Mary Magdalene Celebration 2026

Monday July 20th -Wednesday July 22nd, 2026 | La Pointe du Saint-Esprit: The Point of the Holy Spirit
A Women's Pilgrimage for the Feast of Mary Magdalene (and Bella's Birthday!)

Madeline Island • July 20–22 2026 Big Bay State Park Campground

A time to surrender and remember. A sacred pilgrimage to the Self.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and return to something ancient and true.

Together, we will gather around campfires, sauna, swim in clear waters, walk forest trails, drum beneath the stars, sing, laugh, pray, rest, and remember.

Long before it became Madeline Island, this place was known as La Pointe du Saint-Esprit—The Point of the Holy Spirit and the spiritual home of the Ojibwe people.

For centuries, people have been drawn here by water, beauty, and mystery. There is something about this island that invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and remember that we belong, to the earth, to one another, and to the Divine tapestry of Life.

The story of this island is also the story of a remarkable Ojibwe woman named Equaysayway, meaning Traveling Woman. When she was baptized, she received the name Marie Magdeliene la Grue ("Marie Magdalene La Grue"). Historians explain that La Grue is French for "the crane." Through time, Magdeliene became Madeline, and because of her exceptional leadership, the island came to bear her name.
And so we come, traveling women, to honor and awaken female spiritual leadership within ourselves. Here on the Feast of Mary Magdalene, one the Island of Madeline, surrounded by the Apostle Island in the healing waters of Lake Superior.

July 20 – Arrival
Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. at the campsite.
Women arrive throughout the day and settle into our shared camp. Turn off your phones. Unplug. We are returning to the land. Swim. Read. Paddleboard. Nap. Wander among the pines. Settle in.
As evening falls, we will gather around the fire for a drum circle, ritual chants, and songs to honor those who came before us and bless our time together.

July 21 – Pilgrimage Day
This is the heart of our gathering. This pilgrimage follows the sacred path of the feminine through eight archetypal thresholds.

Together we lean into the Maiden's Invitation, the Muse's Creation, the Mogul's Amplification, the Mother's Expression, the Madam's Integration, the Minister's Articulation, the Mystic's Inspiration, and the Monarch's Liberation. This is the Maiden Voyage, deep, powerful, honoring and self-directed through the application of your own life experiences.

Through story, ritual, reflection, nature, music, silence, and sisterhood, these archetypes awaken within us through lived experience, becoming an empowering map toward wholeness, spiritual sovereignty, and the woman we came here to remember. "The more you surrender, the more your remember."

Through journaling, silence, chanting, song, and time upon the land, we will enter into a deeper remembering.
The day is intentionally spacious, closing with a beautiful rite of passage and ritual.


July 22 – Feast of Mary Magdalene
Campsite check-out is 1:00 p.m.
We will close camp and gather for a celebratory birthday brunch for Bella at Maureen's home. Later that day, we will celebrate the Feast of Mary Magdalene at St. John's Church with music, poetry, reflection.
Like Mary Magdalene, we arrive carrying questions. We depart carrying a message. This is where we rise.
Space is Limited to 18 women. This pilgrimage will continue to be an annual tradition.

What to Bring
Tent and camping gear
Sleeping bag and pillow
Camp chair
Journal and pen
White clothing for the Pilgrimage of Remembering
Swimsuit and towel
Toiletries
Layers for cool evenings
Flashlight or lantern
Drum, rattle, or other instrument (optional)
Water bottle and favorite mug
A song, story, poem, or prayer to share (optional)
Your Registration Includes
Group campsite
Four meals (2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, plus light snacks and beverages)
On-site sauna
Guided rituals and pilgrimage experiences

Transportation and ferry fees are not included.

 
 
 
 
 
$300.00
 
 
 
 
 

Liability Disclosure and Assumption of Risk


By registering for the Celebration Retreat, I acknowledge and agree to the following:




  1. I understand that participation in the camping retreat is voluntary and may include activities such as hiking, walking on uneven terrain, campfires, outdoor recreation, shared meal preparation, transportation, and other activities associated with camping.




  2. I recognize that these activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to slips, falls, weather-related conditions, insect bites, encounters with wildlife, illness, accidents, or other unforeseen circumstances that could result in injury, property damage, or other losses.




  3. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participating in this retreat and accept personal responsibility for my health, safety, and well-being during the event.




  4. I agree to follow all instructions and safety guidelines provided by the retreat coordinators, volunteers, and designated leaders and to conduct myself in a manner that promotes the safety and well-being of all participants.




  5. I certify that I am physically able to participate in the retreat activities or have consulted with my healthcare provider regarding my participation. I agree to inform the retreat organizers of any medical conditions, allergies, dietary restrictions, or medications that may require attention during the retreat.




