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SUMMARY:Spiritual Directors Circle: St. Teresa of Ávila
DESCRIPTION:The Spiritual Directors Circle of the Philadelphia Region presents\, \nSt. Teresa of Ávila - The Journey to the Beloved \nSaint and mystic\, St. Teresa of Ávila understood the process of soul transformation through direct experience in her own life.  In her spiritual masterpiece\, The Interior Castle\, St. Teresa\, using the metaphor of a crystal castle as the soul\, writes about how a person can enter their own soul\, and proceed through succeeding mansions\, toward intimate union with the Beloved.  \nSt. Teresa’s descriptions of the seven mansions offer clear direction on how a soul can continue toward union\, and what one might expect at each stage of the transformative journey.  In this workshop\, we will journey through the seven mansions\, as described by St. Teresa of Ávila. We will explore her mysticism as well as the practicalities of her teachings that might be particularly useful to spiritual directors as we accompany others on their own journey toward the Beloved.  \nThe program will begin with lunch. This workshop will include a plenary session in which Leigh Murray will speak on St. Teresa of Ávila’s mysticism and practical teachings that apply to spiritual direction\, followed by a Q & A. We will then open into small breakout sessions for spiritual directors to journal or discuss the contents of Leigh’s talk and how it applies to the ministry of spiritual direction. We will then gather for a closing practice to finish the day in community. \nThis program is intended for spiritual directors and those in spiritual director formation.  It is hoped you will leave this time with a sense of greater freedom in your practice and help you discover new ways you might help others draw closer to God. \nEvent details: \n9:00 am - St. Raphaela’s welcomes all for optional contemplative time \n11:30 – 1:00 pm - “Catch up" time followed by lunch at 12 \n1:00 – 3:00 pm - Presentation\, Q & A\, Small Groups and Closing \nCost: \n\n$45 includes lunch\n$35 if you are bringing your own lunch\n\nIf you are in need of financial assistance\, please email director@straphaelacenter.org \nRegister HERE\nRegistration is appreciated prior to May 17. \n  \nSpeaker Bio \nLeigh feels so honored to accompany sincere seekers on their interior journey to know themselves and God. She trained as a contemplative spiritual director at the Kairos Spiritual Direction program in Lancaster\, PA. Leigh has a particular interest in esoteric teachings and mysticism and has been particularly drawn to the teachings of St. Teresa of Ávila.  She has been studying St. Teresa for quite some time\, and leading experiential journeys into her teachings for many years. To honor the teachings of St. Teresa in a more expansive way\, Leigh is in the early stages of writing a book that helps the modern seeker dive into these powerful teachings on soul transformation in a way that is accessible. She also offers experiential classes that focus on prayer\, meditation\, and contemplation from the view of the Christian Mystics.  \nLeigh trained through St. Raphaela’s to direct the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises and is actively accompanying retreatants. She feels so privileged to direct this rich and transformational experience with those that are called to it. She is also a visiting director at St. Raphaela’s and Daylesford Abbey\, offering spiritual direction\, directed retreats and classes on prayer.  \nWhen Leigh isn’t directing\, teaching or writing\, she keeps tabs on her two beautiful daughters\, Hailey and Olivia\, very patient\, husband Bob\, and adorable miniature schnauzer\, Finn.
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/inquiring-minds-want-to-know-an-exploration-into-the-origins-of-spiritual-direction/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Director Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Enrichment for Spiritual Directors: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Ignatian Spiritual Direction with Nicholas Collura
DESCRIPTION:A Trauma-Informed Approach to Ignatian Spiritual Direction \nTrauma-informed care has become an important standard in many of the helping professions. Despite our best intentions\, it is easy for us to retraumatize survivors of violence if we do not adequately reflect on the risks inherent in our practice. For instance\, many spiritual practitioners encourage closed eyes and deep breathing during meditation -- a posture of vulnerability that can feel unsafe for some who have experienced significant powerlessness or harm. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius encourage vivid visual reflection on a bloody and agonizing crucifixion\, which can induce a feeling of helplessness for those who carry the weight of moral injury. Drawing on his experience as a former trauma chaplain at Einstein Medical Center\, Nicholas will lead a discussion on the impact of trauma upon spiritual experience and will explore trauma-informed adaptations of the Spiritual Exercises and of Ignatian spirituality and spiritual direction more broadly. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/online-enrichment-for-spiritual-directors-a-trauma-informed-approach-to-ignatian-spiritual-direction-with-nicholas-collura/
CATEGORIES:Online,Spiritual Director Formation
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T120000
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SUMMARY:Art & Spirituality Workshop: Floral Design 
