St.Benedict s Retreat and Conference Centre. as a welcome place for conversations that matter

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1 St.Benedict s Retreat and Conference Centre as a welcome place for conversations that matter

2 Hello, friends of St.Benedict s! We are especially happy to welcome you to St.Benedict s this year as we are celebrating our 40th anniversary as a retreat and conference centre! Yes! For 40 years now the Benedictine community has extended their ministry of hospitality, community and prayer to thousands through the Centre. We have so many memories and much for which to be grateful. We are celebrating this occasion in several ways. Come join us! Read on and find out when and how. Our format is a little different this year. Hope you like it. Blessings, Director St.Benedict s... Providing hospitality and spiritual formation in an atmosphere of peace to all who seek meaning and direction in their lives! Spirituality Team l to rt. Sisters Marie and Mary; Rachel Twigg-Boyce and Sister Catherine.

3 Retreat & Conference Centre Staff Mary Coswin, OSB, Centre Director/Program Director Kimberly Mallow, Conference Coordinator Marie Baker, OSB, Sabbatical Director Lucille Ledoyen, Receptionist Bonnie Christianson, Housekeeping Sharleen Yakel, Office and Housekeeping Darcie Christianson and Chloe Ryan, Hostesses Program Resource Staff Benedictine Sisters Catherine Labinowich, Hilda Frost, Irene Burzynski, Joan Mormul, Marie Baker, Mary Rose Hammerling & Virginia Evard Shekinah: Formation for Spiritual Direction David Walsh, M.A. and Mary Coswin, OSB Co-Directors An evening of music, song & story with Sierra Noble & Edwina Gateley Tickets at St. Benedict s, Ave Maria Gift Shop, McNally Robinson Booksellers and Hull s. Tickets $40 (tax receipt $20) Proceeds to Centre programs: HeartSong (for those living with HIV/AIDS) and Retreat for the Unemployed.

4 Shekinah: Formation for the Ministry of Spiritual Direction Do you feel called to accompany others? Do others seek you out? This 2-year supervised program is for women and men of any denomination and walk of life, discerning a call to accompany others on the spiritual journey. Those considering application must have at least one year s experience of receiving regular spiritual direction prior to applying. Applications for class of available January Deadline April 30. SPIRITUALITY SERIES: Day and Evening Contemplative Living for 21st Century Seekers Monthly on a Wednesday, 9:45 am - 3:00 pm Are you one of many seeking a way of being contemplative in the midst of your ordinary life? Come explore wisdom from the Christian contemplative tradition with members of St. Benedict s community as they share some spiritual practices that will help you to deepen your contemplative living, right where you are! Each of these mini-sabbaths begins with a morning meditation and is followed by short presentations around the theme & reflection time. Treat yourself to some inspiration, quiet, a shared lunch and conversation with other seekers. Register in advance. $35 / includes lunch Oct.13 Reverence and Wonder: Hilda Frost, OSB Nov.10 Time Made Holy: Marie Baker, OSB Dec.8 Walking in the Truth of Who You Are: Irene Burzynski, OSB Jan.12 Centering Prayer and the Welcome Prayer: Catherine Labinowich, OSB Feb.9 Rooted in Relationship: Mary, OSB Mar.9 Sacred Ritual: Joan Mormul, OSB Apr.13 Care For the Earth: Catherine, OSB Spiritual Direction Information Evening Monday, Sept. 27, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Free Event! Have you thought about receiving spiritual direction? You wonder: What does a person talk about? Where do I find a spiritual director? Does it cost? Come meet and hear from spiritual directors and ask your questions. We will provide information that you need to begin or continue an intentional spiritual journey with a guide. No fee. Please call to let us know you are coming. Spiritual direction is a contemplative practice of walking with another to awaken to the Mystery of God in all of life, and to respond in a growing relationship of love with God, self and others.

