Maureen OBrien

Maureen O’Brien is the author of the spiritual memoirs “What Was Lost: Seeking Refuge in the Psalms” and “Gather the Fragments: My Year of Finding God’s Love”.  A regular contributor to GrottoSt. Anthony Messenger, and Pause and Pray, she has published a novel (“b-mother), and a chapbook of poems (“The Other Cradling”); her award-winning short stories and poems have been published widely in magazines and anthologies.  After teaching Creative Writing to teenagers in Connecticut for twenty-five years, she now presents inspirational readings and workshops. Recent pilgrimages to Italy have widened and deepened her faith.

Upcoming Programs by Maureen OBrien

Day of Recollection: Star of the Sea

May 14, 2025
Join us for a day-long retreat to deepen your connection with the Blessed Mother. Reflect on scripture, meditate on her holy presence, and discover new pathways to her love. Through shared sessions, journaling, and contemplative movement around the island, encounter Mary as Mystical Rose, Star of the Sea, and more.

Living the Spirituality of Mary

May 16 - 18, 2025
Immerse yourself in a weekend retreat to deepen your connection with the Blessed Mother. Through scripture, reflection, and contemplation, experience her love and presence on the island. Ponder her titles like Mystical Rose and Star of the Sea while engaging in prayer, journaling, and contemplative movement around the sacred grounds.

Journaling to the Beloved: An Individual Guided Retreat

September 21 - 24, 2025
This retreat offers guided journaling to deepen your relationship with God. Using themed prompts based on the Psalms, Miracles of Jesus, insights from saints, and spiritual writings, you’ll be inspired to write with truth and beauty. Whether new to journaling or experienced, find space for reflection and connection with the Beloved. A journal will be provided.

Practicing Life with the Serenity Prayer

November 7 - 9, 2025
Join us for a serene weekend retreat reflecting on the Serenity Prayer and its deep connection to 12 Step Recovery. Explore the themes of serenity, acceptance, change, wisdom, and courage, and discover how this prayer can guide and inspire your life with renewal and strength.