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SUMMARY:Summer Directed Retreat II 2026
DESCRIPTION:A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God’s voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes.  Each director possesses the necessary skills to guide their directees compassionately and peacefully\, allowing them to listen to God’s voice and to journey closely with their loving God\, both within the retreat setting and going forth into their daily lives.  The number\, nature and length of periods of formal prayer each day will depend upon the ability and needs of the individual and will be determined in conversation with the director. Retreatants are provided suggested scripture passages tailored to their own prayer. Ideally retreatants will have some experience in meditative prayer\, the desire to enter into prolonged silence\, and sufficient self-awareness to recognize their own inward movements. All retreatants have the opportunity for daily liturgy and reconciliation. \nCost: $650 - $750 (depending on room choice) \nREGISTER HERE by July 9\nOnline Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/summer-directed-retreat-ii-2026/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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SUMMARY:The Mass That Takes Its Time
DESCRIPTION:Looking to slow down and actually be present at the Mass? Us too. \nWe're delighted to share that we are beginning a monthly Sunday liturgy that values spacious contemplation\, where silence is savored and community is built. \nSpace will be created for 20 minutes of guided personal reflection and open-format faith sharing. We'll listen to the Spirit\, acknowledge each other\, and let the Word sink in. We'll gather around the Eucharistic Table without urgency in order to truly receive. We'll be sent forth in resistant hope to return to our lives renewed and refreshed. Mass will be between 90-120 minutes. \nAll are welcome to also BYO picnic dinner/snacks/beverages for optional fellowship and community in the dining room (or outdoors) after Mass. \nGoing forward\, we'll aim to host The Mass That Takes Its Time on the 2nd Sunday of the month. \nOur celebrant this month will be Fr. Ray Donaldson\, SJ. We look forward to praying with you!
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/the-mass-that-takes-its-time-3/
CATEGORIES:Advent Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Directed Silent Retreat Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A Directed Retreat Weekend is a time of of prayer and silence to listen more deeply to the voice of God within\, and to share what is heard during this silence with an experienced spiritual guide.  If you prefer not to meet with a Director during your retreat\, please note it on your registration. \nThere is also an option to extend your stay for dates before or after the retreat! \nIf you would like spiritual direction on this retreat\, please join the waitlist as there is currently no space. \nIf you would like a room and NO spiritual direction\, please email straphaelacenter@gmail.com to register. \nJoin the Waitlist
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/summer-directed-silent-retreat-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T203000
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SUMMARY:Taizé Prayer with Adoration
DESCRIPTION:"[In the cross] we see definitively revealed the only divine omnipotence that can claim to correspond with a God of love: an omnipotence whose face bears the expression of a limitless love that nothing can quench\, discourage or prevent from pouring itself out inexhaustibly" (Brother Emmanuel of Taizé). \nThe practice of contemplative prayer opens us to encounter and to be formed by this love that is poured out. Taizé worship is a contemplative communal prayer service that consists of meditative singing\, Scripture reading\, and periods of silence in order to reach a contemplative state. It is an international movement\, inspired by an ecumenical interspiritual community in France. At St. Raphaela Center\, we integrate our charism of Eucharistic Adoration with this contemplative worship. \nCome to join us for a monthly Taizé prayer\, including Eucharistic Adoration that will extend in silence until 9pm after the hour-long Taizé service. \nDates: 2nd Wednesday of the month from 7:30-8:30pm. Adoration continues until 9pm. \n All are welcome - no reservations required.
