I first came to Great Tree to meditate in 2010. Asheville is lucky to have a women's practice…read morecenter so nearby, which is unusual internationally. Great Tree offers Family Meditation once a month, which is wonderful, as well as retreats for children and mothers. There are monastics in residence, and the teacher Teijo Munnich, is a student of Katagiri Roshi's in the Soto Zen tradition. I have enjoyed practicing morning meditation and attending a Tuesday afternoon study group at Great Tree. The location is beautiful and peaceful, with gardens and located on a hilltop.

Came here for a weekend meditation retreat and gained exactly what I was seeking: peace,…read moretranquility and inspiration. The original building is almost 100 years old & the property is in definite need of improvement. But, that's actually the charm. Also, as a Buddhist interfaith organization, the cost is affordable, as most of the operations rely on Dana (generosity in Pali - the language of the Buddha). The idea is that the teachings are accessible to all. So don't let money be a deterrent from visiting. Each room has its own bathroom, so there's no need to share, which is unusual for a Buddhist meditation retreat center. They also provide all towels & sheets. You will need to bring your own toiletries. Also, I loved the "meditation pool" (the original swimming pool has been filled in) and took in the sun from one of the reclining chairs. They are also putting in an infrared sauna. And, you can walk down to the lake from their property in 2 minutes. Finally, be sure to attend a talk by the Venerable Pannavati. Each Sunday at 12 noon, there is a public talk. She's inspiring, kind and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

Just spent a fabulous weekend at a retreat at Heartwood Refuge. The schedule was well-planned and…read moreexecuted, the staff warm and welcoming, and the lodging, grounds and vibe just beautiful. Will return soon; highly recommended.

Beautiful place, beautiful people. I love participating in the DAO ceremonies & helping to maintain…read morethe temple.

The yearly grrekfest is a must. Beautiful church... Welcoming inviting. Not a parishioner but…read morewhat great community

Our tour at the Cove was a pleasure. We were treated with graciousness and eagerness. Several of…read morethe people we met were volunteers. They and everyone else were very knowledgeable and willing to help us enjoy our time at the Cove.

My dad and I stayed at The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove during a week-long Samaritan's…read morePurse trip. When we arrived to sign in, we weren't expecting to stay at the Shepherd's Inn, but it turned out to be an amazing experience and we felt extremely blessed to be there. The Inn was simple, yet had everything we needed - clean, comfy beds, spotless bathrooms, and amazing views from the walk-out porch. The Training Center provided our meals, and they were incredible - home-cooked style, healthy, flavorful, and generous in size. The Chatlos Memorial Chapel was breathtaking and offered a peaceful place to reflect. The grounds at The Cove were immaculate. Everything was in pristine condition, beautifully maintained, and the views of the nearby mountains and forests were beyond words. As a bonus, we even got to see several black bears and cubs - easily one of the highlights! Thank you to everyone at The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove! Whenever I listen to the Billy Graham channel on SiriusXM and they talk about The Cove, I can happily say I've been there and can picture it all so much better now.

What a loving and wonderful experience every time we go. We have been to the 10:30 and 9:00…read moreservices. We have settled on the 9am service as our go to service. The pastor and all of his assistant Pastors are all wonderful and we are grateful for finding this wonderful place to worship.

I love this church--the people are like family. The services are encouraging, vertical--focused on…read moreJesus--and inspiring. You should visit us sometime!

This is a warm, loving space for you to connect with your innate divinity. The music and the…read moremessages are joyous and uplifting. All religious upbringings are honored and many represented in the service and the congregation. You will be so glad you went! http://www.jubileecommunity.org/

Such an awesome community! I REALLY LOVE this place. Any service I've been to has inspired me…read more Once I got there and it was poetry day. Ugh I thought, I don't like poetry. Then a poem by Hafiz was read- something like The Treehouse and it blew my mind! Right after the service, I walked over to Malaprops and bought the first book of poetry in my life. Little story to let you know how inspiring this place is. They really walk their talk. The services are fresh, lively and thought provoking. I leave feeling connected to Divine love and energy. No matter how I feel when I walk in, I feel better afterwards. Two weeks ago, they gave out milkweed plants after we learned about monarch butterflies. This ain't your usual church.

Great Church teaches Gods word the Bible. Every one is welcome sermon starts at 11:00 am. People…read moreare very friendly and welcoming.