to all groups including those underserved in any way. I believe offering nutritious, healthy food is important.” 

Ursula Stock – “For many people, spiritual renewal comes from quiet, scenic natural spaces rather than buildings and gatherings, Page offers both. We need to promote living harmoniously with our planet and the ecosystems that support us to find a path to peace. At Page you experience renewing, nurturing, refreshing and enlightening relationship building.” 

Garee Zellmer – “What caught my attention about Page is that it would not be affiliated with anything, that it is a stand alone non-profit. That it is truly created as a space of beauty and calm, set aside for the sole use of those wanting to take a deep pause from the everyday pressures to reflect, retreat, or meet in the pristine and yet accessible piece of nature. It would be a place for adults to have individual or group meetings away from homes or offices and that the facility would be comfortable enough for those who do not like to rough it but love and appreciate nature and being in it.”