As we celebrate the halfway point of summer cohorts at Holden Village, we are grateful for all the discovery, learning, and joy happening in this valley.

Looking ahead, Villagers will celebrate "Christmas in July" with games and hilarity. Talented musicians will collaborate for "Copperstock," an outdoor musical talent show on the Village Green. Amazing faculty will offer music and teach classes on faithful responses to the most salient issues of our time.

The second week of August, the Village will welcome a longstanding Holden tradition, "Abriendo Caminos," which means "Opening Pathways" in Spanish. During this week of bilingual and Spanish programming and a celebration of Latine culture, Villagers will enjoy nature hikes, art projects, the Copa Holden soccer tournament, bilingual worship, making tamales and other traditional foods, a talent show, fiesta, and more. We have a robust lineup of programs and retreats in September and October - register to join us! 

The calling to Eden was not lost in a mythical paradise long ago; it’s an invitation that is always calling to us, calling us now to participate in the wildness of creation with our Maker, who lives and longs for us.

Enter into the wilderness and enjoy the peace, simplicity, and intentional presence of the Holden community in the slower seasons.

Witness the vibrant yellows of larch trees and orange and red foliage throughout Railroad Creek Valley in autumn. Sip tea or warm apple cider and watch the mist curl around mountain peaks.

Engage in special seasonal and holiday programming, while enjoying ample free time for outdoor recreation or relaxing indoors with reading, journaling, and games.

Holden Village and artist-activists, educators, and faith leaders Paul Vasile, Maren Haynes Marchesini, Barbara Berry-Bailey, and Leah Silvieus, invite you to Flourishing in the Field a five-day retreat to listen, learn, and create together.

You are invited to arrive on Sunday, September 10th or Monday, September 11th, with retreat programming beginning on the 11th.

Holden Village's biggest annual fundraiser event is back for the fourth year!

The all online auction keeps the daily operations and programs of the Village running.

YOU can help by donating an item or experience to be bid on. Past examples included: vacation homes/cabins, art, hand crafted items, event tickets, hosted dinners, unique Holden items, and much more!

Fill out the form below by September 5th and we will be in touch with you.

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

Featured Episode: Laura Mariko Cheifetz (she/her) is a queer biracial Presbyterian Church (USA) minister curious about race, gender, identity, public theology, the meaning of citizenship, and fun television shows. Laura is multiracial Asian American of Japanese and white Jewish descent. She has worked in theological education, social justice advocacy, and religious publishing.

Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to provide medical care in a wilderness setting? Come to Holden Village to practice medicine in one of the most remote communities in the lower 48 states!

As Medic, you play an essential role in supporting Villagers with the medical knowledge and care they need. The Medic works in partnership with the Backup Medic and a team of volunteers trained in wilderness first aid.

Holden operates through the support of nearly a thousand volunteers and employees each year.

As Staffing Lead, you connect people with roles that best suit their gifts, administer benefits, and play a critical role in ensuring that the Village is sufficiently staffed. If you enjoy meeting people, answering questions, extending a warm welcome, interviewing, staying organized, and being detail-oriented, Staffing Lead is the job for you!

Do you enjoy meeting new people and sharing a strong sense of hospitality and welcome? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented?

As Registrar, you make it possible for people to visit Holden Village by arranging reservations, answering questions, and greeting all incoming Villagers upon arrival. Serving as Registrar is a unique opportunity to share your gifts and learn skills that are transferable to many other fields.

Holden is a great place to unplug from technology and connect in person! Yet, computers and satellite internet are required so that we can send you this email, process your registration, order food, communicate in emergencies, and so much more.

As IT Lead, you play an critical role in maintaining connectivity and providing support to fellow staff as you manage the IT infrastructure of a wilderness Village!

Thanks to the generous support of our community, the Village is alive with the sound of music!

Funds raised from a past Jubilee Auction allowed us to purchase new instruments, replace audio cords and cables, and invest in cases to protect and maintain our new instruments so the music lasts as long as possible.

Your support of the Arts & Music Fund in a past Jubilee Auction allowed Holden to order the bricks and supplies needed to rebuild and repair the kilns.

The Holden Village Pottery Studio offers people of all ages and experience levels the opportunity to practice the joy of the creative process. Thanks for supporting the arts!

Registration fees, in addition to travel to Holden's remote location that often requires multiple days and modes of transportation, can add up to an insurmountable sum for many. Thanks to your support of the Access Fund in the past two Jubilee Auctions, you have made possible efforts such as:

Your support of the Hymnals Fund from a past Jubilee Auction allowed Holden Village to purchase 325 All Creation Sings Hymnals.

Thanks for helping the Village provide worship resources that are expansive, inclusive, innovative, and justice-centered!

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PHOTOS: Anny Berntsen, Callie Mabry, Bill Alsaker, Aj Williams, Berit Kirkegaard, Kara Barkman, Soren Sackreiter