5 Taizé Centering Prayer: Support Group 1st Sunday of the month, Thursdays, Sept. 7:15 3-Apr.3, - 8:457-8 pm pm beginning Sept. 18 Taizé The evening Ecumenical consists Prayer of Centering began Prayer, Taizé, France. a contemplative This prayer walk and consists lectio divina. of the singing If new of to chants the practice, and of the readings Introductory Workshop the Christian recommended. Scriptures, intercessions NO Charge. and silence. All from are Facilitated welcome by to Catherine, Monastery OSB Chapel and others. No fee. Note Change Conversations: Emerging Christianity Oct.26, Nov.2 and 9, 7-9 pm Something fresh and dynamic is emerging in the Christian community. Across denominational and generational lines people are gathering. In this series, by means of DVD presentations by three teachers and by dialogue and conversation we will find our perspective becoming deeper and our faith stronger. Oct. 26: Phyllis Tickle: The Great Emergence Nov.2: Richard Rohr: Standing Contemplatively in an Active World Nov.9: Shane Claiborne: Harmonizing without Homogenizing $5 per evening Call to indicate you are attending.. Morning Retreats in Monastic Spirituality Monthly on Saturday, 9-11:30am A morning of prayer, silence, input and discussion. This series will focus on New Monasticism and how monastic spirituality can be lived in our world today. Each retreat begins with Morning Prayer at 9am in the Monastery Chapel. $20 per retreat / $85 full series Oct.9 Benedict & Scholastica Nov.13 School of the Lord s Service Dec.11 Joan Chittister: Nothing Harsh or Burdensome Jan. 8 Henri Nouwen: Listen with the Ear of Your Heart Feb.12 St.Benedict s Table Hilda Frost, OSB has a great "love of learning and the desire for God" that has inspired her monastic life and her study of monastic history.

6 Come join us as we celebrate in thanksgiving for our 40 years as a Retreat & Conference Centre. Fri. Oct. 8, 7pm in the Monastery Chapel! Limited seating. Call by Sept spirituality series continued 40-Something Series: Saturdays, 9 am noon In honour of the Centre s 40th Anniversary, we are offering three mini-retreats arising from the significance of the number 40 in sacred scripture and as applied to our everyday lives. $25 per session / $70 for series Nov. 20 Letting Be: Based on the Exodus journey of 40 years and the midlife journey of age 40-something, we will explore and reflect on the this period of wandering and wondering, of disorientation and re-orientation. Mary Coswin,OSB Mar. 26 Letting Go: The 40 days of Lent mirror the time Jesus spent in the desert before beginning his ministry. Come spend time reflecting creatively and contemplatively on what it is like to be in the desert. Rachel Twigg Boyce is the director of House Blend Ministries, an initiative of the Mennonite Brethren Church in Manitoba. She is completing her training as a spiritual director in Shekinah at St.Benedict s. Apr. 9 Letting Grow: Like the 40 weeks of human gestation, the earth requires time and care to grow to fullness. Come explore with Arthur important metaphors in the Psalms for earth, the environment, and living things, while tracing their influence in contemporary culture, for example in recent films. The Psalms, like the earth that is our home, can provide wonderful resources for life. Arthur Walker-Jones is Professor, Faculty of Theology, at the University of Winnipeg. He is an author whose most recent book is entitled The Green Psalms.

7 Romancing the Word: Lectio Divina as Spiritual Practice for Today's Seekers Sat., Mar. 5 and 12, 10:00 am 3:30 pm Lectio divina (Latin for "divine reading") is a way of prayer and scriptural reading that promotes communion with God and provides spiritual insights into one s self and life. Though originating among Catholic monks and early Christians, Lectio is also adaptable for people of any faith in reading one s scriptures whether that be the Christian Bible, Bhagavad-Gita, the Torah, or the Koran. Participants will learn the origins and history, the benefits and the practice of lectio divina through presentations and practice individually and as a group using scripture, other sacred writings and one s own life experiences. $40 per day; $80 for both / lunch included Marie Baker, OSB is a spiritual director, musician, workshop presenter, and a gardener. Mary Coswin, OSB is experienced in guiding retreats and offering spiritual direction. Both are members of St. Benedict's Monastery and have worked with a variety of faith communities. Cantate! (pronounced kahn-`ta-tay) Fundraiser for HeartSong and Retreat for the Unemployed Join us for an evening of music, song and friendship at St.Benedict s Chapel Friday, May 6, :30 pm Reception following Tickets will be available for $30 ($20 tax receipt) at St.Benedict s, Ave Maria Gift Shop, McNally Robinson Booksellers and Hull s. See you there!

