A few years ago, during the 2022 John Philip Newell book signing at Montreat, a Celtic violinist and bagpiper began to play. Before long, people were dancing. What started as a simple line for signed books became something communal and embodied. I watched a room full of people remember that spiritual life can live in music, movement, laughter, and community. I have carried that memory with me, and it returns now as Montreat prepares to welcome John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling for The Great Search 1, the first retreat in a three‑part journey of Earth & Soul practice. You …
