In the Gospel of Matthew we hear the Lord
say, "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me."
Jesus is our teacher. As disciples, we are invited to learn.
What does Jesus want to teach us and what does He want us to do with His
teaching? As we grow closer to Him individually, we build up His
body, our Church. We are invited to see ourselves as loved and use
this love to nurture a community of beloved faithful. This retreat
will afford us the opportunity to listen, respond, and with prayer, better
use His grace to build up the Kingdom. We need to listen to the
voice of our Teacher!
There will be conferences, time for personal and communal prayer and
sharing.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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NOVEMBER
23-25, 2007
Jesus: God's Word to
Women
Then and Now
with
Sylvia Genesse, p.m.
There are numerous gospel stories of Jesus relating to women in different
situations. For some, His word brought healing, to others peace and
faith and to some the invitation to share in His mission. His words
spoken two thousand years ago are as powerful today for women who come to
Him with their own desires, brokenness and faith struggles.
This women's retreat will look at Jesus' relationship with women.
Participants will be invited to take time for personal prayer, to listen
and reflect on the spoken Word that enlightens, strengthens and even
challenges one who wishes to be a follower of Jesus today.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM / Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2, 2007
21st Annual Rivier Retreat
Baptism: God's Vision Burning in Our Heart
with
Marie May
Lausier, p.m.
and a Team of Rivier Associates
In his new book, Jesus of Nazareth,
Pope Benedict urges us to take a second look at Jesus and the meaning of
our Baptism. At his inspiration, we will press on with Mary into the
underlying themes of Marie Rivier's spirituality. Through Lectio
Divina the Gospel will engage us and transform us into temples of the
living God. Thus, we will ratify what was done in Baptism, live in a
deepening friendship with the Trinity dwelling within us and awaken it in
others.
* For members of Rivier's Family.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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DECEMBER 7-9,
2007
Young Adults’
Advent Retreat:
Mission Impossible?
with
William
Brown, OMV
David Nicgorski, OMV
Ever wondered
what is the purpose, mission or vocation of your life? There is no
more fundamental question for each person. All of us want to know
our path, which ultimately gives meaning to our life, but at times
frustrates us because it is not always clear. In order to discover
our mission and vocation, we have to involve God, for He is the only one
who can help us find the reason why we were born. In preparation for
Christmas, this Advent retreat for young adults in their 20's and 30's
will provide an opportunity to discover one's vocation and mission in
life as well as deepen the one we have already chosen. There will be
individual and community prayer, as well as quiet moments to get away from
the busyness of life and draw closer to Christ.
Cost: $135.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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DECEMBER 30, 2007 -JANUARY 1, 2008
End of Year Retreat:
Out with the Old and Bring in the New
with
Fr. Leonard Tighe
A winter silence and a death
with new birth.
Yes, let's start again.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM/ Sunday
Departure: 1:00 PM/ Tuesday
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JANUARY 4-6, 2008
Men's Retreat:
Come and See
with
Donald Harriman
Using golf as a metaphor for life, we will respond to Jesus' invitation to
"Come and see." And, with Him explore how we find God speaking to us
through our every day common experiences. This is not a retreat
about golf. It is about increasing our longing for God and finding
Him, even on the gold course! It is about life and walking with
Jesus over the fairways of our life. Come and share with us how you
find God in your day.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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JANUARY 11-13, 2008
Eating Tear Soup: Grieving the Losses in Life
Grief is the process that we go through as we adjust
to the loss of
anything or anyone important in our life.
with
Helene Cote, p.m.
Some cooking requires that you measure
ingredients exactly. But, making soup is different. With soup
making, you improvise and your only goal is to create something that will
both satisfy your hunger and soothe what hurts you. This weekend we
will look at the ingredients that are needed to make "Tear Soup"; that is,
the time and the space needed to grieve, to reflect on what will support
us as we move through the grief, and to explore the opportunities for
growth that accompany any loss.
Cost:
$145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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MARCH 7-9, 2008
Scripture Retreat: Lectio Divina
The word of God is alive and active;
sharper than any two-edged sword.
with
Aline Plante, p.m.
God's Word is addressed to us personally!
If we read Scripture as truly the Word of God, it is a personal
communication to each of us. Scripture is not simply a report
of the word of God spoken long ago, like a magazine article; it is the
Word of God being spoken to us in the Here and Now. This
weekend, we will learn about Lectio Divina, (Divine Reading); a method
used in early Christianity to read and pray Scripture. In our day,
it is being rediscovered by many individuals and groups and has become
very popular. We will practice the various methods, for individuals
as well as groups.