8 WEEKEND & LONGER PROGRAMS Call to Personal and Global Transformation Sat. Sept.18, 9 am-5 pm and Sun. Sept 19, 9am noon In the midst of our violent and hurting world, we will explore how God as Lover and Healer ever invites us to entertain new possibilities and to believe in our potential to make a difference. Through Scripture and contemporary stories we will be challenged to believe in our call to become mystics, saints and prophets. Edwina will make you laugh, cry and celebrate as we recognize more deeply the presence and power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Private Room $225, Shared $215 (Residents please arrive by 8:30am on Saturday), Commuter $170 Edwina Gateley is an author of 13 books, a poet, speaker, advocate and mom. She has received numerous awards for her work. She currently writes, gives retreats internationally and lives in Pennsylvania. Intensive Journal Workshops in Progoff Intensive Journal Part 1: Life Context Fri. Sept. 24, 7:30 pm; Sat.9 am-4:30pm and Sun. 9 am-2:30 pm A group experience with the protection of privacy, the Progoff Intensive Journal Program uses specific journal writing techniques to promote self-discovery and personal growth. Receive your Intensive Journal workbook and be led through a series of exercises to reconstruct major phases of your life. Enhance your understanding of relationships, while resolving conflicts and clarifying priorities. Workshop authorized by Dialogue House, NY. Register by Sept. 18th. Private Room $255, Shared $235, Commuter $155 *For credit from U. of Winnipeg Faculty of Theology register with e.benson@uwinnipeg.ca. You must take parts 1, 2 & 3 to receive credit. Room and board costs are paid to St. Benedict s. Virginia Evard, OSB is an authorized consultant for Intensive Journal Workshops and Prioress of St. Benedict's Monastery.

9 Long Weekend Progoff Intensive Journal Part 1: Life Context Fri. Feb. 11, 3:30-9:30 pm; Sat. Feb. 12, 9 am - 5 pm A group experience with the protection of privacy, the Progoff Intensive Journal Program uses specific journal writing techniques to promote self-discovery and personal growth. Receive your Intensive Journal workbook and be led through a series of exercises to reconstruct major phases of your life. Enhance your understanding of relationships, while resolving conflicts and clarifying priorities. Private Room $210, Shared $200, Commuter $155 Progoff Intensive Journal Part 2: Depth Contact Sun. Feb.13, 10 am- 5:30 pm; Mon. Feb. 14, 9 am- 5 pm The Depth Contact workshop complements your earlier journal work. This will put you in touch with the movement of your life, including your dreams and other images that stimulate your creative process by drawing messages from your inner symbolic experience. Clarify your values and beliefs and develop connections with larger aspects of life. Prerequisite: Part 1. Please register by Jan. 30th. Private Room $205, Shared $195, Commuter $155 Residents taking both workshops: add $45 for extra overnight and meals. Progoff Intensive Journal Part 3 Fri. Apr. 29, 7:30 pm; Sat. 9-4:30; Sun. May 1,9-2:30 pm This Life Integration workshop develops your ability to use the Intensive Journal sections on your own using integrative techniques to build insight. The workshop is an ideal way to work with your unfolding life process, especially during times of transition. Prerequisite Part 1 & 2 Please register by Apr.22 Private Room $255, Shared $235, Commuter $155 Introduction to the Enneagram Sat. Oct. 2, 7:30 pm Sun. Oct.3 (5:30 pm) The enneagram, a dynamic symbol of transformation, can be used to provide direction in our experience of being human. Participants will be introduced to the symbol and helped to discern their place on it. Register by Sept.25. Private $145, Shared $135, Commuter $100 David Walsh is a seasoned teacher of the Enneagram for over 30 years; he is a co-author, spiritual director and Co- Director of Shekinah, a formation program for new spiritual directors.

