Gatherings & Retreats

At selected moments during the year, Sven and Nina travel from their home in the south of France to the Netherlands to create their 'samenkomsten’ (gatherings). Throughout the year they organize one- or multi-day gatherings and retreats in which they wish to pay tribute to the gift of life in an accessible but honorable way. The powerful medicines of silence and music, meditation, and prayer form the core from which the services are organized. These intimate gatherings vary seasonally and are all organized based on where inspiration guides them.

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  • "A warm and gentle welcome, a retreat with heart and soul. A wonderful flow throughout the day in which the different parts together form a beautiful and coherent whole. For me a beautiful reminder of that euphoric feeling that silence can give me."

    — Didi

  • "What a beautiful day! Well organized and in a very special location! I feel completely connected. Connected by being silent together, connected by eating (delicious) food together and singing together. But above all, connected by love."

    — Eline

  • "Beautiful place, beautiful space holding, beautiful silence, beautiful food, beautiful experience! Nina and Sven lovingly create a space where you can let go, connect with yourself, life and others, and celebrate life together."

    — Sascha

  • "I really loved this event. To me, it was like attending a wonderful church service without actually having to go to church. Sven prepared his thoughts thoroughly and beautifully and it was a pleasure to listen to him. The event filled my mind with new perspectives and my heart with the warmth of knowing that there are fellow humans who try to make this world a better place. Thank you Sven!"

    — Sarah

  • "A very nice evening in a cozy spot with lovely people. The beautiful wisdom that Sven shared with us, the wonderful time together, the beautiful conversations alternating with sharing silence, the delicious soup; it has fulfilled and touched me. Thank you!"

    — Danielle

The events are an invitation for remembrance, each gathering as an opportunity to consciously continue our greater service in the world.

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Would you like to attend one of the events? Then view the calendar for an overview of all planned activities.

Weekly Meditation

Every Monday evening we gather together in an online environment with the intention to silently and attentively remind ourselves of the joy of our human experience.