DESCRIPTION:Join Jackie to create a floral centerpiece – perfect for an Easter table! All materials provided: vessels\, shears\, wire\, floral tape\, greenery and spring flowers. Weather dependent\, we’ll forage some elements from the property! \nJackie Newns is the owner and designer of Red Seeds Floral @redseedsfloral. She serves as a Spiritual Director and Retreat Facilitator at the Center and supports our Communications. She believes that floral design is an avenue of prayer\, bringing her closer in touch with the Creator and Ultimate Artist. \nRegister here for March 30\n  \nAdditional Workshops in the Series:\n\n\n\n\nWeaving Your Story: March 3\n\n\nSynodality & The Arts: Visio Divina & Communal Art Making: March 9\n\nPrintmaking & its History with the Catholic Worker: March 9\n\nOpen Studio on Good Friday: March 29\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/art-spirit-series-floral-design-easter-centerpieces/
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SUMMARY:Art & Spirituality Workshop: Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Savor a few hours of silence in the studio\, independently working with your own art medium. Use any materials available in the studio — paint\, drawing pencils\, weaving supplies\, clay\, etc. or feel free to bring your own supplies. Canvas will be available for purchase. Bring headphones for music in order to respect a silent environment for others. \nAll are invited to join those on the Triduum Retreat in the Main House Chapel for our Morning Prayer & Reflection at 9:00am and our Good Friday Liturgy at 3:00pm in the Chapel. \nKindly email Jackie at jnewns@straphaelacenter.org upon registering to indicate your arrival and departure times. \nRegister Here for the Open Studio  \n  \n\nAdditional Workshops in the Series:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Embodiment of our Spiritual Selves: February 17\n\n\nWeaving Your Story: March 3\n\n\nSynodality & The Arts: Visio Divina & Communal Art Making: March 9\n\n\nPrintmaking & its History with the Catholic Worker: March 9\n\n\nOpen Studio on Good Friday: March 29\n\n\nFloral Design & Easter Centerpieces: March 30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/art-spirit-series-open-studio/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T110000
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SUMMARY:Easter Triduum Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Easter Triduum invites us to take a long\, loving look into the Paschal Mystery as the foundation of our faith. Join us for a weekend of beauty and intention as we flow through liturgical celebrations\, silence and sacred circles of sharing. Father Jack Newns and Jackie Newns will serve as co-facilitators for this experience. \nHoly Thursday: Seder Meal & Mass of the Lord's Supper\nGood Friday: Individual Prayer\, Mass of the Lord's Passion\, Group Spiritual Conversation\nHoly Saturday: Individual Prayer\, Easter Vigil\nEaster Sunday: Early Brunch & Departure \n*Our Art Studio will be open throughout the retreat as an optional place of contemplative prayer.  \nDate: March 28-31\, 2024 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $255-$330 (depending on room choice) \nCommuter: $50-$175 (depending on length of stay) \nIf you would like to volunteer and/or request a scholarship\, please contact Sr. Michelle at director@straphaelacenter.org. \n  \nDetailed Schedule: \nHoly Thursday:  \n5:30pm - Seder Meal \n7:30pm - Mass of the Lord's Supper \n8:00pm - Adoration \n  \nGood Friday: \n9:00am - Morning Prayer & Prompts for the Day \n3:00pm - The Passion of the Lord \nStations of the Cross will be available throughout the whole day as a self-guided prayer experience  \n  \nHoly Saturday:  \n9:00am - Morning Prayer & Prompts for the Day \nDesert Day - House is Silent (packed lunches will be available for those heading out to local walking trails) \n5:00pm - Preparation for the Easter Vigil\, followed by Dinner and Departure for the Vigil Mass \n7:30pm - Vigil Mass with Saint Thomas of Villanova Parish at Villanova University \n  \nEaster Sunday:  \n8:30am - Morning Prayer \n9:00am - Brunch & Departure \n  \nAll are welcome to join our Services. \nRegister Here 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/easter-triduum-retreat/
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SUMMARY:Our Journey Toward a Listening Church: The Synod Continues
DESCRIPTION:How can we become co-responsible in mission?\nSt. Raphaela Center is partnering with SCHEAP (Synodality in Catholic Higher Education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia) to support their animators\, student leaders\, and partners as we work together contribute to the global Church's ongoing discernment about this question. Join us to pray\, engage in conversations in the Spirit\, and gather fruits to share with General Assembly voting delegate Julia Osęka (SJU) and the Archdiocese. \nLet's keep building relationships and practicing the skills we need to be a listening church as the people of God in Philadelphia! \nAll are welcome! Help us get 300 people gathered to listen and share the journey together! \nNOTE: This event is taking place at Rosemont College\nSaturday\, March 23 from 12:30 - 3:30pm \nRSVP TODAY!\nQuestions? Contact Maureen O'Connell (oconnellm@lasalle.edu) \nDownload the flyer
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/our-journey-toward-a-listening-church-the-synod-continues/
