Tuesday, July 22 – Friday, July 25, 2014 Led by the Monastic Community *short written assignment before the retreat begins *limited registration Some time with a director and a good deal of time with silence this Lent. This is a retreat in which prayer and silence will be practiced as an invitation for deeper …
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Tuesday, July 8 – Friday, July 11, 2014 A completely silent time with the monks as we observe our Summer “Contemplative Days.” During this period we are in complete silence, no programs or spiritual direction are offered and there is a reduced worship schedule (Matins, Eucharist and Vespers). This will be limited to 15 …
View course details “Summer Contemplative Days: Praying along-side the Monastic Community”
Friday, July 4 – Sunday, July 6, 2014 Led by Brother Robert Sevensky A gentle summer weekend for Associates of Holy Cross. Associate Probationers and those interested in exploring the Associates program. We will reflect on the beauty of summer and its call to leisure, slower living and quiet, fruitful growth through prayer, poetry, …
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Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15, 2014 Led by Bill Connington The Alexander Technique Retreat features three days of intensive yet relaxing study with Bill Connington, a renowned, certified Alexander teacher with more than 20 years experience. The Alexander Technique is a 100-year-old method aimed at improving the way the body is used. …
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Tuesday, May 27 – Friday, May 30, 2014 Led by Br. James Rostron Join Br. James for several hikes along the Hudson River and in the Catskill Mountains. We will approach these outings as pilgrimage, with discussion and prayer to frame each hike. Please bring appropriate clothing, footwear, and other gear (water bottles, sunglasses, …
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Friday, May 23 – Sunday, May 25, 2014 Led by Beverly Donofrio Discover the consciousness-expanding potential of memoir in a weekend-long writing workshop designed to take you deeper into your hearts, your souls and your pasts –to discover and depict the transformative movement of spirit in your lives. Instructor Beverly Donofrio creates a supportive …
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Tuesday, May 20 – Friday, May 23, 2014 A completely silent time with the monks as we observe our Easter-tide “Contemplative Days.” During this period we are in complete silence, no programs or spiritual direction are offered and there is a reduced worship schedule (Matins, Eucharist and Vespers). This will be limited to …
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Tuesday, May 13 – Friday, May 16, 2014 Led by: Sr. Elizabeth Broyles, CMA and Sr. Shane Phelan, CMA We celebrate Christ’s resurrection as the keystone of Christian faith, but what does it really mean for us? How do we encounter resurrection, and let ourselves be transformed? What might we do to join …
View course details “Standing at the Tomb: An Easter Season Retreat for Women”
Tuesday – Friday, May 13 – 16, 2014 Led by Mr. Paul Kimmerling Is it possible to see the world anew, with wonder and curiosity? To re-present our surroundings as we find them, without judgment…indeed, with love? Join us as we take an “inside-out” approach to seeing the world and taking photographs. In …
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Tuesday – Friday, May 13 – 16, 2014 Led by the Monastic Community A program for single men, aged 20 to 48, interested in exploring Benedictine monastic life as a possible vocation. Discover what this ancient yet modern way of life can offer you today. Cost: Free-will Offering