The Dynamics of the Spiritual Exercises

This weekend retreat is designed for those familiar with the Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, for spiritual directors and for those in training to become spiritual directors. We will re-visit each “Week” of the Exercises to assimilate the graces desired. We will pray with the “Hinge” meditations of Ignatius to see how they are at the heart of the matter and connect the “Weeks” with Ignatian genius. This retreat will engage head, heart and faith as we taste and savor the dynamics of the Spiritual Exercises.
Dates: April 30 – May 2
Time: 7:00 PM Friday to 1:00 PM Sunday
Donation: $150 Residents; $120 Commuters

Personal Retreat Day

Take a day away from the busyness of your life to rest awhile in the Lord and experience God’s presence. Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional Spiritual Direction. The day begins and ends with a brief prayer together. Not a series.
Dates: Wednesday, May 5
Time:  9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Donation:  $10; $40 with Spiritual Direction; please bring a bag lunch

I Remember Mama

This morning retreat gives time and space for those who have lost their mothers recently (and not so recently) to grieve, remember and celebrate their mother’s life. A wonderful way to prepare for Mother’s Day.
Date:   Friday, May 7
Time:  9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Donation:  $20 includes lunch

Directed Retreat Weekend

Due to the frantic pace of contemporary life, it is essential for our spiritual and physical health to take time to pray. The Weekend Directed Retreat offers you the opportunity to experience the graced rhythm of life in which rest restores your body and God revives your soul. Liturgy, Spiritual Direction and optional Centering Prayer periods are included.
Dates: May 7 – 9
Time: 7:00 PM Friday to 1:00 PM Sunday
Donation:  $125/ $40 non-refundable deposit with registration

Centering Prayer Evening

We meet one Tuesday a month for 20 minutes of Lectio Divina and 40 minutes of Centering Prayer. These evenings really help to keep your Centering Prayer practice alive. There is power in the group. This is preceded by a study of the classics.
Date:  May 11
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Donation:  Love offering

Spiritual Friendship

I really want to have this, and I hope you want to come. Spiritual Friendship is an old spiritual classic by Aelred of Rievaulx which has been re-translated with a commentary by Dennis Billy to guide the way. The new edition opens up the riches of this spiritual masterpiece to a wide audience of contemporary readers who see the spiritual life not as a solitary enterprise, but one intimately connected to relationships. Spiritual Friendship offers wise counsel on many aspects of friendship and promises to enhance our friendships in the Lord. I read it years ago and loved it. I look forward to the new edition. How about you?
Date: Tuesday, May 18
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Donation: $20 includes book

Please, always register for programs! To register by mail, send your name, address, phone number and email to: Francis House of Prayer, PO Box 392 Rancocas, NJ 08073. You may also register by calling: 609-877-0509.

If you are registered and you cannot come, please call and let us know! Thank you.