Welcome to Sursum Corda Retreat and Wellness Center!
Sursum Corda is a Latin phrase which translates Lift Up Your Hearts!
We hope that all who come and use our facilities will experience that same joy.
While not directly on the ocean, Sursum Corda is a short walk to Copalis Beach. The property has a prayer labyrinth and extensive walking trails through 6 acres of dense woods. The beauty and privacy of the location, while a little more than two hours from Tacoma, offer those who make the journey a wonderful sense of destination and retreat. Whatever the ‘work’ that you are planning to do at Sursum Corda, we are confident that the setting will add to your creativity, productivity and fun!
About Us
Sursum Corda! Lift Up Your Hearts!
The mission of Sursum Corda Retreat and Wellness Center is to provide a private and beautiful space for groups and Individuals to come away and do their work. ‘Work’ is understood in the broadest sense- spiritual, intellectual, emotional, relational and physical. Our rustic, comfortable facilities are conducive to personal or small group retreats, board meetings and seminars; trainings, team building and professional development. The space is also enjoyed by large families for reunions and small weddings. Hospitality is one of our core values as well as living in simple harmony in the exquisite natural setting of Washington’s Pacific coast.
Sursum Corda is designed to have a gentle foot print on the delicate ecosystem of the north shore in Grays County. One of the three main meeting spaces is a 30 foot yurt equipped for presentations, prayer and meditation. There is a small cottage for private or directed retreats. Carol opens her home to small groups of 22 for overnight accommodations and partners with her neighbor, The Beachwood Resort across the street to accommodate large groups.
Sursum Corda is owned and managed by
Carol Guenther, M. Div – a lay minister, spiritual director and mediator from Puyallup, Washington. Carol brings 28 years experience serving Catholic and Lutheran Churches in Washington State. She is a seasoned retreat leader, with a strong background in the arts. Carol is also a writer and adjunct faculty member for the Seattle University School of Theology and Ministry.
3010 State Route 109, Copalis Beach WA 98535
Our Facilities
Groups may reserve Sursum Corda for one-day workshops or for longer programs, up to two weeks.
The facilities include:
Comfortable lounge/meeting space
Combination of single and shared bedrooms with a total of 22 beds
Spacious, equipped kitchen
Wooded walking trails
Close to the beach
A 30 ft. yurt for group prayer, meditation and presentations
Sursum Corda is open to a variety of groups and individuals seeking quiet, comfortable space to get away, reflect and work on their mission.
2023 RATES:
DAILY RATE FOR GROUPS OF 12-22 :
Tuesday and Wednesday: $600/day;
Thursdays – Mondays: $950/day
Individual private or Directed retreats: $75/day
We understand that non-profit organizations have limited budgets for this kind work. Because of our commitment to church groups and other local non-profits who contribute so much to our world, we offer a 30% discount to remove as much of that financial burden as possible. Please talk to Carol for details: 360-940-9139
Upcoming Events
LEAVING A LEGACY RETREAT: April 14-16, 2023
Leaving a Legacyis unique retreat opportunity for mature women that focuses on how we want to be remembered by the end of our lives and includes a personal portrait photo opportunity with a local photographer. Each participant will be guided through a process of self-reflection to come to greater clarity about the messages we want to share with our family, friends and the world before we die. The wisdom shared among participants will be documented through print and photographs. Leaving A Legacy is a celebration of the wisdom shared among senior women. Appropriate for women 55 or older.
Cost: $260.00, includes 2 nights lodging; 6 meals and one portrait folder of one 8 x 10 portrait with your wisdom writing. For more information or to register, call Carol Guenther: 253-318-7258 SursumCorda@coastaccess.com
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RISING LOTUS RETREATS: We are happy to host Kelly Hickman and the crew at Rising Lotus Retreats for their first retreat in Copalis Beach this October 20-22, 2023 for
⸙ Circle & Ceremony
⸙ Yoga & Breathwork
⸙ Sound Healing & Chanting
⸙ Meditation & Deep Relaxation
⸙ Ecstatic Dance & Intuitive Movement
. For more information and to register, contact Kelly at RisingLotusRetreats@outlook.com
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WINTER WOMEN’S RETREAT January 21-23, 2022
Inspiration for the New Year!This retreat will address the topics of personal motivation, goal setting and inspiration as we enter the new calendar year. We will explore what helps and hinders us from being our personal best, surrounded by the beauty of Copalis Beach and the encouragement of fellow sisters on the journey.
We will begin on Friday at 3pm and end Sunday at noon. A Free Will offering is requested.
Limit 15 women. Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test required.
For more information or to register, email Sursumcorda@coastaccess.com or call 360-940-9139
April 23-25, 2021: Leaving a Legacy Retreat
Leaving a Legacyis unique retreat opportunity for women that focuses on how we want to be remembered by the end of our lives and includes a personal portrait photo opportunity with a local photographer. Each participant will be guided through a process of self-reflection to come to greater clarity about the messages we want to share with our family, friends and the world before we die. The wisdom shared among participants will be documented through print and photographs. Leaving A Legacy is a celebration of the wisdom shared among senior women. Appropriate for women 55 or older. There will be two opportunities in Spring 2021: April 23-25 & May 14-16 Limit 12 per weekend. Free will offering requested For more information or to register, call Carol Guenther: 253-318-7258 SursumCorda@coastaccess.com
May 14-16, 2021:Leaving a Legacy Retreat (See above for details)
June 26-28, 2020: Lessons from Self-Quarantine- a Self care Beach retreat for women.
For more information or to register, email Sursumcorda@coastaccess.com or call 360-940-9139.
2019 Fall Retreat Opportunities
October 11-13: St. Andrew Parish Women’s Retreat: Rhythms of Life/Rhythms of Faith
November 1-3: Aging with Grace and Grit (open to all women)
December 6-8: Light in the Darkness (open to all women)
These retreats are facilitated by Carol Guenther, M.Div. and they combine large group sessions, personal time, beach time, Sunday Eucharist and wonderful meals. A free will offering is taken up at the end of the retreat. For more information or to register, email Sursumcorda@coastaccess.com or call 360-940-9139.
OCTOBER 17-20: Ocean Shores Irish Fest
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Enjoy three days of Irish music, dance, food and merriment at three venues in Ocean Shores. We open up the retreat center for individuals, couples or families to stay during the Festival. Free will donation gratefully accepted. For r