LOCATION:Rosemont College\, 1400 Montgomery Ave\, Bryn Mawr\, PA\, 19010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women's Weekend: Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:We are the Soil where God's Life Grows\nEvery spring\, the gardener begins the process of readying the soil for the new growing season.  The leftover leaves from last fall must be raked\, the perennials trimmed\, and the hard soil hoed and opened.  Without this hard work\, the soil will not be ready to receive the seeds or the spring rain that will allow the new plants to grow. \nLike a garden\, the soil of our hearts also needs careful preparation followed by regular work so that the seeds of God’s life may grow and flourish in us! \nThrough presentations\, guided meditations\, rituals and sharing\, participants will be invited to join the Divine Gardener in attending to the soil of their hearts\, keeping it open to receive God’s abundant life and blessings. \nThis year\, St. Raphaela Center joins the Handmaids throughout the world in commemorating the 100th anniversary of St. Raphaela’s death\, so it is a special time to celebrate the fruit that her life has produced and open ourselves to allow it to continue being fruitful in us. Raphaela’s total openness and surrender to God\, made her soil fertile and God’s seedbecame within her God’s own life for our world.  She allowed God to trim and prune…her YES\, always at the ready!  Now her seed continues to bear fruit all over the world!  Isn’t this what we want our soil to be?  So\, come and allow the Divine Gardener to do what the Gardener knows best to do with your soil! \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/womens-weekend-palm-sunday/
CATEGORIES:Women's Weekend
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SUMMARY:Art & Spirituality Workshop: Weaving Your Story
DESCRIPTION:Lisa will ground us in the spirituality of her own experience with weaving and guide us through the basics of creating with yarn on a loom. Participants will have two hours to weave and weather depending\, will be invited to weave outside\, incorporating found objects from nature into their design. We’ll close with a group reflection. \nLisa Hibberd is a licensed massage therapist and esthetician\, a corporate drop-out\, certified yoga teacher and Spiritual Companion. She was a designer for 20 years after attending Moore College of Art and Design. After a serious back injury resulting in emergency surgery brought her to her knees\, she has been called to a life of wellness and balance. She incorporates art-making into prayer and offers massage in quiet meditative stillness or through mindful movement on retreats. \nRegister Here for March 3rd\, 2:00-5:00pm  \nAll are welcome to stay for the Philly Phoebe Circle's gathering for a St. Phoebe Monthly Prayer for a Synodal Church\, beginning with a potluck meal at 6pm.  Please RSVP on the potluck sign-up.  For more information or if you have any questions\, please email Sr. Michelle Cimaroli (mcimaroli@straphaelacenter.org). \n\nAdditional Workshops in the Series:\n\n\n\n\nThe Embodiment of our Spiritual Selves: February 17\n\n\nWeaving Your Story: March 3\n\n\nSynodality & The Arts: Visio Divina & Communal Art Making: March 9\n\n\nPrintmaking & its History with the Catholic Worker: March 9\n\n\nOpen Studio on Good Friday: March 29\n\n\nFloral Design & Easter Centerpieces: March 30
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/art-spirit-workshop-weaving-stories/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T083000
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SUMMARY:Revisiting Our Narrative: A Lenten Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Lent is not an event. It is a journey during which we can discover a deeper spirituality and a new piece in our identity\, just as St. Raphaela did.  Join us for a day on these sacred grounds to walk through the season of Lent with Saint Raphaela Mary whose “Lenten life” mirrored the passion\, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ\, whom she loved passionately. Learn more about the beauty of the woman who shaped the Handmaids and her spirit which built this Center. \nThis day is an opportunity to unpack the Lenten call to “Repent and Believe the Gospel” and to revisit the Lenten trio “prayer\, fasting and alms giving” in the context of a new chapter in your story and against the background of our world and our church today. \n\nHighlights of the day: \n\nPresentations by Margaret Scott\, ACI\nPersonal time for prayer and reflection\nCelebration of the Eucharist\n\n\nDate: February 21\, 2024 \nTime: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm \nCost: $50 \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/revisiting-our-narrative-a-lenten-day-retreat/
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SUMMARY:Art & Spirituality Workshop: The Embodiment of our Spiritual Selves
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will offer space for our individual and collective exploration of faith identities through movement and music. These expressive art tools will be used as conduits to access the movement of the indwelling spirit within and among us. The workshop is open to all levels of movement ability and facilitated by Janira Bremner. \nJanira Bremner is a daughter of the Caribbean\, shaped by the multi-cultural influences of small island identity - Jamaican & Guyanese ancestry: its food\, music and sways of being. Dance training\, performance and engagement has been an integral part of her being since childhood.  For the past two decades she’s pursued an invitation to know the Holy’s Spirit’s beckoning in movement via discipleship\, dance education\, relocation and vocation. \nRegister HERE for February 17\, 1:00 to 4:00pm \nDue to the nature of the workshop\, space will be limited to 12 participants.  \n  \nAdditional Workshops in the Series:\n\n\n\n\nThe Embodiment of our Spiritual Selves: February 17\n\n\nWeaving Your Story: March 3\n\n\nSynodality & The Arts: Visio Divina & Communal Art Making: March 9\n\n\nOpen Studio on Good Friday: March 29\n\n\nFloral Design & Easter Centerpieces: March 30\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/art-spirit-workshop-movement-music-the-embodiment-of-our-spiritual-selves/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T170000
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SUMMARY:Finding Nourishment: An Evening for Campus Ministers
