Sunrise Ranch Spiritual Retreat Center has programs that empower personal transformation and world service. We offer conference facilities for leading-edge organizations, opportunities to participate in our 350-acre ranch and farm, and connection with like-minded people in this multifaceted spiritual community. Sunrise Ranch is the headquarters for Emissaries of Divine Light, a global spiritual network.
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David Karchere is an author, speaker, poet, workshop leader and foremost thought leader on Primal Spirituality worldwide. David has created and led programs for spiritual awakening and personal transformation for people around the globe. He leads Healing Chant workshops, and he has developed The Creative Field Project, a global network of small groups that m...
Jane Anetrini is a coach and teacher of Primal Spirituality and is the assistant spiritual director of Sunrise Ranch, a teaching and demonstration site for Primal Spirituality. She is the director of the Full Self Emergence program at Sunrise Ranch, a program designed to share the enlightened knowledge of the transformational process that frees people to be fully themselves. She is the co-creator and part of the senior faculty of an International Leadership program. Jane has traveled internat...
Ruth Buckingham is a teacher, facilitator and speaker, and her background in the theater enables her creativity to be embodied in the work she teaches. Her practical approach encourages people to discover the truth of themselves and bring the expression of that into their daily lives. Ruth travels extensively with her husband, Phil Richardson, facilitating workshops and giving talks in Australia, South Africa, Singapore, Norway, Netherlands, UK and the USA. Her interests include ancestry r...
Phil Richardson is one of seven Trustees of Emissaries of Divine Light and provides leadership and spiritual education internationally. With his wife, Ruth Buckingham, he coordinates Emissary activities in South Africa and the UK, spending time there, in the USA and other countries, assisting people to a greater awareness of their true potential. His more than 40years of commitment to his spiritual path and the training he has undergone in spiritual education, attunement and emotional work has...
Maureen Waller discovered, after searching for many years, that it is possible to transcend our human conditioning. True being and inherent leadership are in fact present within each one of us. Maureen has a passion for connecting with people and, through that connection, offers the gifts that she has received through the Emissary program. Maureen is a teacher of practical spirituality, a coach, and has a commitment to personal honesty no matter what....
Hugh Duff, one of the seven Emissaries of Divine Light Trustees, is a dowser and attunement practitioner. He is a teacher of Attunement Practitioner Certification classes and Right Use of Power workshops. He leads Transformation Groups, small circles of people who create supportive environments for personal life changes. As Regional Director with Emissaries of Divine Light, British Columbia, he offers spiritual guidance to people in their life journey. Hugh’s home base is Edenvale, a thriving ...
Uma came to Sunrise Ranch for the Full Self Emergence program several years ago, eager to learn the spiritual teachings and experience living in a successful spiritual community. She discovered a spirituality that resonated deeply with her own inner knowing, developed on a spiritual path of 45 years. She stayed on after the program ended and now teaches in the program. She brings more than 30 years of professional experience, including project management, software engineering and programming, a...
Marilyn Manderson teaches and practices Attunement, an energy medicine practice with a profound spiritual foundation. She is a member of the leadership team of the Emissary Attunement Guild, and offers Attunement mentoring and teaching in Kamloops, British Columbia, where she lives. Marilyn has lived a life of service as both a critical care and community nurse, a member of intentional community, and a spiritual teacher. Currently she is a Trustee of Emissaries of Divi...
Keahi Ewa serves as Director of Operations at Sunrise Ranch and Executive Assistant to the global spiritual network of Emissaries of Divine Light. She is a teacher and coach for the Primal Spirituality series and the Full Self Emergence program. Her passion is to shine a light of possibility on living a life of unconditional love through personal spiritual healing and knowing. She believes that, from this knowing, one can experience a full and fulfilling life. She enjoys sharing in hula...
David Wheeler, musician and ethnomusicologist, entered the tutelage of shakuhachi master Junsuke Kawase III in 1977. He received his M.A. in musicology from the Tokyo University of Fine Arts and Music in 1985. Since 1982, he has been performing, teaching, lecturing and writing about shakuhachi and Japanese music both in Japan and the U.S.