Retreat will include conferences, prayer experiences, quiet prayer,
reflection and sharing the Word of God.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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MARCH 14-16, 2008
Palm Sunday Young Adults Retreat:
The Prodigal Sons
with
William Brown, OMV
David Nicgorski, OMV
Your brother was dead and has come to
life again; he was lost and has been found.
(Luke 15:32)
These words come from the well known story
of the prodigal son. However, in this story there is not just one
prodigal son, but rather two. Both of them are recklessly wasteful
when it comes to their father's generosity and goodness; one for his
excessive greed, one for his excessive righteousness. As a result,
both sons are kept from receiving the generosity; goodness and love of the
father. At different times in our lives, we too have some of the
same dynamics within our heart. As a result we miss the gift that
God wants to give us and through us, to give to others.
In preparation for Easter, this Lenten retreat for young adults in their
20's and 30's will provide an opportunity to discover how God is calling
us to be transformed by His grace and forgiveness. There will be
individual and community prayer, as well as quiet moments to get away from
the busyness of life and draw close to Christ.
Cost:
$135.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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March 20-23, 2008
Holy Days' Celebration
with
Marie Joseph Retreat Staff
The holy days'
liturgical celebrations lived in an atmosphere of silence provide the
structure for this sacred time. Individual and communal prayer,
meditation and worship enable us to enter more fully into the Passion and
Resurrection of Christ.
Cost: $ 180.00 / Single
$ 280.00 / Couples
Arrival: 4:30 PM /
Thursday Departure:
After Sunday breakfast
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MARCH 28-30, 2008
Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World
with
Helene Cote, p.m.
This weekend is open to all women who,
despite a full and active life, find themselves hungering for deeper
intimacy with God. Using Joanna Weaver's book, Having a Mary
Heart in a Martha World, we will explore the lives of these two women
who knew and loved Jesus. Hopefully, we will glean insights that
will enable us all to "choose the better part.".
(Luke 10:42)
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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APRIL 4-6, 2008
The Heart: The Place of Prayer
Remember, where your treasure is,
there will your heart be also (Mt.6:21)
with
Susan Frederick, p.m.
Sylvia Genesse, p.m.
The Heart is the center of who we are in
relationship to God, self and others. In our heart we hold a mystery
greater than ourselves. Our heart is our capacity to listen and
perceive the ways of God, but at times it is cluttered with cares and
concerns that can distract us from our purpose.
In this women's retreat you will be invited to look at the work of the
heart using Scripture and the wisdom of the saints. The storeroom of
our heart is that place where God's word can abide and where we find our
treasure.
Cost: $135.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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APRIL 11-13, 2008
Awakening Our Senses to the Divine Presence
with
Ann Harriman
At times we may go
through the days of our lives like sleepwalkers and miss being deeply
present to what is before us. We have eyes, but do not see...
ears, but do not hear.
(Mark 8:18)
This weekend
will focus on penetrating surface appearances to discover the Holy Ground
of our lives.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM / Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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APRIL 18-20, 2008
Peacemaking - from the Inside Out
It is contemplation that enables us to live at the center;
it is violence that enables us to live from the center...
(William H. Shannon)
with
Susan Beaudry, p.m.
Helene Cote, p.m.
The world we live in today is hungering for
peace and for people who are the true peacemakers. This weekend is
open to all who desire to explore what it means to make peace with
ourselves and to welcome the God of peace who lives within us. It is
the very challenge put forth by Jesus; to pursue peace within and to
pursue peace with the whole human race.
Cost: $ 145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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May 23-25, 2008
Healing Anger, Anxiety, Fear and Grief
with
Fr. William Jarema
The four primary emotions are powerful
sources of energy that, if left unmanaged, create illness and dis-ease.
The power of each emotion can provide direction, movement, creativity and
expressions that allow us to live life to the full. We will explore
our family, cultural and religious rules and definitions that either help
or hinder us from living a balanced and effective life.
Cost: 180.00
Arrival 6:30 PM / Friday
Departure 1:00 PM / Sunday
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May 30 - June 1, 2008
Grandparents as Spiritual Guides
with
Donald and Ann Harriman
As grandparents, we
offer the gift of ourselves as well as the gift of our time by presenting
an aspect of God that is accepting, caring and listening. In turn,
our grandchildren reveal to us the face of a playful and loving God,
shining through their eyes. This weekend will include time for
prayer, reflection and sharing of our experiences as grandparents.
All grandparents, regardless of age and experience are welcome.
Bring your stories, share your wisdom.
No matter what credentials we have earned along the way, Don and Ann feel
that their most valuable credential is that of being loving grandparents.
Cost: 145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM /
Friday
Departure: 1:00 PM / Sunday
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May 30 -
June 1, 2008
Godly Self Care:
The vocation to be Whole and Holy
in Body, Mind and Spirit
with
Jane McAllister
Mary Ann DeTrana
This weekend will explore
possibilities of learning to live more gently and easily in an overly busy
life, or put another way, to respond to God's invitation to be whole.
