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A Day of Reflection, a Time to Ponder, a Space to Heal
ONSITE PROGRAM! Warm Welcome... A day of reflection, a time to ponder, a space to heal. We begin in prayer…with presentations, music, short movie clips, personal sharing, poetry…all centered on assisting each other in the expression of the loss and grief, and the welcoming of HOPE. We will use the Book of Lamentation from the Hebrew Scriptures as a guide, basking in God’s love for each of us as we journey back to God’s promise of joy.…
Find out more »ONLINE: A Day of Spirituality for People in Recovery
ONLINE! A DAY OF SPIRITUALITY FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY Friday, September 24, 2021 10:30 am – 2:00 pm *REGISTRATION CLOSES at 10AM the day before SERENITY IN THE TIME OF UNCERTAINTY Almost everywhere we look, we are tempted to think and believe there is nothing but bad news. Sobriety does not change the weather or the forces of Nature. What changes is our ability and willingness to be people who take care of ourselves so other people might be…
Find out more »Caregivers Retreat
JESUS HELD THEM IN HIS ARMS AND BLESSED THEM DOING WHAT JESUS WOULD DO To care for someone is one of the most powerful things a human being can do. We place ourselves, as Caregivers, in the loving embrace of the Divine and one another. We remember how Jesus invited Thomas to touch his wounds. It is our privilege to touch the wounds of another even if it breaks our hearts. We bond in prayer and solidarity to realize anew…
Find out more »Recovery Retreat for Women
“There must be hope of the same result" September 6-8, 2019 The 12 Steps Tradition of Alcoholics Anonymous has become the standard for recovery programs of every types. The 12 Steps were born out of real-life experience by people who were amazed at their recovery. After a significant time of discernment, those who were experiencing their recovery had the generosity of heart to record and share their experiences with other suffering and recovering people. It is more than understandable why…
Find out more »One day Retreat for those in Music Ministry
TO YOU, O GOD, I LIFT MY SOUL October 08, 2019. 9.30am- 3:00pm “He who sings,” said St. Augustine, “prays twice.” The holy Bishop of Hippo meant that singing adds to our praise and worship of God—that our voices are gifts, with which we can make music to the Lord. Sung prayer expresses the joy of the heart, the happiness resulting from one who has encountered Jesus Christ and experienced his love. Sung prayer reminds us of the choirs of…
Find out more »Knights of Columbus
Cultivating Peace, Embracing Wonder Words of Reassurance in a Time of Darkness (November 23, 9.30am-2.30pm) Father McGivney took seriously the command of Jesus to “read the signs of the times,” as many 19th century Catholics were struggling to assimilate into the American economy. Today we, too, respond as Father McGivney did, attentive to Sacred Scripture, and to the longings of our hearts. Through a mixture of conferences and quiet, shared faith, music, and contemporary film segments, we will ponder our…
Find out more »Advent Day of Prayer
Advent Day of Prayer Fr. Phillip guides us through several rich Advent Scripture passages that invite us more deeply into this Season of Hope. The day will offer time for conferences, liturgy, quiet reflection, small group faith sharing, as well as a shared meal... all centered on the season we call Advent. Date: Tuesday, December 05, 2023 Time: 9:00 AM (Check-In) - 3:00 PM *Program Begins at 9:30am * Concludes with Eucharist * Sacrament of Reconciliation available after…
Find out more »A DAY OF SPIRITUALITY FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY (CANCELLED)
SOBRIETY DURING THE HOLIDAYS EVERY MOMENT IS A FRESH BEGINNING -T.S. Eliot Our time together will gift us with the presence and wisdom of one another. Our Community of people, practicing the principles of sobriety, gives us strength, wisdom, and courage. Not only a few have experienced the presence of the Higher Power in the most difficult moments of life. The Winter holidays typically center around the imagery of light. Light shines in the darkness as an opportunity for new…
Find out more »ONLINE: Day of Spirituality for People in Recovery
ONLINE SESSION ONLY Wednesday, February 16, 2022 *REGISTRATION CLOSES at 10AM the day before 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm SOBRIETY IN THE DAYS OF WINTER An Evening of Reflection Speaker: Fr. Tom Bonacci, CP EVERY MOMENT IS A FRESH BEGINNING S. Elliot Our time together will gift us with the presence and wisdom of one another. Our fellowship community, practicing the principles of sobriety, gives us strength, wisdom, and courage. Not a few have experienced the presence of the…
Find out more »Cancelled ONLINE: Holy Week Program 2022
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however, this program has been cancelled. Please contact us if you have any questions at (916) 725-4720. CANCELLED Online Program HOLY WEEK 2022 Exploring the Mind of Christ Encountering the Heart of Jesus Holy Thursday through Holy Saturday April 14th to 16th, 2022 Holy Week provides a unique time within the liturgical year to renew and deepen our connection to God. Throughout Lent we have practiced fasting, almsgiving, and prayer in…
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