Biospiritual Focusing is a way of opening the whole of ourselves mind, body, and spirit to a deeper connectedness with God, others, and self. Join us to learn more about how gently being with what is present within your embodied self can open the door…LEARN MORE
Every moment is like a precious treasure for us& You know it, my God, for loving you I only have the now. (St. Therese of Lisieux). Contemplative prayer is the opening of mind and heart our whole being to God, the Ultimate Mystery, beyond thoughts, words, and emotions. LEARN MORE
This year we will read and hear Luke’s account of the Passion of Jesus on Palm/Passion Sunday. We will take this day to explore how Luke weaves familiar elements of the story together to create the image of a dying Messiah and King who forgives his enemies and brings others along with him into the Kingdom. LEARN MORE
Inspired by the Pope’s integration of science, Scripture, and history to hear the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor, this retreat will help you get a clear sense of what it means for you to take the next step as a citizen of Nebraska, to think globally… LEARN MORE
Visualize yourself with other vibrant women, tending their souls, responding to a call to pursue reflective writing as an entrance into the deeper self. ... Trust yourself, embrace your spirit, experience the treasure of expression waiting to emerge. And if you wish, consider possibilities — essays, poems, stories for you alone, or to ... Read More
When we look up to the sky at night and see the stars, we can immediately feel how amazing and wonderful our world is. ... The penetrating view modern astronomy affords with its telescopes gives us spectacular pictures of the cosmos. Together with scientific theories we come to new descriptions of the whence ... Read More
Come during mid Lent, step out in expectant faith and await the marvels of God as you retreat! ... These five days of quiet will offer blessings in abundance as you spend meaningful time with your ever present God. Retreatants meet daily with a spiritual director, gather for pray ... Read More
We invite you to join the Benedictine monks of Schuyler in their prayer and worship during the ‘Three Holy Days.’ ... Times of silence, meditation, and talks will help us focus on the mystery of Christ’s passion and resurrection and how it informs and forms our lives. ... Read More
Jesus is the face of the Father’s Mercy; Mary was his mother. ... Looking at the Biblical revelation about Mary, as well as church approved Marian apparitions, you will fall more in love with our Spiritual Mother and be well prepared for Mary’s M ... Read More
For those of us on the Path to “Emmaus” asking “now what, why, how, where?”... ... The Beatitudes invite us to open our hearts and minds to God-with-us in our daily life, teach us the broader meaning of “Give us this day our daily bread,” and coach us to &l ... Read More
Sometimes the road in life can be rough or it takes unexpected twists from where we thought it would lead us. ... We may feel stalled or uncertain where next to turn, whether as a single, or after going through life changes such as being widowed, divorced or separated. This retreat is for singles of ... Read More
This retreat will assist married couples in securing a realistic vision of how intimacy occurs through communication both with one’s spouse and with God in prayer. ... There will be conferences on the theme, spiritual direction, silence and prayer, and time for couple conversation. We encourage especially younger couples to attend. Closi ... Read More
St. Benedict’s Travel Guide. A retreat for Religious Sisters in active ministry. ... As we travel to our heavenly home we need a spiritual GPS to keep us on the right road. What are some practical guides we can glean from the Sacred Scriptures and the Rule of Benedict? S ... Read More
Saint Peter and Saint Paul are the key figures of the early church. ... However, their origin, life story, and character could not have been more different. How was it that they were able to let both unity and diversity grow in the Church? As in this day and ... Read More
This is the title of Fr. Mauritius Wilde’s latest book. ... It will be published by Paulist Press in the spring of 2019. He will read from it this afternoon. Free No registration necessary&nb ... Read More
We will be praying with and reflecting upon the various ways we resist Jesus’ relating with us. ... Two presentations will guide our prayer. These will not be lectures, but guide-helps for those interested in allowing themselves to be met and how being met can be cause for protective a ... Read More
Spiritual formation is part of life, for monastics, married couples, parents, children, and members of faith communities. ... But formation is difficult, and demands that we be accountable to others. Kathleen Norris will bring stories of her own formation, as well as those of monastics, and invite participants ... Read More
In his teachings and his healings, Jesus shows us that our mind, body and spirit are one. ... This workshop presents the latest research on how mind, body and spirit are integrated. We are literally catching up to Jesus and what many people have always intuitively known that bre ... Read More