DESCRIPTION:Take a pause before the season of Lent\, to find footing and self-awareness. Join us for a simple retreat space – to nourish your own spirituality\, connect with other colleagues\, share your experiences and dreams for the year ahead\, pray\, and decompress. We’ll begin with a period of personal reflection\, followed by small group sharing\, dinner\, and an evening prayer service.\n\nThe evening is designed for campus ministers serving in elementary schools\, high schools and colleges/universities. We recognize many people minister to students without the title of “campus minister” — all who minister to young people are welcome to attend!\n\nDate: Monday\, February 12\, 2024 \nTime: 5:00-8:00 pm \nSuggested donation: $40 per person \nFacilitator: Jackie Newns \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/finding-nourishment-an-evening-for-campus-ministers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Enrichment for Spiritual Directors: Reimagining Sin with Paul Burgmayer
DESCRIPTION:Reimagining Sin: An Exploration Towards Freedom \nConsider the following questions: \n\nIs the word “sin” a comfortable part of your faith vocabulary? Does the word hold significant weight and meaning for you? Or\, conversely\, is it such a burden that you sidestep it in prayer and spiritual direction\, maybe by substituting other words like “addiction” or “brokenness”?\nHow do you understand sin? Is it an action\, a state of consciousness\, an inevitable part of our humanity\, or - as for the Jesuit Jean Danielou - “the measure of our soul's awareness of God"?\nIf a directee raises the topic of sin\, are you at ease exploring it with them?\nFor you\, is sin purely a personal matter\, or do we sin collectively in our faith community\, culture\, or even looking back historically? If you recognize collective sin\, do you try to connect these different levels in your own spiritual life? With your directees?\nIf you are guiding someone through the First Week of the Spiritual Exercises\, do you ever wish for alternative approaches to addressing the concept of sin so that the process feels more liberating for the exertant (and you)?\n\nIf these questions stir something in you\, we invite you to join us as we explore the topic of sin with an goal of helping make “sin” a comfortable part of your faith vocabulary. Together\, we will delve into sin’s changing meanings through history\, consider what constitutes sin in today’s culture\, and how an understanding of sin varies across faith communities. Our journey will lead us to examine the profound and inseparable link between sin and our relationship with God\, discovering how this connection can enhance our spiritual direction practice. \nRegister Here\n  \n \nApril 7\, 2024: Nicholas Collura \nA Trauma-Informed Approach to Ignatian Spiritual Direction \nTrauma-informed care has become an important standard in many of the helping professions. Despite our best intentions\, it is easy for us to retraumatize survivors of violence if we do not adequately reflect on the risks inherent in our practice. For instance\, many spiritual practitioners encourage closed eyes and deep breathing during meditation -- a posture of vulnerability that can feel unsafe for some who have experienced significant powerlessness or harm. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius encourage vivid visual reflection on a bloody and agonizing crucifixion\, which can induce a feeling of helplessness for those who carry the weight of moral injury. In the enrichment session\, we will discuss the impact of trauma upon spiritual experience and will explore trauma-informed adaptations of the Spiritual Exercises and of Ignatian spirituality and spiritual direction more broadly \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/enrichment-for-spiritual-directors-with-paul-burgmayer/
CATEGORIES:Spiritual Director Formation
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SUMMARY:Application for Spiritual Directors: Practicum in Giving the 19th Annotation 2026-27
DESCRIPTION:This online practicum will explore the content\, graces and dynamics of the 19th Annotation: Retreat in Everyday Life.  It will provide assistance and support to spiritual directors as they give the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.  This Practicum will deepen one’s experiential understanding of the weeks of the Spiritual Exercises as they unfold in the everyday life of a retreatant.  Growth in the  knowledge and understanding of Ignatian Rules for Discernment will unfold the appreciation of the art and skill of spiritual discernment. \nRequirements for admission: \n\nCompleted a Formation Program for Spiritual Direction\nReceives monthly Spiritual Direction\n\nMeeting with at least two persons for monthly ongoing spiritual direction and receiving monthly supervision\n\nMade the complete Spiritual Exercises either in the Thirty-Day Directed Retreat or the 19th Annotation Retreat\nWill direct at least one retreatant who will make the retreat from September to May and who can meet with you on a weekly basis\n\nDates / Times: 3rd Sunday of the month (12pm to 4pm ET) from September 2026 to May 2027 \nCost: $900 \nRequirements for the practicum: \n\nA person who feels called to make the 19th Annotation Retreat and requests you as his/her director.  Retreatant and director meet weekly.\nA book report on the life of St. Ignatius.\nMonthly attendance at and participation in class.\nProcess notes for Disposition Days and for each Week of the Exercises\nAn in-class presentation.\nMonthly readings for class.\n\nIf you are interested\, please register and send a letter of intent including your desire to participate in this Practicum to Linda Robinson (sd@straphaelacenter.org).  A Zoom interview with Linda will complete your application process. \nWe will accept a minimum of 6 participants and a maximum of 12. \nPlease make application on or before July 1\, 2026. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/a-practicum-in-giving-the-19th-annotation-2026-27/
