Exploring the Dynamics of the Directed Retreat: Directing the Prayer of Another

This Seminar is for spiritual directors who have made Directed Retreats and are interested in exploring the dynamics of this Retreat in the 3-8 day Directed Retreat format.  Through the use of input, case studies, role play, readings related to the Directed Retreat, personal prayer and reflection, this seminar will cover such topics as:

• The Dynamics operative in a Directed Retreat
• The Director of the Directed Retreat
• Discernment within the Director
• Conversion Cycle (Four Movements in Prayer)
• Centrality of Religious Experience
• Listening to the Prayer of Another
• Fostering the Contemplative / Evocative Approach
• Role of Desire in Prayer 
• Value of Sharing My Prayer with Another
• Bringing Retreat to Closure

Date: May 3-5, 2024

Time: Starting at 4:00pm

Cost: $250

Scholarships are available.  Please contact Michelle Cimaroli, aci at director@straphaelacenter.org to inquire.

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