Prayer
Private Retreat
Wouldn't you like to be alone with God? Jesus did, too. In the hustle and bustle of the crowds pressing him for cures, miracles, and the Word of God, the evangelists tell us that Jesus frequently withdrew to commune with His Father. At Enders Island, you can find the peace and beauty which we frequently […]
Workshop Accommodations
Please call for availability Enders Island has a limited number of rooms available for the workshop. Register here for your two night stay. If only booking a one night stay please call our Programs Office at 860.536.0565. The island is surrounded by breathtaking views of Long Island Sound and wonderful gardens to enjoy. Because […]
Advent Day of Recollection
With Kathy Irr
Married Couples Weekend
With Jeff and Karin Battiston
Please join us for a special retreat to reconnect and deepen our relationship with God, and each other. This will be a weekend to withdraw from everyday life and refocus on each other and the special gift of faith, hope, and love. Let us take the time away on the beautiful sea coast island of […]
The Enduring Ministry of Deacon-Couples
With Deacon Lawrence and Denise Duffy
A Lenten Hobo Honeymoon
With Sr. Theresita Donach, CSFN
Want to be a Hobo this Lent? The word Hobo translates to Homeward Bound; and for us, it is homeward bound to our God. This retreat will invite us to reverence the good seed and Loving Creator God planted within each of us before we were born…promising with our “yes” to bring life to our […]
Dating under God's Guidance
With Carol Vara
Come explore some tips and tools about dating with grace, confidence and faith. You may be single because of a breakup, divorce, or a death of your partner.... or it's just been a long time. Explore this process in a safe space and learn the best approaches to date with ease, positivity and faith. […]
A Day of Solitude
With Kathy Irr
The Many Pathways to God
With Andrea Hoisl
This day of recollection will explore the different ways that we can speak to/reach out to God in our daily lives. It will address the important components of genuine prayer such as mindfulness and passion, which keeps us and our prayer lives changing and growing in meaningful ways. We invite you to join us for […]
Climbing the Biblical Mountains of Hope: Holy Week Retreat
With Fr. Richard Myhalyk , SSE
The official hymn for Jubilee Year 2025 is “Pilgrims of Hope,” which prays, “Like a flame, my hope is burning, may my song arise to you: Source of life that has no ending, on life’s path, I trust in you.” Father Myhalyk will offer the Holy Week and Easter Triduum guided retreat to rekindle your […]
Climbing the Biblical Mountains of Hope: Triduum Retreat
With Fr. Richard Myhalyk , SSE
The official hymn for Jubilee Year 2025 is “Pilgrims of Hope,” which prays, “Like a flame, my hope is burning, may my song arise to you: Source of life that has no ending, on life’s path, I trust in you.” Father Myhalyk will offer the Easter Triduum guided retreat to rekindle your hope this Holy […]
Spring Bereavement
With Fr. Demetri Belsito
Day of Recollection: Star of the Sea
With Maureen O'Brien
This day-long retreat will deepen our connection to the Blessed Mother, receiving her love as we contemplate the way her visual and holy presence fills the Island and leads us to her Son. We will consider scripture (the Magnificat, the Annunciation, the Visitation, the Passion) as we encounter her here in this May abundance. Pondering […]
Living the Spirituality of Mary
With Maureen O'Brien
Relics of the Saints—A day of Exploration, Veneration, a Transformation
With Fr. Demetri Belsito
Come to learn about the Church's veneration of the relics of the saints since apostolic times. Why do we venerate the relics (bones) of holy martyrs? Why must each Altar be consecrated with having the relics of the saints in them? The relics of the saints give witness to holiness that was embodied in the flesh. […]
The Gifts of the Spirit; Living Life to the Fullest
With Kathy Irr
FREEDOM IN FOLLOWING THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT
With Sr Theresita Donach CSFN
Navigating Life's Final Journey: Conversations
With Patricia O'Connor
Join us for a Day of Recollection, dedicated to preparing spiritually and emotionally for life’s final journey. This day is designed to help you navigate the mysteries of aging, illness, and the transition from this life with faith and trust in God’s love. Through guided reflections, quiet prayer, and shared discussions, we will explore themes […]
A Week of Prayer and Peace: A Directed Retreat
With Kathy Irr and Deborah Notarianni
During their stay individuals are blessed with the opportunity to enter into prayerful silence - free from social pressures of conversation- in order to focus on their inner spiritual journey. Other than times spend with a spiritual director , or during worship , retreatments commit themselves to a spirit of quiet. All meals will be […]
A Week of Prayer, and Peace: A Directed Retreat
With Sr. Marion Scranton and Fr. Demetri Belsito
Living Simply in a Complex World
With Fr. Anthony Ciorra
As the world is becoming more complicated and complex, Jesus invites us to life of simplicity and compassion. This retreat day will offer a practical program for the Christian life in the twenty-first century We invite you to join us for Holy Mass in the Chapel at 9 AM. Check in will begin at 9:45. […]
God's Grandeur : A Weeklong Guided Retreat
With Sr. Marion Scranton
This retreat will explore how nature and God touch us spiritually. There is a field of faith and inspiration that surrounds us. We will use scripture, Laudate Si, Poetry and the environment around us to delve deeper into our relationship with the Divine.
Journaling to the Beloved: An Individual Guided Retreat
With Maureen O'Brien
This retreat will explore guided journaling as a path toward deepening our relationship with God. Themed prompts, built upon focused reflections from the Psalms, the Miracles of Jesus, insights from saints, and other spiritual writings, will inspire retreatants to respond with writing full of truth and beauty. Whether familiar with journaling, or just emerging, this […]
Slow Down You’re Moving Too Fast
With Kathy Irr
We are calling on all the worn and weary. Who among us does not need renewal these days? The demands of daily life challenge even the most disciplined spiritual seekers. It helps every now and then to press pause and get away for a little time of self reflection and encounter God outside of your […]
Resting and Reflecting by the Sea
With Fr. Anthony Ciorra
Jesus often preached and taught along the Sea of Galilee. We will get into the boat with Jesus during this retreat and listen to scriptures that his fishermen-disciples passed on to us through the Gospels. The beauty of Enders Island will be the context where we will listen to Jesus' teachings as if hearing them […]
Twelve Steps for Every Woman
With Kathy Irr
And Jesus wept
With Sr. Theresita Donach, CSFN and Sr Brenda Whelan, RSM
Take time to explore the many colors of grief. Whether through death or a life event grief is felt in many ways. Together we will look at the commonalities we all share in grief as well examine where in scripture Jesus experiences grief Himself or shares in the grief of another. This week will give room […]
The Power of Gratitude and How It Can Lead to Greater Holiness in Your Marriage
With Pat and Mary-Jo McLaughlin
Practicing Life with the Serenity Prayer
With Maureen O'Brien
The Serenity Prayer, one of the foundations of 12 Step Recovery, is built around deeply inspirational words: serenity, acceptance, change, wisdom, and courage. In this retreat we will reflect on how these words challenge and inspire us, and also see how the Serenity Prayer connects to other prayers found within the 12 steps. All are […]