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Thanksgiving Retreat with Francis Lucille in Temecula, CA - Week 1

Sat, Nov 14 · 6:00 PM PST

49555 Via Vaquero, 49555 Via Vaquero, Temecula, CA 92590, USA, Temecula, CA, US

REGISTRATIONS:

DO NOT RSPV ON THIS PAGE.

For registrations, use the following link to the francislucille.com website: https://francislucille.com/event-details/?event_id=1989910017429

Overview

Francis conveys the ancient wisdom of non-duality, the common foundation of Advaita Vedanta, Chan Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism.

The retreat begins on Saturday at 6:00pm with dinner and dialogue to follow. It will conclude the following Saturday at approximately 1:30pm.

The attendance is limited to 75 for the meetings and to 65 for the meals onsite prepared by the food co-op, on a first come, first serve basis.

Registration to the retreat secures your spot for the teaching events, but not for the meals. Reserve your meals directly with Sheyla, the food co-op organizer at: inherentlyfree@gmail.com

Rancho La Luz is located in the beautiful and serene De Luz Hills near Temecula, CA. The grounds include several patios, a swimming pool and a tennis court. The facility is open all day long to the participants. Basic WIFI is available.

DAILY SCHEDULE: (apart from Saturday day 1, which begins 6pm)
12:00 pm - Lunch served buffet style
2:00 pm - Meditation and Yoga of non-duality session
3:00 pm - Tea break
4:00 pm - Dialogue
6:00/6:30 pm - Dinner
7:30 pm - Various after dinner activities may take place: movies, talent shows, classical or Indian music, etc.
The last day, we will begin at 10:30am and will conclude at 1:30pm.

TUITION:
$950 Early Bird rate, for the first twenty attendees, if registered before 18:00 September 15, 2026.
$1020 for all subsequent attendees, or if registered on or after 18:00 September 15, 2026.

FOOD CO-OP:
We have formed a food co-op with our chefs preparing delicious vegetarian meals on site. The cost is $290 per week for both lunch and dinner and is separate from the retreat. CASH ONLY due on arrival. The kitchen facilities are available only to those participating in the food co-op. There is a $135 per week fee for those not participating in the food co-op to help cover the supplies, cleaning and maintenance costs of the retreat facility.

AIRPORTS:
San Diego Airport (1 hour), Ontario Airport (1 hour) and Los Angeles Airport (2 hours)

HOTELS:
There are several hotels to choose from 5 miles away. It is best to check online for a list and ask for a possible extended stay rate.
Two bedrooms with private bathrooms are available in the house for $1500 per week each. They have views and are more luxurious than comparable hotel bedrooms in the area. Reserve early with Sheyla to ensure a comfortable stay on site.

PARKING:
Parking on the property is by PERMIT ONLY issued on a first come basis for carpoolers only. Contact Sheyla at inherentlyfree@gmail.com

CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS:
A Whatsapp group "November 2026 Retreats with Francis Lucille" has been created for this event where you can exchange information about room & transportation sharing, etc. If you are interested in joining the group, feel free to let Sheyla know.

### Inspired by Jean Klein, Francis´ Teachings on Advaita Vedanta merge nonduality with art, music, and science, offering a transformative path full of depth and beauty.

