† Desert Day

is a offered as a day of quiet, gentle reflection and rest to re-connect with God and self in the peacefulness of the pines.

† Desert Day

opens with morning prayer focusing on a simple theme for your day of reflection.

† Desert Day

begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes with prayer at 3:00 p.m. Your day includes the use of the Retreat Center, 63 acres of trails and reflection sites within our Holy Ground, and a refreshing lunch when our bell rings the Angelus at noon.

Cost: $20.00

*For an additional $25 you may extend your retreat to overnight and breakfast

Desert Days

2009

“I will lead you into the desert and speak to your heart.”

-Hosea 2: 16

Thursday, February 19

“ A Time to Remember”

Marianne Longo, RSM

Wednesday, March 18

“The End of Winter ~

the Breath of Spring”

Wanda Smith, RSM

Tuesday, April 14

“Waking up to New Life”

Marianne Longo, RSM

Wednesday, May 13

“The World Ablaze with

the Splendor of God”

Wanda Smith, RSM

Friday, June 12

“Summer Awaits”

Breta Gorman, RSM

Monday, August 10

“Relaxing With God”

Wanda Smith, RSM

Tuesday, September 15

“The Harvest of Plenty”

Wanda Smith, RSM

Wednesday, October 14

“The Gathering of Autumn”

Breta Gorman, RSM

Thursday, November 12

“The Gift of Gratitude”

Marianne Longo, RSM

Tuesday, December 8

“Waiting in Joyful Hope

Wanda Smith, RSM

Friday, December 4-5

“Advent Overnight Retreat” $35