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September 2, 2017Dear Friends in our diocese -
I am pleased to announce the retreats we have planned here at the Abbey Guest Center for the coming months. I haven’t sent out any of these emails for sometime, because we have been very busy with various groups all through the summer and even we have to look carefully to set weekend retreats. It’s time to promote the retreats we’re offering in the coming months. As always we appreciate you help with that with mention in your parish bulletins. I’m attaching a document with the full descriptions of all the fall retreats. We also have a nice flyer that we can send you as well. Just send an email or give us a call to request them.
Gratefully,
Fr Peter, O.S.B.
We are doing something new this fall. We’ve planned a series of weekday Days of Reflection, one each month beginning September 13. Our Fr. Donald Gibbs, O.S.B. will be guiding the first three and I will take the one for Advent in December.
Days of Reflection Series
September 13 (Wednesday) – Praying the Our Father: A spirituality of discipleship.
October 18 (Wednesday) – The Rosary: The Gospel on a string.
November 9 (Wednesday) – Grief: Recalling memories that heal.
December 6 (Wednesday) – Advent day of Reflection – Advent the season of Hope.
The full listing of Fall retreats and days of reflection
September 1-4 (Labor Day Weekend – Friday-Monday) Calligraphy for Beginners
September 13 (Wednesday) – Praying the Our Father: A spirituality of discipleship
October 18 (Wednesday) – The Rosary: The Gospel on a string.
October 20-22 (Friday-Sunday) Harvest Retreat
October 27-28 (Friday-Sunday) Fall Oblate Retreat
November 9 (Wednesday) Grief: Recalling memories that heal
November 10-12 (Friday-Sunday) Calligraphy Beginners Follow up
November 17-19 (Friday evening-Sunday) Liturgy of Hours – praying the Liturgy of the Hours
December 6 (Wednesday) – Advent day of Reflection – Advent the season of Hope.
December 30-January 1 (Saturday–Monday) Annual New Years Retreat
General Info
All our retreats and days of recollection provide a setting which lends itself to quiet reflection, personal prayer and relaxation along with the opportunity to join the monastic community for prayer and Eucharist. Day programs can include overnight accommodations upon request.
Contact us for more information or to make a reservation at, ( (660) 944-2809 * guests@conception.edu 8 All this information available on our website: www.conceptionabbey.org/guests
ABBEY GUEST CENTER - Fall 2017 Retreats and Days of Reflction
Detailed description. Ready for bulletins.
September 1- 4 Lettering the Word- Friday-Monday
A retreat for beginners that explores the use of calligraphy as a means of meditating upon Sacred Scripture . Participants learn to write the Foundational hand using felt tip calligraphic markers. All materials will be supplied. Limited to 12 persons. No previous : experience required. $50 deposit required. Room/Meal/Director fees: $220 single room; $350 double room ($175 each)
September 20 – Wednesday Reflection Day Series -- #1 – Fr Donald Gibbs, O.S.B.
Praying the OUR FATHER – A Spirituality of Discipleship. “One of Jesus’ disciples said to him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, as John {the Baptist} taught his disciples.’” The Our Father is that teaching. It is often called the model of all prayer. You are invited to come and reflect on this prayer. Take a closer look at these holy words so familiar to all Christians. Snacks/lunch/Director fees: $20/person—(9 AM—3PM)
October 18 – Wednesday Reflection Day Series -- #2 – Fr. Donald Gibbs, O.S.B.
The Rosary: The Gospel on a string. October is the traditional month of the Holy Rosary. Archbishop Fulton Sheen said, “The rosary is the book of the blind, where souls see and there enact the greatest drama of love the world has ever known.” Come, and spend the day reflecting on the mysteries of the rosary, the story and wonder of our Redemption in Christ. This is the power of the rosary. Snacks/lunch/Director fees: $20/person—(9 AM—3PM)
October 20-22 Annual Harvest Retreat. Friday-Sunday
It is a time to help harvest the fruits, vegetables and herbs of the many Abbey gardens. Take part in harvesting and preparing all kinds of homemade delights. It is a fun time for all and includes reflections on the rich Scripture texts centered on harvest themes. Room/Meal/Director fees: $180 single room; $300 double room ($150 each)
November 8 - Wednesday Reflection Day Series -- #3 – Fr. Donald Gibbs, O.S.B.
Grief: Recalling memories that heal. Grief is not one size fits all; it is not just sadness; it is not just the pain of loss. Grieving is an active, ongoing process. Did Jesus know grief? What does St. Paul tell us about grief?
Snacks/lunch/Director fees: $20/person—(9 AM—3PM)
November 17-19 Praying the Liturgy of the Hours, Friday-Sunday
Learn how to pray the Liturgy of the Hours from your home. This introductory workshop gives you the resources and practice to pray the liturgical prayer of the church. Quick reference guides and how to use on-line and apps. Room/Meal/Director fees: $180 single room; $300 double room ($150 each)
December 6 – Wednesday Reflection Day Series -- #4 – Fr. Peter Ullrich, O.S.B.
Advent day of reflection: Spend the day at the Abbey slowing down to ponder the true meaning of Christmas. Enter into the mystery and joy that comes with the celebration of Christ’s coming into the world and into our hearts. Snacks/lunch/Director fees: $20/person—(9 AM—3PM
December 30-Jan 1 Annual New Year’s Retreat
Begin the New Year in prayer and reflection. Staff and Monks will look forward to the feast of the Epiphany—a reflection upon what the Lord has made known to us and how we will reflect that in our daily lives. Take time to bring in the New Year with more than resolutions. How do we make what the Lord has manifested in our lives become the gifts we offer to others? We will also offer special sessions and handouts in Spanish.
Room/Meal/Director fees: $180 single room; $300 double room ($150 each)