10 Portraits of Jesus: A Retreat with Scripture and Art Fri. Oct.15, 7:30pm Sun. Oct.17, 1:00pm No Sat eve. "Who do you say that I am?" This question, which continues to challenge believers and non-believers alike, will be addressed by examining over 80 works of art that express a variety of faith responses down the centuries. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own struggles to answer this important question posed by Jesus. Private room $190, Shared $170, Commuter $85 Sister Teresita Kambeitz, OSU, teaches theology at St. Thomas More College in Saskatoon and Newman Theological College (Saskatoon campus). Combining scripture, contemporary experience, fine arts and humour, she gives numerous retreats and workshops in Canada, the Caribbean, Latvia and South Africa. Midlife and Discernment Retreat: Regrouping at ½ time Fri, Nov. 5, 7:30pm Sun. Nov.7, 1:00pm Midlife invites us to enter the mystery and richness of contraction ( I m too tired ) and expansion ( It s now or never ). We will explore the potential of midlife, as well the possibility reconciliation with the past and naming our longings for the future. Times of quiet reflection will be provided. Private Rm $130, Shared $120, Commuter $75 Monique Raimbault is a Marriage and Family Therapist working with individuals, couples and families for over fifteen years and a new Spiritual Director. Re-Visioning Workshop: Evolving Toward Simplicity & Sustainability Fri. Dec. 3, 7:30 pm - Sun. Dec. 5, 1:00 pm No Sat. eve Our society faces major challenges in the years ahead. We sense that our way of life must change. Is there a positive way forward and will the way forward be more difficult for our children? How can we mobilize creativity-in-community to fashion lives of simplicity and sustainability for the future? How might we reach deep into the co-creative power we share with Spirit to serve life and love? Meals, snacks and accommodations only: Private Rm $160, Shared $140, Commuter $65 A donation of $40 per person for the facilitator is suggested. Mark Burch is a counselor, author and facilitator of workshops. Mark invites free will donations for the teaching and facilitation he offers. Those living on slender means need not forego the workshop on that account and those who enjoy more abundance may recognize an opportunity to practice generosity.

11 Retreat for the Unemployed FREE of charge Fri. Jan. 14, 7:30pm Sun. Jan. 16, 1:00pm 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. Virginia Evard, OSB, Marie-Anne Propp and Christine Strutt Wellness Days for Women Mon. Jan 24, 3:00 pm - Wed. 26, 3:00 pm A sabbath time for women, moms, ministers, managers, who are often too busy to stop. This is time to rest, reflect, be restored in spirit in the company of other women. Reiki and massage therapy will be available at an additional fee. Treat yourself and/or someone you know. Private Room $220; Shared$200 Mary Coswin, OSB Great Christmas Gift! The Dreams, Visions and Psychology of C. G. Jung Lecture: Fri. Feb.25, 7:30-9:30 pm; $15 Workshop: Sat. Feb.26, 9:30 am- 4:00 pm $50 The Red Book, written between 1914 to 1930 in the style of an illuminated manuscript, is considered to be the single most important document in the writings of C. G. Jung. It was not accessible until its long -awaited publication and exhibition at the Rubin Museum of Art in New York last year. The Friday evening lecture begins with a brief introduction to Jung s psychology with a focus on dreams and then highlights Jung s own discussion in The Red Book of his dreams and visions during his descent into the unconscious and their impact on his life and work. The Red Book will be on display. The Saturday workshop guides participants through the exploration of their own dreams using the Jungian methods of personal associations, symbolic amplification, and active imagination. $50 / includes lunch and snacks; (Come early and dream: $37 for bed and breakfast Fri-Sat. if desired) Dr. Marianne Johnson is a clinical psychologist in private practice with training at the C. G. Jung Institute in Switzerland. She is looking forward to sharing the evocative writings and images of The Red Book and using these to deepen our understanding of our dreams.

