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Forgiveness – Experiencing God’s Mercy
January 22-24, 2010
Fri. 6:30pm – Sun. Noon
 

Reverend Richard McAlear, OMI will conduct a weekend retreat based on the latest edition of his book “Forgiveness—Experiencing God’s Mercy. He provides a fresh look at the biblical command to forgive. He encourages us to face past hurts to seek if we hold unforgiveness towards others and maybe even towards God. This is an opportunity to open ourselves to Christ’s healing by extending and receiving forgiveness.

Presenter:
Fr. Richard McAlear OMI
Offering:
In House: $150 (includes 2 overnights & 4 meals)
Commuter: $75 (includes 2 meals)
 

 

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Dealing with Our Hurts and Anger – Moving to Peace and Freedom
January 24, 2010
Sun. 9:30am – 5:00pm

 

We all experience hurts in our lives. This results in sadness, anger, and unforgiveness that can control and paralyze us. This day will focus on how we can move onward, beyond these feelings, to experience healing, freedom, and peace through God’s guidance, grace, and healing love.

Presenter:
Dr. Joseph Coyle, Christian Psychologist
Offering: $40 (includes lunch & Mass)

 
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Healing Anxiety & Depression
February 21, 2010
Sun. 9:30am – 5:00pm

 

Whether mild or severe, anxiety and depression can be a significant barrier to health & wholeness. We will focus on understanding and alleviating symptoms psychologically, and on healing root causes through prayer.

Presenter:
Dr. Joseph Coyle, Christian Psychologist
Offering: $40 (includes lunch & Mass)
 

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Dealing with the Stresses and Pressures in Life – Finding Peace and Healing

February 28, 2010
Sun. 9:30am – 5:00pm
 

The day will focus on the stresses we experience and how to reduce and eliminate the negative effects they have on us. With psychological insights, Christian principles, and healing prayer, we will experience peace and deep healing. We will learn ways to find peace and discover practical and powerful ways to reduce stress.
 
Presenters:
Fr. Bob Masciocchi, CSS
Offering: $40 (includes lunch & Mass)
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Life in the Spirit for Individuals
March 12-14, 2010
Fri. 7:00pm -Sun. 3:30pm
 

Join us as we focus on God’s love for each person and prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit as delight in prayer, the power of Scripture, healing and prophecy. The weekend will present the full teachings of the Life in the Spirit Seminar. Presenters:
Fr. Bob Masciocchi, CSS & Team
Offering:
In House: $130 (includes 2 overnights & 5 meals)
Commuter: $100 (includes 3 meals)

 
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Life in the Spirit for Married Couples
March 12-14, 2010
Fri. 7:00pm -Sun. 3:30pm
 

This will be a time for married couples to focus on their relationship with the Lord and with each other in the context of their Sacrament of Matrimony. Through the teachings and with prayer they will also focus on their marital relationship and discover how each couple forms a domestic church and is empowered with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Presenters:
Fr. Bob Masciocchi, CSS & Team of Married Couples
Offering:
In House: $225 (includes 2 overnights & 5 meals)
Commuter: $175 (includes 3 meals)

 
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A Day for Married Couples – For Growth and Healing
March 28, 2010
Sun. 11:30am – 7:00pm

 

The day for married couples is a day for growth and healing. Four areas will be considered: (1) Dealing with pressures that tear at love; (2) Learning my love language; (3) Developing the habit of happiness; and (4) Rebirth and Renewal. There will also be time for dialogue and blessing. Presenters:
Fr. Bob Masciocchi, CSS & Team of Married Couples
Offering: $65 (includes dinner & Mass)

 
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A Day of Contemplative and Centering Prayer

April 18, 2010
Sun. 9:30am – 5:00pm


 

The method of centering prayer will be taught and practiced during this program. We will explore the nature of contemplative prayer and centering prayer. We will reflect on the relationship of centering prayer to meditative prayer and vocal prayer. Presenter:
Fr. Bob Masciocchi, CSS
Offering: $40 (includes lunch & Mass)
 
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Yes, Jesus Loves Me!
How Does the Lord See Me?

April 25, 2010
Sun. 9:30am – 5:00pm
 

This day will focus on the specialness that is in each of us. We will see ourselves through the eyes of Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit and with the insight of the Sacred Scripture. We will strive to live more fully in God’s unconditional love. We will accept the truth of the Holy Spirit as our true specialness is revealed. Presenter:
Jacqueline M. Sitte, RN, CARN, LADC I
Offering: $40 (includes lunch & Mass)
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