In Celebration of Women’s History Month

A Day-Long Women’s Retreat

Divine Beauty

Saturday, March 15, 2025 – 9AM – 3:30PM

Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center, Lisle, Illinois

Event Schedule

A Free Community Event

Saturday March 15, 2025

9:00 am – 9:30 am

Registration Recommended

9:45 am – 10:00 am

Opening Remarks
& Bridge Communities

10:00 am – 11:15 am

Keynote Address Christina Shutt, Executive Director of the Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum

11:15AM – 12:15 PM

Meditation Workshop – with Zelma Chamberlain, M.Ed., Career Development Coordinator, Retired.

12:15PM – 1:00 PM

Complimentary Vegetarian Lunch

1:00 PM – 1:50 PM

Breakout Workshop, Session #1

Peaceful Parenting
with Dr. Rimjhim Duggal-Stephens

Enhancing Your Meditation Practice,
with Zelma Pierce Chamberlain, M.Ed.

Juicing for Inner & Outer Beauty
with world famous Linda Kordich

Journaling for Self-discovery
with Kathryn Kruger, Ph.D.

Yoga: Restore & Rejuvenate
with Poonam Gupta, M.Phil. and
Julie Clark, both certified yoga instructors

2:00 PM – 2:50 PM

Breakout Workshop, Session #2

Peaceful Parenting
with Dr. Rimjhim Duggal-Stephens

Enhancing Your Meditation Practice,
with Zelma Pierce Chamberlain, M.Ed.

The Secret of Herbs & Spices
with Linda Scotti, R.N., B.S.N., M.A.

Journaling for Self-discovery
with Kathryn Kruger, Ph.D.

Yoga: Restore & Rejuvenate
with Poonam Gupta, M.Phil and
Julie Clark, both certified yoga instructors

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Gifts & Closing Remarks

About the Event

Within every woman there is a Divine Beauty that can transform our lives and the world around us.

Join our 10th annual women’s retreat where we explore the divine beauty in all women and how empowerment, transformation and meaningful changes come from within.

Held at the Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center in Lisle, Illinois, we will hear esteemed speakers share their insights as well as attend two breakout sessions in the afternoon from a selection of eight opportunities for self-discovery. Enjoy a free vegetarian lunch and spend time together with like-minded women.

Regardless of where you are in your life’s journey, learn how to face daily challenges with courage and strength by finding your center of peace and harmony. Together we will be inspired to navigate life by creating a space for unconditional love, wisdom, fearlessness, and joy.

Keynote Speaker

Special guest speaker, Christina Shutt, Executive Director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum

Christina Shutt is the executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the premier institution for understanding the history and legacy of Abraham Lincoln and Illinois. She is a recognized leader in libraries and museums and is frequently sought after for her expertise in museum management and accreditation. Read More

Guest speaker, Zelma Pierce Chamberlain,

Zelma Pierce Chamberlain, M.Ed is a retired educator, with over 20-years of experience working with a non-traditional school population. Zelma has been meditating for over 39 years and has found that meditation is key to living a life of peace and love. Read More

Moderator & M.C., Priyanka Kohli, M.B.A.

With a double master’s degree and extensive experience in the corporate world, Priyanka is passionate about creating balance and wellness in all aspects of life. In addition to her professional endeavors, Priyanka’s deep-rooted values of compassion make her a devoted advocate of the plant-based diet. Read More

Breakout Sessions

Inspiration and Wisdom from Women Community Leaders

Dr. Rimjhim Duggal Stephens

Dr. Rimjhim Duggal Stephens

M.D., R.H.N., Health & Nutrition Strategist at Nature's Path

Breakout: Peaceful Parenting
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Linda Kordich

Linda Kordich

Co-Founder of the Juiceman Company

Breakout: Juicing for Inner and Outer Beauty
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Linda Scotti

Linda Scotti

R.N., B.S.N., M.A.

Breakout: The Secret of Herbs & Spices
Read More
Poonam Gupta

Poonam Gupta

M.Phil.

Breakout: Restore & Rejuvenate
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Julie Clark

Julie Clark

Certified Yoga Instructor

Breakout: Restore & Rejuvenate
Read More
Kathryn Kruger

Kathryn Kruger

Ph.D.

Breakout: Journal for Self-discovery
Read More

Host Sponsor:

Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center

In Partnership with:

Institute for Meditation and Inner Harmony (IMIH)

Community Sponsors:

The DuPage County Convention and Visitor's Bureau
Lisle Chamber of Commerce
Lisle Chamber of Commerce
Naperville Chamber of Commerce
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce
Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Sponsors:

Innergy Wellness app
Loud Whisper 4 Sure
Loud Whisper 4 Sure
ABetterWe
ABetterWe
ABetterWe

Gallery From Previous Years Events

Event Venue

Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center

4105 Naperville Rd, Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: 630-955-1200
Email: lislecenter@sos.org

No Smoking Facility