David specializes in the classical tradition, but performance activities cover the full range of music today from Japanese to Western and classical to th...
Michael Gaeta is a visionary teacher, practitioner and writer in the field of natural healthcare. Michael studied Attunement with Roger de Winton. He holds New York licenses in acupuncture, nutrition and massage therapy, and is a Doctor of Acupuncture in Rhode Island.
In 1990, Michael founded the Hands-On Health Wholistic Centers, a successful group practice in New York. He has appeared on the CBS "Early Show," "NBC News" and "WB11 News." He writes and lectures nationally on nutrition, her...
Patrick Padden, a graduate of Colorado State University, studied natural systems building design in Namibia and urban food forest implementation in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2007. In 2008, Patrick obtained his permaculture teacher’s certificate from Sandy Cruz and Becky Elder of the Permaculture Institute. Patrick received his design certificate from the International Permaculture Design Course in Harare, Zimbabwe, and attended the International Permaculture Convergence in Malawi in 2009....
Ty Burhoe has been a disciple of the great tabla maestro, Ustad Zakir Hussain, since 1990. From that time forward, Ty has been wholly dedicated to music as a career and as a spiritual path. Ty is known for his inspired accompaniment and uplifting presence in both classical and in fusion settings. He is internationally recognized for being instrumental in creating unique collaborations that weave tabla with other world traditions. He has become well known not only for his talents as a tabla playe...
Steve Oda began his musical education at the age of seven, learning to play slide guitar and then jazz guitar. His love of creativity through musical expression led him to the classical music of North India and the sarode. His practice started earnestly with Ustad Aashish Khan in 1971, and then in 1973 he became a disciple of Aashish’s father, the legendary musician, Maestro Ali Akbar Khan, one of India’s treasures. Since then Steve has dedicated himself to fully learning this complex art fo...
Avery Ellis is an Ecological Designer with a whole-systems approach to life. Avery was raised in New Jersey, the Garden State, by a master gardener. He has always felt a kinship with nature and the natural processes.
Avery spent the past decade pursuing his passion for sustainability with experience ranging from permaculture design to natural-building practices, solar installation to biodynamic farming, ecological waste treatment to communication dynamics, and he loves to share his knowle...
Dr. Margaret Paul is the author or co-author of several best-selling books, including "Do I Have To Give Up Me to Be Loved By You?" "Inner Bonding, Healing Your Aloneness," "The Healing Your Aloneness Workbook," "Do I Have To Give Up Me to Be Loved By My Kids?" and "Do I Have To Give Up Me To Be Loved By God?" Her books have been distributed around the world and have been translated into eleven languages.
Margaret holds a Ph.D. in psychology and is a relationship expert, noted public s...
Shar Lee began her Buddhist meditation and studies in 1964 at the Zen Buddhist Temple in Evanston, Illinois. She has studied Buddhism at the White Temple near the Boudhanath Stupa in Nepal with Chogye Trichen Rinpoche (Sakya Tradition), Tenga Rinpoche (Kagyu Tradition), and Choekyie Nyima Rinpoche (Nyingma/Kagyu Tradition). In the 1960s, Shar Lee studied yoga, Ayurveda, and massage therapy. She became a yoga teacher in 1966 and a massage therapist in 1967. Shar teaches Tibetan Cranial to many...
Barbara Marx Hubbard has been called "the voice for conscious evolution..." by Deepak Chopra. She is the subject of Neale Donald Walsch’s book The Mother of Invention. And many would agree she is the global ambassador for conscious change. At her heart, Barbara Marx Hubbard is a visionary, a social innovator. She is an evolutionary thinker who believes that global change happens when we work collectively and selflessly for the greater good. She realizes that the lessons of evolution teach u...
David Chernikoff began the study and practice of meditation in 1971 and started teaching insight meditation in 1988. He trained as a yoga teacher at the Integral Yoga Institute and completed the Community Dharma Leader program at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. His teaching has been influenced by senior teachers from the Insight Meditation Society and Spirit Rock, Tibetan teachers he studied with during a 3-year stay in Nepal, and spiritual guides from other contemplative traditions, most notably...