Francis Lucille is a spiritual teacher in the tradition of Advaita Vedanta. A longtime friend and disciple of Jean Klein, whom he met in 1975, Francis conveys the ancient wisdom of non-duality, the common foundation of Advaita Vedanta, Chan Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism.
His teachings reflect those of his master, Jean Klein. Jean met his guru in India in the early 1950s and studied with him for several years. Later, he studied the traditions of Kashmir Shaivism with Dibianandapuri and Hatha Yoga with the renowned teacher Krishnamacharya. Jean Klein was an Acharya, that is, a guru who, having realized the shared truth of all spiritual paths, could teach across many traditions with equal ease. He loved the humor of the Zen patriarchs, the elegant poetry of Rumi and the Sufi tradition, and the sweetness of the Christian expression of the Absolute by Meister Eckhart. His teachings embody his love for art and music, addressing the needs of a demanding intellect while focusing heavily on the perceptual and sensory aspects of our experience.
Francis' teachings reflect this same appreciation for humor, art, music, and poetry, further integrating his own passion for the sciences, derived from his background in Mathematics and Physics. His pedagogical approach is characterized by its intellectual rigor and an emphasis on the investigation of the body and its sensations. He guides meditation and yoga inspired by the Tantric and Hatha Yoga traditions, in addition to traditional Advaita dialogues (satsang).
“Simply, remain in waiting without waiting. You are the love in everything you love. You are the beauty in everything you behold. You are the intelligence in everything you understand. You are the sweetness in all things.”
The term Advaita is a Sanskrit word that literally means "not two." This refers to the highest teaching of Advaita Vedanta: that there is only one reality. Advaita, often translated as non-duality, is not a philosophy or a religion. It is the experience of our true nature, which is revealed as absolute happiness, love, and beauty.
Advaita, in its purest form, is transmitted from generation to generation by a line of sages. Ramana Maharshi, Krishna Menon, and Jean Klein were such sages who taught in the 20th century. Their approach was distinctive in that they directly pointed to the experience of a spiritual aspirant's true nature. This teaching, Advaita Vedanta, is called the direct path.
Across traditions and methodologies, sages from various backgrounds converge on a shared recognition of non-duality. This understanding is shared in the teaching of the founders of all the world's great religions and traditions.
Hinduism: "That which is not (objects as separate from the Self) never comes to be, and that which is (The Self) never ceases to be." (Bhagavad Gita)
Hinduism, Kashmir Shaivism: "Oh Wonder! This illusion, though expressed in multiplicity, is nothing but secondless consciousness. Ah, all is pure self-aware essence!" (Abhinavagupta)
Sufism: "There is nothing but God"
Zen Buddhism: "Question: When a sound ceases, does consciousness cease? Answer: Consciousness never ceases" (HuiHai)
Hinduism, Kashmir Shaivism: "The universe awakens when You awaken and disappears when You withdraw. Therefore, the entirety of existence and non-existence is one with you." (Abhinavagupta)
Christianity: "Jesus said: 'I' is the light (of consciousness) that shines upon all things. 'I' is the All from which everything emanates and to which everything returns." (Thomas, 18:6)
Enlightenment is the sudden recognition that non-duality is, has always been, and will always be the reality of our experience. Self-realization is the subsequent stabilization in the peace, happiness, and freedom of our natural state.
A living master is, in most cases, necessary to facilitate both enlightenment and self-realization. While any person or thing can serve as an upa guru, pointing a seeker the way, it is ultimately the karana guru who serves as the final teacher, guiding the disciple through the last stages of realization. A relationship of love, freedom, and friendship leads to stabilization in the happiness and peace of our true nature.

Thanksgiving Retreat with Francis Lucille in Temecula, CA - Week 2

Sat, Nov 21 · 6:00 PM PST

49555 Via Vaquero, 49555 Via Vaquero, Temecula, CA 92590, USA, Temecula, CA, US

REGISTRATIONS:

DO NOT RSPV ON THIS PAGE.

**For registrations, use the following link to the francislucille.com website:
https://francislucille.com/event-details/?event_id=1989911486824

Overview

Francis conveys the ancient wisdom of non-duality, the common foundation of Advaita Vedanta, Chan Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism.

The retreat begins on Saturday at 6:00pm with dinner and dialogue to follow. It will conclude the following Saturday at approximately 1:30pm.

The attendance is limited to 75 for the meetings and to 65 for the meals onsite prepared by the food co-op, on a first come, first serve basis.
Registration to the retreat secures your spot for the teaching events, but not for the meals. Reserve your meals directly with Sheyla, the food co-op organizer at: inherentlyfree@gmail.com

Rancho La Luz is located in the beautiful and serene De Luz Hills near Temecula, CA. The grounds include several patios, a swimming pool and a tennis court. The facility is open all day long to the participants. Basic WIFI is available.

