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Weekend Programs/Retreats |
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And
the Word Became Book: A Journey into the Heart of the Qur'an
- September 5-6, 2008
Program begins Friday, 7:00 P.M. and concludes Saturday, 4:00 P.M.
It is said that for Muslims the Word did not become
flesh, it became book, an indication of the central
position occupied by the Qur’an in the lives of Muslims.
While Christians are familiar with the Hebrew Scriptures, most
have little exposure to the Qur’an. Even those who
attempt to read the Qur’an in translation find it
difficult to penetrate. This weekend gathering is a journey to the
heart of the Qur’an. We will explore its principal
themes, particularly those held in common with Christianity, as
well as central figures such as Abraham, Moses, Jesus, Mary, and
John the Baptist. We will consider, also, Muslim attitudes towards
Scripture. In the spirit of St. Francis’s historic encounter
with the Egyptian sultan in 1219, we will be joined by a member of
the Muslim community for conversation and prayer.
($20 residents, $10 commuters (Fee due with registration)
Registration Deadline: August 29, 2008
Presenter: Michael Calabria OFM
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We
Are the Soil Where God's Life Grows
- September 12-14, 2008
Retreat begins Friday, 7:00 P.M. and concludes Sunday, 12:00 Noon.
As the rain and the snow come down from heaven
and do not return there until they have watered the earth, so
shall my word succeed in the purpose for which I sent it.
(Is. 55: 10-11)
Autumn is a rich and complex time for the earth. As the trees
let go of summer foliage, the earth receives their gift into
herself as a blessing and a promise of the new life to come after
the winter. This autumn retreat is an opportunity to honor
the soil of our hearts, in whatever condition it may be, to
receive the blessings of what needs to be let go, and to allow God’s
promise of new life to be realized in us.
$160 residents $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with registration)
Registration Deadline: August 29, 2008
Presenter: Mercedes Rojo OSF
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Spirituality
and the Experience of Aging
- September 15-17, 2008
Retreat begins Monday, 7:00 P.M. and concludes Wednesday, 11:00
A.M.
Our weekday retreat provides time for reflection on
our experience of aging - our attitude, our letting go, and how we
are achieving balance in our life. We will see how previous life
experiences have allowed us to transition into new forms of prayer
that bring new meaning to our spiritual journey.
$30 ($10 deposit due with registration
This program is provided through a grant
from the Sisters of St. Francis of
Philadelphia.
Registration Deadline: September
1, 2008
Presenter: Theresa Yanda OSF
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Young
Adult Weekend: A Mosaic of God's Love
- September 26-28, 2008
Retreat begins Friday, 7:00 P.M. and concludes Sunday, 12:00 Noon.
Are you looking to deepen your faith and grow in
relationship with others, yourself, and God? All of us are part of
God’s mosaic of love. Join us this weekend as we explore ways to
nurture our relationship with God and reflect on how we are called
to live within God’s mosaic of love. We will spend time
reflecting on our own lives and revisiting the stories of
faith-filled men and women who have embraced their spiritual
journey, having made a significant difference in our world.
$60 residents $40 commuters ($20 deposit due with
registration)
This program is provided through a grant
from the Sisters of St. Francis of
Philadelphia.
Registration Deadline: September
12, 2008
Presenters: Mary Beth Antonelli OSF and Margie Winters
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Seven
Sacred Pauses: The Medicine of Deep Listening
- October 24-26, 2008
In the busyness of our lives the soul, at times, gets crowded out
of our day. The soul is a bit shy and does not demand center
stage. Based on Sr. Macrina’s latest book, Seven Sacred Pauses,
this silent retreat is an invitation to honor your soul’s need
by listening to God breathing in you. You will be encouraged to
pause throughout the day for the medicine of deep listening. Each
pause will be a little vigil, a remembrance of God, making it
possible to live reflectively right in the mist of the beautiful
struggle of daily life. Our scripture text for the retreat will be
the beautiful Emmaus story of Luke's Gospel.
$175 residents / $125 commuters ($50 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: October 10, 2008
Presenter: Macrina Wiederkehr OSB
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God's
Extravagant Love
- November 14-16, 2008
This program explores Franciscan theology from a pastoral
perspective, inviting participants to cherish the uniqueness of
the Franciscan tradition; find a common language to speak of God,
creation, and the dignity of the human person; and integrate this
treasure of faith into daily life.
