Dear St. V's,
As I write, the campus is abuzz with parishioners preparing for tonight's Seder and Mass of the Last Supper. And in the dining room are the various items we will need for the Vigil and celebration of the Resurrection. I invite you also to look ahead a few weeks to the parish's annual spring retreat.
A Weekend with Thomas Merton: A Light Shining in the Darkness
Nawakwa Retreat Center in Biglerville, PA. (near Gettysburg)
Retreat Director: Dr. Monica Weiss, SSJ
During the retreat we will take time to discover how:
Thomas Merton can inspire us to be light in the darkness;
The land gave Thomas Merton a sense of “home;”
Merton's love of nature transformed his prayer;
Merton's interest in Celtic spirituality can help us make time for solitude;
Peaceful, Spiritual, Community Building, and Fun!
- Children: are welcome (and free) - programs for children.
- Setting: a green retreat center - hiking trails, playgrounds and a labyrinth.
- Rooms: in one of two lodges, or you may camp.
- Meals: 3 included: Saturday lunch & dinner, Sunday lunch.
- Liturgy: Fr. Ray Chase will celebrate mass on Saturday afternoon.
- Cost: suggested $100/adult ($50 campers & Saturday-only attendees).
Partial scholarships available for St. Vincent's parish members only.
Registration forms available on the table in the Gathering Space, or click here.
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