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/taize-prayer-with-adoration-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260624T151516Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Directed Retreat I 2026
DESCRIPTION:A directed retreat at St. Raphaela Center is a time of quiet in order to enhance attentiveness to God’s voice within you and in your life. A reverent silence is maintained throughout the Retreat Center at all times including during meals. Each retreatant meets with his/her director daily for approximately 45 minutes.  Each director possesses the necessary skills to guide their directees compassionately and peacefully\, allowing them to listen to God’s voice and to journey closely with their loving God\, both within the retreat setting and going forth into their daily lives.  The number\, nature and length of periods of formal prayer each day will depend upon the ability and needs of the individual and will be determined in conversation with the director. Retreatants are provided suggested scripture passages tailored to their own prayer. Ideally retreatants will have some experience in meditative prayer\, the desire to enter into prolonged silence\, and sufficient self-awareness to recognize their own inward movements. All retreatants have the opportunity for daily liturgy and reconciliation. \nCost: $650 - $750 (depending on room choice) \nIf you would like spiritual direction on this retreat\, please join the waitlist as there is currently no space. \nIf you would like a room and NO spiritual direction\, please email straphaelacenter@gmail.com to register. \nJoin the Waitlist
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/summer-directed-retreat-i-2026/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000
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SUMMARY:July Days of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:We have at least one day set aside each month for individuals to come and enjoy the peace and quiet of the Center. The retreat may begin with a common opening prayer to set the tone for the day\, after which retreatants are free to spend their time in personal prayer or quiet reflection. It may also include the celebration of the Eucharist. The Center is also often available so that you can come on other days to make a private day of prayer. Spiritual direction is available upon request. If you are interested in the use of a bedroom\, please confirm with the Center that there is availability before making payment. \nDates: July 1-3\, 7-13\, & 16-22 \nCost: $15+ (depending on choice of services) \nRegister (include meals) \nRegister (no meals) \nInterested in a longer retreat-type experience in your daily life? Maybe our Busy Person's Retreat is for you! \nIf you are interested in an overnight retreat\, please inquire at info@straphaelacenter.org for availability.
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/july-days-of-prayer/
CATEGORIES:Days of Prayer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T133000
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SUMMARY:Writing Retreat: for those laboring for Justice in our world
DESCRIPTION:This is a writing retreat for artists\, activists\, community organizers\, scholars\, educators\, students\, practitioners\, and nonprofit leaders in the fields of restorative or transformative justice\, criminal legal defense\, justice studies (racial justice\, gender justice\, climate justice)\, or social justice advocacy who have a writing project of some sort—a book\, thesis\, dissertation\, article\, grant proposal\, newsletter\, exhibit copy—and could use concentrated time and space to work on it. \nIndependent writing sessions will be punctuated by facilitated gatherings where participants will have the opportunity to connect\, reflect\, and support one another. There will also be opportunities for writing coaching with the retreat facilitator during the independent\nwriting time. Participants will also be invited to support their own writing process with time in the art garage\, soaking in the pool\, contemplation in the labyrinth\, walking the grounds\, or otherwise taking in the beauty of the site. \nThe main objectives of the retreat are for participants to find writing sustenance and motivation in the company of other writers and to connect with others engaged in creating right relationship in our shared world. \nThe retreat begins on Monday\, June 15\, at 4:00pm\, and concludes on Thursday\, June 18\, at 1:30pm\, and you have the option of staying any 2 nights during the retreat or all 3 nights. \nREGISTER by June 5
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/writing-retreat-for-those-laboring-for-justice-in-our-world/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T130000
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SUMMARY:Spring Directed Silent Retreat Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:A Directed Retreat Weekend is a time of of prayer and silence to listen more deeply to the voice of God within\, and to share what is heard during this silence with an experienced spiritual guide.  If you prefer not to meet with a Director during your retreat\, please note it on your registration. \nDate: May 22-24\, 2026 \nTime: Starting May 22 at 4:00pm; Ending May 24 after lunch \nREGISTER by May 15