CATEGORIES:Ignatian Program,Online,Spiritual Director Formation
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SUMMARY:Winter Silent Directed Retreat 2024
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. Our staff and visiting Spiritual Directors will be conducting this 7-day retreat.  Each one 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: $580 - $675 (depending on room choice) \nRegistration: No later than January 24\, 2023 \nRegister
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/winter-silent-directed-retreat-2024/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240126T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
CREATED:20220924T194543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T184628Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Directed Retreat Weekend 2024
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. \nRegister
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/winter-directed-retreat-weekend-2024/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240114T130000
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SUMMARY:Women's Weekend: Growing in Spiritual Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Tasting the Spiritual Exercises: Praying with Ignatius\nLonging to go deeper into your spiritual life? \nDesiring to remember your belovedness and lean into God’s presence? \nThe Spiritual Exercises given to us by St. Ignatius are a helpful path to deepening our relationship with God. We’ll explore facets of Ignatian Spirituality such as discernment and interior freedom. This weekend is designed for both women who are new to the Exercises and those who are familiar and longing to deepen their daily practice. \nThe weekend includes time for personal prayer\, group sharing\, liturgy and optional opportunities for spiritual direction and/or reconciliation. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/womens-weekend-growing-in-spiritual-freedom/
CATEGORIES:Women's Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T203000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Market & Advent Taize
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Market & Advent Taize\nWednesday\, December 13\n  \nJoin 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 tree-lighting\, candlelight labyrinth walks and Taize prayer service in the chapel. \n4:00 - Christmas Market Opens: local artists & vendors selling handmade gifts \n5:30 - Outdoor Tree Lighting \n5:45 - Candlelight Labyrinth Walks (5:45 to 7:15\, offered every 15 minutes) \n7:30 - Taize Prayer Service: Songs and Silence in the Chapel \n  \nVendor applications will be accepted through November 10th. \nWe welcome volunteers to sign up and support for this special event! \n*The Christmas Market will close at 7:20pm.   \nQuestions? Contact Jackie Newns\, Director of Communications\, at jnewns@straphaelacenter.org
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/christmas-market-advent-taize/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T222714Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Directed Retreat Extended 2023
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. Our Spiritual Directors on staff will be conducting this 6-day retreat.  Each one 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. \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/advent-directed-retreat-extended-2023/
CATEGORIES:Advent Program,Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
CREATED:20230912T205359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T205359Z
UID:2373-1702051200-1702213200@www.straphaelacenter.org
SUMMARY:Creator of the Stars of Night: An Eco-Spiritual Advent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Advent Guided Retreat Weekend \nSince the publication of Pope Francis’s encyclical Laudato Si’\, the Church as a whole has begun to take more seriously the call to develop the eco-spiritual dimension of our faith: that is\, our spiritual connection to God whose presence is made manifest in the natural world. How might we do so in this Advent season? This weekend retreat will provide some inspiration. Together\, we will explore connections between traditional Advent themes and eco-spiritual concepts. How can our Advent waiting be deepened by the scale of “deep time” or cosmic history? How can the vulnerable Christ-child and the fragility of endangered species in the web of life illuminate one another’s significance? What is the social justice dimension of Advent and Christmas\, and what can we learn from it about our responsibility for the planet? And most centrally of all: how can this Christian celebration of the Incarnation lead us to see God more clearly in all things? \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/creator-of-the-stars-of-night-an-eco-spiritual-advent-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
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SUMMARY:Advent Directed Retreat Weekend 2023
DESCRIPTION:Advent seems like it is light years away\, but before we know it our consumer world will be showing signs of Christmas. It is never too early to begin to ponder\, How am I going to make this Advent season more spiritually focused than other Advents? \nWhy not consider setting aside some time now to schedule an Advent Directed Retreat Weekend at St. Raphaela Center. \nWhat is a Directed Retreat Weekend? It’s a weekend 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. \nDate: December 8 - 10\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm      Ending December 10 after lunch \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/advent-directed-retreat-weekend-2023/
CATEGORIES:Advent Program,Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T153000
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SUMMARY:Advent Day of Prayer: The O Antiphons
