Days of Prayer/Reflection

Cost: $35 per program
Deposit: $10 per program

Unless otherwise indicated, all day programs begin at 9:30 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m.
Price is per person and includes lunch as well as morning coffee welcoming reception.
You are invited to attend any one or all of these days of prayer/reflection. These programs are a great way to make sure that you give yourself that "day away" you always promise yourself to help recharge your batteries!

Please note that reservations for all days of prayer/reflection must be made at least one week before the day of the program.

God, Beyond All Names
Date: August 21, 2010
Director: Cynthia Giardina

How do you name God? How do you envision God? Come away for a day of prayer to help focus your vision and to discover your personal name for God that lies deep within your heart.

Sacred Images
Date: September 11, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Director: Robert Gilroy, SJ
Cost: $35.00 Deposit: $10.00

This experiential retreat introduces methods of meditation based upon various spiritual traditions and simple art exercises. An open studio environment will be facilitated by group experiences using relaxation and guided imagination exercises. Time will be given throughout the workshop for personal art, journaling, and storytelling. No art experience is necessary. A list of suggested materials to bring will be provided upon registration.

Finding God in the Workplace
Date: September 11, 2010
Director: William Ibach, SJ

This day will first begin with faith sharing on one's experiences of finding God in the work place and how individuals attempt to seek him in that environment. Next, using the Jesuit James Martin's book on this subject we will then focus on ways that one can continue to experience God in our workplace.

God of the Harvest
Date: October 9, 2010
Director: Kathryn Cleary

"Surely your harvest is in our hearts" writes the poet Kenseth. During this autumn day of retreat, we will celebrate the Presence of God in the beauty of creation and reflect upon Jesus' promise that we will bear His good fruit in our lives.

My Shepherd is The Lord
Date: November 20, 2010
Director: JoAnn Nally

Our Lord shepherds and guides us in the challenges of everyday living. With a spirit of gratitude, we will reflect on the many ways the Good Shepherd lavishes His loving care and protection on us. Time will be available for prayer and individual conferences.

The Light of Christ
Date: December 11, 2010
Director: Kathryn Cleary

Jesus has said, "I am the Light of the World, a Light no darkness can extinguish." During this Advent day of prayer, we will pray with Jesus' words and our call to bear His light into our world.

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