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Marianist
Family Retreat
Center
November 2009
(Be sure to visit our web site at www.capemaymarianists.org for a complete
schedule, retreat photos and application)
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Director’s Message - 2010 Program Calendars
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Hospitality House Family Retreat
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Women’s Spirituality Retreat #3
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Autumn Teen Retreat
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The Chapel – A poem by John Paul Helk
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Going Beyond Family Ministry
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Upcoming Retreats
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Marriage Moment & Parenting Pointer
Dear
Friends,
As we
continue to prepare for the Advent Family Retreats, it’s a time that I
typically begin to reflect on the past year. 2009 has been a wonderful year
for our ministry. We have had so many special moments - blessed moments
– and we are already anticipating what 2010 will bring.
We
have our usual full schedule for 2010 and the Program Brochures are currently
at the post office and will be arriving in your mailboxes within the
next few days to a week or so. Please be sure to check your mailboxes and call
if you would like some additional copies. For a sneak peak at our schedule for
2010 – just click here.
Finally,
we here at the Center want to extend our special thanks to all of you and wish
you and your families a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
God’s
Peace to you all,
Anthony
Hospitality House Family Retreat
Through
the generosity of the Marianist Sharing Fund, the
As Linda Flores-Tober, the director of the Coalition
expressed, “the women all said that this weekend was the first time that
they have done something fun in years. They were all able to put aside the
stress of their lives for two days and just breathe. Each person felt special
and touched by the weekend.”
Women’s Spirituality Retreat #3
The
final of our 3 Women’s Retreats was a wonderful experience. The theme of
this retreat was The Wisdom of the Seasons.
Taking the external seasons as we see them, the women dug deeper into the
seasons that lie within. Through various meditations and prayer, the women
discerned their internal season. They looked at the wisdom that comes from
their experiences in each season, helping them to grow and learn.
To see photos from this retreat – click here.
Autumn Teen Retreat
The
Autumn Teen Retreat was a great bonding experience for the teens. Our theme, What on Earth Are We Here For?
focused on what our purpose in life is. Through topics including a personal
relationship with God to serving God in a community, the teens were able to
focus on how to discover their God given purpose. In a smaller setting, the
teens were able to participate in workshops that discussed prayer, community,
and being made in God’s image. This gave the teens a chance to choose
what interested them the most. With some personal reflection, tons of
laughter, and great music; the teens bonded over a common journey that they all
travel.
To see photos from this retreat – click here.
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The
Chapel
stars
and moons – all glowing
lie
back
and
gaze at your soul
Jesus
hangs over you
ocean
roars around you
a slow
rolling roar
music
and waves
blend
mellifluously
someone
is speaking
to
my heart, to my soul
in
the peace, in the stillness
I am
with God
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Going Beyond Family Ministry
So many that have been touched by Mary's House and
the retreats we offer, but retreat ministry is but one facet of the Marianist
Family. There is so much more depth to Marianist Ministry. Many of you have
been drawn to some of these ministries. Ted & Jean Gorczyca have been
attending retreats here for many years – and have since becomes more
involved with the Marianist Social Justice Collaborative. Click here to read a paper prepared
by Ted.
Upcoming
Retreats & Critical Dates
To print an application please click here.
Men’s
Retreat (open sign-ups, a few
opoenings remain)
This weekend, open to men from all walks
of life, focuses on unique male issues on the spiritual journey. The retreat
will consist of Eucharist and other prayer, input, quiet time, small group
sharing, socializing, and fun within a supportive, intentional community of
men. November 20-22; $115/person
College-Age
Retreat (ages 18-21) – January 8-10, 2010
Cleaning
Weekend (open, limit 30) – January 15-17, 2010
Young
Adult Retreat (ages 22-35) – February 19-21, 2010
***Financial Aid is available – please do not let the cost of a
retreat be the obstacle that prevents you from joining us...***
Marriage Moments and Parenting Pointers
Contributed by Susan Vogt, www.SusanVogt.net
On Marriage…
"Married couples: the grace of the sacrament of
matrimony and the spiritual power of your vows are available to you
daily." (Follow the Way of Love)
Remember, you're not in this marriage alone. Call upon these realities and
God's power.
On Parenting…
Recently
a child opened the door for me at the bank. Nice but not remarkable. Then I
noticed her brother racing ahead to press the "Walk" button at the
traffic light. Huh? It occurred to me that maybe they were having a "good
deed contest." Perhaps you'd like to propose this to your child. For one
day, challenge your kids to a "good deed race." It could become a
marathon.
Blessings to All!
The
Cape May Point
Anthony Fucci
Center Director
609-884-3829
609-884-0545 (Fax)
www.capemaymarianists.org