DESCRIPTION:The O Antiphons have been part of Advent worship since the 8th century with one antiphon recited each day from December 17 – 23. Each antiphon\, based on a title for the Messiah and a passage from the prophets\, expresses our longing for the Messiah to come and redeem God’s people. We will look at 2 of the antiphons\, the corresponding Old Testament passages and verses from O come\, O come\, Emmanuel which is based on the antiphons. Times of quiet reflection\, written and art journaling and group discussion will help us discern how we can prepare for Christ’s coming in our lives and in our world today. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will also be available\, and the Eucharist will be celebrated. \n  \nAbout Our Facilitator: \nKaren Jantzi started her professional career as a nurse. Her nursing experience includes school nurse in segregated Mississippi public schools\, a psychiatric inpatient crisis unit\, mental health consultant for developmentally disabled adults\, and mental health advocate and educator for congregations and denominational groups. She participated in spiritual formation programs during this time\, knowing she wanted to deepen her connection with God. She met her spiritual director\, a retired Jesuit priest\, during one of the programs. Fr. Ed introduced her to and trained her in Ignatian spirituality. Her combined interest in psychology\, spirituality\, education\, theology and human development led her to Temple University where she received a PhD in spiritual formation and religious education. She taught Human Development in Temple’s education department for 13 years.  During this time she began developing and teaching adult classes and leading retreats in her congregation. She also led spiritual direction groups with young adult women. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband\, Joe\, a retired teacher in the Philadelphia school district. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/advent-day-of-prayer-the-o-antiphons/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T100000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
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SUMMARY:Fall Directed Retreat II
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. \nDate: October 27 to November 3\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $580-$675 (depending on room choice) \nNOTE: There is limited 2nd floor availability for this retreat.  If you are unable to go to the 3rd floor\, please check first for availability. \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/fall-directed-retreat-ii/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
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SUMMARY:Fall Directed Retreat Weekend II
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. \nDate: October 27 to 29\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $250 \nNOTE: There is limited 2nd floor availability for this retreat.  If you are unable to go to the 3rd floor\, please check first for availability. \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/fall-directed-retreat-weekend-ii/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T084552
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SUMMARY:Labyrinth Retreat with Anne Montgomery Schmid
DESCRIPTION:Join us in community as we embark on a labyrinth journey. \nCome with your curiosity and willingness as Anne Montgomery Schmid\, Certified Labyrinth  Facilitator and Founder of Encircled Grace\, will explore with us this ancient spiritual practice  and serve as our guide for the labyrinth walk. During our time together\, you will learn about  concepts\, history\, and benefits of labyrinth walking. You will then have opportunity to engage  in holy listening while walking our newly created outdoor labyrinth. If inclement weather\, our  walk will take place inside on two different labyrinths. This nonjudgmental path opens new  possibilities for prayer and spiritual practice. Time for journaling\, group reflection\, and  questions will follow the walk. Please bring a journal or sketchpad for time of individual  reflection. Lunch will be provided. \n  \n“Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths\, ask where the good way is\, and  walk in it\, and you will find rest for your souls.” -Jeremiah 6:16 \n\n\n\nSolvitur ambulando – “It is solved by walking” – St. Augustine \n  \nABOUT LABYRINTHS \nA labyrinth is an ancient spiritual resource that offers opportunity to invite people into a deeper spiritual connection by quieting the mind\, opening the heart\, and engaging the body. Walking a labyrinth allows dedicated time and space for prayer\, meditation\, and thoughtful reflection. It is a place to retreat\, restore\, and renew. The labyrinth provides nonjudgmental space for community building\, healing\, and contemplation. They may be found at churches\, synagogues\, hospitals\, wellness centers\, spas\, prisons\, schools and universities\, playgrounds and community centers\, as well as backyards and beaches. \n\n  \n\n\nThis retreat has reached capacity\, but you can sign up to be on the waiting list if spaces become available. Those on the waiting list who are unable to attend the retreat will be offered the first chance to register for our next Labyrinth retreat on a future date.\nSign up to be on the waiting list\n\n\n  \nFacilitator Bio: \nAnne is the founder of Encircled Grace and a Veriditas Certified Labyrinth  Facilitator. Feeling a natural call to the labyrinth\, Anne’s journey has taken her to  training with Lauren Artress\, an internationally known spokeswoman in the  labyrinth community\, walking labyrinths as she travels to all 50 states\, and sharing  her gifts with diverse communities. Anne brings her calm presence\, engaging  storytelling\, and labyrinth knowledge to all those seeking this contemplative  practice. Offering safe\, nonjudgmental space\, Anne facilitates meditative walks for  generational groups and individuals\, conducts custom workshops and events for organizations\, and serves as a guest speaker for religious and community events.  Graduating Cum Laude from Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science (now  known as Jefferson University)\, Anne received her Bachelor of Science degree in  marketing with a minor in psychology.  \n 
