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Day of Reflection
Date: April 6, 2013
“Women of Today – Tomorrow and Yesteryear” - 10:00AM – 3:30PM
Women, through the ages have been models of inspiration to us. Their lives proclaim courage, faith, risk taking, commitment and vision for the future. This day of reflection will include not only those who have passed but the living witnesses in your own lives that have inspired you. Join us “…as we call on the holy women who have gone before us…” May we “…be given the grace to become what they have been for the honor and glory of God.” (Quote Quote adapted from the Litany of Women for the Church by Joan Chittister.)
Presenters: Roberta Feil, SC a former teacher and pastoral minister is currently a certified Massage Therapist, Healing Touch Student, and Spiritual Director. Presently she serves at Hope House, a Catholic Charities Social Services agency. She holds a BA and MA in Education, and Certificates in Spiritual Direction and Massage Therapy. She has a passion for Mother Earth and finds God in the midst of it all.
Maryanne Tracey, SC has experience as a teacher, an administrator, and a spiritual director. Presently she serves at the Elizabeth Coalition for the Homeless and is the Formation Director for her Congregation. She holds a BS and MA in Education, and Certificates in Spirituality and Spiritual Direction. Her passion is to advocate for the poor and homeless.
Cost: $45.00 includes Lunch
Non-refundable, non-transferable deposit: $15.00
Registration Due: March 25th, 2013
Day of Reflection:
Date: Saturday, April 20th, 2013 - 10am – 4pm.
Concludes with 4pm Vigil Mass for Sunday
"The Universe Story and Growth in the Interior Life"
Major developments in science and theology challenge today’s believers to look at new ways of understanding and appropriating traditional faith values.
Drawing on insights from the “Universe Story”, this day of reflection is intended to suggest new ways of envisioning the mystery of the Triune God, to encourage a deeper spiritual life and to offer hope for Christians as they continue their journey of faith. The format will include presentations, sharing and questions.
Presenter: Msgr. Edward Ciuba, former professor of Scripture and Rector/President of Immaculate Conception Seminary; former Pastor of Notre Dame Parish, North Caldwell, NJ; well known and gifted speaker; experienced retreat director; now resides in Presentation Parish, Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Cost: $45.00 (Lunch Included)
Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $15.00
Registration due: November 1st, 2012
Private Reflection Days
Call to schedule personal reflection days
"Dreams as Spiritual Practice Workshop"
Dream Workshop Rescheduled!
Date: Friday, February 28th to Sunday, March 2nd, 2014
“Dreams as Spiritual Practice”
Dreams are a revelation from the divine assisting us to our true identity in God. To record, work on dreams and to enact their meaning will lead to our individuation process and to be in harmony with God’s deepest desires for us. This intensive program assists in understanding dream work as true religious practice for discernment and prayer. The presentations integrate both Jungian and Christian perspectives.
Presenter: Brother Don Bisson, FMS, is a spiritual director, trainer and supervisor of directors. He is widely respected as a commentator and workshop leader on the interrelationship of spirituality and psychology. A Marist brother based in New York, he has graduate degrees in liturgy, spirituality, and transpersonal psychology. He earned a D. Min.at the Pacific School of Religion in the area of Spiritual Direction and Jungian Psychology.
Maris Stella Program Presenters