Days of Recollection

Take a day to pause and reflect upon the call of Our Lord. A Day of Recollection gives us the time in our busy lives for a quiet moment on prayer.

Praying with a Brush: A Sacred Art Workshop

With Marek Czarnecki

September 26, 2026
Enders Island
Praying With a Brush is a one-day workshop for iconographers to learn essential brush techniques. Practice calligraphic strokes, study icon structure, and explore tonal modeling using dry brush methods.

Loving God in the Night: An Introduction to the Spiritual Life According to Saint John of the Cross

With Fr. Michael Bovino

October 14, 2026

Delve into the profound spiritual wisdom of Saint John of the Cross in this reflective Day of Recollection. Through insightful talks and quiet moments of prayer, participants will explore the themes of trust, surrender, and love in the midst of spiritual trials and uncertainties. This retreat offers an accessible introduction to the transformative journey of […]

Panel Preparation and Gesso making for Egg Tempera and Icon Painters

With Marek Czarnecki

October 17, 2026
Enders Island
In this hands-on, one-day workshop, iconographer Marek Czarnecki will guide you through the traditional process of making true artist’s gesso. Learn to apply linen and build up multiple layers of gesso on a Baltic birch panel, preparing it for egg tempera painting.
Dahlia

Autumn reflections: A Season of Change and Transformation

With Julie Alnwick and Christian Careb

November 4, 2026
After a growing season of sensationally brilliant dahlias, the period of dormancy that autumn precedes is a time for regeneration that helps prepare for the period of rest and renewal. This workshop will focus on the essential skills of putting these beauties to rest for the Winter, ensuring their renewal in the Spring.

Living in a Complaint Free World

With Sr Theresita Donach CSFN

November 11, 2026

“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 Recollectiom will equip you with the tools to understand the nature of complaining, learn practical […]

Winter Bereavement

With Fr. Demetri Belsito

December 5, 2026

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 […]

Our Lady of Guadalupe: Day of Recollection

With Maureen O Brien

December 9, 2026

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 […]

Day of Recollection with Fr. Brian Daley

With Fr Brian Daley

February 17, 2027

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 […]

The Master Plan of St. James

With Sr Theresita Donach CSFN

March 10, 2027

This lent, come and discover the master plan of St. James, known as The Forgotten Way. Togher 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 […]

Dahlia

Roots of Renewal: A Journey into Dahlia Care

With Christian Careb

April 14, 2027
Join us for a hands-on workshop all about dahlias! Learn essential skills for dividing and planting dahlia tubers, ensuring vibrant blooms for seasons to come. Whether you're new to gardening or an experienced grower, you'll gain valuable insights and take home 10 tubers to start your own beautiful garden.

Spring Bereavement Retreat

With Linda Whelan

May 1, 2027
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. 

Anchored in Prayer

With Fr. Anthony Ciorra

May 12, 2027
This retreat day will offer us  wisdom from our tradition  through prayer, reflection and contemplation. In these challenging times, God offers us an anchor that brings us  " that peace that the world cannot give"

Hope; The Gift of Human Kindness

With Sr Theresita Donach CSFN

June 9, 2027
Hope is one of the most precious gifts we can receive, especially when life feels uncertain, difficult, or filled with loss. Sometimes hope comes to us through the simple kindness of another person—a listening heart, a gentle word, a helping hand, or someone who quietly reminds us that we are not alone.

Praying with a Brush: A Sacred Art Workshop

With Marek Czarnecki

June 12, 2027
Enders Island
Praying With a Brush is a one-day workshop for iconographers to learn essential brush techniques. Practice calligraphic strokes, study icon structure, and explore tonal modeling using dry brush methods.

Hearing His Voice: A Day of Recollection

With Kathy Irr

July 28, 2027

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 […]

In the Garden of Grace: A Morning Dahlia Tour

With Julie Alnwick and Christian Careb

September 8, 2027
Join us for an inspiring day as you take a guided tour through a breathtaking dahlia garden, where beauty and grace bloom in harmony. This peaceful day will be a chance to admire the vibrant variety of dahlias and how they are cultivated.

ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS; A Day of Recollection

With Fr. Anthony Ciorra

September 15, 2027

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 […]

Praying with a Brush: A Sacred Art Workshop

With Marek Czarnecki

September 18, 2027
Enders Island
Praying With a Brush is a one-day workshop for iconographers to learn essential brush techniques. Practice calligraphic strokes, study icon structure, and explore tonal modeling using dry brush methods.

Exploring the Saints and Scriptures through Soul Collage®

With Sue Ellen Landwehr

October 16, 2027
Enders Island
A simple, creative practice, using imagery and text, SoulCollage ® can assist in the journey towards a more felt connection with God. Many in traditional religious settings long for this relationship, but need more tools. SoulCollage®is an accessible, doable practice that can reveal a wellspring of feeling, insight, and connection to the Divine.

Autumnal Transformation; A Day of Recollection

With Kathy Irr

October 20, 2027
Let go of what no longer serves you, similar to trees shedding leaves in the Fall. How do we let God change us rather than insisting on doing things “our way”. Come for a day of sharing, relaxation and renewal in the Spirit.