Marianist Retreat & Conference Center http://mretreat.org Located in Wildwood, Missouri, USA Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:32:30 +0000 en hourly 1 TRIVIA NIGHT, SEPTEMBER 22, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1439 http://mretreat.org/?p=1439#comments Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:29:10 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1439 Save the date of Saturday evening, September 22nd for our annual Trivia Night and Auction to be held again in the air-conditioned Gym at Vianney High School.  Silent auction items can be viewed beginning at 6:00 pm, with the Trivia Challenge beginning at 7:00 pm. Dan Dillon of Channel 4 will again be our M.C. and his trivia questions are interesting, challenging, but not exceedingly difficult.

the cost is $120 per person or $160 for a table of eight ($150 for early bird entries prior to September 10). Beverages and snacks are provided.

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1439 0 HOLY AND HEALTHY – JUMPSTART YOUR SPIRITUAL AND PHYSICAL FITNESS, JANUARY 27 – 29, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1118 http://mretreat.org/?p=1118#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:50:53 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1118 Join us as we each discover the true beauty God sees in us, by jumpstarting our spiritual and physical fitness. During the weekend, we will discover healthy lifestyles involving nutrition, exercise, stress relief and prayer, the dawn of a new lifestyle for the New Year. Take time for you and your relationship with Christ. Not a time of scales, but a time of encouragement and acceptance.

thr weekend begins with arrival anytime after 4:00 p.m. on the 27th, The retreat begins with dinner at 6:00 pm. the Retreat closes with Mass and lunch on the 29th.

Details as to cost, schedule and presenters to be determined. Stay tuned.

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1118 0 SKETCHBOOK / JOURNAL DAY, MAY 12, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1279 http://mretreat.org/?p=1279#comments Sat, 01 Oct 2011 19:53:35 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1279 Enjoy a Sketchbook / Journal Day – Saturday May 12 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Brother Brian Zampier, SM, has been keeping sketchbook journals since 1974, and is currently on Number 89. See some of his work at http://sketchbooks.org under “abz”. Brian is also an artist / assistant to Brother Mel Meyer at Marianist Galleries in Kirkwood, MO http://melsmart.com/main.php.

Get away and set some time aside to learn more about the process of sketchbook journaling. Now is the time to get that old sketchbook / journal going again. Here is the chance to get those creative j uices flowing, add some creative color, unwind, reflect, and document your day.

Drawing Experience is not needed.

the cost is $40.00 for the day , which includes a continental breakfast and lunch.

Bring your sketchbook. If you’re just starting out, buy a simple spiral bound sketchbook. Paper, markers, and color pencils will be provided.

To register for this Sketchbook / Journal Day call the Retreat Center at 636 938-5390 or e-mail @ info@mretreat.org

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1279 0 LENTEN DAY OF REFLECTION, March 18, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1218 http://mretreat.org/?p=1218#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:38:18 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1218                                                                           

Presenter, Father Jeff Vomund, Pastor of St. Elizabeth, Mother of John the Baptist parish in North St Louis City.

The retreat begins at 2:00 p.m and concludes at 6:00 p.m. following a light supper. The cost is $ 25 per participant.

Father Vomund would love to invite you to live from a deeper place, to live from the best of you, to be embraced by, and to choose from, God’s infinite love as revealed to us in Jesus.

In addition to his parish work at St Elizabeth, Mother of John the Baptist and St. Louis Catholic Academy Elementary School in North St Louis City, Father Jeff is also a founder and current President of the Board of Directors of The Acts Partnership. This is a low-income housing corporation developed with other neighborhood churches to stabilize the community and offer a dignified experience of housing to those who are in need.  Ordained for the Archdiocese of St. Louis in 1997, he has been assigned to Ascension Catholic Church in Chesterfield, Cardinal-Glennon Seminary College and St. Cletus in St. Charles prior to his current assignment. In addition to his parish work, Father Jeff appears regularly on th Dave Glover Show in the “Priest and the Rabbi” segment. He also serves on the Archdiocesan Presbyteral Council.

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1218 0 LENTEN DAY OF PRAYER, MARCH 11, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1223 http://mretreat.org/?p=1223#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:56:20 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1223 Presenter, Father Don Wester, Pastor of All Saints Parish in St Peters. Missouri.

RETREAT THEME:  A chance to be honest with God and self. A meeting at the well of God’s love and faithfulness will allow us to live in the truth and let the Truth set us free

the Retreat will begin at 2:00 p.m. and conclude at 6:00 pm. following a light supper. the cost is $25 per participant.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Father Wester is a lifelong resident of the St Louis area. In addition to his current position as Pastor of All Saints in St Peters, he is Professor of Homiletics at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary. He was ordained a priest in 1978 in the Archdiocese of St Louis. He holds a BA in Elementary Education from Harris Stowe Teachers College, a Masters in Divinity from Kenrick Seminary, and a Doctorate of Preaching from Aquinas Institute of Theology.