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/spring-directed-silent-retreat-weekend-2026/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260509T232353Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Mass for Feast of St. Raphaela
DESCRIPTION:At this special liturgy\, ACI Associates will renew and make their commitment\, Lisa McCarthy will be installed as the new ACI Associate Leader and we will express our gratitude to Sue Buck for her years of service. \nCome celebrate the feast of St. Raphaela and see a NEW custom icon of Raphaela UNVEILED and blessed for the first time! \n  \nMay 17 at 11:00am \nSt. Raphaela Center Chapel
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/celebration-of-mass-for-feast-of-st-raphaela/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T163000
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CREATED:20251208T041139Z
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SUMMARY:To Human
DESCRIPTION:We often find ourselves with a never-ending task list\, created and fueled by this insidious and invisible need to be worthy and valued. We are encouraged to be machines rather than humans\, hailed for our ability to run on fumes rather than being fully nourished. What does it mean to honor being human? How do we take our God gifted place and make space for others to do the same? Will we embrace our core identity and co-labor with our Creator in His sustainable way? This day of retreat will provide an opportunity to slow down and receive our gift of being; to connect with and nourish our body\, mind\, and spirit; to learn and practice the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine; and immerse in creative\, healing practices. We will make delicious\, nutritious plant-based recipes together to align with how we feed ourselves with God-purposed food packages. We will practice connecting with one another and with creation as we create a safe space for grounded nourishment. \nSaturday\, May 16\, 8:30am to 4:30pm \nThe cost of participating in this retreat is $85. \nREGISTER by May 10
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/to-human/
CATEGORIES:Art & Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T190450Z
CREATED:20260122T170912Z
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SUMMARY:Enrichment Session for Spiritual Directors: Finding Your Voice as a Spiritual Director\, Part II
DESCRIPTION:Finding Your Voice as a Spiritual Director\, Part II: Tools for Discovery and Growth\nIn Finding Your Voice as a Spiritual Director - Part I (February 2025)\, participants explored several connected topics to help them discover their own voice as a spiritual director: unpacking the meanings of "spiritual" and "direction\," examining the late-20th century history of spiritual direction\, considering how the 1970s creation of training programs unintentionally narrowed the diversity of approaches\, reflecting on one's own growth as a director\, learning from directees\, and growing through supervision and peer support. The central insight was that directors can move beyond a "rulebook" mentality to let their unique voice emerge\, much like a singer who learns to stop controlling what their voice "should" sound like and allows what is authentically theirs to come through. \nIn Finding Your Voice as a Spiritual Director - Part II\, you will work with Father Shaun McCarty's dimensional framework\, which organizes spiritual direction practice into four categories: structural (how your practice is organized)\, relational (how you and your directee relate)\, theological/spiritual (what beliefs shape your practice)\, and methodological (how you actually work). Using this framework\, you will explore different approaches to spiritual direction developed in the 1970s—from CRD's focus on deepening relationship with God through prayer to Shalem's contemplative-evocative stance to Van Kaam's “co-constitutive” approach where both directee and director are transformed.  You will also examine how your own training may have locked you into certain positions or left you free to adapt. The seminar will give you time to reflect on what voices from the past have shaped you; how your practice has evolved; what gifts now feel solidly yours; what you want to let go of; and what you feel drawn to change. Time permitting\, Part II will also address common struggles directors face in sessions\, reconsider whether a directee's "thinking" is always problematic\, and explore how gender shapes the spiritual direction relationship. \n* NOTE: Participation in Part I is not a prerequisite for this webinar. A brief review of Part I will be included at the start of Part II. All participants will be asked to complete a pre-seminar survey to help organize the presentation. \nRegister by May 3\nThis event will take place virtually on Sunday\, May 10\, 1:00-4:00pm. The cost to attend is $30.