With the twists and turns of the LABYRINTH the Holy One invites us into Sacred Space for walking in wonder and wandering into conversion. ... The marvels and "the more" or "magis" our God has for us come to light when walking closely with Mystery, even when it seems foggy. In the challenging times of today, ... Read More
For mothers and daughters, ages 11-14. ... This retreat provides opportunities for deepening the communication that is so essential for growth into mature womanhood. Sessions will help connect faith, relationships and healt... Read More
Each participant will meet individually with one of the directors every day. ... During this retreat the group will gather daily for a conference. Opportunity to join the monks for Mass and prayer. Enjoy the Center with its beautiful grounds and artwork. Massages wil ... Read More
For fathers and their sons, ages 11–15. ... This retreat provides opportunities for open communication and mutual learning between fathers and their adolescent sons along with Mass and a traditional blessing of the sons. ... Read More
This retreat for Catholic priests of all ages will address coping with scandal and mistrust, preparing for the persecution that is developing, building together a strong defense through our solidarity... Read More
During this retreat, based on St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises, Fr. Bob will use specially composed instrumental music and texts to help retreatants enter com-passionately into moments in Jesus’ Passion. ... This is a journey through death to new life. Please bring your iPod, iPad, MP3 player, or computer. (CD players may also be used but only for a few.)... Read More
Pope Francis has written, “In a special way the Psalms bring to the fore the grandeur of God’s merciful action.” ... In this retreat we will listen attentively to the Psalms of Mercy so we can experience through them the concrete reality of God revealing his love for us. Touching the richness of this b ... Read More
Those planning for retirement and retirees are invited to a retreat to explore what constitutes a full and grace-filled life in the Third Chapter. ... As in any journey, we must decide what direction we will take, what we will bring with us and what to leave behind. Nancy Hemesath will guide this process by touching on themes of grief, ... Read More
Transformation happens when couples accept and live out the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit. ... During this engaging weekend, each couple will be empowered with tools and practices that will bless their marriage with new and abundant fruit. Includes talks, personal and couple refl ... Read More
Life can be filled with surprises that change us forever!... As we walk through a dark tunnel of the unknown, we rely on our faith and trust in a Loving and Caring God who is ever present. God's love sustains us and brings us to the light, the hop ... Read More
This quiet, contemplative day will awaken and celebrate the creative process through a variety of prayer forms, scripture, reflection, walking the labyrinth, and hands-on expression with art materials.... You will be invited to be playful in your prayer life while partnering your own creativity with God’s creative Spirit. Very simple art materials (paint, collage, and clay) will be ... Read More
Fear, doubt, anger, and pain are things we all encounter. ... We can’t see the bigger picture, as God does. There is a veil of mystery surrounding our hearts as we pursue the great plans that He has for us. Come to this retreat for women ... Read More
“Prayer is sitting in silence until it silences us, choosing gratitude until we are grateful, and praising God until we ourselves are an act of praise” (Richard Rohr). ... In contemplative prayer, we divest our minds of all thoughts and images in order to receive the pure and simple light of God directly into the summit of our souls. This retreat involves ... Read More
Learn from those who have gone before us “what makes a saint irresistible.” ... In this retreat we will walk in the footsteps of the saints! Holiness is Contagious and no one can resist becoming what God has desired for you from the moment of your conception. May Go ... Read More
The Saint John’s Bible is the first handwritten bible, commissioned by a Benedictine monastery, in more than five hundred years. ... It is written on approximately 1,150 pages and includes one hundred sixty major illuminations. A copy of the large, seven-volume leather bound Heritage Edition, which is a fine art repro ... Read More
In spite of every day challenges in one’s personal journey, the struggles are stepping stones to encounter God’s faithfulness toward us that fills the heart with gratitude. ... In selected Scripture passages, especially Psalm 23, we will focus on our journey. The day includes time for reflection, journaling and sharing. ... Read More
Learn from the lives and teachings of the great mystics St. Hildegard of Bingen and Julian of Norwich!... The sessions consist of initial lecture, individual silent reading of selected texts from the saints, small-group discussion and big group sharing. The Holy Eucharist will be celebr ... Read More
Married couples are invited for Mass at the chapel of St. Benedict Center, followed, at 6:00 p.m., by a delicious and festive four-course Valentine s Day Dinner prepared by Mark and Patty Bosh.
