And Jesus wept
With Sr. Theresita Donach, CSFN and Sr Brenda Whelan, RSM
October 5 - 10, 2025
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 for times of quiet reflection, shared prayer, and a sharing of our grief journey.
This five-day retreat begins with check-in at 4:30 PM on Sunday, followed by dinner at 5:30 PM. The retreat concludes on Friday after lunch.
About the Leaders
Sr. Theresita Donach, CSFN
Sister Theresita Donach CSFN is a member of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth presently living and working on Long Island. Ministry experience has included Teacher, Pastoral Associate, Diocesan Associate Director of Youth Ministry in Norwich CT, Project Manager for Haiti for the Diocese of Worcester and founder of a non profit called Hugs and Halos, […]
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Sr Brenda Whelan, RSM
A Sister of Mercy for 38 years, Sr. Brenda is currently a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Private Practice in Orchard Park, NY. Her private practice specializes in the healing of grief and trauma. Sr. Brenda is a Certified Grief Therapist and a Certified Trauma Therapist. Before moving into private practice, Sr. Brenda was the […]
Learn more about Sr Brenda Whelan, RSMCategories : Bereavement, Catechesis, Consecutive Weekdays, Guided and Directed Retreats, In Person, Prayer