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CANCELLED: Dressed in Hope: Women Who Listen, Ponder, and Change the World
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/10/13
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9:00AM
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3:00PM
Description:
Christian women for centuries, and especially the mystics, have listened to the word of God, pondered it in their hearts, and acted in ways which altered the course of history. Today’s women of prayer and action live in the same spirit of listening, pondering, and ministering with boldness. Join S. Martha Alken, a Dominican sister, for a day of retreat which will renew the love of God’s word and inspire women to respond with their lives.
Presenter: S. Martha Alken OP
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $45.00 Note: $45 includes lunch
Called to Deepen Relationships with Our Daughters
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/11/13
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9:00AM
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12:00PM
Description:
Early Christian testimony reflects Jesus’ inclusive, relational approach toward women and models our call to promote “oneness in Christ” among women of all ages. Through experience and conversation, this three hour retreat will explore ways to nurture those relationships which are most near and dear: grandmothers and granddaughters, mothers and daughters. Open to women with daughters and/or granddaughters ages six and older.
Presenter: S. Linda Soler OSB and S. Carol Rennie OSB
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $30.00 Note: $30 for two
Dementia Support Group
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/14/13
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
To love and support someone with dementia results in grief from lost relationship, shattered dreams, loss of freedom and exhaustion. Come be with others on the journey. Chaplain and spiritual director Steve Arnold guides the Dementia Support Group allowing time for care givers to share stories, feelings, frustrations, and joys. The format is group spiritual direction with check-in and introductions followed by discussions around various issues connected with dementia. Find full acceptance whatev
Presenter: Steve Arnold Oblate
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Freewill offering
Great Conversation: What Is Authentic for Us as Leaders?
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/16/13
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9:00AM
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1:00PM
Description:
Conversation has the power to inspire and transform. In that spirit the Benedictine Center has commissioned five facilitators to host four unique conversations. The experiences will include a brief reflection leading into dialogue and will be followed by prayer with the monastic community and lunch. Afterward, the facilitator will assemble and share a summary of the insights which emerge from the discussion. Each conversation is limited to 12 participants.
Presenter: Sam Rahberg
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: freewill offering
Taizé Prayer
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/17/13
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7:00PM
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8:00PM
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.
Presenter: Monastic Community
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Men’s Contemplative Spirituality Group
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/27/13
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
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.
Presenter: Dennis Cavanaugh
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Freewill offering
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School of Lectio Reunion
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
05/31/13
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7:00PM
through 06/02/13 at
1:00PM
Description:
A time for alums of any School of Lectio Divina to renew their practice and be refreshed by the rhythm of prayer, quiet, and conversation at St. Paul’s Monastery.
Presenter: S. Carol Rennie OSB and S. Virginia Matter OSB
Location:
St. Paul's Monastery
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $125.00
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