DAILY SCHEDULE: (apart from Saturday day 1, which begins 6pm)
12:00 pm - Lunch served buffet style
2:00 pm - Meditation and Yoga of non-duality session
3:00 pm - Tea break
4:00 pm - Dialogue
6:00/6:30 pm - Dinner
7:30 pm - Various after dinner activities may take place: movies, talent shows, classical or Indian music, etc.
The last day, we will begin at 10:30am and will conclude at 1:30pm.

TUITION:
$950 Early Bird rate, for the first twenty attendees, if registered before 18:00 September 15, 2026.
$1020 for all subsequent attendees, or if registered on or after 18:00 September 15, 2026.

FOOD CO-OP:
We have formed a food co-op with our chefs preparing delicious vegetarian meals on site. The cost is $290 per week for both lunch and dinner and is separate from the retreat. CASH ONLY due on arrival. The kitchen facilities are available only to those participating in the food co-op. There is a $135 per week fee for those not participating in the food co-op to help cover the supplies, cleaning and maintenance costs of the retreat facility.

AIRPORTS:
San Diego Airport (1 hour), Ontario Airport (1 hour) and Los Angeles Airport (2 hours)

HOTELS:
There are several hotels to choose from 5 miles away. It is best to check online for a list and ask for a possible extended stay rate.
Two bedrooms with private bathrooms are available in the house for $1500 per week each. They have views and are more luxurious than comparable hotel bedrooms in the area. Reserve early with Sheyla to ensure a comfortable stay on site.

PARKING:
Parking on the property is by PERMIT ONLY issued on a first come basis for carpoolers only. Contact Sheyla at inherentlyfree@gmail.com

CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS:
A Whatsapp group "November 2026 Retreats with Francis Lucille" has been created for this event where you can exchange information about room & transportation sharing, etc. If you are interested in joining the group, feel free to let Sheyla know.
### Inspired by Jean Klein, Francis´ Teachings on Advaita Vedanta merge nonduality with art, music, and science, offering a transformative path full of depth and beauty.

Francis Lucille is a spiritual teacher in the tradition of Advaita Vedanta. A longtime friend and disciple of Jean Klein, whom he met in 1975, Francis conveys the ancient wisdom of non-duality, the common foundation of Advaita Vedanta, Chan Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism.
His teachings reflect those of his master, Jean Klein. Jean met his guru in India in the early 1950s and studied with him for several years. Later, he studied the traditions of Kashmir Shaivism with Dibianandapuri and Hatha Yoga with the renowned teacher Krishnamacharya. Jean Klein was an Acharya, that is, a guru who, having realized the shared truth of all spiritual paths, could teach across many traditions with equal ease. He loved the humor of the Zen patriarchs, the elegant poetry of Rumi and the Sufi tradition, and the sweetness of the Christian expression of the Absolute by Meister Eckhart. His teachings embody his love for art and music, addressing the needs of a demanding intellect while focusing heavily on the perceptual and sensory aspects of our experience.
Francis' teachings reflect this same appreciation for humor, art, music, and poetry, further integrating his own passion for the sciences, derived from his background in Mathematics and Physics. His pedagogical approach is characterized by its intellectual rigor and an emphasis on the investigation of the body and its sensations. He guides meditation and yoga inspired by the Tantric and Hatha Yoga traditions, in addition to traditional Advaita dialogues (satsang).
“Simply, remain in waiting without waiting. You are the love in everything you love. You are the beauty in everything you behold. You are the intelligence in everything you understand. You are the sweetness in all things.”
The term Advaita is a Sanskrit word that literally means "not two." This refers to the highest teaching of Advaita Vedanta: that there is only one reality. Advaita, often translated as non-duality, is not a philosophy or a religion. It is the experience of our true nature, which is revealed as absolute happiness, love, and beauty.
Advaita, in its purest form, is transmitted from generation to generation by a line of sages. Ramana Maharshi, Krishna Menon, and Jean Klein were such sages who taught in the 20th century. Their approach was distinctive in that they directly pointed to the experience of a spiritual aspirant's true nature. This teaching, Advaita Vedanta, is called the direct path.
Across traditions and methodologies, sages from various backgrounds converge on a shared recognition of non-duality. This understanding is shared in the teaching of the founders of all the world's great religions and traditions.
Hinduism: "That which is not (objects as separate from the Self) never comes to be, and that which is (The Self) never ceases to be." (Bhagavad Gita)
Hinduism, Kashmir Shaivism: "Oh Wonder! This illusion, though expressed in multiplicity, is nothing but secondless consciousness. Ah, all is pure self-aware essence!" (Abhinavagupta)
Sufism: "There is nothing but God"
Zen Buddhism: "Question: When a sound ceases, does consciousness cease? Answer: Consciousness never ceases" (HuiHai)
Hinduism, Kashmir Shaivism: "The universe awakens when You awaken and disappears when You withdraw. Therefore, the entirety of existence and non-existence is one with you." (Abhinavagupta)
Christianity: "Jesus said: 'I' is the light (of consciousness) that shines upon all things. 'I' is the All from which everything emanates and to which everything returns." (Thomas, 18:6)
Enlightenment is the sudden recognition that non-duality is, has always been, and will always be the reality of our experience. Self-realization is the subsequent stabilization in the peace, happiness, and freedom of our natural state.
A living master is, in most cases, necessary to facilitate both enlightenment and self-realization. While any person or thing can serve as an upa guru, pointing a seeker the way, it is ultimately the karana guru who serves as the final teacher, guiding the disciple through the last stages of realization. A relationship of love, freedom, and friendship leads to stabilization in the happiness and peace of our true nature