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/finding-your-voice-as-a-spiritual-director-part-ii-tools-for-discovery-and-growth/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Director Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152911Z
CREATED:20251208T033252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T152911Z
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SUMMARY:Awaken Your Spiritual Story
DESCRIPTION:Awaken the deeper wisdom within your own life story through a gentle spring day of creative contemplative practices. Our stories carry joy and mystery\, challenge and sorrow. With creativity and reflection\, you can deepen your understanding of the sacred threads that shape and guide your life. \nIn this one-day retreat\, you will be invited to create intuitive collage cards using the SoulCollage® process; to explore Flash Journaling as a practice of intuitive reflection\, and to experience Nature Wandering for opening your heart to the spiritual awareness available in the natural world. \nYou will have time\, space\, and community to reflect on the movement of God and the Holy Spirit in your life\, listening for new insights and invitations\, new clarity and discernment on your path. No experience needed with any of these practices. It will be a contemplative adventure! My hope is that you will leave with a renewed connection to your spiritual journey\, the grace of shared stories\, and the beauty of creative expression. \nSunday\, April 26\, 9:00 to 3:00pm \nThe cost of participating in this workshop is $70. \n*If you are a student\, full-time volunteer or campus minister\, please use the discount code ART when registering. \nREGISTER by April 19
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/awaken-your-spiritual-story/
CATEGORIES:Art & Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T150000
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Directors Circle: Somatic Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:The Spiritual Directors Circle of the Philadelphia Region presents\, \nSomatic Spirituality: An Introduction to Integrating the Body in Your Sessions\nHow do we help others encounter God not just in their thoughts and emotions—but in their bodies? In this one-hour introduction\, we’ll explore how the body holds spiritual experience\, how stress and trauma can shape our connection to the divine\, and how integrating somatic awareness into spiritual direction can support healing and transformation. \nOur presenter\, Alicia Divers has spent her entire career in full-time ministry and currently serves as the Pastor of Community and Mission at Good Shepherd New York\, an inclusive ecumenical church in Manhattan. In addition to her pastoral role\, she is a trauma-informed Somatic Spiritual Director and Enneagram practitioner who specializes in integrating somatic approaches into spiritual direction. Her work centers on facilitating inner healing by reconnecting individuals to the wisdom of their bodies. Alicia is particularly passionate about helping people navigate faith\, trauma\, and transformation through body-based spiritual practices. \nFor this event\, we are pleased to offer a remote online option for those who are unable to attend in person. Please indicate this choice in your registration. You will be sent a link to use to sign in to the event; we will provide online break-out rooms for the discussion. \nEvent Details\n \nSchedule for the day: \n9:00 am – 11:30 am: St. Raphaela Center welcomes all for optional contemplative time (arrive at any time)\n11:30 am – 1:00 pm: “Catch up” time followed by lunch at noon\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Presentation\, Q & A\, Small Groups and Closing \nCost: \n\n$50 includes lunch\n$35 if you are bringing your own lunch (or online option)\n\nRegistration by April 14 is appreciated
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/spiritual-directors-circle-somatic-spirituality/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Director Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260305T042619Z
CREATED:20251208T040427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T042619Z
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SUMMARY:Umwelt: Expanding Our Vision\, Exploring Our Senses
DESCRIPTION:How does Jesus speak to us through our senses? "Umwelt" is a term used to describe how an organism's world is created through how they perceive it. Using our God-given senses in this retreat we will explore how Jesus meets us where we are at in connecting with our sensory experience. Together we will explore the celebrate the variety of umwelts in the natural world\, explore how Jesus engages with people's senses in scripture\, and create and share multisensory art pieces with each other. \nTuesday\, April 19\, 1:00 to 4:00pm \nThe cost of participating in this retreat is $30. \nREGISTER by April 13
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/umwelt-expanding-our-vision-exploring-our-senses/
CATEGORIES:Art & Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T170558Z
CREATED:20260228T142045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T170558Z
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SUMMARY:Help Us Build "Soft Landings" – Community Planting Day for Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:What are Soft Landings? Did you know that many of our favorite butterflies and moths start their lives in the canopy of our native trees\, but actually finish their life cycle on the ground? "Soft Landings" are intentional plantings of native sedges and flowers beneath trees. They provide a safe\, pillowy habitat for beneficial insects to over-winter and transform\, rather than falling onto hard turf or being disturbed by mowers. \nWe Need Your Hands! We are transforming the grounds at St. Raphaela Center into a haven for local biodiversity\, and we need volunteers to help us get these plants in the ground. This is a great activity to celebrate Earth Day! \n\nWhen: Saturday\, April 18\nTime: 1:00pm - 3:30pm\nWhere: We will meet outside the dining hall.\nWhat to bring: Garden gloves\, a trowel (if you have one)\, a reusable water bottle\, and sun protection.\nWhat we’re planting: A beautiful mix of Pennsylvania Sedges\, Christmas Ferns\, and Golden Ragwort.\n\nPlease Register Here so we can anticipate how many will be coming. Thank you!!
