Henri Nouwen believed in quiet time to fully open yourself to listening for God.

Nouwen sets example of ‘emptying our lives’

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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.

Phil Fontaine, former Grand Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, front row left, takes part in a Star of the North reconciliation event.

Healing is key at Star of the North

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ST. 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.

Cedarcrest Conference Centre in Belfountain, Ont., north of Toronto, hosts retreats guided by Opus Dei priests. Below, the oratory with original paintings and marble altarpieces.

A silence that is truly golden

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I rarely shut up. I also have a loud voice, though most of the time I am not aware how loud I am.

Fr. Matthew Robbertz, above, said that only a decade ago the Regina Mundi Centre in Queensville, Ont., was faced with the choice of closing or persevering in its mission due to a burgeoning debt. The latter option was chosen and the faith community came through to keep the centre open and thriving.

Regina Mundi Centre enjoying strong revival

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In 2008, Regina Mundi Centre was on the brink of closure. 

Entrance to the Loyola House in Guelph.

Jesuit centre's spiritual exercises retreat is workout for the soul

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Fr. 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.

Every year, the Huver family recharges and reconnects at Family Foundations Family Camp.

Summer camp offers quality family time

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It’s a family tradition.

Ignatius’ Exercises a spiritual workout

Ignatius’ Exercises a spiritual workout

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“Take O take me as I am. Summon out what I shall be. Set your seal upon my heart and live in me.”

Ted Penton, centre, has been leading retreats for the homeless in the United States and Canada through the Ignatian Spirituality Project.

Ontario’s Jesuits use retreats to help homeless build community

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Ontario’s Jesuits are using retreats as a way to help homeless people build a caring community of support among themselves.

Fr. Monty Williams, a Jesuit retreat master and spiritual director, says what makes a good retreat is being able to discern your vulnerability.

The right retreat is simply a state of mind, says Jesuit retreat master

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Contrary to popular belief, going on retreat does not require a change of scenery, but rather a change in thinking.

Rachel’s Vineyard offers retreats to those hurting and healing from abortion.

Retreats lead women who had abortions find healing

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VANCOUVER – The team at Rachel’s Vineyard sees forgiveness and healing transform hurting people every year.

The Glen House Resort near Gananoque, Ont., where the annual Women’s Fall Retreat is held. This year’s event takes place Sept. 16.

A retreat where women can connect

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For 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.

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