At the beginning of Holy Week, we will hear Matthew’s Passion on Palm Sunday this year. We will look at what Matthew focuses his attention on. He introduces Jesus as one who saves us from our sins, that is what his name means. He understands Jesus as the Messiah who does not crush what is already bruised and broken and instead, he becomes the ransom for many. That is how he serves. And what is the significance of the other people in the story: the disciples, Peter, Judas, Pilate, even the crowds? Is there any of them in us? Reflecting on this passion story for these days may be one way of obeying Jesus’ command to “keep watch,” of touching the truth of our hearts and allowing Jesus’ death to heal and free them.

Cost:
$259.96 (Single)
$238.26 (Double)

(Includes program fee, guest room, meals and taxes)
If no bedrooms available, call retreat center to be put on a waiting list.

**If you are exempt from Nebraska state taxes, would like to arrive earlier or depart later, or require special meal arrangements, please contact us. Cancellation Policy: The total cost includes a program fee, which is non-refundable, but which can be used for future retreats.

Father Joel Macul, OSB, STL,

Father Joel Macul, OSB, STL, was the prior at our monastery in Schuyler from 2017 till 2023. Prior to that, he served as abbot of St. Paul’s Abbey in Newton, New Jersey, and taught Scripture at Tangaza College and Catholic University of Eastern Africa in Nairobi, Kenya. He now lives again in Newton, NJ.