Non-Duality Bilingual Retreat with Francis Lucille - Paris, France - Week 1

Wed, Dec 16 · 2:30 PM PST

Enclos Rey, 98bis Rue du Théâtre, 75015 Paris, France, Paris, FR

REGISTRATIONS:
DO NOT RSPV ON THIS PAGE.
**For registrations, use the following link to the francislucille.com website:
https://francislucille.com/event-details/?event_id=1987927207792

Non-Duality Bilingual French English Retreat with Francis Lucille - Paris, France - Week one, December 16th – 22nd, 2026

Francis conveys the ancient wisdom of non-duality, the common foundation of Advaita Vedanta, Chan/Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Sufism.

The retreat begins on Wednesday, December 16 at 2:30 PM and concludes on Tuesday, December 22 at 12:30 PM.

Languages: French and English. Francis responds in the language in which the question is asked, with simultaneous translation.

Venue
Enclos Rey
98bis rue du Théâtre – 75015 Paris
Tel: +33 1 44 37 31 90
Email: enclosrey@cheminsdesperance.org

Metro: Émile Zola (Line 10), Commerce (Line 8), or Duplex (Line 6).
L’Enclos Rey is a simple and welcoming venue in the heart of Paris, just a 20-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower. It offers a peaceful environment with comfortable rooms and a charming inner garden.
Its location allows attendees to enjoy Francis Lucille’s teachings while exploring Paris, visiting museums, and savoring local cuisine.

Schedule
Every day (except the last day):

• 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Meditation and Body Exploration
• 4:30 PM – approx. 6:30 PM: Dialogue

Last day:

• 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Meditation and Dialogue

Tuition Fee
The standard tuition fee is $990; the early bird rate is $890. An additional processing fee of approximately 5% will be charged by Eventbrite upon reservation.
There are 20 early bird tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis until June 27th, 2026.

Accommodation and Meals
The retreat is non-residential; accommodation and meals are not included. This allows each attendee the freedom to choose accommodation according to their preferences, budget, and needs.
On-site accommodation is available and is the most convenient option. Rooms can be reserved directly with Enclos Rey by phone at +33 1 44 37 31 90 or by email at enclosrey@cheminsdesperance.org.
There are also many hotels in the area. Some recommendations include:

• Hôtel Au Pacific: https://www.pacific-hotel-paris.com/
• Timhotel Tour Eiffel: https://www.timhotel.com/fr
• Hôtel de l’Avre: https://hoteldelavre.com/
• Convention Montparnasse*: https://www.conventionmontparnasseparishotel.com/

*Located a few metro stops from Enclos Rey.

