Franciscan Spiritual Center
Franciscan Spiritual Center
Franciscan Spiritual Center
Franciscan Spiritual Center
Franciscan Spiritual Center
Franciscan Spiritual Center


All are welcome to come share the peace and beauty of
Mount Saint Francis.





To register or for more information on any of the following dates contact us at msfretreat@optonline.net
or (973)962-9778


Guided Retreat



with James DiLuzio, CSP

June 30 - July 6, 2008


"LUKE LIVE!"



Experience the Gospel of Luke proclaimed to you in lively, dramatic ways - the spoken word, music and chant.

In keeping with the objective of the Paulist Fathers to
"Give the WORD a voice in the 21st Century",
Fr. Jim uses his background in drama, music and theatre
to bring the Gospel of Luke to Life!

Accept this invitation to praise God in new and wondrous ways.

Come be rejuvenated spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally.

There will be plenty of time and space for quiet reflection and solitude as well.

You are in for an exciting adventure.


Cost:
$375 ~ Week
$300 ~ Commuter
($100 deposit)


Early Registration Suggested



Participants may want to bring writing materials.




2008









DAY OF REFLECTION



April 12, 2008



"Walking the Labyrinth:

          A Path of Prayer"



Presenter: Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, OSF



9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost: $35

Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch


No skills or experience required.

Program includes presentation, quiet time for walking the labyrinth, journaling and sharing.

Bring a journal and a pen.










DAY FOR SENIORS


May 7, 2008


"Wonderfully Made are We!"


Presenter: Rosemary Napolitano, osf


9:00am -2:00pm

Cost: $15 - $25 as your means allow

Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch



The psalmist praises God that she/he is fearfully, wonderfully made. Our humanity is a share in the Divine life of a loving God.

Come . . . share with us your blessed dignity.

The day includes prayer, Scripture presentations, quiet reflection, faith sharing, and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and Eucharistic liturgy.

Facility is handicapped accessible








SUMMER 2008




VACATION WEEKS

at Mount St. Francis


July 7 - 11, 2008

July 21 - 25, 2008


All facilities are fully air-conditioned and handicapped accessible.
Olympic size swimming pool enhances your stay.

Cost: $50 per day

Reservations are limited to religious because of our tax-exempt status.












Directed or Private Retreat


July 13 - 19, 2008

September 7 - 13, 2008



Director: Annette Lucchese, OSF

Director: Rosemary Napolitano, OSF


Directed: $350      Private: $275
$100 Deposit




FALL 2008




REFLECTION PROGRAMS



September 20, 2008


Presenter: Barbara Beck, OSF


9:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: $35

Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch



Often, as we behold and reflect upon the ever-recurring changing of the Seasons, we can begin to see a parallel within our own lives. Come and see how God's loving Power and gentle Presence are in the midst of the beaurty of God's Creation - and in the changing cycles of our lives: the "ordinary day-to-day ones," as well as those that are a natural part of Life's Journey.


Please bring a Bible.



September 23, 2008

Encore: "Our God Is a God for All Seasons"

9:00am - 2:00pm

(refer to September 20)


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October 4, 2008

Day With Francis and Clare of Assisi - -

"Who are you O God?" "Who am I?"



Presenter: Rosemary Napolitano, OSF

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost: $35

Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch


Prayer leads us into the depths of our relationship with God and ourselves. Reflecting on the prayer of St. Francis and St. Clare, we will delve into our personal journey of prayer.



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October 7, 2008

Encore: "Day with Francis and Clare of Assisi - -

"Who are you O God" "Who am I?"


9:00 am - 2:00 pm

(refer to October 4)




October 16, 2008


"A Look at Spiritual Companioning/Direction

Facilitator: Annette Lucchese, OSF

10 am - 11 am



Are you interested in learning more about this way of exploring a closer relationship with God?

Come join us for an information session.




ADVENT 2008





December 5 -7, 2008

Advent Retreat Weekend

Directed or Private

Director: Annette Lucchese, OSF

Director: Rosemary Napolitano, OSF


Directed: $175 Private: $125
$75 Deposit



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December 6, 2008

"What Shall We Name Him?"




Presenter: Rosemary Napolitano, OSF

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost: $35

Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch


Naming a new baby is a significant part of welcoming the child into the family and the community. In this retreat, we will explore the significance of Naming Immanuel - God with us.



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December 11, 2008

Encore: "What Shall We Name Him?"



9:00 am - 2:00 pm

(refer to December 6)