One - Day Offerings

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 IN-PERSON OR ZOOM
IT’S ABOUT “TIME”

     Tuesday, April 13      9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Time is a gift from God, every second of it. Let’s examine our use of it. Can it be our friend, enjoying every bit of it? Does it hang heavy, fly by or drag along? How can we befriend it, savor it and glorify God in the way we use it.? Some people procrastinate, others ruin their relationship with time by anxiously rushing. Does your relationship with “time” need a little attention? Take some “time” with it. Donation: $25, with lunch and materials; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

WHY DID THE CHICKEN CROSS THE ROAD?

     Monday, April 19      9:30 AM – 1:00 PM 

Because it knew it couldn’t stay where it was. Not the answer you expected? The chicken had to cross the road and so can we! The universe is evolving and we are a part of it. Let’s spend the day together exploring how the undercurrent of love pulsating through the universe is Christ calling us and moving us into deeper union. Writings from Richard Rohr, Ilia Delio and Teilhard will be used as resources for reflection and discussion. Donation: $25, lunch and materials; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON ONLY

PERSONAL RETREAT DAYS

     Wednesdays     9:30 AM – 2:30 PM

     April 21   and    May 5 

Take a day away from the busyness of your life. Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional spiritual direction. The day begins and ends with a brief prayer together. Donation: $10; $40 with spiritual direction. Please bring your lunch.

IN-PERSON ONLY

CONTEMPLATING GOD IN NATURE
CELEBRATING EARTH DAY 

     Thursday, April 22      9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Open your eyes, ears and hearts to God’s glory in nature. We will reflect on Thomas Merton’s nature writings collected in When the Trees Say Nothing and let his words inspire us to be more attentive to the love of God vibrating through nature everywhere. Then we will spend some time outdoors at Francis House enjoying what God has created and reflecting on God as a loving Creator. All is a gift of God that helps each one of us to know, love and serve God with joy and gratitude. Donation: $25, with lunch.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

THE FIVE THINGS WE CANNOT CHANGE
THE PEACE IN EMBRACING THEM

     Friday, April 23      9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

There are certain facts in life we cannot change, the un-avoidable “givens” of human existence. We will look at some of these: Everything changes and ends, things do not always go according to plan, pain is a part of life, people are not loving and loyal all the time, to name a few. Seeing these as our part in the Life of Jesus, helps us drop our deep-seated resistance to these “givens.”  We become truly free to discover the deep richness that union with Christ offers. Donation: $25, includes lunch and materials; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

INTRODUCTION TO THE ENNEAGRAM

     Saturday, May 1      9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

The Enneagram is a study of spiritual patterns that affords profound insight into the workings of human consciousness. Based on 9 personality types, the Enneagram allows us to identify the central motivation of our actions. This recognition leads to awareness, acceptance and compassion for ourselves and others. Donation: $50 with materials. Please bring your lunch. 

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM
THE WELCOMING PRAYER

     Tuesday, May 11 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

The Welcoming Prayer invites us to welcome each moment of our life, especially the more difficult ones, because God is present within it. We are to give over our over-identification with belonging and security, affection and esteem, and power and control in order to let God transform the false self into the true self that God desires. This is quite a stretch. God’s grace accomplishes it all. It is God’s desire and God’s work to set us free! Donation: $25, with lunch and materials; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

PRACTICING THE PRESENCE OF GOD
THE MYSTICISM OF POTS AND PANS

     Tuesday, May 18 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

This morning retreat will help us recognize God’s Presence and action within and around us as we go about our ordinary tasks. Living in an awareness of God’s presence is a cure for the loneliness and distractedness of our times and helps us to  “Pray always.” You will receive Brother Lawrence’s classic, The Practice of the Presence of God for good summer reading.  Donation: $35, with lunch and book; Zoom $20.

ZOOM ONLY

THOUGHTS MATTER

     Thursday, May 20  7:00 – 8:00 PM 

“My thoughts make all the difference in my world.” Believe it or not, we have the ability to choose our thoughts. This freedom is essential to our spiritual well-being and emotional health. This evening retreat will help us learn to notice our thoughts as they arise and choose to accept them or replace them. With prayer and practice, we can choose our thoughts receive a mind at peace, stilled and available for conscious thinking at will. Donation: $10, includes materials.

ANNUAL CLEANING PARTY

     Friday, May 21 9 AM to Noon  or 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Please come and help us clean Francis House. Bring your favorite cleaning supplies. Please choose a 3-hour shift that is convenient for you and call 609-877-0509 with your choice. Actually, it’s fun! Thanks so much. Breakfast & Lunch provided.        

IN-PERSON ONLY

PERSONAL RETREAT DAY

      Wednesday, June 2  9:30 AM – 2:30 PM   

Take a day away from the busyness of your life. Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional spiritual direction. The day begins and ends with a brief prayer together. Donation: $10; $40 with spiritual direction. Please bring your lunch. 

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

I AM VULNERABLE….and I LIKE IT!

     Friday, June 4       9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

The key to being in relationship is vulnerability. This includes your relationship with God. Learn ways to be vulnerable and open with God that lead to a more loving relationship filled with deeper trust. We will keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as He shows us the way. Donation: $25, with lunch; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON ONLY

PRAYER IN MOTION

     Wednesday, June 9     9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

We all yearn to be aware of the presence of God in our daily lives, no matter where we are or what we are doing. God invites you to come as you are. We will experience His ever-present love through Centering Prayer, music, and movement. Come feel your heartbeat and let the Spirit move you! Led by Bernadette Citarella. Donation: $25 with lunch.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

WHERE IS GOD?

PRAYING OUR EXPERIENCES

     Thursday, June 10      9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Sometimes God talks to us in Scripture and other times God talks to us in our everyday life events. If you’re wondering where God has been in your life lately, please come. God is closer than you think! Donation: $35 with lunch and book; Zoom $20.

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM

THE SAYINGS OF ST. FRANCIS DE SALES

     Friday, June 11    9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

We will reflect on the sayings of St. Francis de Sales and enter into the beauty and simplicity of the Salesian tradition. One of the warmest and most sympathetic strands in the tapestry of Christian spirituality, the Salesian tradition is a treasure many Christians have yet to discover. In our time together, we hope to experience not only its richness, but also its application in our daily lives. Donation: $25 with lunch; Zoom $20.