"The Deepening is a powerful workshop for those who wish to really "go deep" in their understanding of themselves, their magnitude and greatness, and how they can bring their light more fully into their worlds. This workshop is a must for individuals ready to embrace their divine selves and create a more fulfilling life."
- A.C., Colorado | The Deepening class participant
"This has to be one of my favorite workshops ever due to the tremendous opening of the heart and authenticity that poured from them from everyone to everyone."
- Ana N | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"We will remember the sense of peace and serenity found in this place. The energy is special; the atmosphere is reverent. Everyone here is friendly and gracious. We feel totally blessed and guided to have connected with you. Loved it all. Thank you."
- Participant from Blue Sun Energetics
"I felt so at home in heart and space. So enjoyed everyone here at Sunrise. The love and light and the radiance of everyone I met as well as the environment itself has been so enjoyable. Thank you!"
- Participant from Blue Sun Energetics
"I started this class with as open and as fresh of a mind as I could clear. Within just two days, emotions and old patterns arose, were confronted, neutralized, nurtured and cleared. Both content, instruction and delivery were excellent."
- Chad Johns | Art of Living class participant
"I came in willing to work on very troubling issues. I felt them fully … . It was almost too intense. Now those issues seem small and less demanding. It was a powerful process!"
- David E | Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"People were saying that they wanted to live here, they loved it so much. Everyone was very helpful and accommodating."
- Andrea I.
"So precious, the clarity of loving, joyful existence. A communion of people, honorably together for the highest good of all—what a heartfelt gratefulness. I’ve been to many similar places; this was by far the best experience. Why? Because of the people of this community. You all have a wonderful light and glow—the love shines in you! THANK YOU!!"
- Participant from the Healing Sounds Intensive
"I will always appreciate the loving atmosphere of Sunrise Ranch. What a blessing to be with all of you. Blessings to all! This is such a slice of heaven and it is hard to leave. The whole experience was sublime!"
- Participant from Healing Sounds Intensive
"This is a magical place. I enjoyed it a lot!! The light and love from every staff member and throughout the facility was stupendous! Thank you. Continue your great work."
- Participant from Healing Sounds Intensive
"The atmosphere and site are healing in themselves. It’s a wonderful experience to be here! :) The warmth, humor and welcome was above and beyond!! Your home is physically beautiful, and I felt welcomed by everyone I met. Ten days is a long time to spend somewhere—but I wasn’t in a rush to go. Keep up your good work."
- Participant from Healing Sounds Intensive
"The people make this place. I really love the people who live at Sunrise Ranch. They made us feel welcome in their community. Wonderful location & surroundings. Thank you!"
- Participant from Healing Touch
"Friendly people! Beautiful grounds, labyrinth and pond especially. Beautiful grounds; loving, kindness energy from the staff. The food was amazing. Thank you so much!"
- Participant from Healing Touch
"We really appreciate how loving and supporting the staff here at Sunrise is!! And the food is awesome!!"
- Karen K., Inner Bonding Training Program
"I have had the chance to host many workshops and conferences at Sunrise Ranch and it is by far my favorite facility. The organic food is delicious, the accommodations are comfortable, and the service is beyond compare."
- James Twyman | world-renowned author and peace troubadour
"The class taught me so much about myself I never knew and gave me skills that I will take with me for the rest of my life. It inspired me to persevere through any challenge in life and to have faith and love in all situations I encounter. I learned to forge and grow within myself. I found peace within myself and felt myself becoming less divided. I stopped fighting myself and found acceptance. To live with integrity. To open my heart and let love radiate. I am truly grateful for the experience."
- Jess | Art of Living class participant
"The level of hospitality and responsiveness of the stellar Sunrise conference staff exceeded the support we receive at five-star hotels. Beyond simple responsiveness, the support and service staff at Sunrise truly CARED about the success of our meeting and the comfort of the participants. Beyond being ‘guests,’ we felt like part of the Sunrise family."
