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Retreats
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Private Retreats |
A private retreat is a time to come away from one's usual routine to enjoy personal reflection, quiet and
solitude. Private retreats are available to anyone throughout the year, and must be scheduled one week
in advance by calling the Center for Spirituality at 920.337.4315 or e-mailing ncs@norbertines.org.
Cost: $100 per overnight stay (includes spiritual direction, private room, three meals, Abbey
amenities)$60 (without spiritual direction)
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February 2, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Points of Light for a Cancer Journey (Retreat) |
In my distress I called upon the Lord; to my God I cried for help.
From the temple God heard my voice, and my cry reached God's ears
(Psalm 18:6).
"You have cancer." Have you ever heard those life-changing words spoken to you? Were you left
wondering where God is and just how to cope spiritually with this diagnosis? No matter if you are
newly-diagnosed, just completing chemotherapy, radiation or other treatment, or a survivor, this day
is for you. Come and explore through Scripture, art, music and sharing with others on the cancer
journey how God is ever-present and brings healing.
Tom Bekkers is a licensed psychotherapist and advanced practice social worker with more than 20 years
experience in professional counseling related to patients and family members faced with challenges of
health, lifestyle adjustment issues, death and grief. He served as facilitator of cancer support and grief
groups at St. Vincent Hospital and is currently employed at Unity Hospice.
Marge Mattice is an advanced practice nurse with more than 25 years of nursing experience in a variety
of settings. She is currently employed at Unity Hospice, daily encountering patients and their families
facing life-limiting illnesses. Marge was diagnosed with cancer more than one year ago, and brings a very
personal perspective to her practice as well as a background in Scripture and theology and a passion for
the Word of God.
Presenters: Tom Bekkers, MSW, APW; Marge Mattice, MSN, ACNP-BC; Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Cost: $55 (includes morning refreshments, lunch, handouts)Minimum 10 participants
Registration required by January 25
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March 28 – 31, Thursday evening 4 p.m. – Easter Sunday Liturgy 10 a.m.
Food, Fire, Water and Story: The Easter Triduum (Retreat) |
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In a series of five presentations beginning Holy Thursday evening, Fr. Andrew Ciferni, O. Praem.,
explores the roots and meaning of the Passover of the Lord Jesus, which, although ancient in origin,
provides a model for full human living today. |
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| Holy Thursday, March 28 |
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| 4 p.m. |
Registration and Optional Tour |
| 4:20 p.m. |
Orientation (Killeen Room) |
| 4:45 p.m. |
Conference 1: Entering a Three-day Liturgy (Chapter Room)
Many of the liturgical particularities of the Triduum give us insight into the unitary nature of the three days and the Paschal Mystery we celebrate. |
| 6 p.m. |
Dinner |
| 7 p.m. |
Mass of the Lord’s Supper with Washing of the Feet |
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| Good Friday, March 29 |
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| 7 – 8 a.m. |
Breakfast |
| 9 a.m. |
Morning Prayer with the Norbertines |
| 9:45 a.m. |
Conference 2: Lifting Up the Trophy of God’s Victory (Chapter Room)
At the heart of the Good Friday liturgy is the celebration of God’s victory over our sin. |
| 11:45 a.m. |
Midday Prayer with the Norbertines |
| 12:15 p.m. |
Lunch |
| 3 p.m. |
Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord |
| 5 p.m. |
Conference 3: Love Demands Sacrifice (Chapter Room)
Contemporary theology and the experience of the mystics reveal Christ’s sacrifice as a free act of love, not the act of a passive victim. |
| 6 p.m. |
Dinner |
| 7:30 p.m. |
Office of Vigils for Holy Saturday |
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| Holy Saturday, March 30 |
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| 7 – 8 a.m. |
Breakfast |
| 9 a.m. |
Morning Prayer with the Norbertines |
| 9:45 a.m. |
Conference 4: “He descended into hell.” (Chapter Room)
This credal statement is little understood and even less appreciated. We will explore its Holy Saturday meaning. |
| 11:45 a.m. |
Midday Prayer with Norbertines |
| 12:15 p.m. |
Lunch |
| 3 p.m. |
Conference 5: Food, Fire, Water and Story: The Easter Vigil (Chapter Room)
This annual celebration carries within it not only our core foundational Christian event, but also that of all human history. |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Evening Prayer with the Norbertines |
| 6 p.m. |
Dinner |
| 7:30 p.m. |
Vigil Mass of Easter |
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Easter Celebration Gathering following Vigil (Killeen Room) |
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| Easter Sunday, March 31 |
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| 7 – 8 a.m. |
Breakfast |
| 9 a.m. |
Morning Prayer with the Norbertines |
| 10 a.m. |
Easter Morning Mass |
Presenter: Fr. Andrew Ciferni, O. Praem.
Cost: $240 (includes lodging, meals, presentations)
Commuters: $100 (includes presentations only)
Registration required by March 22
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June 9 – 15, Sunday 4 p.m. – Saturday lunch
Summer Directed Retreat |
This retreat offers a time of prayer, silence and solitude with the daily opportunity to meet with a
spiritual director. Amenities include a private room, indoor pool, outdoor labyrinth, spacious grounds
and numerous prayer spaces.
Retreats can be scheduled for 3, 4, 5 or the entire 6 days
Cost: $285 – 3 days; $380 – 4 days; $450 – 5 days; $495 – 6 days
Registration required by June 3
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June 23 – 28, Sunday 4 p.m. – Friday lunch
Pottery Retreat with Fr. Tim Shillcox, O. Praem. |
"As clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand," says the Lord
(Jeremiah 18:6).
With a potter's wheel in hand, Fr. Tim Shillcox, O. Praem., focuses on the timeless and relevant Word
of Scripture. Throughout this week-long retreat, he weaves the issues, concerns and challenges facing
many of us today with wisdom and guidance from the Gospel. This inspirational retreat will explore
the palette of human experiences, its joys and sorrows, all rooted in the Word of God through the
prophet Jeremiah.
Facilitator: Fr. Tim Shillcox, O. Praem.
Cost: $350 (includes lodging, meals, presentations)
Commuters: $200 (includes meals, presentations)
Minimum 12 participants
Registration required by June 14
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