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Winter 2012 Enrichment Programs

All faiths welcome! 

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"Come & See" Vocation Live-In Opportunities

January 13-15, 2012

February 11-12, 2012

March 24-25, 2012

Do you wonder where God is leading you in your vocation?  Have you ever considered becoming a sister in a religious community?  We would love to journey with you!  Please consider joining us for a 24-hour live-in opportunity where you can join our sisters for meals, prayer and sharing in an environment that is welcoming and non-threatening.  Hear the vocation stories of our sisters and learn how God "tugged" at our hearts.  We welcome you with listening hearts and hospitality.

Private rooms are available for you to enjoy, pray and reflect on God's call in your life.  Rich prayer, great food, comfortable spaces and lots of laughs await!  There is no charge to attend these live-ins.  Pre-registration is required.  Please contact our vocation director, Sister Gerard Wald at 701.355.8909 or e-mail: vocations@annunciationmonastery.org

If the above dates don't work for your schedule, please contact Sister Gerard to set up another time for your visit!  We are flexible!

Can't make one of our Come & See Live-Ins? 

  Attend a Discernment Retreat Day!

Saturday, February 4 (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

Saturday, March 17 (11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.)

Saturday, April 14 (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

Contact Sister Gerard at 701-355-8909 or gerwald@umary.edu or Sister Hannah at 701-355-8374 or hmvanorny@umary.edu

The schedule for the day will look something like this:

10:45 a.m. Arrival

11 a.m.  Morning Prayer/Mass/Lunch

1 p.m.  Quiet time with directed reading

2 p.m.  Sharing

3 p.m.  Snack and visiting with the sisters

4 p.m.  Lectio (reflection on the Sunday readings)

5 p.m.  Evening Prayer/Dishes

7 p.m.  Closing prayer

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T'ai Chi Chih®Joy Thru Movement

T'ai Chi Chih sessions are a series of slow, meditative movements that benefit the body, mind and spirit. By circulating and balancing the body's internal energy, the movements provide an effective way to relieve stress, restore balance and harmonize all aspects of one's life. These movements are referred to as moving meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. Eight learning sessions. First session is free.  Suggested donation is $50. 

Dates & Times: Mondays, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

January 23, 30; February 13, 20, 27; March 12, 19, 26

Sessions are led by certified instructor, Sister Eleanor Stockert, OSB.  Please preregister by calling Sister Gemma Peters at 701-255-1520.

 

* * Ongoing Spiritual  Enrichment Opportunities * *

Spiritual Direction - Do you desire to grow in your relationship with God and become more aware of God in your daily life?  Perhaps God is inviting you to seek spiritual direction. Your desire to deepen your relationship with God grows as you discover God's abiding love and care for you. Several spiritual directors are available. Call Sister Gemma at (701)355-8952 or 701-255-1520 for more information about spiritual direction.

T'ai Chi Chih®Joy Thru Movement Follow-Up Sessions- Deepen your commitment to daily practice by joining others each month to review movements that release stress and foster inner peace. You must have completed eight instruction sessions prior to these sessions. 2012 Dates:  (Tuesdays) January 31, February 28, March 27, April 24Sessions will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Led by Sister Eleanor Stockert

Ongoing Support Sessions on Centering Prayer - Deepen your relationship with God by joining others in Centering Prayer, a prayer of silence. Must have had Intro to Centering Prayer sessions. Each session includes centering, silence and Lectio on Scripture.  2011/2012 Dates:  (Mondays) Sept. 12, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan. 9.  Sessions will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Led by Sister Patricia Schap.

Group Retreat or Reflection - Arrange a time for reflection, prayer and/or retreat for your group.  Bring your own leader or inquire if someone from the Center could facilitate the retreat.  Facilities and lunch are available.  Call Sister Gemma at (701)355-8952 or (701)255-1520 make arrangements.

Outreach Programs - Speakers from the monastery are available to present programs in your locality.  Call for information.

Labyrinth Prayer Path Walk - Experience our beautiful scenery and prayerfully walk our outdoor labyrinth on your own.  Are you pondering your relationship with God, self, others?  Perhaps walking the labyrinth will refresh your spirit and you might find some of the answers you are looking for.  Preregistration is not required as you are welcome to walk our labyrinth any time between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Renew Your Inner Spirit at Our Hospitality Center -The monastery is a perfect place for quiet time to relax, read and pray in a restful setting.  It is a place for: individual and/or directed retreat, for self-directed renewal times, for days or times of solitude in private, for spiritual direction.

Call Sister Gemma at (701)355-8952 to arrange date(s) and time(s) that suit your needs and for further information.

 

 

The suggested donation is a free will offering to help defray the cost of our spiritual programs. However, no one in need of services will be turned away for lack of finances.  Pre-registration is required for programs.  For details on any of the above programs, contact Sister Gemma at (701)255-1520 or (701)355-8952.

 

 

 
 

Annunciation Monastery

7520 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504. 701-255-1520