A little quiet time — away from work and the constant interruptions of daily life — ought to be just what the doctor ordered for those seeking more spiritual focus in their lives.
Healing is key at Star of the North
By Glen Argan, Catholic Register SpecialST. ALBERT, Alta. -- Star of the North Retreat Centre is making healing and reconciliation between Indigenous people and Canadian settlers a major element of its retreat ministry.
A silence that is truly golden
By Charles LewisI rarely shut up. I also have a loud voice, though most of the time I am not aware how loud I am.
Regina Mundi Centre enjoying strong revival
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterIn 2008, Regina Mundi Centre was on the brink of closure.
Jesuit centre's spiritual exercises retreat is workout for the soul
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterFr. Roger Yaworski says Loyola House can’t guarantee people will like its Full Spiritual Exercises Experience. The retreat director might not be to their liking, the retreat itself might not meet their expectations, even the food might not tantalize their taste buds.
Summer camp offers quality family time
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterIt’s a family tradition.
Ignatius’ Exercises a spiritual workout
By Fr. Dominic Barber, Catholic Register Special“Take O take me as I am. Summon out what I shall be. Set your seal upon my heart and live in me.”
Ontario’s Jesuits use retreats to help homeless build community
By Evan Boudreau, The Catholic RegisterOntario’s Jesuits are using retreats as a way to help homeless people build a caring community of support among themselves.
The right retreat is simply a state of mind, says Jesuit retreat master
By Evan Boudreau, The Catholic RegisterContrary to popular belief, going on retreat does not require a change of scenery, but rather a change in thinking.
Retreats lead women who had abortions find healing
By Agnieszka Krawczynski, Canadian Catholic NewsVANCOUVER – The team at Rachel’s Vineyard sees forgiveness and healing transform hurting people every year.
A retreat where women can connect
By Catholic Register SpecialFor eight years, Sandy Laneville faithfully joined a group of friends to attend a Baptist women’s retreat held annually in Muskoka. It was so inspiring and rejuvenating she decided to organize a retreat of her own, but enhance hers with the sacramental riches of the Catholic faith.