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1223 0 EXPLORING AND CREATING MANDALAS, MARCH 24, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1233 http://mretreat.org/?p=1233#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:04:04 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1233 Mandala is a sanscrit word for Circle, representing totality and wholeness. the emphasis is on the Center, and usually some reference to a Deity. It is a sacred symbol for all the world’s religions. the Cathedral rose windows at Chartres are well known Mandalas.
Presenters for the day:
Millie Cargas – Art therapist
sister Joan spalding, CSJ – Artist (Will share some of her Mandalas)

Sister Paulette Patritti, OP – Spiritual Director.

the day will begin at 8:30 am with a continental breakfast, followed by prayer and presentations. The day includes lunch and will end at 3:30 pm.

Cost for the day is $30. this includes supplies. Please bring a journal.

Call the Center at 636 938-5390 to register.

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1233 0 PALM SUNDAY WEEKEND RETREAT MARCH 30 – APRIL 1, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1122 http://mretreat.org/?p=1122#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:00:06 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1122 Retreat Title: BEND MY HEART TO YOUR WILL, O GOD: Lessons in the Lenten Journey.

Presenter, Rev. Thomas J. Santen, Pastor, St Josephs Catholic Church, Manchester, Missouri

Lent is a time opening our hearts to God and God’s will. the gentle, loving God “bends” our hearts in his infinite wisdom and respect for us as he leads us through Calvary to Easter.

pen your hearts and join us for the journey.

TO REGISTER FOR THIS RETREAT, OR FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CALL THE RETREAT CENTER AT 636 938-5390

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1122 0 Good Friday Retreat Day, April 6, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1236 http://mretreat.org/?p=1236#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:05:18 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1236 WITH MARY AT CALVARY, WHAT CAN WE LEARN

Reflections on how Mary’s faith sustained her in accepting the mystery of her Son’s mission. What we can learn from Mary and her Son at Calvary.

THE PRESENTERS . . .

Sister Paulette Patritti, OP is a member of the Sparkill Dominican Sisters, who has ministered as teacher, administrator, retreat director and Spiritual Director. She is now the Executive of the Marianist Retreat Center.

Father Jose’ Ramirez, SM is a Marianist priest experienced in teaching, in hospital chaplaincy, Marriage Encounter, and in directing retreats and spiritual direction.

A quiet day to come away from the busy-ness of our life . . .

- Quiet time for prayer and reflection

- Celebration of the Good Friday Liturgy

- Opportunity for spiritual direction and/or Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Our retreat day begins with continental breakfast available at 8:30 am. The first session begins at 9:00 am. A simple lunch will be served, and we will close with the Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3:00.

Suggested offering: $40

Call the Center at 636 938-5390 for registration

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1236 0 “SPRING FLING” FUNDRAISING DINNER, FRIDAY APRIL 13, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1238 http://mretreat.org/?p=1238#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 22:15:37 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1238 The 2nd annual “Spring Fling” dinner will again feature the amazing sleight -of-hand of Master Magician, Brent Loewenstein, grilled steaks and seafood, and scrumptuous horsduevers and desserts. Cash Bar Social hour begins at 6:30 pm, and dinner at 7:30. the location is the beautiful Father Dowling Hall at Most Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Eureka, Mo.

Cost for this fabulous, fun evening is $55 per person, or $400 for a table of eight.

For more information, call the Retreat Center at 636 938-5390

]]> http://mretreat.org/?feed=rss2&p=1238 0 PREACHED RETREAT, JUNE 25 – JULY 1, 2012 http://mretreat.org/?p=1129 http://mretreat.org/?p=1129#comments Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:57:47 +0000 curtis http://mretreat.org/?p=1129 Presenters:

Fr. Jose’ Ramirez, S.M., Sr.Paulette Patritti, O.P.., Sr. Anne Simms, O.P.

This quiet retreat will consist of presentations by the team, morning and evening prayer, Eucharist and the opportunity to meet with one of the presenters..

the retreat will begin with supper on Monday, June 25 and ends with lunch on Sunday, July 1. the full retreat is six days. You  may make it for 3, 4, or 5 days. Please indicate on your registration form arrival and departure dates.

the cost is $56 per day, or $336 for the full six days. this includes all meals and lodging

Call the Retreat Center  636 938-5390 for information and registration

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