Holiday Series: "Contemplative Prayer with Lectio and Musica Divina"
2024-11-23 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-21 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Saturdays — November 23rd & December 21st)
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 AM
Facilitated by Fran Tassone Fee: $35 per person/per session
We often hear the holiday season referred to as the “season of giving.” Consider giving yourself the gift of time set apart especially to do mothering else but rest in the arms of God through listening and reflecting together to poetry, contemplative song and scripture. “For it is in giving that we receive” – St. Francis of Assisi
Please be in touch if you have any questions or would like to make a reservation.

Slowing Down to the Speed of Christmas Joy
2024-12-04 13:30 - 15:30
Facilitated by Sister Dorothy Schwarz, SSD Fee: $40 per person
We are all living in a recklessly fast-paced world. From the depths of our hearts, the mantra “Too Busy” is screaming out, and yet we continue to ignore its plea and create more and more excuses why we cannot set a different, slower pace.

Advent Taize - Evening of Prayer
2024-12-07 18:30 - 20:30
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NEW BEGINNINGS: "Contemplative Prayer with Lectio and Musica Divina"
2025-01-25 09:30 - 22:30
(Saturdays — January 25th & February TBD)
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
(please note these sessions will only be 1 hr.)
Facilitated by Fran Tassone Fee: $30 per person/per session
As the first month of the new year, January is often referred to as the month of new beginnings. New beginnings are the best time to reflect on where we’ve come from and move into the future with a joyful hope. Through Lectio and Musica Divina, together we will prayerfully honor the transition of one year ending and a new one beginning.

A Visit to the Potter's Workshop
2025-02-22 09:30 - 11:30
Facilitated by Sister Barbara Ann Gondek Fee: $40 per person
Lent has traditionally been a time of conversion, of being re-created, of being refashioned. As we prepare for Lent, let us embark on a visit to the Potter’s (God’s) house (Jer. 18:1-6). Let us watch and experience how this Potter/God can transform our clay/us.
Let us watch His hands take a lump of clay and transform it into a beautiful masterpiece. Let us answer the question posed by Jeremiah’s Potter “Can I not do to you … as the Potter has done to the clay?” For we are indeed clay in the hands of God.

Lectio Divina | Love, Lent and Lilies Series
2025-03-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-04-26 09:00 - 10:00
Lectio Divina
Love, Lent and Lilies Series
(Saturdays — March 1st, March 29th and April 26th)

Time: 9:00 – 10:00 AM
(please note these sessions will only be 1 hr.)
Facilitated by Fran Tassone Fee: $30 per person/per session

Lectio Divina is Latin for the divine reading of Scripture where we listen to God’s word “with the ears of our hearts,” allowing God’s loving voice to speak to us and call us into deeper friendship. With this prayer practice of Lectio Divina, together we will journey through Valentine’s Day, Lent and Easter seeing God in all things.

"Mary - the World's Greatest Woman"
2025-05-17 09:30 - 13:30
Marian Retreat for Women:
Come spend some quality time with Mary, the world’s Greatest Woman
Saturday, May 17th Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Facilitated by Sister Dorothy Swartz, SSD Fee: $60 per person – includes light lunch
In the military when a retreat command is ordered, the dutiful soldier immediately turns around and goes in the opposite direction. This common military command serves to protect the soldiers and allows them the chance to regroup.
In a prayerful environment and through various forms of reflection, we will examine the essence of true womanhood, observe how Mary is the perfect woman and learn some practical ways to grow in our love and appreciation of Mary as our companion in daily life.
We encourage you to attend — Mary would love to spend the day with you. Don’t forget to invite a friend.
PLEASE RSVP BY MONDAY, MAY 12TH

Lectio Divina
2025-05-31 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-06-21 09:30 - 11:00
Saturdays:
May 31st – Honoring Mary
June 21 – For the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Facilitated by Fran Tassone

Fee: $35 per person/per session
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 AM

Lectio Divina is Latin for the divine reading of Scripture where we listen to God’s word “with the ears of our hearts,” allowing God’s loving voice to speak to us and call us into deeper friendship. With this prayer practice of Lectio Divina, together we will honor Mary and the Sacred Heart of Jesus seeing God in all things.

Lectio Divina Prayer Hour
2025-10-18 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-11-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-12-20 09:30 - 10:30
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Fee: $30 per person/per session
Facilitated by Fran Tassone
“Come away and pray awhile” is a phrase originating from Jesus’s invitation to his disciples in the Gospel of Mark (6:31), urging them to withdraw to a quiet, isolated pace to rest and rejuvenate amidst the busyness of ministry. These words emphasize the importance of taking time for spiritual renewal, self-care, and seeking God’s presence away from the demands of the world, allowing for personal refreshment and a deeper connection with Him. Using the prayer practice of Lectio Divina, the divine reading of Scripture, including music, poems and imaginative prayer, this offering is an invitation to gather together in a sacred, safe and reliable space allowing God’s loving voice to speak to us and call us into deeper friendship.
Please be aware that everyone is welcome to stay after sessions to spend time in our chapel …

Praying for Our Loved Ones
2025-11-19 18:00 - 19:30
Facilitated by Pat Stephens Fee: $35 per person

An evening of prayer and quiet reflection on the loss of loved one(s). Please bring a picture or keepsake for us to share.

Advent Day of Prayer
2025-12-13 09:00 - 13:00

Lectio Divina Prayer Hour
2026-01-31 09:30 - 22:30, 2026-02-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-03-28 09:00 - 10:00
Facilitated by Fran Tassone
Fee: $30 per person/per session
“Come away and pray awhile” is a phrase originating from Jesus’s invitation to his disciples in the Gospel of Mark (6:31), urging them to withdraw to a quiet, isolated pace to rest and rejuvenate amidst the busyness of ministry. These words emphasize the importance of taking time for spiritual renewal, self-care, and seeking God’s presence away from the demands of the world, allowing for personal refreshment and a deeper connection with Him. Using the prayer practice of Lectio Divina, the divine reading of Scripture, including music, poems and imaginative prayer, this offering is an invitation to gather together in a sacred, safe and reliable space allowing God’s loving voice to speak to us and call us into deeper friendship.

Please be aware that everyone is welcome to stay after sessions to spend time in our chapel.
Please email me if you have any questions or would like to sign up to attend any of the upcoming sessions — hope you can make it!

Lectio Divina Prayer Series
2026-04-25, 2026-05-30, 2026-06-27
Saturdays, April 25th (Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am)
May 30th and June 27th (Times: 9:30 – 10:30 am for both May & June)
PLEASE NOTE THE DIFFERENT TIMES
Facilitated by Fran Tassone Fee: $30 per person/per session
“Come away and pray awhile” is a phrase originating from Jesus’s invitation to his disciples in the Gospel of Mark (6:31), urging them to withdraw to a quiet, isolated pace to rest and rejuvenate amidst the busyness of ministry. These words emphasize the importance of taking time for spiritual renewal, self-care, and seeking God’s presence away from the demands of the world, allowing for personal refreshment and a deeper connection with Him. Using the prayer practice of Lectio Divina, the divine reading of Scripture, including music, poems and imaginative prayer, this offering is an invitation to gather together in a sacred, safe and reliable space allowing God’s loving voice to speak to us and call us into deeper friendship.
