The Beacon.Com -
March 2010
(Be sure to visit our web site at www.capemaymarianists.org for a complete
schedule, retreat photos and application)
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what is happening in the greater Marianist Family – click here www.marianist.com/fol for Marianist
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Inside this issue:
·
Director’s Message
·
Last chance
to sign up for March Women’s & Young Married Couples Retreats
·
Summer and Teen Applications are now being accepted.
·
Widows Retreat – April 9-11
·
Spiritual Getaway Days…Come and just be…
·
2010 Volunteer Forms are due
·
Interested in volunteering with us?
·
Young Adult Retreat Recap & Photos
·
2010 Brochures are still available
·
Other Upcoming Retreats
·
Marriage Moment & Parenting Pointer
Dear
Friends,
As I
write to you today the sun is shining and the snow piles are just about
melted. We made it through the storms with some damage – believe it or
not we lost 10 trees on the property. To be honest, I didn’t realize
that we had that many trees to lose. The one that hurt the most was the tree
in the center of the sandbox – thankfully there was minimal damage to the
buildings. And through all of the blizzards we only lost one retreat.
On
the bright side we just completed
the installation of 95 solar panels (that’s a 19kw system for you
engineering types) and all the associated equipment. This project has been a
dream of mine for several years and finally it has become a reality. This is
not only a great economic investment for the Center, it really helps the
environment. I would love to share the details of this venture with you the next
time you are here. We hope to have this project paid back (with energy
savings) in under 8 years.
Finally,
I would like to encourage you to consider one of our retreats this year. With
all of the snow, missed days of school, and all around chaos sign-ups have been
a bit slow. As you know the number one way to support our ministry is to
attend retreats and spread the word about our ministry.
God’s
Peace to you all,
Anthony
**Last Chance**
Consider the March Women’s Retreat or
the Retreat for Young Married Couples
See
below for information on these two retreats.
2010 Summer Family Retreat and High School Teen Spring
Retreat Applications are now being accepted!
Please
consider joining us or encouraging a family you know to join us this summer for
what promises to be a special experience. We are currently in the planning
process for the Summer Family Retreats and all I can say now is that the
retreats will be incredible!
Our
youth retreat planning is well underway for 2010 and we are looking forward to
seeing all of you on the May teen retreat (May 7-9)…sign up early because
this retreat tends to fill quickly!
A Retreat for Widows and Widowers* –
April 9-11
Come
join us to explore this time of our life, one we might not have chosen, but
where we find ourselves. Through prayer, meditation, Eucharist, individual and
group activities we will share our stories.
The
cost for this weekend is $120.
*It is recommended that you wait at least 6 months after the
death of your spouse before attending this retreat.
Consider giving yourself the
gift of time away to just be….
Spiritual Getaway Days are
a great way to “escape” from your daily realities to come and join
us for a time of rest, prayer and catching your breath! Your time with us is
self-directed – there is morning Mass and evening prayer, if you wish to
join our Marianist Community, and all of your meals are provided. Spring Dates: May 11-13, May 18-20, June
1-3 and June 8-10.
The
cost is $105 for 2 nights/6 meals and your sanity!
2010 Volunteer Forms are due back to
us…
If
you have not yet returned your 2010 Volunteer form please do so as soon as you
are able. If your schedule is unclear at the moment please email me at afucci@capemaymarianists.org
to let me know the form will be coming.
Interested in Volunteering with us?
If
you are interested in being considered as a volunteer for one of our retreats
you must be at least 16 (15 if you are accompanied by a parent/legal
guardian). Please email me at afucci@capemaymarianists.org and
I will send you a form.
Young Adult Retreat Recap & Photos
Two
weeks ago we hosted our annual Young Adult Retreat. The theme we chose this
year was Discipleship. Presentations focused on our call to be disciples in a
world with a great many needs. Looking at Mary as a model of discipleship we
explored ways that she leads us to her Son. We would like to thank
EXTRA
2010 BROCHURES ARE AVAILABLE
We have plenty of extra 2010 brochures so if you would like a
few more to hand out at your parish or to give to a friend or family you know,
please email us at mfrc@capemaymarianists.org or call the office at 609-884-3829 and we will be happy to
send you some.
Other
Upcoming Retreats & Critical Dates
To print an application please click here.
Women’s
Spirituality Retreat #1
March
19-21
Please consider joining us for this
wonderful experience. A team of Marianist women have been planning this
retreat and are anxious to meet all of you.
The cost for this retreat is $120/pp.
A Retreat for
Young Married Couples
March
26-28
This retreat is one that
every young married couple should consider. Give your marriage the gift of a
retreat where you can be together in a holy place with other young married
couples – sharing your stories. Also makes a great gift idea for your
married children!
The cost of this retreat is $240 per couple.
Holy Week Easter
Triduum Retreat – April 1 – 4 (this retreat is 4 days, 3 nights)
Come and join us for this
most holy season. Our time together will include celebrating all of the
liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil. In the past this
retreat has been attended by individuals, married couples, families, and
college-age young adults.
The cost of this retreat is $140pp 8 years+; $90 ages 2-7,
under 2 are free. Maximum for any one family is $550.
**Financial Aid is available – please do not let the cost of a
retreat be the obstacle that prevents you from joining us...***
Look us up under “Mary’s
House MFRC” send us a friend request!
Marriage Moments and Parenting Pointers
Contributed by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net
On Marriage…
Giving up is easy. Staying married is hard. Love makes it
possible. God is love. 'Nuff said.
On Parenting…
Whether
you are a single custodial parent, a parent who visits on weekends, or a parent
whose spouse is gone for long periods of time - it's not easy. Summon up your
courage and your friends. Ask for respite when you need it. Both you and your
child will benefit.
Blessings to All!
The
Cape May Point
Anthony Fucci
Center Director
609-884-3829
609-884-0545 (Fax)
www.capemaymarianists.org