Jam-Packed Month at John XXIII Retreat Center!

It has been a busy February at John XXIII Retreat Center!On the weekend of February 4^th, the Women’s Spirituality & Peace Making group met and had another wonderful weekend. The topic for this session was Discovering New Responses to Conflict. During this time, they discussed CARA, the four steps to non-violent engagement. They also explored the habits of mutuality which include seeing the sacred in others and ourselves, acknowledging and respecting differences, and participating in supportive communities.

As a special surprise for the group, Laura Morgan, a group participant, crocheted prayer shawls for all the participants.(pictured above) The group will meet for two more sessions, wrapping up in June.

John XXIII also hosted a priest liturgical training on Tuesday, February 8^th. Priests from all over the diocese came to learn about the coming year’s new liturgical changes.Everyone enjoyed a meal together and had a wonderful time. (pictured above)

And finally, Friday, February 11^th saw John XXIII host our Valentine’s Day Date Night.This evening, presented by Roger and Delores Evans of Huntington, had couples enjoy a candle light dinner, a presentation, a time for sharing and prayer.

The remaining weeks in February offer a variety of retreats that will intrigue and enrich the lives of all who attend. On Saturday, February 26^th, join us for “Entering the Castle”, a continuing series based on the work of St. Teresa of Avila. This session will be focused on examining the Mystical Union and Being a Channel for Grace. Wednesday, March 2^nd will kick off our Day of Renewal series entitled “8 Spiritual Heroes”. We will examine a different spiritual hero from the past during each session and have time for prayer and fellowship as we give you the tools to renew your own spiritual journey.

If these events sound interesting and you want to find out more about them, please visit john23rdretreatcenter.com or call us toll-free at 1-888-882-1391