Retreats 2009 - St. Joseph's Kincumber
 
April 14-19
And Know That I Am God
This retreat will promote contemplative living
in a busy world.It will draw on the theory and
practice as found in the Catholic tradition.
Marie Biddle rsj and Michael Whelan sm
 
May 22-24
Encounter with the Enneagram
An opportunity to understand ourselves,others
and God through the wisdom of the very
ancient tool of the Enneagram. It will take you
on a route of self-appreciation. The process
enables us to discover the answer to the
never-ending questions: Why do we do what
we do? What are our strengths and weaknesses?
These are the territories of the Enneagram
Eleanor Dawson rsj
 
June 5-12
Do This in Memory of Me
During this retreat we are invited to enter more
deeply into the mystery of faith,the Eucharist.
In prayer we reflect on our rich heritage: in the
scriptures,the earthly ministry of Jesus, the long
experience and traditions of the Christian community.
Joseph Sobb sj
 
June 5-12
Directed Retreat
Mary Hagan rsj
 
June 19-21
Dreams: Gateway to the Soul
This two-day workshop is an opportunity
not to be missed by people who desire to
understand what is happening in their
dreams. It will be a time to reflect on the
importance of listening to our dreams from
the Biblical perspective. A process will be
offered which will enable the participants
to work with their own dreams on a daily
basis.
Eleanor Dawson rsj
 
July 13-20
Directed Retreat
Maureen McDermott rsj and Joan Ryan
 
July 13-20
The Disciple Jesus Loved
This retreat will ponder the role of the
Bridegroom and the beloved disciple in the
Gospel of John. He who has the bride is the
bridegroom (John 3:29). At the supper,the
disciple,the one whom Jesus loved,was
reclining next to him. (John 13:23)
Patrick Corbett C.Ss.R
 
August 14-21
The Search for Wisdom
This retreat will be an exploration of the wisdom
of the ages culminating in the wisdom of Jesus
who is the beginning and the end of all wisdom.
Colleen O’Sullivan rsj
 
August 14-21
Directed Retreat
David King CP, Diana Woods OP and Eleanor Dawson rsj
 
October 2-9
Centred in Love
A gentle introduction to the writings of
St.John of the Cross,focusing on God’s love for
us and God’s invitation to walk in faith,
hope and love.
Yvonne Parker sgs
 
November 20-27

Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus

This retreat is an invitation to deepen our
relationship with the personal Jesus as he is
revealed to us through the Scriptures.
June Flynn rsj and Eleanor Dawson rsj
 
November 20-27

Directed Retreat

Catherine Mary Carroll rsj and Ann Condon OP
 
December 7-14

Advent Retreat

“That God will come is as certain as the dawn.”
A time to pause and wonder at the many
ways God enters our lives through
contemplating scripture and through
personal experience.
Maureen McDermott rsj and Pat Duffy rsj
 

Costs for six day guided Retreat with direction is $450, for six day directed Retreat is $550, and for five day guided retreat only $400. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required with application.

Retreats begin with the evening meal on the first date and end with breakfast on the last date. Private Retreats are available at all Centres by arrangement with the Centre’s Retreat Co-ordinator. Retreat in Daily Life (according to St Ignatius) is available by arrangement with Colleen O’Sullivan rsj at St Joseph’s Baulkham Hills or with Myree Harris rsj 02 95640194. Baulkham Hills and Kincumber do not have resident chaplains. When there is no priest in residence the retreat sessions are timed to enable retreatants to attend Eucharist at a
nearby Church.

Please send your application form to the appropriate Centre.