12 Healing Trauma: The Gift of Prayer and Spiritual Direction Mar.18, 7 pm Mar.20, 1 pm no Sat eve session Psychological and physical trauma as well as various forms of abuse affect our ability to be our authentic self. Prayer and spiritual direction can be powerful ways to help heal and experience being fully alive, as God wants. Topics will include: Meaning of trauma, various forms of trauma Trauma s affect on body, mind and spirit Healing of toxic shame Inner and outer resources for healing Prayer for healing of memories How the experience of God s love fosters healing Ways of being a healing presence for others Private Room $200, Shared $180, Commuter $95 Maureen Conroy, RSM, D.Min. is Co- Director of Upper Room Spiritual Centre in Neptune, New Jersey. Her ministries include spiritual direction, supervision, giving retreats and offering workshops. HeartSong: Retreat for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS and for their caregivers Tuesday, May 24, 4:00 pm - Thursday, May 26, 6:00 pm This retreat is co-sponsored by St. Benedict's, the St. Boniface Hospital Spiritual Care Dept., the Health Sciences I.D.Dept and is subsidized by St. Benedict's Foundation, Inc. There is NO Charge* to participants! HeartSong is in its 19th season! It has been offered free of charge for each of those years. 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 HeartSong Team 2010 Care of the sick must rank above and before all else so that they may truly be served as Christ. Rule of Benedict 36

13 St. Benedict s Year at a Glance SEPTEMBER 9 Centering Prayer Support Group begins 15 Contemplative Living 17 40th Anniversary Event-Jubilee Place Edwina: Personal & Global Transformation Shekinah: Formation for Spiritual Direction 25 Centering Prayer Introduction Progoff Intensive Journal Part 1 25 Centering Prayer Introduction 27 FREE! Spiritual Direction Information Evening OCTOBER 2 Centering Prayer Follow up (Nov.6, Dec.4) 3 Taizé Prayer 2-3 Enneagram Introduction 8 40th Anniversary Thanksgiving Prayer 9 Mornings in Monastic Spirituality 13 Contemplative Living Portraits of Jesus: Teresita Kambeitz Shekinah Seminar / Nov.15-16, Dec Deepening Your Centering Prayer Practice 21 & 28 Conversations NOVEMBER 4 Conversations 6-7 Mid-Life and Discernment 7 Taize Prayer 10 Contemplative Living 13 Mornings in Monastic Spirituality 13 Deepening Your Centering Prayer Practice 14 Walking the Motherpath Something: Letting Be 21 The Gospel through a Jewish Lens DECEMBER 3-5 Simplicity Workshop 5 Taizé Prayer; 8 Contemplative Living hour Winter Stillness 11 Mornings in Monastic Spirituality 11 Deepening Your Centering Prayer Practice 31 Year-End Retreat Day JANUARY Taize Prayer

14 7-9 Shekinah Weekend 8 Mornings in Monastic Spirituality 12 Contemplative Living Retreat for the Unemployed 15 Grief - The Price We Pay for Love 22 Centering Prayer Introduction Wellness Days for Women FEBRUARY 5-6 Taize Retreat and Prayer 9 Contemplative Living 12 Mornings in Monastic Spirituality 12 Prayer, Posture and Play Progoff Intensive Journal Part Progoff Intensive Journal Part Shekinah Seminar Dream Workshop: Dr. Marianne Johnson MARCH 6 Taize Prayer 5 & 12 Lectio 9 Contemplative Living Healing Trauma Workshop: Maureen Conroy 19 Contemplative Outreach:United in Prayer Shekinah Seminar Something: Letting Go APRIL hour Spring Renewal Retreat 3 Taize Prayer 9 40-Something: Letting Grow 13 Contemplative Living Sabbath Retreat for Young Adults Shekinah Seminar Apr.29-May 1Progoff Intensive Journal Part 3 MAY 6 Cantate 8 Taizé Prayer HeartSong Retreat JULY Retreats 3-10 Silent Directed Retreat 3-10 Intensive, Advanced, Post- Intensive Centering Prayer Retreats Sabbath Time for Adults Watch for more Gift Certificate Surprise a friend with time away for a retreat, a reiki treatment or special program!