Through scripture, icons, discussion and gentle relaxation exercises,
participants will experience increased awareness of how they are living
and ways they might change. All will be offered the opportunity for
a private Feldenkrais® lesson with either
presenter.
What is the Feldenkrais® Method? This unique learning process gently
guides the student through a delicate and safe sequence of movements.
This technique is done most often lying on the Practitioner's table
(similar to a massage table), and is done fully clothed. It leaves
the student in a profoundly relaxed state, often free of any pain and with
heightened self-awareness.
Cost: $145.00
Arrival: 6:30 PM / Friday
Departure: 1PM / Sunday
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WEEK
LONG RETREATS
FOR WOMEN
JULY 19 - 26, 2008
A Design for Wholeness: Praying Our Well Being
with
Fr. William Jarema
God calls us to live life to the full.
(John 10:10)
We design ourselves by the choices
we make. Living in balance and welcoming the grace of each day will
empower our well-being and get us ready to be visited by God's Presence.
In this retreat, we will deepen our capacity for intimacy with God and
others and create sacred space through the practice of presence and
stillness.
Cost: $475.00 / Guided
Retreat
Arrival: 3:00 PM /
Saturday Departure: 1:00 PM / Saturday
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AUGUST 16-23, 2008
Deepening the Mystery of the Pieta:
the Mystery of Compassion
with
Helene Cote, p.m.
Throughout history, the Pieta has been a
powerful icon that has captured the imagination of people. Is speaks
eloquently of Jesus' great sacrifice for us and often moves us more deeply
thaN words do. The focus of this retreat will be to deepen this
mystery, to learn to look at the Pieta with new eyes. We will
explore its meaning, embrace the challenge, the message and the power it
holds for each of us as we journey into the 21st century. There will
be one conference in the morning, and a prayer / ritual later in the day.
Cost: $475.00 / Guided
Retreat
Arrival: 3:00 PM /
Saturday Departure: 1:00 PM / Saturday
Women's silent,
private and directed retreats are available during the Week Long Retreats.
Cost: $405.00 / Private
$475.00 / Directed
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SUMMER RETREATS 2008
Arrival time for retreats
and vacations begins on Saturday at 3:00 PM.
Departure is after the
following Saturday noon meal.
Women’s Silent, Private and
Directed Retreats
June 28 - July 5
July 19 - July 26
July 26 - August 2
August 16 - August 23
Cost: $405.00 /
Private
$475.00 /
Directed
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October 11, 2007
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
with Aline Plante, p.m.
Scripture as the Word of God
Being Spoken to Us
in the Here and Now
Reading Scripture as
God's Word addressed to me personally. How to use Scripture to pray
and develop a meaningful relationship with the Lord. We will be
doing some "Lectio Divina" , a method of reading and praying
the Word of God.
Cost: $25.00 ~ Lunch included
Please bring a Bible.
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November 15,
2007
10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
with Aline Plante, p.m.
Listening to Others ~
Listening to God
Listening in life and
listening in prayer is a very similar experience. If we are good
listeners with others, it will be easier for us to listen to the Lord in
prayer.
Cost: $25.00 ~ Lunch included
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December 13, 2007
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
with Aline Plante, p.m.
Advent Retreat
For most people, Advent
has become a time to get ready for Christmas celebrations by shopping, writing Christmas cards,
decorating, baking, etc. However, Advent is a religious season, a
time of waiting and longing, a time to stop, reflect and prepare our
hearts for the coming of God's own Son, Jesus Christ at Christmas.
Cost: $25.00 ~ Lunch included
These retreat days
include a conference, prayer experience, time for quiet reflection,
personal prayer and sharing. Please register at least two weeks
prior to retreat date to ensure that it will be held. Call
(207-284-5671) and ask for the Retreat Secretary. A minimum of ten
persons is required to hold the retreat day. Parish groups are
welcome!
Spring retreat dates
(March, April, May) to be announced.
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MONTHLY PROGRAM
Women Journeying Together in Faith
with
Sylvia
Genesse, p.m.
This monthly program is for
women who desire time and space to grow in their spiritual life.
Following the presentation of a woman in Scripture or the Church, there is
quiet time to pray and ponder God's word. Then, each one is
enriched by listening and sharing insights gleaned from their prayer
experience.
This program is held the 1st Wednesday of the month
from 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM on the following days:
2007
October 3rd November
7th December 5th
2008
February 6th March 5th April 2nd May 7th June 4th
Cost: $10.00
Bring Bible and bag lunch
To register, please call (207) 284-5671
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