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/help-us-build-soft-landings-community-planting-day-april-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTSTAMP:20251208T031111Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T031111Z
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SUMMARY:Koinonia: A Respite for the LGBTQ+ Community
DESCRIPTION:Koinonia celebrates the luminous side of queer Christian life — the joy\, creativity\, and deep spirituality of those who live at the often-fraught crossroads of faith and identity. It offers an ecumenical\, unhurried\, and spacious environment for rest and renewal. This retreat is for those who are LGBTQ+ and are Christian\, Christ-haunted\, or still finding their way. \nREGISTER by April 5
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/koinonia-a-respite-for-the-lgbtq-community/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T171029Z
CREATED:20251210T190309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T171029Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Women’s Weekend: Walking the Journey with Jesus
DESCRIPTION:Master\, where do you live? Come and see… \nCome spend a weekend with other women and with Jesus\, finding out where he lives and listening to what he says. We will walk with him and watch him as he goes around teaching\, comforting\, loving\, forgiving\, challenging…so that we may get to know him more clearly\, love him more deeply\, and follow him more closely! There will be moments for quiet prayer and small group sharing\, as well as an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The weekend will conclude with a Palm Sunday Mass and brunch. Join us for a sacred entry into Holy Week with a beautiful community of women! \nFriday\, March 27 at 4:00pm to Sunday\, March 29 at 12pm. \nREGISTER by March 20
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/palm-sunday-womens-weekend-walking-the-journey-with-jesus/
CATEGORIES:Women's Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260122T170532Z
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SUMMARY:Open House for Spiritual Directors
DESCRIPTION:Open House for Spiritual Directors \nThe Spiritual Directors Circle is hosting a gathering at St. Raphaela Center for all directors and directors in training. This will be an informal time to connect with other directors through enjoying conversation\, sharing refreshments\, and finishing with a brief practice. This event is free and all directors are very welcome. For more information\, contact mcimaroli@straphaelacenter.org \nSunday\, March 22\, 2026 at 3:00-5:00pm \nRegister here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/open-house-for-spiritual-directors/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Director Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T191946Z
CREATED:20260131T203528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T191946Z
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SUMMARY:Stories of Faith: The Power of Stories to Shape and Encourage Our Faith
DESCRIPTION:In this retreat we will explore stories of those who have come before us in scripture\, saints and our families to notice Christ moving in our own life story. \nThis day of prayer and reflection will be facilitated by Shemaiah Gonzalez\, the author of the book Undaunted Joy: The Revolutionary Act of Cultivating Delight. \n"Through her own stories\, Gonzalez discovers along with you how joy is the fruit of knowing God. Like God\, once you start looking for joy\, you might start finding it everywhere. Like God\, sometimes it initially feels unsafe. \n"Perhaps these stories\, of finding joy in laundry and Van Gogh's paintings of sunflowers\, in daydreaming\, and even in the darkest of places\, will allow you to see life anew. Perhaps you will\, like me\, no longer wait for the big things to happen but will find there is abundance today. Each day holds joy in the mundane and the magnificent—we just need to learn to see." \nOver the course of these 37 essays\, Gonzalez\, vulnerable and lively\, will draw you into a new way of seeing that will revolutionize your everyday. It's time to claim God's goodness and share it with abandon\, not in spite of the brokenness of the world\, but because of it. \nIt's time to live joyously." \nYou can learn more about her book by visiting her website at https://www.shemaiahgonzalez.com/undaunted-joy. \nMarch 17\, 9:00am to 1:00pm. \nCost to attend is $60. \nRegister Here by March 10
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/stories-of-faith-the-power-of-stories-to-shape-and-encourage-our-faith/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260216T220702Z
CREATED:20251208T035603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T220702Z
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SUMMARY:St. Joseph Men's Day of Reflection
