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Join us for an evening with Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J., Director of the Vatican Observatory and President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation. He will discuss his work at the Observatory, whose roots go back to the Gregorian Reform of the Calendar in 1582. As scientists supported by the Church, its modern mission is just to […]

“Go from being a person who whines to being a person who shines!” Will Bowen   Complaining is a common habit, with most of us doing it 10 to 30 times daily. Ready to break free? This engaging Day of Recollection will equip you with the tools to understand the nature of complaining, learn practical […]

For many elderly adults and individuals with physical limitations, the simple joy of moving through God’s creation can feel out of reach. Cycling Without Age restores that grace. Using specialized, pedal-assist trishaws, passengers sit comfortably in a front-facing seat designed for open interaction, safety, and panoramic views. As our trained volunteer "pilots" pedal around the […]

"There is a crack in everything God has made." ( Ralph Waldo Emerson). We recognize that our human frailty, including the struggle with addiction, reveals the places where God's grace enters and transforms us. It is through our brokenness that we encounter His mercy and healing light. Embracing a "spirituality of imperfection," we journey toward […]

Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come […]

In this Day of Recollection we will immerse ourselves in the beauty and grace of Our Lady of Guadalupe. As we await in the darkness of Advent, we will consider her timeless question, “Am I not here, I who am your mother?” We will revisit her miraculous apparition in Mexico in 1531, a story of […]

All relationships involve "give and take". Do you find you are giving too much of yourself away to others?  Or are you more of a "taker" in your relationships? The 11th Step guides us towards healthy awareness of ourselves and our Higher Power so that we may be in right relationship with self, God and […]

Take a day to pause and reflect upon the call of the Lord. A Day of Recollection provides a quiet moment of prayer in our busy lives. Make some time for yourself and God, share good food, company, and a quiet place to reflect and appreciate your faith.  The day will begin with Mass at […]

This lent, come and discover the master plan of St. James, known as The Forgotten Way. Together we will journey and experience what he means by "Someone who does not trip up in speech has reached perfection." (James 3:2) His plan will teach us how changing your words can transform your life, and that of […]

We say, "It works if you work it" — but how? This retreat explores, from a modern spiritual perspective, the core spiritual movements accomplished through the Twelve Steps. Drawing on the twelve spiritual movements in Richard Rohr's Breathing Under Water and the seven spiritual movements found in the life and spirituality of Venerable Matt Talbot, […]

Join us for a profound immersion into the Paschal Mystery. This retreat offers a rare opportunity to step away from the noise of the world and walk the path of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection. We invite you to stay with us from Holy Thursday through Easter Sunday for a retreat dedicated to the greatest story ever […]

At Enders Island, all of our workshops are grounded in the Theology of Sacred Art. Each class is specially designed to teach the history and techniques of the discipline in a way that is both accessible to the beginner and challenging for the experienced artist. All workshops are paced so that participants leave with a […]

  Wisdom and spiritual insights come to us, sometimes in small doses and sometimes in large. We’ll combine your insights from your prayer life to write short devotional stories that can bring joy, healing, or understanding to others. We’ll learn that even those times of questioning, dryness in our faith, or desolation, can be written […]

Join us for a weeklong emersion into the Sacred Heart devotion through painting and meditation. We will begin with an introduction to the devotion in scripture, history and art, providing a solid foundation for meditation throughout the week.  Artists will be invited to choose from a selection of master works to paint, focusing either solely […]

This retreat is ideal for those seeking to deepen your prayer life, discern God’s will, or experience spiritual renewal. Tailored to your unique needs, the directed retreat offers a flexible and transformative journey. Whether you are new to prayer or have an established spiritual practice, this retreat provides an opportunity to encounter God’s presence in […]

"What's my purpose in life?" Why do we keep searching for it when it is already embedded in our spirit? Our job is to appreciate how God reveals it to us through the choices we make throughout our lives. We are not meant to search for our purpose, but rather to recognize how it unfolds […]

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Based on John 10:10 we will examine what living life in the Spirit means to us. What are the distractions, worries and attachments that kill a life intended to be lived […]

Take a day to open your heart to the everyday signs of God’s still small voice. Deepen your prayer life and find ways to create silence and tune your soul toward the Creator. The day will begin with Mass at 9 am in The Chapel of Our Lady of the Assumption. From there, please follow […]

