Holden joins so much of the country in the experience of extreme cold recently. Three feet of fresh powder have been accompanied by swirling winds and now, sub-zero temperatures. There's nothing for it then but to stoke the boilers and get cozy at a loom bench, in a craft circle or around a puzzle or game table.

The cold weather enthusiasts are still shushing along the freshly groomed Nordic ski trails and tromping to 10 Mile Falls on snow shoes. J-Term students study in the Fireside room and get comfortable on the library couches. There is something for all in this snow globe of a Village. 

We also know our warmth depends on community care and the hands of many who wake early and sleep late to make sure buildings have heat and the pipes don't break. Blessings to all those who show such care in their communities across the country by staffing warming shelters, providing hot meals, and checking in on neighbors. 

And blessings to you. May you find warmth and joy in these early days of the New Year. 

New this year: You can arrive or depart on any transport day: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Check out the Holden Village Calendar to plan your visit during special events and retreats.

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Family Work Option is a program that was developed to allow families with school-age children (ages 4-17) to serve on staff in the summer. Adult volunteers who wish to bring children may only do so if they are the parent or legal guardian of those children. Please learn more and follow the steps below to start the process!

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New Every Morning was Holden’s summer theme in 1975. I was 13 that summer and don’t remember thinking a lot about the theme or Lamentations 3 at the time. But there have been so many instances in my life when that verse has come to mind since. Sometimes newness is foisted upon us whether we like it or not. Sometimes we long for newness - a shift in place or role, or even just perspective. At other times we need to hit a reset button, ask for forgiveness and begin again. To start anew, to be renewed, to be made new is our gift in grace. 

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Kitchen Assistant

Services Associate

CDL Driver

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Long-Term Positions (1+ year)

Operations Manager (Starts Spring 2024)

Join us for a week of work and community, transitioning our remote community from one season to the next! Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned participant, Holden welcomes you to lend your time and talents for summer preparation!

Listen to insights from teaching faculty on the Holden Village Podcast!

David Westerlund & Sara McMahon

Sara is a classically trained actress with tendencies to fly by the seat of her pants, an improv instructor and performer, who teaches others how to enhance listening skills, playfulness, empathy, connectedness, and liberation from fear of failure.

David delights in listening to the aspirations of leaders and helping them and their teams unlock hidden resources by facilitating meaningful and playful engagement. He serves leaders and teams primarily in non-profit, business, and government. Find out more at DavidWesterlund.com.

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