DESCRIPTION:St. Raphaela Center invites men who may be interested in reflecting on their everyday experiences\, as they may in some way connect with Saint Joseph\, husband of Mary and foster-father of Jesus. The day will center on what we can learn about this important figure in the life of the Holy Family\, grounded in scriptural references. We will explore two distinct sides of this man – Joseph\, the Worker and Joseph\, the Dreamer. After informal presentations\, we will have opportunities to then consider how the example of Joseph can inspire us today - how can we become better role models in his spirit for those whom we love? There will be some time to meet with one another\, as well as short breaks for personal reflection in our chapel and on our peaceful grounds\, throughout the day. We will conclude with a brief prayer service to celebrate our companionship with Joseph\, as our brother\, teacher and fellow traveler. \nSunday\, March 15\, 8:30am to 5:00pm \nThe cost of participating in this retreat is $60. \nREGISTER by March 9
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/st-joseph-mens-day-of-reflection/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T130000
DTSTAMP:20250628T185914Z
CREATED:20250628T184506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T185914Z
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SUMMARY:Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio: Spanish Weekend Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Listening to God like Ignatius ~ Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio\nSpanish Ignatian Weekend Retreat \nObjective: The Hispanic Ministry Team of OIS (Office of Ignatian Spirituality)\, designed “Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio” as an experience of Ignatian Spirituality for beginners. \nDuration: It is a weekend retreat\, starting Friday night and ending Sunday afternoon with the celebration of the Eucharist. \nMethodology: The retreat introduces moments of silence in a progressive manner. \nAfter each moment\, the person is offered time to pray\, reflect\, and is invited to share with the whole group the “fruits” of the moment of prayer. \nDuring the weekend\, each person has several opportunities to participate and share in small groups of Spiritual Conversation. \nEach participant has also an opportunity for individual spiritual conversations. \n“Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio” consists of nine segments called “moments” that introduce Ignatian principles\, and ways of praying through guided contemplations\, reflections\, meditation\, and silence. Retreatants pray about their own history\, their identity\, how they relate to the world\, the meaning of silence\, their free time\, their relationship with Jesus\, Ignatius’ story\, and their call to service. \nCost: $260 for an individual room; $445 total for a double room; $170 for commuters \nDeposit: $50 to reserve a space \nREGISTER by March 1
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/escuchando-a-dios-como-ignacio-spanish-weekend-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Ignatian Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260115T165814Z
CREATED:20251210T185851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T165814Z
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SUMMARY:Lent Day of Prayer: Traveling the Road Toward Calvary
DESCRIPTION:A Lenten Pilgrimage: Traveling the Road Toward Calvary \nDuring Lent\, we journey as a faith community toward Calvary. Join us for a retreat experience on this theme\, which will include short presentations\, grounded in Scripture\, as well as opportunities for personal sharing\, prayer and reflection. The Sacrament of Reconciliation and the Stations of the Cross will also be offered\, and we will conclude our time with Eucharist and Lenten Blessing. This day is intended to provide you with a peaceful sojourn\, as we walk together into this graced season of repentance\, contemplation and mindful preparation\, discovering new ways to approach the Passion of Christ and His Resurrection.  \nFebruary 24\, 8:30am to 4:30pm \nCost to attend is $60. \nREGISTER by February 20
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/lent-day-of-prayer-2/
CATEGORIES:Days of Prayer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260116T164210Z
CREATED:20251208T035004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T164210Z
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SUMMARY:Cinema Divina: Babette’s Feast
DESCRIPTION:As we prepare to begin our journey through Lent\, join us for a viewing of Babette’s Feast in community. This Oscar winning film is a delicate evocation of divine grace\, and the ultimate film about food\, community and hospitality. Adapted from a story by Isak Dinesen\, it is the lovingly layered tale of a French housekeeper with a mysterious past who brings quiet revolution in the form of one exquisite meal to a circle of starkly pious villagers in late nineteenth-century Denmark. In short\, it is a celebration of life. \nTuesday\, February 17\, 6:00 to 8:30pm \nThe cost of participating in this retreat is $15. \nREGISTER by February 15
