(660) 944-3100
(660) 944-3100
(660) 944-2809
Fr. Joel Macul OSB (Schuyler, NE)
Conception Abbey has become a host site for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to help not only form catechists and help to prepare them to work with children, but also build a community of catechists who are connected to others in this country and around the world.
Sessions will be broken up into three four day events. Section 1-July 11-14, Section 2-August 1-4, November 14-18. Contact us and we will put you in touch with the facilitator for prices and other details. Overnight housing and meals available.
Retreatants will continue the daily prayer practice of Lectio Divina by lettering the words of Sacred Scripture from the daily Eucharist readings. In an atmosphere of prayerful quiet, participants will learn to use ink pens to letter the basic foundational hand they learned in the beginners retreat. Prerequisite: Lettering the Word Beginner’s Retreat. Led by Br. Michael Marcotte, OSB
How can we experience the intimacy, joy and peace of being reconciled with God? Spend the weekend embracing the words of Jesus. Come to know that Jesus can reestablish what we might have lost in our relationship with Jesus the Christ and with others. Retreatants will have the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Led by Fr. Roger Schmit, OSB
Spend the day reflecting on the real reason we celebrate Christmas. The day begins at 8:30 a.m. with coffee and breakfast treats, followed by a reflective talk, private prayer time, Eucharist, lunch and a final reflection session. Led by Fr. Roger Schmit, OSB, and Abbey Guest Center Staff.
Explore through the eyes of St. Benedict, Pope Francis and others, the many ways Jesus said he would be with us in the midst of our world. From the insights of holy women and men down through the centuries, we can gain the help to see and apply the wisdom of the Gospel to our personal and global world. The goal of the retreat will be to find practical ways of naming and celebrating the goodness of God’s love in our human experience, thus making a difference for us and those around us. Led by
Fr. Daniel Petsche, OSB
From creation to Abraham, we will explore the beginning of the Old Testament (Hebrew Scriptures). These books will help you navigate the complexity of its tradition, and the impact on believing in the one God. You will learn to read these books with confidence and gain new insights for personal growth. Led by Fr. Etienne Huard, OSB
Explore the healing power of the mercy of God as recounted in the Gospel. You will be instructed in the practices of meditation and Lectio Divina and encouraged to spend time in prayer reflecting on where Jesus extends his mercy. This retreat will challenge you to place yourself in an environment of silence so as to listen to God’s voice. There will be the opportunity for Eucharistic Adoration and celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Led by Fr. Paul Sheller, OSB
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