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Workshop IV: On the Journey Retreat Series Facilitator Training
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/03/10
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6:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
Learn to facilitate a three-hour spiritual growth process using the On the Journey Retreat Series. Develop skills to create a sacred environment for silence, reflection, and sharing aspects of one’s relationship with God or spiritual journey. With Christ the Servant Leader as a model of a retreat facilitator, receive an action plan for initiating and facilitating an On the Journey Retreat, a marketing strategy, and learn the value of the feedback process.
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen and Lori Gross
Location:
Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, 519 Raymond St, Bismarck, ND 58501
Contact: Lori Gross, 701-332-6786, lori1964@bektel.com
Created in Christ for Good Works: The Gift and Challenge of Authentic Minis
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/04/10
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9:30AM
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3:00PM
Description:
iLLUMINARE Ministry Renewal Days are ecumenical days of reflection for full-time and volunteer ministers (lay and ordained) that draw on Scripture and the wisdom of the Christian Tradition to reflect on themes related to ministry. The days include theological reflection, lectio divina, time for personal prayer and reflection, brief presentations, and conversation with other ministers.
Presenter: Jackie Witter
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $30.00
Note: $30 includes lunch
FULL: Bio Spiritual Focusing Basics
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/05/10
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8:15AM
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5:30PM
Description:
Learn the essentials of this well grounded practice for cultivating a depth of listening to one’s own “body knowing” rather than to the messages and problem-solving techniques that come from the head. Offered in cooperation with Loyola Spirituality Center.
Presenter: S. Virginia Matter OSB and S. Joanne Dehmer SSND
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $125.00
Note: $125 includes lunch and certificate
Walking the Way of the Cross with the Women of the Gospels
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/05/10
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5:30PM
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9:00PM
Description:
Reflections on the Women of the Cross: How does what happened over 2,000 years ago pertain to my life as a woman in today’s world?
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen, OSB
Location:
Church of Corpus Christi, 1919 N 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501
Contact: Shirley, 701.222.3035 / Toll Free, sbachmeier@bismarckdiocese.com
Emptying Your Cup: Finding Peace through Letting Go
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/06/10
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8:30AM
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12:00PM
Description:
Provide sacred time and space for quiet reflection, prayer rituals and discussion on what we need to let go of in our lives so we have room to "fill our cup" with God's unconditional love.
Presenter: Sherry Monachino
Location:
St. Simon the Apostle Parish, 8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236
Contact: Kelly Kijovsky, 317.855.7444, SaintSimonMoms@gmail.com
Walking the Way of the Cross with the Women of the Gospels
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/06/10
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9:00AM
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1:00PM
Description:
Reflections on the Women of the Cross: How does what happened over 2,000 years ago pertain to my life as a woman in today’s world?
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen, OSB
Location:
Church of Corpus Christi, 1919 N 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501
Contact: Shirley, 701.222.3035 / Toll Free, sbachmeier@bismarckdiocese.com
Exhibit
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/08/10
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9:00AM
through 05/01/10 at
6:00PM
Mar 8 thru May 1, Open 9a-6p daily
Description:
This mother-son team has produced an exquisite collection of nature photographs that illustrate prayers for the journey
Presenter: Cathy Whitman, David Whitman
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Freewill offering
Open 9a-6p daily
CANCELLED: Paths to God: Lessons of the Prodigal Son
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/11/10
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
This familiar parable has become an icon of the power of forgiveness and the generosity of God’s grace.
The session offers a way to draw on the parable for prayer and meditation about how to live one’s life more fruitfully.
Presenter: S. Carol Rennie OSB
Location:
Church of the Transfiguration
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $25.00
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On the Edge Film Series: North Country
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/16/10
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6:45PM
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9:00PM
Description:
An expert film teacher leads discussions around films that, for inexplicable reasons, are unforgettable.
Finding Self for the Sake of Others
Presenter: S. Carole Sweely OSB
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $10.00
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Monthly Taizé Retreat
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/19/10
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6:30PM
through 03/20/10 at
10:00AM
Description:
This retreat flows from the celebration of Taizé prayer. In addition, participants explore one of the Benedictine values.