- Jim Warner | President of OnCourse International, entrepreneur, author
"The open, supportive hearts and the respect given us made our sesshin retreat deeper and more effective. I would send anyone there and know without a doubt that they would be well-served and delighted to be there."
- Jun Po Denis Kelly | Abbot, Hollow Bones Order
"A valuable experience for any age group to encounter and embrace the structure of Blessing and Understanding into your life and relationships into family, friends, colleagues and on to the global community—expanding these principles each day."
- Karen P | Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"The Deepening helped me uncover past experiences that were limiting my spiritual development and my ability to reach fulfillment in my life. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to develop spiritually and bring spirit more openly into daily life."
- K.B., Colorado | The Deepening class participant
"Thank you to all those who created and led this program. The understanding of our human capacity and its expression in the world was deeply profound. The safe container provided a very precious opportunity for vulnerable revelation."
- Linda M | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"The quality of food was excellent and knowing it was all Blessed was Beautiful. I enjoyed my visit and look forward to coming back again."
- Participant from North American Journey Practitioners Association
"Loved the time here. Food and service is excellent. A beautifully peaceful, calm place."
- Participant from North American Journey Practitioners Association
"The welcome was delightful and the stay was full of ease. And many thanks to the cooks for the delicious food. Beds were wonderfully comfortable. Food was good. Energy is great here! Thank you for taking care of us so beautifully. :)"
- Participant from Open Door
"This was a great experience—everyone I met was happy and just lovely. The food couldn’t have been better!! Best people and best food I’ve ever encountered at a retreat center. The energy of the whole experience was fabulous!"
- Participant from Open Door
"The staff & food were wonderful! All of your staff & residents were so very friendly and helpful. It is obvious that you come from your spiritual Heart of Being. We need more like you in the world!"
- Participant from Open Door
"This is a very beautiful, calm, energizing, welcoming facility. Keep up the good work! Service was wonderful—food was awesome! Wonderfully warm staff. Very peaceful atmosphere and very clean. Thank you for all your hard work and attention to detail and your striving for excellence."
- Participant from Quantum Energetics
"The atmosphere and staff are fantastic! Wonderful energy and respect for holding a healthy open space here. Beautiful grounds and area. Thank you for your loving care and delightful attitude. Also your attention to providing our excellent comfort. THANK YOU!"
- Participant from Quantum Energetics
"Thank you. I was so appreciative of the warm, welcoming environment and excellent atmosphere. Everything was wonderfully clean and the staff was so friendly. Your staff were like fairies. Things were taken care of as if by magic. I hardly ever saw them. Everyone was very friendly. I’m looking forward to coming back. Thank you."
- Participant from Quantum Energetics
"Life-changing, practical workshop that helps you understand how separation happens and how to fix it, how to build a community, how to spread peace and harmony, be the best version of yourself, and how to change the world around you."
- Samer M | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"The world has been caught up in our own expression in what we put into it. Standing up to share a new spirit of love, the world and its creation is blessed. Sunrise Ranch is that place to experience it!"
- Samuel A | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"The people who live here are the greatest. Sincere and caring. Staff were extraordinarily friendly and helpful and welcoming. Thank you!"
- Participant from Shamanic Studies
"Thanks for being open to a high-energy youth group! The residents loved us. Overall, you have a WONDERFUL center. Thank you!!!"
- Participant from St. Andrew’s Methodist Church
"Wonderful people, amazing location, delicious food."
- Participant of The Nur Ashki Sufis event
"Over the years I have been impressed with the ever-maturing mastery of David Karchere and his faculty colleagues for creating master teachings in the art of becoming one's true self and fully serving others. This is his masterpiece!"
- Tom C | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
"What an amazing experience! It literally melted my heart to be bathed in blessing and understanding! I see now more than ever before the great power of blessing and understanding to change the world and create a new way of being together for humanity in this time of separation and confusion."
- Uma F | On Primal Spirituality 1 Course
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