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Theme Retreat 2009-2010 "When Worlds Collapse, What Can a Just Person Do?" (Click title for flyer) This question was asked thousands of years ago by the author of psalm 11. Many people ask the same question today. How does a just person, honestly struggling with faith and our economy, deal with all this upheaval? So many things we counted on just aren't there the way they used to be - like financial stability in our country (whatever happened to our pension plan?) or turst in our churchs (whatever happened to easy belief?). We're the questioning psalmist of today! Come with your questions to this retreat to discover the light, the hope that shines in the darkness. We're in this together! Presented by the staff of St. Anthony's. Begins with a 7:00 p.m. supper on Friday evening and ends with the noon meal on Sunday. Offering: $150.00. |
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(Click title for flyer) July 9-12, 2009 The Lord invites each of us to take some time away in the quiet for deep prayer, listening, rest, and renewal. On a directed retreat, one accepts this invitation by walking through the days of retreat with an experienced spiritual companion or director. The director meets with the retreatant daily to listen to his/her prayer and life experiences and to assist in discerning the movement of the Spirit in the retreatant's life. Scripture may be used as a basis for prayer, reflection, and meditation; however, the director may suggest other resources as well. Daily Liturgy and communal prayer services are provided. (Directors include Fr. Dan Crosby, Fr. Tom Zelinski, Mary Testin and Connie Sprague) Begins with 5:30 p.m. supper on the first evening of the session and concludes with the noon meal on the final day of the session. Offering:$225.00 ($75.00 per day) |
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(Click title for flyer) July 12-18, 2009 The Lord invites each of us to take some time away in the quiet for deep prayer, listening, rest, and renewal. On a directed retreat, one accepts this invitation by walking through the days of retreat with an experienced spiritual companion or director. The director meets with the retreatant daily to listen to his/her prayer and life experiences and to assist in discerning the movement of the Spirit in the retreatant's life. Scripture may be used as a basis for prayer, reflection, and meditation; however, the director may suggest other resources as well. Daily Liturgy and communal prayer services are provided. (Directors include Fr. Dan Crosby, Fr. Tom Zelinski, Mary Testin, Sr. Sharon Roedl, SSND, Dr. Jolynn Brehm, FSPA, and Fr. Ron Smith, former Director of St. Anthony's) Begins with 5:30 p.m. supper on the first evening of the session and concludes with the noon meal on the final day of the session. Offering:$450.00 ($75.00 per day) |
Recovering Alcoholic Retreat and Al-Anon Retreat Weekend "Theme: Steps 1-3 Living with Your Higher Power " (Click title for flyer) July 24-26, 2009 St. Anthony's will be offering two anonymous retreat this weekend-one for recovering alcoholics and one for Al-Anon. These programs will be running at the same time but in different sessions of the facility. We will have the same theme. In addition there will be communal meals, prayer celebrations and a common healing service Saturday evening. Presented by the staff of St. Anthony's. Begins with a 7:00 p.m. supper on Friday evening and ends with the noon meal on Sunday. Offering: $150.00. |
Young Adult Retreat "A Search for a Meaningful Life" (Click title for flyer) August 21-23, 2009 Follow your bliss said Joseph Campbell, but what does that really mea? How do we find work that also feeds our passion? And what does it mean to be passionate? Join other young adults for a weekend gathering as we explore the many choices that face our careers, relationships and faith. For young adults in their 20's and 30's. (Have kids? Know they are welcome. Just call us in advance so we can talk about your needs. There is no additional charge for kids under 6 years old). Led by a team of young adults. Begins at 8:00 p.m. Friday and concludes Sunday with the noon meal. Offering: $125.00. "A |
Theme Retreat (for Women) "When Worlds Collapse, What Can a Just Person Do?" (Click title for flyer) September 25-27, 2009 This question was asked thousands of years ago by the author of psalm 11. Many people ask the same question today. How does a just person, honestly struggling with faith and our economy, deal with all this upheaval? So many things we counted on just aren't there the way they used to be - like financial stability in our country (whatever happened to our pension plan?) or turst in our churchs (whatever happened to easy belief?). We're the questioning psalmist of today! Come with your questions to this retreat to discover the light, the hope that shines in the darkness. We're in this together! Presented by the staff of St. Anthony's. Begins with a 7:00 p.m. supper on Friday evening and ends with the noon meal on Sunday. Offering: $150.00.
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Serenity Retreat "Theme: Steps 4-7 Living with Yourself" (Click title for flyer) Ocotber 2-4, 2009 The retreat is open to all recovering alcoholics (men and women) of any denomination or persuasion. Included are talks, discussions, and opportunities for private consultation with team members. Participants are assisted in discovering the joy and serenity of the spiritual substance of the AA program. Begins with 7:00 p.m. supper on Friday and concludes with mid-day meal on Sunday. Offering: $150.00. |
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Elderhostel "Celebrating Francis of Assisi and North Central Wisconsin's Autumn Beauty " October 4-9, 2009 Discover the times and legacy of St. Francis of Assisi while immersing yourself in the autumn splendor of north-central Wisconsin. The St. Anthony Retreat Center provides an idyllic backdrop against which to learn about the Franciscan tradition as qualified instructions take you from St. Francis' childhood up to his role as patron saint of ecology during strolls on the retreat center's campus, as well as nearby at one of Wisconsin's loveliest autumn spots. Let the spirit of Francis and the beauty of fall foliage add to your sense of grateful stewardship. Learn about Franciscan art and artists past and present and hear a harp music performance by a Franciscan sister. Presenters: Fr. Dan Crosby and other professionals. Program in association with St. Anthony Retreat Center. Cost: $598.00 includes 5 nights and 3 meals each day. Commuters (no overnight accommodations but includes meals): $423.00. Registration must be made through Elderhostel. For further information contact Elderhostel directly. http://www.elderhostel.org/programs/programdetail.asp?RowId=1%2D4NIIGR&DateId= |
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Circle of Life Series
(Flyer not available at this time) October 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2009 Information will follow!
