Facilitator: Steven Blum, PhD, Benedictine Oblate.

During six Zoom sessions, we will pray with, The Showings of Julian of Norwich. Julian’s writings stem from a series of revelations she received during a life-threatening illness. She left us with the very first book composed by a woman in the English language which deeply conveys God’s love and goodness toward us. Through Julian’s uplifting and encouraging insights into God’s love, we will strive to more deeply understand how, in her words, “God is nearer to us than our own soul,” and “in falling and rising again we are ever preciously kept in one love.” The Zoom meetings will be every other Monday from 7:00-8:00 PM Central Standard Time. The dates are September 22, October 6, October 20, November 3, November 17, and December 1, 2025.
There is no cost to register and participate in this Zoom retreat other than the cost to purchase the book. Please register below.

Following the completion of the six Zoom sessions, participants are invited to register for an optional on site one-day retreat focused on Julianat St. Benedict Center on December 13, 2025, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. It includes a presentation by Father Thomas Leitner, OSB, as well as time for discussion, reflection and an experiential practice. The cost for this day is $35 which includes lunch. Registration is limited.

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

Steve Blum, PhD

Steven Blum, PhD, is a Benedictine Oblate who has served as a Dean in the Benedictine Oblates of Nebraska community affiliated with the Sacred Heart Monastery in Yankton, South Dakota. He is a trained Spiritual Director. He has recently retired from a 40-year career as a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and has taught and consulted at a variety of Universities and Mental Health agencies.  Raised in New York, he now lives in Lincoln, NE.

Fr. Thomas, OSB

Father Thomas Leitner, OSB, holds a Master’s of Religious Studies from St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO, and serves as administrator of St. Benedict Center.