Lectio Divina Retreat: Listening With the Ear of the Heart

Saturday, Oct. 20, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In this retreat day, you will learn to pray with scripture using the ancient "methodless method" of Lectio Divina (holy reading). More than informative reading, Lectio Divina is the formative Christian practice of letting the Word of God speak to one's heart, responding to God and resting in God. Like a deepening relationship of love, daily lectio can transform one's life. The day will consist of presentations on the tradition of lectio divina, instruction in the practice, and time to practice the prayer.

Please register by Oct. 5th.

Marie Baker, OSB
$35 includes lunch.

The Spirituality of Healing: A Retreat with James Finley

Friday, Nov. 9, (7:30 pm) - Sunday, Nov. 11 (3:00 pm)

The Spirituality of Healing Retreat is intended for spiritual directors, pastoral counselors, therapists, those in therapy and all who are interested in understanding and cultivating the spiritual dimensions of the healing process both within themselves and those who come to them for help. The weekend offers a contemplative experience that integrates heart, mind and body. It includes periods of silent meditation, time for personal prayer and reflection and discussion of the themes presented.

The University of Winnipeg's Faculty of Theology is pleased to host the opening session, which is also a free public lecture: The Spirituality of Healing: Reclaiming the Integration of Spirituality, Theology and Therapy followed by a reception with book signing.

7:30 pm, Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, The University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Avenue

For retreat participants: contemplative prayer in St. Benedict's Monastery Chapel to follow this public lecture.

James Finley
A former student of Thomas Merton at the Abbey of Gethsemani, James Finley is a clinical psychologist in private practice, an author, a noted lecturer and a popular retreat leader. Among his books are Merton's Palace of Nowhere, The Awakening Call and The Contemplative Heart.

Private Room $245, Shared Room $225, Commuter $145
Space is limited, please register early! ($50 non-refundable deposit required)

Co-Sponsored by St. Benedict's, the Prairie Jubilee Program and the University of Winnipeg Faculty of Theology with support from the Aulneau Renewal Centre

*For Guided Study Credit register with Faculty of Theology, University of Winnipeg e.benson@uwinnipeg.ca

Come to the Quiet: Advent Retreat

Friday, Nov. 30 (7:30 pm) - Sunday, Dec. 2 (1:00 pm)

A silent retreat during a hectic time! Deepen your relationship with Divine Mystery through prayer, reflection and rest with the help of a spiritual guide.

Marie Baker, OSB

Private Room $165 All-inclusive

Stepping Into Spirituality

Friday, Dec. 7 (7:30 pm) - Sunday, 9 (1:00 pm)

A retreat co-sponsored by St. Benedicts and St. Raphael Centre, Stepping into Spirituality is for all woman and men who have begun taking steps to move from "talking the talk to walking the walk". This weekend will be a pure gift to yourself as you stop to reflect on your life, whether you are a "new comer" or have embraced the Twelve Steps into your life for many years. Integrating The Twelve Steps with catholic spirituality, reflection and music will provide participants the opportunity of acknowledging pain and continuing to move past suffering and towards healing.

Fr. Fred Olds & Janine Ballingal-Scotten RN, MPS and special guests
Fred and Jan have been working with men and woman for over thirty years. Both have conducted many retreats and workshops individually and as part of the "St. Raphael team". They share great energy and enthusiasm working with others committed to self-growth and healing.

Private Room $250, Shared $225, Commuter $200
Includes meal, breaks and all printed materials

New Year's Peace Vigil Retreat

Monday, Dec. 31, 2007 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

On the eve of the New Year, it is again time to put our lives into perspective. As we reflect on the joys and successes of the past year, we are faced with a bright future full of possibilities and challenges. So we consider God's plan-a vision of happiness for all humankind. We play a vital role in that design. This retreat time offers the opportunity to commit ourselves to God's vision and to surge into the New Year with the hope and promise it brings. Wear casual clothes; bring a journal and skis, if you wish, and a friend.

Benedictine Sisters Mary Coswin, Catherine, Marie, and Virginia
$45 (includes lunch, refreshments & room for the day)

Holy Days Retreat

Holy Thursday, March 20 (5:00 pm) - Easter Sunday, 23 (9:00 am)

Participate in the liturgies of these Holy Days in the midst of the monastic community. In this silent retreat time, walk the way with Christ and the Church.

Private Room, $165

Retreat for the Unemployed

Friday, April 4 (7:30 pm) - Sunday, 6 (1:00 pm)

A weekend for the unemployed and spouses of the unemployed NOT a job finding but a heart-helping weekend that will deal with discouragement, rejection fear and anxiety, failure and stress. Designed to help find patience, hope, humor and self-esteem in God's creative love.

NO charge to participants! This retreat is subsidized by donations to St. Benedict's Foundation, Inc.

Larry Cooley, Virginia Evard, OSB, Marie-Anne Propp and Christine Strutt

Sabbath 2008: Retreat for Young Adults in Ministry

Thursday, April 10 (5:00 pm) - Sunday, 13 (6:30 pm)

If you're looking for a break from the noisy demands of life and ministry and are hungering for some quiet time to nurture your soul, then Sabbath is the perfect place for you. Renew your relationship with God as you join a small ecumenical community of young adult (ages 18-40) to rest and dwell in the presence of God. Led by experienced spiritual directors, each day will provide a mix of silence, spiritual exercises, worship, reflection, and small group sharing to support you in deepening your intimacy with Christ. Rediscover your passion for God; renew your relationship with God and leave with new spiritual exercises that can quiet your soul long after you've returned home.

Please register by March 13th.

Michael Hryniuk, PhD,
Michael is a theologian, writer, teacher and spiritual director. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Henri Nouwen Society of Canada and the US
And a Team of experienced Spiritual Directors

Private Rooms $75

*Sabbath is subsidized by F. K. Morrow Foundation, St. Benedict's Foundation, Inc., School Sisters of Notre Dame, The Joe Brain Foundation, Jackman Foundation, Catholic Foundation of Manitoba, R.C. Episcopal Corp. of Hudson Bay and the Ursuline Sisters of Tildonk.

HeartSong: Retreat for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS and for Caregivers

Monday, May 26 (4:00 pm) - Wednesday, 28 (6:00 pm)

This retreat, co-sponsored by St. Benedict's and the St. Boniface Hospital Spiritual Care Dept., is subsidized by St. Benedict's Foundation, Inc.

There is NO Charge to participants! If you would like to make a donation to help someone attend, direct your gift to St. Benedict's Foundation, Inc.

For more information, write or call 339-1705.

Silent Directed Retreat

Friday, June 13 (7:30 pm) - Friday, 20 (1:00 pm)

A mainly silent time with daily suggestions for prayer and spiritual direction, rest, relaxation and artistic expression. A time of Sabbath rest for women and men who want to be recreated in spirit.

Please register by May 16th.

Marie Baker, OSB
Private Room, residents only, $495