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Day Programs/Retreats

Aging Gracefully:  Living Our Best Life
- September 11, 2010
9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
"Aging Gracefully" is not simply a euphemism that attempts to soften the reality of growing old. Rather, it is an invitation to discover the continuing truth of Jesus’ promise: "I have come that you might have life, and have it to the full." This day will explore the deeper invitation of Jesus to those of us in the second half of life. By examining the attitudes and strategies essential for living a happy life at any age, we hope to discover that, accepting the limits that aging imposes can expand our horizons and free us to become our wisest and best selves.
$30 includes lunch ($10 non-refundable deposit due with registration)
(Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, no fee)
Registration Deadline:  August 27, 2010
Presenter:  Fr. Joseph Breighner

 

Retreat for Caregivers:  Take Time for Yourself So You Can Best Care for Others
- October 16, 2010
10:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
Caring for persons with chronic illness or disabilities is a rewarding endeavor, but often places extreme demands on the caregiver.  Caregivers can become overwhelmed trying to balance work, family, and caregiving demands, often resulting in the neglect of their own well-being.  They often become depleted, disenchanted with their work or simply do not care for themselves as well as they do for others.  This retreat is a time of respite for caregivers to refresh body, mind and spirit.  Come join us and obtain a renewed sense of purpose and relaxation and simple approaches to maintaining balance in your life.  Resource information will be available.
$10 includes lunch (due with registration)
Registration Deadline:  October 2, 2010
Presenters:  Jude Michael Krill OFM Conv
                  Bayada Nursing Staff

 

Barrenness and Birthing:  The Wisdom of Elizabeth
-October 20, 2010
10:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M.
As women age and pass the time of bearing children, questions about purposefull and meaningful daily living may begin to loom large.  Days that once seemed too budy and too full may feel barren and empty.  If this experience is yours, come and spend this day with Elizabeth.  "Advanced in years," she can teach us how the transforming power of God's love can hallow the hollow place within each of us and create a womb of compassion from which new life will be born.
$5-15 sliding scale includes lunch (due with registration)
Registration Deadline:  October 6, 2010
Presenter:  Clare D'Auria OSF

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