15 CONTEMPLATIVE RETREATS 40-hour Winter Stillness Dec. 10, 7pm Dec.12, 3 pm. A 40-hour silent retreat to stop, rest and be still in this time before Christmas. Daily meetings with a spiritual director are provided. Private room $175 Marie Baker, OSB; Kalyn Falk, MA is a wife, mom and spiritual director, trained in the Prairie Jubilee Program. Taizé Retreat Sat. Feb. 5. 9:30 am Sun. Feb.6, 8:00 pm A silent retreat modeled on the prayer of the Taizé community. Participants will pray morning, noon and evening prayer using scripture and Taizé chants, presentations on scripture followed by conversation. Private Room $135, Shared $125 Marie Baker, OSB 40-Hour Spring Renewal Fri., Apr. 1, 7 pm Sun., Apr. 3, 3 pm Another silent retreat to rest yourself and be still in the presence of the Creator and the awakening creation. Discover, through times of prayer and leisure and daily meetings with a director, your own new beginnings. Private room $175 Directors: Marie Baker, OSB; Mary Coswin, OSB Sabbath 2011: Retreat for Young Adults Thurs., Apr. 14, 5:00 pm - Sun. Apr.17, 6:00 pm Looking for a break from the noisy demands of life and ministry? 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 adults (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. Leave with new spiritual exercises that you can use long after you've returned home. Register by April 1. Private Room $75 * *Sabbath is subsidized by donations to St.Benedict s Foundation, Inc. Michael Hryniuk, PhD is a theologian, writer, teacher and spiritual director with extensive experience in Young Adult Ministry. Michael resides in Richmond Hill, Ontario;

16 Day and Evening Programs Centering Prayer Programs: Introduction Sat. Sept. 25, 9:30 4:00 pm & Jan. 22, 9:30 4:00 pm Do you feel pulled in all directions? Do you want more from your prayer-life? More intimacy with God? Centering prayer may be for you. It is a simple method of Christ-centered silent prayer, a renewal of an ancient Christian contemplative practice, updated for our time. Centering Prayer can lead to a healing and closer union with God. $45 / includes lunch and refreshments Follow up to the Introduction Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, 1:00-4:00 pm These follow up days consist of periods of centering prayer and the teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating on video. $90 for all three ((includes lunch and refreshments) Catherine Labinowich, OSB conducts both of the above. Centering Prayer Support Circle Thurs., 7:15-8:45 pm beginning Sept. 9th through June Weekly gathering of those who wish to share in centering prayer and lectio divina. No cost. Introduction recommended. Deepening Your Centering Prayer Practice Saturdays, 1:30-4:30pm For persons who practice centering prayer this series will feature Fr. Keating on DVD, discussion and centering prayer. Oct. 23 The Divine Banquet and Dance Nov. 13 Prayer in Secret Dec. 11 Divine Therapy Jan. 15 The Most Excellent Path $25 per session/ $90 for series Catherine Labinowich, OSB is a seasoned spiritual director and a commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer. Walking the Motherpath Sun. Nov. 14, 10:00am-3:30 pm An experiential exploration of 7 Biblical prophetesses, using Carol Rose's MotherPath cards, movement, midrash & drawing help guide us on a journey to greater personal insight & understanding. $60 / includes lunch Carol Rose is a writer, poet, educator and counselor. She holds an MA in Theology, and degrees in Religious Studies & Education. She has taught Imagery classes at the University of Winnipeg and uses imagery in her counseling practice. Carol is a wife and the mother of five children.