 Find quiet and let God stir your soul as you enjoy time away from the distractions and worries of everyday life. Rest and refresh. Receive spiritual direction daily. Eat wonderful food and give yourself an opportunity for growth. This retreat is ideal for those seeking to deepen your prayer life, discern God’s will, or experience […]

Español Escuchar, discernir y responder al amor de Dios Inspirado en los Ejercicios Espirituales de san Ignacio de Loyola Este día de retiro, inspirado en los Ejercicios Espirituales de san Ignacio de Loyola, se centra en el encuentro personal con Dios, el reconocimiento de su amor y el discernimiento de su voluntad. A través de dos conferencias, momentos de oración y reflexión personal, la Santa Misa y la adoración eucarística, los participantes serán guiados en un camino espiritual de gratitud, escucha y respuesta a la llamada de Cristo, buscando integrar la fe en su vida cotidiana. English Listening, Discerning, and Responding to God's Love Inspired by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola This Day of Recollection, inspired by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, focuses on a personal encounter with God, recognizing His love, and discerning His will. Through two spiritual conferences, moments of prayer and personal reflection, Holy Mass, and Eucharistic Adoration, participants will be guided through a spiritual journey of gratitude, attentive listening, and response to Christ’s call, seeking to integrate their faith into daily life. Take a day to pause and reflect upon the call of the Lord. A Day of Recollection provides a quiet moment of prayer in our busy lives. Make some time for yourself and God, share good food, company, and a quiet place to reflect and appreciate your […]

A Women’s Step 3 & Step 11 Retreat:  Exploring what it means to turn it over - and how to stay connected once we do!   Step Three invites us to make a decision: to turn our will and our lives over to the care of a Power greater than ourselves. Step Eleven invites us into […]

  This retreat will invite us into the heart of God through the Beatitudes. The teachings of Jesus show us a way of living where we encounter others with a passionate and  practical  presence  in everyday life. Ender’s Island is the perfect setting for deepening your relationship with God and renewing your faith in the hope […]

INTRODUCTION TO MOSAIC ART This workshop will introduce and teach the students the basic technique, tools and materials involved in creating a mosaic artwork. This workshop covers design/layout, cutting material, adhesives, substrates, and grouting. Students will be introduced to the direct method with a variety of materials and encouraged to experiment with color and texture to […]

Welcome to the pathway for peace and sobriety! This Eleventh Step Retreat  will bring us through the doorway of the beatitudes that Jesus ( or your Higher Power) offers us as a way of not just being sober but living a sober-filled life.   Enders Island has long been steeped in the traditions and spirituality […]

This retreat day will open the treasures and teachings of some holy women and men who have gone before us. We stand on the shoulders of giants who offer us practical, down-to- earth wisdom for the spiritual journey Take a day to pause and reflect upon the call of the Lord. A Day of Recollection […]

In this class you’ll paint the Greek letters, Alpha and Omega, symbols used throughout the Book of Revelation to represent our Lord as the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last, and the Eternal Word. This design combines Lombardic capitals with a scrolling acanthus motif painted with gouache. Gilding, tooling, and filigree techniques […]

Every marriage has seasons that test us. This marriage retreat is an opportunity to pause and reconnect. Through meaningful conversations, reflection, and time together, couples will explore how to become stronger sources of support for one another when life gets difficult.  Together, we’ll discover ways to listen with compassion, communicate through conflict, and encourage each […]

Learn from Master Stained Glass artist, Fabio Pizzol, in this in-depth, hands-on workshop that focuses on creating a stained glass window from start to finish. Whether you're a beginner or advanced artist, Fabio will work with you one-on-one, sharing his knowledge and skills to help you create beautiful stained glass pieces. You won't want to […]

At Enders Island, all of our workshops are grounded in the Theology of Sacred Art. Each class is specially designed to teach the history and techniques of the discipline in a way that is both accessible to the beginner and challenging for the experienced artist. All workshops are paced so that participants leave with a […]

Enders Island has long been steeped in the traditions and spirituality of the Twelve Step Program which had it's beginnings in 1935 with the birth of AA. Our Recovery Retreats provide a unique opportunity for individuals to encounter and accompany one another as a recovery community seeking to live out the twelve steps, with particular […]