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(cancelled) The Art of Being Present
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/02/12
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
The Benedictine charge to reverence all people as Christ demands much of the way one relates to others, whether professionally or more informally. In this session, Mary Martin draws on her experience as a chaplain and spiritual director to explore the way of being whole-heartedly with another person. Participants will examine and prepare for the challenges and the grace of God in an everyday exchange.
Presenter: Mary Martin
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $25.00
Caring for You - Compassion - Caring for Me
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
02/04/12
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9:00AM
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5:00PM
Description:
Caregivers - of children, aging parents, neighbors, friends - can become overwhelmed trying to balance marriage, family and care giving demands, sometimes resulting in the denial and then neglect of their own well-being.
Refresh both body and spirit and learn ways of taking care of your true self.
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen
Location:
Our Lady of Mercy, Aurora, IL
Contact: Jolene LeRoy, jolenel@olmercy.com
When Our Hearts Are Wintry: How Do We Practice When We Don’t Feel Like Prac
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/09/12
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
Whether one’s primary spiritual practice is lectio divina, centering prayer, writing, or another form of meditation, there will be times when the heart is wintry. This session explores wisdom from the Christian tradition about renewing and maintaining one’s openness to the movements of God.
Presenter: Lisa Cressman
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $25.00
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Hermitage Experience
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/10/12
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7:00PM
through 02/12/12 at
1:00PM
Description:
After a common orientation, participants
spend the weekend in silence as they read, pray, meditate, and rest in the hospitality of the monastery. Limit 10 participants.
Presenter: S. Virginia Matter OSB
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $150.00
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Hope: Staying Calm When Chaos Reigns
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
02/11/12
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8:30AM
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5:00PM
Description:
Learn a process for dealing with chaos/crisis.
Explore healthy ways and resources to deal with fear.
Experience the grace of courage and hope.
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen
Location:
St. Stephen, Winter Springs, FL
Contact: Jackie Valbuena, hat_jackie@hotmail.com
Dementia Support Group
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/14/12
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
To love and support someone with dementia results in a long period of grief. The grief comes from lost relationship,shattered dreams,loss of freedom and exhaustion.
Those who love and care for someone with dementia need a time to be with others on the journey. Under the leadership of chaplain and spiritual director Steve Arnold, the Dementia Support Group will allow time for care givers to share their story, their feelings, their frustrations, and their joys. The time together will be a form of
Presenter: Steve Arnold
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
iLLUMINARE Ministry Renewal Day
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/17/12
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9:30AM
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3:00PM
Description:
iLLUMINARE Ministry Renewal Days are ecumenical days of reflection for full-time and volunteer ministers (lay and ordained) that draw on Scripture and the wisdom of the Christian tradition to reflect on as they illuminate the practice of ministry. The days include theological reflection, lectio divina, time for personal prayer and reflection, brief presentations, and conversation with other ministers. Guests
Presenter: Jackie Witter
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $30.00
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Taizé prayer
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/17/12
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7:00PM
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8:00PM
Description:
Taizé prayer uses simple chants based on the Scriptures and periods of silence to create an environment for encountering the mystery of God. Walk-ins welcome.
Presenter: Benedictine Community
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: No Cost
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Workshop II: Facilitator Training
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
02/18/12
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8:30AM
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4:00PM
Description:
This six-hour workshop gives participants an actual experience of an adult learning model, provides facilitating skills, an understanding of “active” listening, discernment, the theology of Ministry of Mothers Sharing, as well as the practical application of Called & Gifted for the Third Millennium in the ministry. A participant’s workbook is used to help each participant participate fully and have a handy reference.
Presenter: Mary Boespflug
Location:
St. Marks, 9905 Foothills Canyon Blvd, Highland Ranch, CO 80129
Contact: Mary Boespflug, 877.281.6298, maryb@stpaulsmonastery.org
Shape of the Divine: Working with Clay as Spiritual Practice
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/20/12
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6:30PM
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8:30PM
Mondays, 6:30-8:30p, Feb. 20 thru Mar. 26
Description:
Under the direction of an experienced potter and gentle teacher, learn how making hand-built vessels can be a process of meditation. Cost includes materials.
Presenter: S. Virginia Matter OSB
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $150.00
Note: Cost includes materials
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Benedict On Prayer (Whole Series)
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/21/12
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7:00PM
through 03/27/12 at
8:30PM
Tuesdays, 7-8:30p,Feb. 21 thru Mar. 27
Description:
Tuesdays, 7-8:30p, Feb. 21 thru Mar. 27
$75 for series; $20 for single evenings
For Benedict and throughout centuries, prayer has been the core of monastic life and community. In this series of six evenings, the staff of the Benedictine Center guides participants through an experience of Benedict’s key insights on prayer and discipleship. Each evening ends with Compline with the monastic community. Attend all or one. Those new and experienced with Benedictine prayer welcome.
Presenter: BC Staff
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $75.00
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Benedict on Prayer Series: Come and Pray As Soon As The Bell Tolls
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/21/12
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7:00PM
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8:30PM
Tuesdays, 7-8:30p, Feb. 21 thru Mar. 27
Description:
For Benedict and throughout centuries, prayer has been the core of monastic life and community. In this series of six evenings, the staff of the Benedictine Center guides participants through an experience of Benedict’s key insights on prayer and discipleship. Each evening ends with Compline with the monastic community. Attend all or one. Those new and experienced with Benedictine prayer welcome.
Feb. 21 Come and Pray As the Bell Tolls: Explore God’s Call and the Human Response (S. Virginia Mat
Presenter: Sam Rahberg and S. Virginia Matter OSB
Location:
Benecictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $75.00
Note: $75 for series; $20 for single evenings
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Christ-Centered Friendships
Sponsored by: Ministry of Mothers Sharing
02/25/12
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8:00AM
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2:00PM
Description:
Take time for reflection on Mary and Elizabeth as a model of Christian friendship (Luke 1:39-56).
Experience songs and prayer rituals expressing the sacredness of true woman-to-woman friendship.
Strengthen your relationship with Christ and all who have loved you.
Presenter: Sr. Paula Hagen
Location:
St. Wenceslaus, 215 E. Main St., New Prague, MN 56071
Contact: Mary Higgins, Mary.Higgins@SAINTWENCESLAUS.ORG
Men’s Contemplative Spirituality Group
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/27/12
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7:00PM
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9:00PM
Description:
This time of prayer and conversation is for men seeking to integrate contemplative spirituality into their active lives. The evening includes time with Scripture and silent prayer, as well as dialogue about men’s spirituality and personal experience. No experience with contemplative prayer is necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Presenter: David Sagula
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Note: Freewill Offering
Walk-ins welcome.
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Benedict on Prayer Series: The Work of God
Sponsored by: Benedictine Center
02/28/12
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7:00PM
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8:30PM
Description:
For Benedict and throughout centuries, prayer has been the core of monastic life and community. In this series of six evenings, the staff of the Benedictine Center guides participants through an experience of Benedict’s key insights on prayer and discipleship. Each evening ends with Compline with the monastic community. Attend all or one. Those new and experienced with Benedictine prayer welcome.
Feb. 28 The Work of God: Unearth the riches of the Liturgy of the Hours.
Presenter: Jackie Witter
Location:
Benedictine Center
Contact: Guest Services, 651.777.7251, benedictinecenter@stpaulsmonastery.org
Event Fee: $20.00
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