17 Year-End Retreat: LETTING GO.HOLDING ON.. FLYING FREE Friday, Dec 31, 10 am - 5 pm Together we will spend the day, reflecting and sharing on the journey in life that enables us live into the fullness of change. Enjoy creative presentations, reflection, sharing, prayer and exercise. $50 / includes lunch Karen Toole is Provincial Director of Spiritual Care and Mental Health and a well known workshop facilitator. The New Testament through Jewish Eyes Sun., Nov.21, 10:00am-3:30pm Rabbi Rose will share his understanding of the Christian Scriptures. He will reflect on the life, death and teachings of Yeshua (Jesus). Special attention will he paid to the Our Father Prayer. $60 / includes lunch Rabbi Neal Rose, Ph.D. is an ordained Rabbi and Family Therapist. He has taught at both the U of M and U of W. and has been involved with interreligious dialogue for many years. Grief - The Price We Pay For Love Sat. Jan. 15, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm The day will provide an opportunity for you to explore the dimensions of grief, to enter more fully into your experience of grief, to share with others your stories (or not) and hopefully to leave strengthened and renewed with hope. $45 / includes lunch Joan Mormul, OSB is a liturgist, a musician and dynamic presenter of workshops in Winnipeg and Calgary. Posture, Prayer and Play Sat. Feb. 12, 10:00am -4:00pm Embodied prayer exercises and creative movement affirm the body s ability to express itself authentically, and allows our bodies to lead us in to deeper spiritual practice. Sessions focus on breath, stretching, contemplative movement and movement-based exercises inspired by Christian Scripture. $50 / includes lunch Kalyn Falk, MA, is Founder of the Christian Dance studio known now as Masterworks Studio and currently a member of the drumming performance group, Insisto. Kalyn believes in the power of play, creativity and reflective engagement in the process of transformation. Contemplative Outreach s United in Prayer Day Sat., Mar. 19, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Celebrate the worldwide network of Contemplative Outreach united in a single bond of Centering Prayer around the globe. The day will include a new video by Father Thomas Keating, periods of Centering Prayer and sharing. $15 Bring bag lunch. Drinks/snacks provided.

18 Summer WEEK-LONG SILENT RETREATS Directed Retreat July 3, 7:30 pm - July 10,1:00 pm A mainly silent time with daily spiritual direction, rest, relaxation and artistic expression. Optional participation in Liturgy of the Hours with monastic community. A time of Sabbath rest for women and men who want to be recreated in spirit. Please register by June 15th. Private Rooms $525. Directors: Marie Baker, OSB; Rachel Twigg-Boyce Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat July 3, 4:00 pm - July 10, 4:00 pm Deepen your understanding of the spiritual and psychological foundations for Centering Prayer in an atmosphere of community and silence. Each day will include 3 hours of Centering Prayer, Fr. Keating's video conferences, worship, lectio divina and quiet time. Pre-requisite: Introductory workshop (with follow-up series or weekend) and at least six months of faithful practice of Centering Prayer. Please register by June 15th. Advanced Centering Prayer Retreat Thurs, July 3, 4:00 pm - Thurs, July 10, 4:00pm This retreat is for those who have made the Intensive Retreat and are faithful to the practice. This retreat includes multiple periods of Centering Prayer, the remainder of videos on the Spiritual Journey, silence and solitude. Register by June 15th. Post-Intensive Centering Prayer Retreat Thurs., July 3, 4:00 pm - Thurs., July 10, 4:00 pm This is an in-depth retreat for those who have experienced the Intensive Retreat. It is an entering into the profound levels of spiritual practice in an atmosphere of silence and solitude and community. There will be three and one half hours of Centering Prayer and contemplative walks per day, Eucharist, lectio, opportunity for private interviews with Centering Prayer staff and personal time. Please register by June 15th. Catherine Labinowich,OSB will facilitate all the Centering Prayer Retreats. For each Centering Prayer retreat: Private Room, residents only, $560 Silence is God s first language. Fr. Thomas Keating, OCSO