Advance Reservation and Pre-payment Required. LEARN MORE
Their orderly care during your lifetime represents financial management. Their disposition after your lifetime is called estate settlement. Deciding in advance how this will be done is known as estate planning. Capitalize on this opportunity to learn how to plan your estate. LEARN MORE
A saint is a person who feels drawn to God with ever greater intensity. We are all saints in the making, and our witness of faith, rooted in our baptism, must inspire others. The true Gospel is a volatile gift, making our mediocrity explode into bits of rubble! LEARN MORE
A special two-week opportunity to do Christmas Shopping at the Center. Opening Hours: Mon.-Fri. 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A great variety of crafts and gifts made by area artists will be on sale. Book and Gift Store will be open Mon.-Fri. 10 AM – 4 PM; Sat. 9:30–10:45 AM, 1–4 PM; Sun. 1–3 PM.
Free/No Registration Necessary. We do offer lunch reservations with advanced notice. LEARN MORE
View a wonderful display of nativity scenes!
Everyone is invited to make a pilgrimage to St. Benedict Center at the beginning of the Year of the Family, to view very beautiful nativity scenes from the Holy Land, from Africa, Asia, South & North America and Europe and to pray for our families. There is no charge.
Advent is the beginning of a new Church year; it is also a new year for you and God to walk your spiritual path together. This retreat gives you a process rooted in Ignatian Spirituality to review your year, gather wisdom from it, listen for the callings on your heart, and articulate new goals for the coming year. LEARN MORE
If we cooperate with the grace of the Holy Spirit, we become more and more like Christ. Sometimes we lose the passion of our first love for the Gospel. For this reason, we need to be re-evangelized in order to receive a greater outpouring of the Holy Spirit. LEARN MORE
“And I sensed that learning how to pray consists in learning how to be silent and that love only begins where no gift can be expected anymore” (A. de Saint Exupéry). In contemplative prayer, we divest our minds of all thoughts and images in order to receive the pure and simple light of God directly into the summit of our souls. LEARN MORE
“The fullness of joy is to behold God in everything” (Julian of Norwich). What does it mean to live life to its fullest? Is it possible to always live with joy? Explore the paradox of embracing joy and sadness, light and darkness, birthing and dying, God in all and God within...LEARN MORE
Piano technician and collector Steve Misener: from Stockholm, SD will be sharing a portion of his unique personal collection of musical instruments. This exhibition will focus on keyboard instruments, which either have a connection to a Classical or Romantic Era composer or are from those musical time periods. LEARN MORE
Piano technician and collector Steve Misener from Stockholm, SD will be sharing a portion of his unique personal collection of musical instruments. This exhibition will focus on keyboard instruments, which either have a connection to a Classical or Romantic Era composer or are from those musical time periods. LEARN MORE
St. Ignatius Loyola invites us to use our imagination while praying with Scripture, to picture a particular biblical scene as if we were standing right there: What do I see, hear, smell, etc.? During this retreat, based on St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises, Fr. Bob will use specially composed instrumental music and texts...LEARN MORE
Piano technician and collector Steve Misener from Stockholm, SD will be sharing a portion of his unique personal collection of musical instruments. This exhibition will focus on keyboard instruments, which either have a connection to a Classical or Romantic Era composer or are from those musical time periods LEARN MORE
Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation begins with the words, “The joy of the gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus.” This retreat will be about what helps us to know Jesus more intimately, to love him more deeply, and to follow him more closely.... LEARN MORE
The healing of our negative emotions is a gift from God and a fruit of prayer, but it is also an inner task. This retreat will help you understand the power and purpose of anger. You will learn how to detox anxiety, fear, grief, shame and guilt. You will establish a personal health care program, learn how to forgive and let go of the past. LEARN MORE
n its simple pattern, the labyrinth captures many aspects of life: journey, rhythm, discovery, change, trust and our movement inward to sacred space. Come walk the labyrinth that opens one to fresh ways of praying. Experience how its loops and backtracks help one gain perspective in the design and journey of life. LEARN MORE
