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ZOOM Mystical Wisdom: Finding the Divine Within
May
1
6:30 PM18:30

ZOOM Mystical Wisdom: Finding the Divine Within

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Join Br. Mark for an on-line retreat that will support you to explore four ancient, traditional mystical paths — contemplative stillness, the via positiva of awe and wonder, the via negativa of letting go, and the via creativa of divine expression.

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Franciscan Mindfulness: How Nature Invites Us into the Sacred
Jun
14
9:30 AM09:30

Franciscan Mindfulness: How Nature Invites Us into the Sacred

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In the spirit of St. Francis, who saw all creation as kin and every moment as sacred, this retreat invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and immerse ourselves in the wisdom of the natural world. Rooted in Franciscan mindfulness, we will explore how nature reveals the Divine and calls us into presence, compassion, and interconnection. 

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Mary Oliver Retreat: "I Got Saved by the Beauty of the World” — Her Best Poems about Life, Death, and Everything in Between
Aug
23
9:30 AM09:30

Mary Oliver Retreat: "I Got Saved by the Beauty of the World” — Her Best Poems about Life, Death, and Everything in Between

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Mary Oliver is a favorite of poetry lovers of all ages for her lyrical, intimate, and sensitive poems, many of which use nature as a lens for exploring a wide spiritual spectrum of human emotions, from love and joy to sorrow and despair. The best Mary Oliver poems remind us to pause and take a breath, revel in our surroundings, and encourage us not to take anything for granted. 

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The Three Amigos: Day of Prayerful Reflection-Pathways for Hope and Repair
May
1
9:30 AM09:30

The Three Amigos: Day of Prayerful Reflection-Pathways for Hope and Repair

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The New York Times columnist David Brooks recently confessed to having two burning questions that come to mind as he reflects upon the current state of affairs in our country and world: “Why are people so sad?” and  “Why are people so mad?”

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Thomas Merton and the Transformative Power of Love
Sep
9
9:30 AM09:30

Thomas Merton and the Transformative Power of Love

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Recognizing that so many of the issues of Merton’s time surrounding love are, sometimes frustratingly so, still our issues today, we will discuss how Merton’s work helps us to see through a lens of grace, allowing us to access love for ourselves, for others, and even for the impossible world.

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Silent Directed Retreat with Sr. Patricia Torre, DW
Jun
25
to Jun 30

Silent Directed Retreat with Sr. Patricia Torre, DW

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During the time of a retreat week, you will meet each day with your spiritual companion Sr. Pat Torre, DW, who will walk with you and guide you on your spiritual journey. The restful setting of the Litchfield Hills will allow you to appreciate and be embraced by the healing effect of God in the silence. 

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Silent Directed Retreat with Br. Mark D’Alessio
Jun
25
to Jun 30

Silent Directed Retreat with Br. Mark D’Alessio

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During the time of a retreat week, you will meet each day with your spiritual companion Br. Mark D’Alessio, who will walk with you and guide you on your spiritual journey. The restful setting of the Litchfield Hills will allow you to appreciate and be embraced by the healing effect of God in the silence. 



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Silent Directed Retreat with Sr. Ann Casagrande, DW
Jun
25
to Jun 30

Silent Directed Retreat with Sr. Ann Casagrande, DW

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During the time of a retreat week, you will meet each day with your spiritual companion Sr. Ann Casagrande, DW who will walk with you and guide you on your spiritual journey. The restful setting of the Litchfield Hills will allow you to appreciate and be embraced by the healing effect of God in the silence. 

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