The 2026 UMMAS Retreat

The annual UMMAS Fall Retreat is a joyful and transformative gathering designed to renew the spirit, inspire fresh ideas, and deepen connection with community and Spirit. Held in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina at Lake Junaluska with lodging at the beautiful Terrace
Hotel, the retreat brings together spiritual seekers, ministers, leaders, creatives, and lifelong learners for several days of music, workshops, worship, reflection, and meaningful conversation.

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This year’s theme, Rising Together: Renewing Our Spirit, Connecting Our Hearts, and Awakening to What Is Ours to Do - Together, invites us into a shared experience of healing, inspiration, courage, and collective purpose. As we gather in sacred community, we remember that none of us are meant to do this work alone.

Hosted by the Unity Ministers of the Mid-Atlantic States (UMMAS), the retreat welcomes anyone looking for inspiration, renewal, and authentic spiritual community. The 2026 retreat features New York Times bestselling author Pam Grout, transformational speaker.

Take a look at Pam's 1st Ted Talk!

 

Pam is known for her playful, experiential approach to spirituality, manifestation, gratitude, and A Course in Miracles. Her major books include:

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  E-Squared – Nine playful experiments designed to explore the idea that our thoughts, beliefs, and expectations influence the reality we experience.
  
  
  
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  Thank & Grow Rich – A 30-day practice using gratitude and joy to shift our perspective and open ourselves to greater abundance and possibility.
  
  
  
• E-Cubed – A follow-up to E-Squared, offering nine more experiments exploring manifestation, miracles, and our connection with an unlimited universe.
• The Course in Miracles Experiment – A practical, lighthearted introduction to A Course in Miracles, focused on changing thought patterns and seeing the world differently.
  
• Art & Soul, Reloaded – A yearlong creative journey encouraging readers to reconnect with their imagination, creativity, courage, and “daring” side.

She has actually written more than 20 books, including earlier works on travel, health, creativity, and personal growth.

Also preesent will be Rev. Dr. Martha Creek, and conscious indie-pop musician Jesse Powers, along with engaging workshops, meditation, live music, and sacred gathering experiences throughout the week. (unityretreat.us)

Set on the peaceful grounds of Lake Junaluska, the retreat offers the perfect space to rest, reconnect, and recharge. Whether you are seeking spiritual renewal, creative inspiration, deeper connection, or simply time away to breathe and reflect, the UMMAS Fall Retreat invites you to come as you are and leave refreshed, encouraged, and inspired.