This retreat for fathers and their sons, ages 11–15, provides opportunities for open communication and mutual learning between fathers and their adolescent sons along with Mass and a traditional blessing of the sons. LEARN MORE
As a couple draw closer to one another and to Christ, the fruit of their intimacy is palpable. Such intimacy leaves the couple in peace. This peace becomes the foundation not for ‘sleepiness’ or lethargy but an ignition for striking out anew and heading into the deep with Christ. The retreat will give married couples input on what this peace is, how it is attained...LEARN MORE
This retreat, for mothers and daughters, ages 11-14, provides opportunities for deepening the communication that is so essential for growth into mature womanhood. Sessions will help connect faith, relationships and healthy loving in ways that are rooted in gospel teaching and relevant today. This fun weekend includes outdoor activities, weather permitting. LEARN MORE
Henri Nouwen embodied soul care—in the way he cared for his own soul and the souls of others. In this retreat we will focus on how we, too, can engage in deep, personal soul work. Through Nouwen’s rich insights and lived example we will learn how to care primarily for our own souls in order that we can more effectively companion other souls in their spiritual journey... LEARN MORE
Most of us long to dance peacefully through life with grace and beauty. We want to shine in every storm and be perfect; however, this is not to be in this life. Bring to this retreat for women of all ages your lives' most imperfect places and we will discover how God sees us, beautiful daughters, unfinished but able to rest in God to transform us... LEARN MORE
During this retreat the group will gather daily for a conference. Each participant will meet individually with one of the directors every day. Opportunity to join the monks for Mass and prayer. Enjoy the Center with its beautiful grounds and artwork. LEARN MORE
Ruth, the young Moabite widow, had noticed the deep faith of her mother-in-law Naomi and chosen to come into full covenant with Naomi’s love, the one true God and husband of Israel. God’s amazing grace provided her with a new human love as well. United with her new husband Boaz, Ruth became King David’s great grandmother and part of Jesus’ Royal Messianic line. LEARN MORE
This is a prayer-retreat, not a “lecture series” or “workshop”. Retreatants will receive encouragement and direction to allow the “Imageless” God to meet, embrace and enliven the pray-er. Much space and time will be available for the “Seeker” to be sought and found. LEARN MORE
Evangelization is the buzzword of the day, but most of us don't feel very equipped to share the good news of Jesus Christ. This day of reflection will focus not only on what the Church means by evangelization, but will equip disciples with the basic tools necessary to help others have a life-transforming encounter with Jesus Christ. LEARN MORE
This is the last one of the 74 Tools of the Spiritual Craft that St. Benedict mentions in Ch. 4 of his Rule. They extend from placing one’s hope in God alone to never turning away when someone needs our love. During this retreat for religious sisters in active ministry we will be inspired and guided by Benedict’s reliance on the power of trusting and persistent prayer...LEARN MORE
Mary has a very special place in our faith and in our hearts. As the mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, she was closer to him than anybody else. She has become an example of humility, courage, and faithfulness. We can learn from her, and she will intercede for us. LEARN MORE
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I consecrated you” (Jeremiah 1:5a). Our God and Father creates us with love, tenderness and delightful purpose. Whether single, widowed, separated or divorced, His loving arms stretch out with love to us. This retreat day for singles of all ages is for all those who want to discover, explore or deepen in this tremendous love of God and be loved! LEARN MORE
Often couples believe they have to “work hard” to remain in love, to not lose sight of one another in today’s busy culture. True we have to will our love for one another, but this willing is more gift than task and Christ is eager to help us remain in love with one another…more than eager. LEARN MORE
We invite you to join the Benedictine monks of Christ the King Priory, Schuyler, in the celebration of the Sacred Paschal Triduum. The Hours of Prayer and the special liturgies of these Three Holy Days will be complimented by times of silence and reflection on the Scripture readings of this central feast of our Church’s Liturgical Year. LEARN MORE
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