This month’s focus: prayer for the world.
Presenter: Sam Rahberg
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $70.00
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Taize Prayer
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/19/10
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7:00PM
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8:00PM
third Friday of every month
Description:
Taizé prayer uses simple chants based on the Scriptures and periods of silence to create an environment for encountering the mystery of God. Walk-ins welcome. No cost.
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Walk-ins welcome. No cost
Ministry of Mothers Sharing Networking Meeting - Mpls/St. Paul, MN area
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/20/10
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11:00AM
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1:00PM
Description:
Lunch and conversation with leaders from the Mpls/St. Paul metro area.
Location:
All Saints Church, 19795 Holyoke Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044
Contact: Mary Boespflug, 651.209.9024, maryb@stpaulsmonastery.org
Men’s Contemplative Spirituality Group
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/22/10
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
fourth Monday of each month
Description:
This time of prayer and conversation is for men seeking to integrate contemplative spirituality into their active lives. The evening includes time with Scripture and silent prayer, as well as dialogue about men's spirituality and personal experience. No experience with contemplative prayer is necessary. Walk-ins welcome. Freewill offering.
Presenter: David Sagula
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Walk-ins welcome. Freewill offering.
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Writing Series: Stories of Virtue, Failure, and Grace
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/23/10
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Tues., Jan. 12, 7-9p (also Feb. 16 and Mar. 23)
Description:
Significant life experiences expand as we translate them into stories, poems, and essays to share with others. This series examines such stories from others and invites writers at all levels to tell their own story in their own genre.
Presenter: Vic Klimoski
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $20.00
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Bio Spiritual Focusing Enrichment
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/24/10
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
An evening of enrichment and shared practice for those who have experience with Bio Spiritual Focusing. Offered in cooperation with Loyola Spirituality Center.
Presenter: S. Virginia Matter OSB and S. Joanne Dehmer SSND
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $25.00
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Taming Worrisome Thinking
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/25/10
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7:00PM
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8:30PM
Description:
It is possible to lessen the amount of worry we experience. We can achieve this by deepening our trust in God, but we may also need to change the way we think. This session addresses how prayer and a change in thinking can reduce our suffering.
Presenter: S. Mary White OSB
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $25.00
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Cast to the Edge, Equipped for the Center
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
03/26/10
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7:00PM
through 03/27/10 at
3:00PM
Description:
Through the ages, there have always been Christians who witness faith, truth and unique gifts from outside the privileged circles of church life. This place on the edge can be lonely, maddening, but it’s also a place where God dwells. It is a place from which wisdom, justice and mercy are gleaned and grown. Whether you are quite familiar with the edges—because of gender, sexuality, vocation, ethnicity, or other reasons—
Presenter: Jim Smith
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $150.00
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"Embracing Life' Mini-Retreat
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/27/10
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9:00AM
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12:00PM
Description:
God has given us life and continues to reveal the abundance of love through many blessings that surround us. Are we are we aware of this great love? Does the outside world overshadow our inner being from witnessing God's loving presence in the sacred moments of our daily lives? Take time to reflect on God's call to wholeness and our response to this call.
Presenter: Mary Boespflug
Location:
St. John the Baptist, 835-2nd Ave. NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
Contact: Carrie, 763.780.5160
On the Journey Retreat Series Facilitator Training
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
03/27/10
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1:00PM
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4:00PM
Description:
Learn to facilitate a three-hour spiritual growth process using the On the Journey Retreat Series. Develop skills to create a sacred environment for silence, reflection, and sharing aspects of one’s relationship with God or spiritual journey. With Christ the Servant Leader as a model of a retreat facilitator, receive an action plan for initiating and facilitating an On the Journey Retreat, a marketing strategy, and learn the value of the feedback process.
Presenter: S. Paula Hagen and Julie Burns
Location:
St. Raphael, 5779 Seville Rd, Duluth, MN 55811
Contact: Julie Burns, 218.729.6885, djburns5@msn.com
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