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/labyrinth-retreat-with-anne-montgomery-schmid/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231001T160000
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SUMMARY:Online Enrichment Series for Spiritual Directors
DESCRIPTION:Online Enrichment Sessions for Spiritual Directors  \nSundays\, 1:00-4:00pm \nCost: $30 per session \n***Attend all 4 sessions for $100*** \n \nOctober 1\, 2023: Nicholas Collura \nHead\, Heart\, Gut: Enneagram Wisdom on the Limits and Possibilities of Directees' Personality Structures  \n"Pursuing spiritual work without working on our personality typically results in a lack of resolution of deep-seated issues and a lack of true integration of our spirituality\," writes Sandra Maitri in her book The Spiritual Dimension of the Enneagram. "This perspective can profoundly shift our understanding." In this enrichment session\, we will discuss how our approach as spiritual companions might differ according to whether our directees lead with their head\, heart\, or gut centers of intelligence. While some knowledge of the Enneagram may be helpful\, and those who know the Enneagram will find ways to use it to deepen their direction practice\, our conversation will also be quite accessible to those without Enneagram experience\, as we will be focusing on easily understood centers of intelligence rather than on the nuances of each of the nine Enneagram "types." Likewise\, because this session will consider broad dynamics of the human personality\, one need not know the Enneagram "types" of one's directees to benefit from the wisdom the system can offer us as spiritual companions.  \nRegister Here (use this registration link to also register for all 4 sessions at the discounted rate)\n  \n \nNovember 12\, 2023: Leigh Murray \nHow the Use of Active Imagination and Spiritual Senses Invites Deeper Transformation in the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises \nSaint Ignatius believed that the imagination is a “faculty of the soul” and a way for God to communicate with us. Thus\, in the Spiritual Exercises\, he guides us to use these aspects of ourselves\, telling us: “By the imagination\, the soul can render an object present and\, as it were\, see it\, hear it\, taste it and so on. So that to apply this faculty of the soul and the five senses to a truth of religion (according as it is susceptible of it)\, or to a mystery of our Lord Jesus Christ\, is what is called application of the senses” (Salai\, 119). \nIt is through this encouragement to use our active imagination and “spiritual senses” that Saint Ignatius invites us to a deeper understanding of who and what we are. We are invited to see in new ways and to take off the blinders that we may have been wearing\, allowing us to find healing and restoration\, thus becoming integrated\, wholesome human beings. \nIn this enrichment session we will explore the importance of the imagination and spiritual senses in healing and transformation as Spiritual Directors. We will learn how St. Ignatius’ use of imagination inspired Carl Jung to study The Exercises and create a deep body of work around Active Imagination and how it is useful in personal transformation. We will have a look at how to invite our retreatants into using their active imagination and spiritual senses with a deeper sense for what we are doing\, and why. \nWe will also check in with our own experiences with our imagination and spiritual senses through practices and small group discussion. We will take some time to gather the experiences of the group and generate some best practices around how to best invite and encourage our retreatants into their own imaginations and spiritual senses\, in ways that are accessible and allow for deeper spiritual transformation on their individual journeys. \nContent for this enrichment session will be curated from Leigh’s article\, published in the December\, 2022 issue of Presence. If you would like to read the article before participating in the session\, please email director@straphaelacenter.org for a copy of the article. \nRegister Here\n  \n \nFebruary 4\, 2024: Paul Burgmayer \nReimagining Sin: An Exploration Towards Freedom \nConsider the following questions: \n\nIs the word “sin” a comfortable part of your faith vocabulary? Does the word hold significant weight and meaning for you? Or\, conversely\, is it such a burden that you sidestep it in prayer and spiritual direction\, maybe by substituting other words like “addiction” or “brokenness”?\nHow do you understand sin? Is it an action\, a state of consciousness\, an inevitable part of our humanity\, or - as for the Jesuit Jean Danielou - “the measure of our soul's awareness of God"?\nIf a directee raises the topic of sin\, are you at ease exploring it with them?\nFor you\, is sin purely a personal matter\, or do we sin collectively in our faith community\, culture\, or even looking back historically? If you recognize collective sin\, do you try to connect these different levels in your own spiritual life? With your directees?\nIf you are guiding someone through the First Week of the Spiritual Exercises\, do you ever wish for alternative approaches to addressing the concept of sin so that the process feels more liberating for the exertant (and you)?