$175 residents / $125 commuters ($50 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2008
Presenters: Members of the Sisters of St. Francis of
Philadelphia
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Advent
Retreat
- December 5-7, 2008
Color me with green for hope. . .blue for anticipation. . .pink
for joy. . gray for waiting. What will be your color for Advent
this year? Together we will reflect on the themes and spirit of
the season.
$160 residents / $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: November 21, 2008
Presenter: Thomas Hartle OFM
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Advent:
A Time of Waiting--Pregnant with Hope
- December 12-14, 2008
This silent retreat will offer time to come aside and rest awhile
in order to consider and pray with several key themes of ADVENT:
Pregnancy, Hope, Expectancy, and Birthing. We will do this
through presentations, personal prayer, music, poetry, film,
Eucharist and an encouragement of the deep silence of God.
Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen.
$160 residents / $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: November 28, 2008
Presenter: Michael Laratonda FMS
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Spirituality
of the 12 Steps
- January 23-25, 2009
The spirituality of the 12 steps is experienced as a willingness
to let go, a gratitude that perceives gift in all reality, a
humility that relieves the pain of competition, a tolerance that
accepts differences without conflict, a forgiveness that invites
healing and the being-at-home-ness that is found in accepting ones
own story. This weekend will offer a practical and realistic
approach to life in season and out of season, when convenient and
inconvenient.
$160 residents / $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: January 9, 2009
Presenter: Patricia Mary Walsh OP
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T’ai
Chi Chih Retreat: Deepening Your T’ai Chi Chih Practice
- January 30-February 1, 2009
This weekend experience will focus on the 5 principles of
movement, as they apply in each movement. The T’ai Chi Chih form
when practiced on a regular basis, promote health, serenity and
are a good preparation for Centering prayer. New students and
experienced students are welcome. Respectful silence will
be encouraged throughout the weekend. Wear comfortable
clothing and socks or soft-soled shoes/sneakers.
$160 residents / $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: January 16, 2009
Presenter: Antonia Cooper OSF
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Spirit
Alive in the Midst of Persons Living with AIDS
- February 6-8, 2009
This program is sponsored through a grant by the
Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia exclusively for persons
suffering from HIV/AIDS.
We know the Spirit to be very alive in and through those living
with HIV/AIDS, so this weekend is for you to be in touch with that
Spirit. Time together will include presentations, reflection,
sharing the fruit of quiet, ritual, massage, and discovery of ways
to remain open to the Spirit.
$20 (payable with registration)
Registration Deadline: January 20, 2009
Presenters: Cathy Maguire RSM and Siloam Staff
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How
Beautiful Is the Body of Christ
-February 27- March 1, 2009
We are most the Body of Christ when we gather for Sunday
Eucharist. This retreat will focus on who we are and what we are
doing when we gather for Liturgy, as well as who we are and how we
relate with one another as the Body of Christ outside of liturgy.
The challenge is to see who we are and become who we receive.
$160 resident / $110 commuter (($30 deposit due with registration)
Registration Deadline: February 13, 2009
Presenter: Steven Kluge OFM
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HIV/AIDS
Caregivers: Spirit Alive
- March 6-8, 2009
We know the Spirit to be active with professionals and family or
friends who are caregivers, so this weekend is for you to be in
touch with that Spirit. We will explore the deep personal issues
which touch your experience. Through input, quiet reflection,
sharing, ritual, and massage, we will discover ways to remain open
to the Spirit, reclaim inner strength and receive care.
$70 ($15 deposit due with registration)
Registration Deadline: February 20, 2009
Presenters: Bernadette Kinniry RSM and Siloam Staff
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Art
and Prayer: Art-Journaling, Prayer Practice, and Clay
Meditation
- March 20-22, 2009
This weekend will explore the meditative practice of
art-journaling with Marianne Hieb, RSM, utilizing oil pastels,
drawing paper and notebooks for wholistic journaling, It will also
include the opportunity to participate in a session with St.
Joseph, OSF in using clay as a tool for prayer. During our
time together, we will probe the interface of creativity and
spirituality, and deepen in our trust of the Creative Spirit, and
of ourselves as God’s works of art. No art training necessary,
Materials will be provided.
$160 residents / $110 commuters ($30 deposit due with
registration)
Registration Deadline: February 20, 2009
Presenters: Marianne Hieb RSM and St. Joseph Brennion OSF
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