Meeting Room Fee
A €100 meeting room fee is payable in cash on-site at the beginning of the seminar.

Organization
For French inquiries:
Brigitte
Phone: +33 6 14 79 41 72
Email: brigitte.chatoney@gmail.com

For French and English inquiries:
Anastasia
Phone: +33 6 67 46 42 77
Email: tikhonova.anastasia@gmail.com

Mental Health Notice
If you are under psychiatric care, please consult your psychiatrist and obtain their agreement before booking.

Refunds
Refunds up to 7 days before event, on request if there is a personal, family or medical emergency. Eventbrite fees are non-refundable.

FRANÇAIS
Retraite de non-dualité bilingue français–anglais avec Francis Lucille – Paris, France - Semaine 1
Du 16 au 22 décembre 2026
Enclos Rey
98bis rue du Théâtre – 75015 Paris

Présentation
Francis transmet la sagesse ancienne de la non-dualité, fondement commun de l’Advaita Vedanta, du bouddhisme Chan/Zen, du taoïsme et du soufisme.
La retraite commence le mercredi 16 décembre à 14h30 et se termine le mardi 22 décembre à 12h30.

Langues : français et anglais. Francis répond dans la langue dans laquelle la question est posée, avec traduction simultanée.

Lieu
Enclos Rey
98bis rue du Théâtre – 75015 Paris
Tél : +33 1 44 37 31 90
Email : enclosrey@cheminsdesperance.org

Métro : Émile Zola (ligne 10), Commerce (ligne 8) ou Duplex (ligne 6).
L’Enclos Rey est un lieu simple et accueillant au cœur de Paris, à seulement 20 minutes à pied de la tour Eiffel. Il offre un environnement paisible avec des chambres confortables et un charmant jardin intérieur.
Sa situation permet aux participants de profiter des enseignements de Francis Lucille tout en découvrant Paris, en visitant des musées et en savourant la cuisine locale.

Programme
Chaque jour (sauf le dernier jour) :

• 14h30 – 15h30 : Méditation et exploration corporelle
• 16h30 – environ 18h30 : Dialogue

Dernier jour :

• 10h30 – 12h30 : Méditation et dialogue

Frais d’inscription
Le tarif standard est de 990 $ ; le tarif early bird est de 890 $. Des frais de traitement d’environ 5 % seront appliqués par Eventbrite lors de la réservation.
20 places au tarif early bird sont disponibles, selon le principe du premier arrivé, premier servi, jusqu’au 27 juin 2026.

Hébergement et repas
La retraite est non résidentielle : l’hébergement et les repas ne sont pas inclus. Cela permet à chacun de choisir l’hébergement librement selon ses préférences, son budget ou ses besoins.
Un hébergement sur place est disponible. Les chambres peuvent être réservées directement auprès de l’Enclos Rey par téléphone au +33 1 44 37 31 90 ou par email à enclosrey@cheminsdesperance.org.
De nombreux hôtels se trouvent également à proximité. Voici quelques recommandations :

• Hôtel Au Pacific : https://www.pacific-hotel-paris.com/
• Timhotel Tour Eiffel : https://www.timhotel.com/fr
• Hôtel de l’Avre : https://hoteldelavre.com/
• Convention Montparnasse* : https://www.conventionmontparnasseparishotel.com/

*Situé à quelques stations de métro de l’Enclos Rey.

Frais de salle
Une participation de 100 € pour la salle est à régler en espèces sur place au début du séminaire.

Organisation
Pour les demandes en français :
Brigitte
Téléphone : +33 6 14 79 41 72
Email : brigitte.chatoney@gmail.com

Pour les demandes en français et en anglais :
Anastasia
Téléphone : +33 6 67 46 42 77
Email : tikhonova.anastasia@gmail.com

Note sur la santé mentale
Si vous êtes suivi(e) par un psychiatre, veuillez le consulter et obtenir son accord avant de vous inscrire.

Remboursements
Remboursements possibles jusqu’à 7 jours avant l’événement, sur demande en cas d’urgence personnelle, familiale ou médicale. Les frais Eventbrite ne sont pas remboursables.