\n\nIf these questions stir something in you\, we invite you to join us as we explore the topic of sin with an goal of helping make “sin” a comfortable part of your faith vocabulary. Together\, we will delve into sin’s changing meanings through history\, consider what constitutes sin in today’s culture\, and how an understanding of sin varies across faith communities. Our journey will lead us to examine the profound and inseparable link between sin and our relationship with God\, discovering how this connection can enhance our spiritual direction practice. \nRegister Here\n  \n \nApril 7\, 2024: Nicholas Collura \nA Trauma-Informed Approach to Ignatian Spiritual Direction \nTrauma-informed care has become an important standard in many of the helping professions. Despite our best intentions\, it is easy for us to retraumatize survivors of violence if we do not adequately reflect on the risks inherent in our practice. For instance\, many spiritual practitioners encourage closed eyes and deep breathing during meditation -- a posture of vulnerability that can feel unsafe for some who have experienced significant powerlessness or harm. The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius encourage vivid visual reflection on a bloody and agonizing crucifixion\, which can induce a feeling of helplessness for those who carry the weight of moral injury. In the enrichment session\, we will discuss the impact of trauma upon spiritual experience and will explore trauma-informed adaptations of the Spiritual Exercises and of Ignatian spirituality and spiritual direction more broadly \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/spiritual-director-enrichment-series-online/
LOCATION:St. Raphaela Center\, 616 Coopertown Road\, Haverford\, PA\, 19041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online,Spiritual Director Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T110000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Stories: Pilgrimage & Sharing Our Gifts in Our Church
DESCRIPTION:Framed through the lens of pilgrimage\, this weekend retreat will flow with soulful activities and intentional dialogue. During this season of living synodality in the Catholic Church\, we are invited to bear witness to one another and discern our individual and shared vision for the role of women in the Church. We invite you to lean into community\, meet St. Phoebe\, explore the rich documents being generated by the Synod process\, and join in prayer together. \nThese days of retreat will be framed by prayer\, learning and witness. How can we pray for our Church in this time of Synod? How can we learn about synodality? How can we make space for women to witness their faith? \nThis is a Synodal Retreat for women. We will be listening and witnessing one another. \n  \nRetreat Weekend: \nRetreat begins at 5:00pm Friday and ends at 11:00am on Sunday.  Retreatants will experience embodied prayer\, small group dialogue\, time for individual reflection and creative prayer experiences.  The retreat space will be opened to the public for a St. Phoebe prayer service on Saturday\, where we will celebrate together women's gifts in the Church. \n  \nDay Retreat: \nIndividuals who are unable to attend the full weekend retreat are welcome to join for a day retreat on Saturday\, 8am to 4:30pm. \n  \nWeekend Retreat Registration\nDay Retreat Registration\n  \nWho is St. Phoebe?
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/st-phoebe-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Raphaela Center\, 616 Coopertown Road\, Haverford\, PA\, 19041\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Directed Retreat I
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. \nDate: September 8 to 15\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $580-$675 (depending on room choice) \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/fall-directed-retreat-i/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T130000
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SUMMARY:Fall Directed Retreat Weekend I
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. \nDate: September 8 to 10\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $250 \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/fall-directed-retreat-weekend-i-2/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230902
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Exercises in Daily Life
DESCRIPTION:The 19th Annotation\nThis retreat follows the entire 30-day Spiritual Exercises retreat\, but is adapted to be made during “daily life”\, that is\, without taking a month off of work or studies or family.  Retreatants meet once a week with their spiritual director (in-person or online) to review their prayer and to receive material for the following week of prayer.  It is expected that the retreatant would set aside 1 hour of prayer a day\, plus 15 minutes for the examen at the end of the day.  While it is usually better to begin this retreat in the early fall so that the retreat follows the flow of the liturgical year\, a 19th annotation retreat may be begun at any time during the year.  This can be determined with your spiritual director. \nA sliding payment scale is available. \nContact Sr. Michelle Cimaroli\, acj by email (mcimaroli@straphaelacenter.org) or phone (610-642-5715) for more information about the 19th Annotation. \nClick HERE to submit an inquiry about registering for the 19th Annotation.
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/spiritual-exercises-in-daily-life/
CATEGORIES:Ignatian Program,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Directed Weekend Retreat II 2023
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. \nDate: July 14 to 16 or 17\, 2023 \nTime: Starting at 4:00pm \nCost: $250 -$410 (depending on room choice and length of stay) \nWe appreciate your registration prior to July 5. \nRegister\nNEW: Online Option (Online Spiritual Direction ONLY)
URL:https://www.straphaelacenter.org/event/summer-directed-weekend-retreat-ii-2023/
CATEGORIES:Silent Directed Retreat
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