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Healing Evening October 12, 2009 Do you need God's healing touch? These Evenings will consist of a conference, time for private reflection, liturgy, and prayers for healing along with an anointing. All are welcome! No registration. Presented by Fr. Tom Zelinski, OFM, Cap Begins at 7:00 p.m. and concludes at 9:00 p.m. Free will offering
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Evening for Women (Click title for flyer) October 13, 2009 Come and spend an autumn evening of prayer and healing. We are reminded that no matter what, we are never alone. Evening will include a presentation, reflection time and prayer for healing. Those attending may bring one or more blankets to be blessed for your use or to be passed on. Mary Yessa is experienced in working with people of all ages and is herself a wife, mother and grandmother. Presented by Mary Yessa and Fr. Tom Zelinski. Begins with a light supper at 6:00 p.m. and concludes by 9:00 p.m. Social will follow for those who wish to stay. Offering: $25.00.
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Franciscan Living Retreat "Francis and Clare: Shared Vision That Transforms" (Click title for flyer) October 16-18, 2009 Most everyone knows of the friendship between the two great saints of Assisi: Francis and Clare. What lasting, beautiful effects this has had on our Church and our Franciscan history! What was this friendship, really? What were its joys, its struggles? In what ways does it invite and challenge us to explore our own relationships--so they can transform us and help transform our world? Presented by Fr. Dan Crosby, OFM Cap and Sr. Jolynn Brehm, FSPA. Begins with 7:00 p.m. meal on Friday; concludes with Sunday noon meal. Offering: $150.00. |
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Theme Retreat (Women and Men) "When Worlds Collapse, What Can A Just Person Do?" (Click title for flyer) October 23-25, 2009 This question was asked thousands of years ago by the auther of psalm 11. Many people ask the same question today. How does a just person, honestly struggling with faith and our economy, deal with all this upheaval? So many things we counted on just aren't there the way they used to be - like financial stability in our country (whatever happened to our pension plan?) or turst in our churchs (whatever happened to easy belief?). We're the questioning psalmist of today! Come with your questions to this retreat to discover the light, the hope that shines in the darkness. We're in this together! (Sponsored by Stevens Point Area.) Presented by the staff of St. Anthony's. Begins with a 7:00 p.m. supper on Friday evening and ends with the noon meal on Sunday. Offering: $150.00. |
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Native American Style Flute Making Retreat "I am as the flute, the breath in me is from Thee" (Click title for flyer) October 30-November 1, 2009 Come experience the making of your personal Native American Style Flute. Using your body measurements, woven together with Scripture, Stories, prayer and life sharing insights along with cedar, sage, water, fire...and Breath...the Breath of life gifted to us by God, to bring Spirit life and song through your flute. During this retreat, each participant will complete their own Native American Style Flute (NASF). NASF's have long been used in healing. Their music speaks more to the heart (emotion) than to the head (thinking). NO MUSICAL BACKGROUND IS NEEDED TO PLAY/PRAY THE FLUTE. Presented by: Mary Miller, having lost her music (prayer) expression to hearing loss, she was called by the Native American Flutes for healing and prayer for over 20 years. Connie Holschbach, a wife, mother and grandmother, was moved by the Spirit to attend a flute making retreat and has helped others find their Spirit Flute. Bonnie Burmeister, a wife, mother, and grandmother, has attended retreats at St. Anthony's. Attendance is limited to 12 participants. Begins with 7:00 p.m. meal on Friday and concludes with the noon meal on Sunday. Offering: $175.00.
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Afternoon on 2nd Half of Life (Click title for flyer) Sunday, November 8, 2009 We have spent a life-time as someone's child, spouse, parent, employee and friend. Now these relationships have changed and/or ended. How do we continue to grow and remain vital? How do we relate to what is new and unknown? How do we live healthy and engaged lives free from the worries of raising children and careers? Come and explore the possibilities for the "next chapter of your life." Presented by Susan Soriano. Sue is married and the mother of five adult children. She has been involved in catechetical ministry for over 25 years and served as a Pasotoral Minister for St. Michael Parish in Wausau for 15 of those years. Sue is recently retired and now serves on the extended preaching staff at St. Anthony's. Begins 1:00 p.m. and concludes by 4:00 p.m. Offering: $15.00. |
Quilt of Mercy "Wrapped in God's Quilt of Mercy" (click title for flyer) Saturday, November 14, 2009 Finding comfort when life seems out of control can be a challenge. Having a quilt of mercy to wrap around ourselves furing these times canh help. Come and explore what God has already stitched into your quilt, and then reflect on how you might be a quilt of mercy for tothers. Meditation with a nine-patch quilt pattern will be part of the retreat experience. Presenters: Connie Sprague and Rita Simon. Begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. Noon meal is included in the day Offering: $40.00.
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A Day of Self-Renewal Come Aside and Rest Awhile: A Day of Self Renewal "Come ........I will give you rest." (Flyer not available) Saturday, November 21, 2009 Come to St. Anthony's for a day of rest and renewal. Offerings Include: Spiritual Direction (Fr. Tom Zelinski), Poetry for the Soul (Connie Sprague), Chair Massage (Michele Shneider). YOu may just want to crawl into a comfortable chair and soak in the quiet that abounds at St. Anthony's. You choose-it's your day! Guests will meet at the beginning and end of the day. A room will be available for you. Begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes at 3:00 p.m. Noon meal is included in the day Offering:
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