ADVENT

Boldly Whining, Humbly Dining

The people are crying out their hunger.  God is becoming bread.  Reflections on how God comes as Savior.  How might this look to a world in the midst of chaos? Bring a Bible and journal. Presenter:  Mary Kay Henry, OSB

It's Beginning to Look
A Lot Like Chaos  

Amidst cards and ribbons, trees and tinsel, we can lose touch with what is seeking to be born in our world, in ourselves.  With simple ritual, sharing and reflection we'll see if we can't clear a space for chaos to become Christmas again.  Presenter:  Kathy McFaul

Come to Bethlehem

This retreat is a look at those who "come to see" and how they can help us see the      Christ.  Presenter:  Meg Sass, OSB

Of Presents and Presence:  Learning to Celebrate Christmas Again and Again

Why must Christmas come every year?  Explore ways to make Christmas practical, possible, non-frantic and real.  Presenter:  Meg Sass, OSB

Practicing For Christmas

The Gospel stories of Advent show us how to prepare for the coming of Christ by practicing our faith.  In the Christmas stories we learn the practices of silence and listening, waiting with expectation and showing hospitality to the stranger.  Presenter:  Teresa Jackson, OSB

Preparing the Way

Prepare a place of awe within by reflecting on the Old Testament prophecies and their fulfillment in Jesus.  Presenter:  Kathy McFaul

What's To Be A-Bornin'?  The Message of Advent

Reflect on the mystery of the Incarnation of Jesus through the use of the Sunday Advent Scriptures.  Presenter:  Judith Brower, OSB

How Do Mini-Retreats Work?

These Advent mini-retreats are designed to be two hours, but all of them are available in a day-long version.  

Cost:  The suggested donation is $75 for a two-hour reflection time, plus transportation, but is always negotiable.