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/cinema-divina-babettes-feast/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T180000
DTSTAMP:20251220T013041Z
CREATED:20251208T034516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T013041Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine Couples' Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of Valentine's Day\, St. Raphaela Center invites married and engaged couples to join us for an informal celebration of your love and commitment. Our gathering will begin with light refreshments\, followed by a short\, informal presentation\, reflecting on God’s care and affection for us in Scripture and how it relates with your own personal experience as a couple. There will be an opportunity afterwards to connect with other couples in conversation. During the afternoon\, you will also have time to visit our peaceful grounds and beautiful chapel. Later\, a liturgy of gratitude will be offered for your intentions. Finally\, we will come together for a romantic candle-lit dinner\, provided by our chef\, Steven Molinari. \nSunday\, February 15\, 1:00pm to 6:00pm \nThe cost of participating in this retreat is $130 per couple. \nREGISTER by February 8
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/valentine-couples-retreat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T213000
DTSTAMP:20260131T195113Z
CREATED:20250909T192521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T195113Z
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SUMMARY:The Mass That Takes Its Time (+ Super Bowl Potluck!)
DESCRIPTION:Looking to slow down and actually be present at the Mass? Us too. \nWe're delighted to share that we are beginning a monthly Sunday liturgy that values spacious contemplation\, where silence is savored and community is built. \nSpace will be created for 20 minutes of guided personal reflection and open-format faith sharing. We'll listen to the Spirit\, acknowledge each other\, and let the Word sink in. We'll gather around the Eucharistic Table without urgency in order to truly receive. We'll be sent forth in resistant hope to return to our lives renewed and refreshed. Mass will be between 90-120 minutes. \nAll are welcome to stay after Mass and join us for a potluck-style Super Bowl party! \nGoing forward\, we'll aim to host The Mass That Takes Its Time on the 2nd Sunday of the month. \nOur celebrant this month will be Fr. Ray Donaldson\, SJ. We look forward to praying with you!
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/the-mass-that-takes-its-time/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260115T172149Z
CREATED:20251208T032444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T172149Z
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SUMMARY:Winter SoulCollage® and Tea
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a small group on a Sunday afternoon for Soul Collage and community. Practice making collage cards that reveal your own inner wisdom and engage in inner dialogue to hear the movement of the Spirit within. Reflect on questions like: How can I nurture the quiet inspiration of winter? What is whispering to emerge in this season of stillness? How is the Spirit moving in me? \nYou will learn about Soul Collage as a contemplative practice\, make and dialogue with your cards\, and be part of a spirit-filled circle for sharing\, revelation\, and a cup of tea. \n“Let us be grateful for the wisdom winter brings in teaching us about the need for withdrawal as an essential part of renewal. Let us also encourage our spirits as Earth prepares to come forth from this time of withdrawal into a season filled with light”. \n~ Joyce Rupp and Macrina Wiederkehr \nSoulCollage® is a gentle\, creative practice for anyone seeking reflection and renewal. Through simple collage-making\, you tap into intuition and explore the many parts of yourself and your experience- discovering deeper meaning in your life path. \nSunday\, February 8\, 1:00 to 4:30pm \nThe cost of participating in this workshop is $35. \n*If you are a student\, full-time volunteer or campus minister\, please use the discount code ART when registering. \nREGISTER by February 2
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/winter-soulcollage-and-tea/
CATEGORIES:Art & Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260131T192841Z
CREATED:20260131T192633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T192841Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Hour for Peace
