Spiritual Retreats
The mission of the Spiritual Life Center at Maryvale Convent is to provide opportunities for spiritual growth and deepening of one’s relationship with God, self, and others.
DIRECTED RETREAT
A directed retreat is a silent retreat which focuses on the personal prayer of an individual and the unique experience of God in the life of the person. Each day the retreat participant meets with the retreat director to reflect on one’s prayer and to receive material for further prayer.
PRIVATE RETREAT
This retreat allows a person time alone in a peaceful and prayerful atmosphere.
IGNATIAN RETREAT
The Ignatian Retreat is steeped in the Gospels and is based in the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This is a silent retreat where one is able to meet Jesus in the experiences of Jesus’ own life. Conferences and individual direction are part of the retreat.
WOMEN’S RETREAT
During this retreat, we will prayerfully reflect on God’s love for us and the nature of love as presented to us in the Scriptures, the lives of saints and one’s own personal life.
THREE HOUR RETREAT
Participate with others in these retreats which are designed to assist a person who desires spiritual growth. The format for these retreats allows for small group gatherings which enable participants to converse on their prayer experiences and encounters with God.
Dreams & Spiritual Growth
Dreams & Spiritual Growth
Throughout history, dreams have been closely tied to spirituality. Approach your dreams from a spiritual perspective and your dreams will open up a fruitful spiritual meaning. Register for either retreat by April 26, 2022.
Retreat dates:
May 6, 2022; 7:00 – 9:00 pm
May 7, 2022; 10:00 am – 12:00 noon
Suggested donation per retreat is $35
Ignatian Retreats
The Ignatian Retreat is steeped in the Gospels and is based on the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This is a silent retreat where one is able to meet Jesus in the experiences of Jesus’ own life. Conferences and individual direction are part of the retreat.
Upcoming retreats:
November 12-14, 2021; Register by Nov 2
May 13-15, 2021; Register by May 3
Suggested donation: $95, includes meals
Women’s Retreat
The theme of this year’s Women’s Retreat is “Into His Likeness”
This retreat will emphasize the importance of every Christian developing a desire to be a true follower of Christ. The retreat dwells on what a true encounter of love with Christ entails and explores the transforming power of His grace. We will dwell on the “works” of a follower: prayer, sacraments, community and evangelization.
Retreat dates:
March 25-27, 2022; Register by March 15
July 22-24, 2022; Register by July 12
Suggested donation for the weekend: $95, includes meals
Blessings of Aging
Through a DVD presentation Joan Chittister, OSB, gives nine characteristics of aging and how each may be seen as gifts in our lives. In addition to the viewed format, attendees will engage in discussions.
Upcoming retreat series:
– Register for series by May 8, 2022
Week One – Introduction, Regret, and Meaning
May 28, 2022 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Week Two – Time, Joy and Transformation
June 4, 2022 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Week Three – Spirituality, Legacy, and Closing
June 11, 2022 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Suggested donation per session: $35 or $90 for all
Three Hour Retreats
Participate with others in these 3 hour retreats which are designed to assist a person who desires spiritual growth. The format for these retreats allows for small group gatherings which enable participants to converse on their prayer experiences and encounters with God. A journal booklet is provided to retreatants.
Upcoming three-hour retreat:
“Embracing Change as a Time of Grace”
April 2, 2021 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
– Register by March 23
“Listening With the Ear of Your Heart”
April 16, 2021 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
– Register by April 6
Suggested donation per retreat: $35
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