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UPCOMING SILENT RETREATS
2013 Women's Ignatian Silent Retreats
June 20-23 (full)
August 15-18
September 19-22
October 24-27
November 7-10
2013 Men's Ignatian Silent Retreats
July 11-14
September 26-29
We also offer limited opportunities for 8-Day Directed Silent Retreats. Please visit our Directed Retreats page on this website, call for more information 605-263-1040 or email broomtree@sfcatholic.org
DAYS OF RECOLLECTION
In addition to our Ignatian Silent Retreat Schedule,we offer regularly scheduled days of rest and recollection led by reputable directors. These day-long retreats consist of two conferences and Mass as well as built in time for Adoration and an opportunity for Confession. Lunch is provided. There is no set cost for these retreats. Rather, we invite retreatants to prayerfully make a donation to Broom Tree. It is through these gifts that Broom Tree remains available and accessible to all. Space is limited. Register early.
TO REGISTER click the link above or for more Information call: 605-263-1040 or email: broomtree@sfcatholic.org
2013 Dates
June 25
"Bread of Life & Lamb's High Feast: Letting Jesus Feed You"
Directed by Father Tom Anderson
August 13
"The 5th Gospel: Walking with Jesus Through the Holy Land"
Directed by Father James Mason
September 17
Director & Topic TBA
October 22
Directed by Father Andrew Dickinson
November 12
Directed by Father Paul King
December 10
"Advent: Preparing for the Coming of the Lord"
Directed by Father James Mason
2013 SPECIAL RETREATS
INNER HEALING RETREAT
Directed by Jane Barz and Mike Snyder
October 11-13, 2013
Using theophostic principles to bring healing to emotionally wounded people; this retreat offers hope and freedom to those seeking a way out of hurt and sorrow. It consists of presentations and ministry for those attending. Facilitated by Jane Barz and Mike Snyder from the The Matthew Ministry. For more information about The Matthew Ministry see their web site www.thematthewministry.com
COUPLES RETREAT with Father Jeff Lorig
December 6-8, 2013
During this retreat couples will have the blessed opportunity to spend time together receiving from the very heart of God. The environment at Broom Tree makes for a perfect couples get-away...no TV, no radio, no phones or computers, just beautiful, peaceful surroundings, good food, and all the time and good direction you need to experience renewal in your marriage. Register early.
Upcoming Couple's Retreat Dates:
March 14-16, 2014
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What you can expect from a Four-Day Ignatian Silent Retreat at Broom Tree?
Starting on Thursday nights with registration at 6 pm, both our Men's and Women's Ignatian Silent Retreats generally conclude on Sundays at 5 pm.
The daily schedule contains four or five general conferences, each approximately a half hour in length. These conferences are based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Each conference is followed by a free period in which to reflect and pray on the given scripture presented and to apply them to one’s own life. There is also an opportunity for Spiritual Direction daily.
Each day the retreatant has the opportunity to participate in the Eucharist, the rosary, Sacrament of Reconciliation and Benediction. Being silent, waiting, and listening for God to speak - with nowhere to go, no agenda to keep, and no superficial social contact is the key ingredient for communicating with God. The beauty of the grounds also helps dispose oneself to hearing the Lord speak. Remember, Elijah did not find God in the earthquake, hurricane, or fire, but in the quiet breeze.(1 Kings 19:12).
Please note that not all retreats scheduled at Broom Tree are Silent Ignatian Retreats. We have the privilege of hosting many different types throughout the year.
Cost?
Broom Tree Retreat and Conference Center is sustained by the donations of the retreatants. All are welcome at Broom Tree. No one is excluded because of inability to make a retreat donation. Broom Tree's cost to provide meals and lodging for a Silent Retreat is $270/person ($90/day). We ask that you prayerfully consider this when making your donation.
What to Wear?
Casual clothing is recommended- slacks, sweaters, sports shirts, make for a relaxing weekend. Also, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring suitable outdoor wear for taking hikes on our trails.
What are the rooms like?
Each retreatant enjoys a private room, with a queen sized bed, private bath, and chair for relaxing with an over-sized window to admire the beautiful scenery God has created at Broom Tree. An Adoration Chapel is also available to share quiet time with God. There is also a large dining room and exercise facilities. We also have a gift shop and bookstore located in the retreat center.
-Sample Conferences-
The following are links to two of the Ignatian Silent Retreat Conferences given by Fr. Chris Collins, SJ at Broom Tree in 2009. They are just a sample of what you can expect from an Ignatian Silent Retreat at Broom Tree.
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THE VALUE OF SILENCE
"Silence is not simply the absence of noise. It is a necessary condition for discernment and reflection, for meditation and prayer, and for "welcoming the word" into our minds and hearts."
~ Archbishop Robert Carlson
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