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us on Wednesday\, February 4 at 7:30pm as we come together in prayerful community for a Holy Hour for Peace. We pray for courage in answering God’s call to partner with God in building a more justice and gentle world\, and we pray for peace and healing within each of our hearts\, our neighborhoods and communities\, our nation and world. \n“Honest prayer washes us clean of the illusion of self-sufficiency and so also of despair. It opens us again to the voice and the presence of the One who is beyond us\, among us\, within us. God refuses to give up on our broken and aching world and hearts\, and also refuses to impose salvation without our consent\, and so continues to labor. Christ weeps with us\, even knowing\, as the ultimate guarantor\, that love and life will triumph. He commands us unequivocally to love- love one another\, love our enemies\, love the stranger until he and she are revealed as neighbors. “Love and more love\,”- St. Raphaela’s conviction; God’s name and God’s way. Nothing can stop it. \nThis Sunday we will hear words of promise and of blessing in the beatitudes. Let us allow ourselves to be schooled again and again in this logic of mercy\, justice\, true humility\, deep freedom and love. Let us fulfill our sacred duty to nurture hope in this Love\, so much more contagious and persistent than hatred or despair. As we labor\, pray\, cry\, bridge\, accompany\, advocate\, rest and celebrate\, let it be in faithful response to the God who loves us all to the end and who calls us to partner in the work of reparation\, until all recognize and rejoice in the divine imprint in each and every other.” \n- Catherine Kirwan-Avila\, aci
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/holy-hour-for-peace/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T130000
DTSTAMP:20250929T131750Z
CREATED:20241004T175215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T131750Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Directed Retreat Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:This is a wonderful opportunity to tap into the peace of God during the stillness of winter. Spend a weekend in silence and tranquility to listen more deeply to the quiet voice of God that speaks to each of our hearts. Our experienced spiritual directors on staff will accompany you throughout this privileged time of retreat in the Ignatian spirit. Come away to be renewed and refreshed in the abundant love of God. \nDate: January 9-11\, 2026 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost:  $260 - $290 depending on room choice \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/winter-directed-retreat-weekend-2026/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000
DTSTAMP:20251021T195203Z
CREATED:20250921T013310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T195203Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Weekend: Wise Women Journey in Hope
DESCRIPTION:Before the magi arrived\, wise women were already present\, traveling to tend to a laboring mother and then to her newborn son. Their gifts were simple yet practical- water\, blankets\, nourishment. The magi\, under the guidance of a star\, arrived after the birth\, bringing gifts intended for a royal ruler. All journeyed in hope- for the life of a new son of Israel and for a future king. \nEven in today’s troubled world\, wise women journey in hope. \nJoin us for a weekend of prayer\, reflection\, celebration and creative expressions as we journey into our hearts to encounter the Source of our hope. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/womens-weekend-wise-women-journey-in-hope/
CATEGORIES:Women's Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T193000
DTSTAMP:20251119T231253Z
CREATED:20250820T204114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T231253Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Market & Advent Taize
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful evening of creativity\, community\, and seasonal cheer! We welcome old and new friends to walk through our decorated home\, sample delicious treats from our chef\, browse handmade gifts from visiting artist vendors\, connect with neighbors and friends\, and encounter God’s love through our Advent prayer service and Taize prayer service in the chapel. \n\n3:00 to 7:30pm - Christmas Market Open: local artists & vendors selling handmade gifts\n6:00 - Advent Reflection in the Chapel (25 minutes)\n7:30 - Taize Prayer Service: Songs\, Silence and Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel (1 hour)\n\nThe event is free to enter and open to the public! Financial donations are welcome and appreciated to sustain and grow our ministry! \nChristmas Raffle & Cookie Orders! \n \n \nThe Vendor Application Is OPEN & will close on November 10th.  \nQuestions? Contact us at info@straphaelacenter.org \n 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/christmas-market-advent-taize-3/
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