19 YEAR ROUND! Take a Sabbatical A time to be, to rest, to enjoy the beauty of nature and the re-creation of your spirit. With the help of a sabbatical director, create your sabbath time from the courses and retreats at the Centre or simply design your own program. Write, call or Sabbatical Coordinator, Sr. Marie at mbakerosb@hotmail.com or $1,500/month: room, board, weekly spiritual direction and all programs available at the Centre Or $1,200/month room and board, weekly spiritual direction and choice of programs at commuter rates. Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46 Personal Retreats A retreat? Sabbath time time to nurture yourself and your relationship with God. St. Benedict's has five private rooms with ensuite. These rooms are available on a first-come-first serve basis. Enjoy the library, music listening room, sitting room, Chapel and art room. Enjoy the scenic riverside property, walking paths and seasonal labyrinth. A silent retreat is not about not speaking but about listening... deeply... to your heart, your God and creation. Call Ask for prices. Reserve your room. Stay a day, a weekend or any time. Got time to give? We could use your help to: deliver brochures, drive sisters to appointments, answer phones, make beds, do periodic cleaning at the Centre. cut grass, computer care, small repairs and more. Let us know if you can spare some time. Call S. Marie Baker at

20 St Benedict s is an area resource center for Contemplative Outreach Canada. Trained presenters are available to offer Centering Prayer Introductory workshops for your group either at St. Benedict s or at your location. If you would like to learn more about this traditional Christian prayer or plan for a workshop, contact Sr. Catherine at Oblates of St. Benedict are women and men who desire to live the spirit of the monastic rule of St. Benedict and who associate themselves with a Benedictine community for support. If you are interested in learning more, contact Sr. Mary Rose Hammerling at or by at hammerlingosb@hotmail.com Reiki, a gentle hands-on therapy for relaxing, balancing and bringing peacefulness to body and spirit. By appointment $50. For more information call Sr. Mary Coswin, OSB at Spiritual Direction is a ministry to persons of any age and every denomination who want a guide on the spiritual journey. Spiritual direction is a relationship whose prime focus is the nurturing of personal communion with Divine Mystery. St. Benedict's provides experienced directors Call Pictured here are Benedictine Sisters Marie Baker, Catherine Labinowich, Mary Rose Hammerling and Irene Burzynski Looking for a place to hold your event? St.Benedict s Conference Coordinator, Kimberly Mallow, can help you. We have conference rooms with a capacity of up to 80, food service, equipment, overnight accommodations, beautiful grounds and excellent hospitality. We serve churches, schools, colleges, government and social service groups. Let us take care of your needs. Kimberly, Conference Coordinator

21 Important Registration Information Cancellations/Refunds If we cancel a program, you will be fully refunded your fees. If you cancel prior to the retreat/program we will refund your fee less the deposit. After the commencement of the program we regret that we are unable to refund any portion of the fee. Income Tax Receipts Contributions of $10 and more (for tuition only) are eligible for income tax receipts. These will be issued only upon requests made prior to Dec. 31 of the current fiscal year. Financial Assistance St. Benedict s seeks to bring enriching programs to as many persons as possible. In justice, fees are established so as to reimburse presenters for their services and to cover our costs. Some subsidies are available upon request and approval. Registration: Register online at then send deposit of $35. Your deposit and registration guarantee you a place in the program of your choice. Or Send to: St. Benedict s Retreat and Conference Centre 225 Masters Avenue Winnipeg, MB R4A 2A1 All registrations must be accompanied by a non-refundable deposit (or full fee). Enrolment is not guaranteed until deposit or full payment is received. Your cancelled check is your confirmation. Office Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 4:00 pm All registrations and arrangements are made only within these hours. Remember you can also contact us by at stbenscentre@mts.net.

22 Discerning your vocation? We invite you to explore monastic life with the Sisters of St. Benedict in Winnipeg! Benedictine sisters live a monastic life centered on the gospel and the person of Jesus Christ; Personal and communal prayer, lectio divina, Celebration of Eucharist, Stability in community, Common ownership, A listening Heart, Service to God s people, Hospitality and Reverence for all creation If you are interested in exploring this way of life as a vocation, join us for a live-in weekend Dec or arrange for a visit at a convenient time for you. Call Sr. Mary Coswin at and visit our website at

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