  6. In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize the retreat leaders to seek emergency medical care on my behalf if I am unable to provide consent. I understand that I am responsible for any medical expenses incurred.




  7. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I release and hold harmless the spiritual community, its leadership, retreat coordinators, volunteers, property owners, and affiliated organizations from liability for any injury, loss, damage, or expense arising from my participation in the retreat, except where such injury or damage results from gross negligence or willful misconduct.




  8. I understand that this retreat is intended to foster spiritual growth, fellowship, and mutual respect. I agree to contribute to a positive, respectful, and supportive environment throughout the retreat.




I have carefully read this Liability Disclosure and Assumption of Risk. I understand its contents, have had the opportunity to ask questions, and voluntarily agree to participate under these terms. My registration for the Celebration Retreat confirms I understand and agree to the above Liability Disclosure and Assumption of Risk terms fully. 


 
 
 
 
 

Description

Monday July 20th -Wednesday July 22nd, 2026
La Pointe du Saint-Esprit: The Point of the Holy Spirit
A Women's Pilgrimage for the Feast of Mary Magdalene (and Bella's Birthday!)

Madeline Island • July 20–22 2026 Big Bay State Park Campground

A time to surrender and remember. A sacred pilgrimage to the Self.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and return to something ancient and true.

Together, we will gather around campfires, sauna, swim in clear waters, walk forest trails, drum beneath the stars, sing, laugh, pray, rest, and remember.

Long before it became Madeline Island, this place was known as La Pointe du Saint-Esprit—The Point of the Holy Spirit and the spiritual home of the Ojibwe people.

For centuries, people have been drawn here by water, beauty, and mystery. There is something about this island that invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and remember that we belong, to the earth, to one another, and to the Divine tapestry of Life.

The story of this island is also the story of a remarkable Ojibwe woman named Equaysayway, meaning Traveling Woman. When she was baptized, she received the name Marie Magdeliene la Grue ("Marie Magdalene La Grue"). Historians explain that La Grue is French for "the crane." Through time, Magdeliene became Madeline, and because of her exceptional leadership, the island came to bear her name.
And so we come, traveling women, to honor and awaken female spiritual leadership within ourselves. Here on the Feast of Mary Magdalene, one the Island of Madeline, surrounded by the Apostle Island in the healing waters of Lake Superior.

July 20 – Arrival
Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. at the campsite.
Women arrive throughout the day and settle into our shared camp. Turn off your phones. Unplug. We are returning to the land. Swim. Read. Paddleboard. Nap. Wander among the pines. Settle in.
As evening falls, we will gather around the fire for a drum circle, ritual chants, and songs to honor those who came before us and bless our time together.

July 21 – Pilgrimage Day
This is the heart of our gathering. This pilgrimage follows the sacred path of the feminine through eight archetypal thresholds.

Together we lean into the Maiden's Invitation, the Muse's Creation, the Mogul's Amplification, the Mother's Expression, the Madam's Integration, the Minister's Articulation, the Mystic's Inspiration, and the Monarch's Liberation. This is the Maiden Voyage, deep, powerful, honoring and self-directed through the application of your own life experiences.

Through story, ritual, reflection, nature, music, silence, and sisterhood, these archetypes awaken within us through lived experience, becoming an empowering map toward wholeness, spiritual sovereignty, and the woman we came here to remember. "The more you surrender, the more your remember."

Through journaling, silence, chanting, song, and time upon the land, we will enter into a deeper remembering.
The day is intentionally spacious, closing with a beautiful rite of passage and ritual.


July 22 – Feast of Mary Magdalene
Campsite check-out is 1:00 p.m.
We will close camp and gather for a celebratory birthday brunch for Bella at Maureen's home. Later that day, we will celebrate the Feast of Mary Magdalene at St. John's Church with music, poetry, reflection.
Like Mary Magdalene, we arrive carrying questions. We depart carrying a message. This is where we rise.
Space is Limited to 18 women. This pilgrimage will continue to be an annual tradition.

What to Bring
Tent and camping gear
Sleeping bag and pillow
Camp chair
Journal and pen
White clothing for the Pilgrimage of Remembering
Swimsuit and towel
Toiletries
Layers for cool evenings
Flashlight or lantern
Drum, rattle, or other instrument (optional)
Water bottle and favorite mug
A song, story, poem, or prayer to share (optional)
Your Registration Includes
Group campsite
Four meals (2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, plus light snacks and beverages)
On-site sauna
Guided rituals and pilgrimage experiences

Transportation and ferry fees are not included.