The Carmelite nun Teresa of Ávila — saint, mystic, and doctor of the church — is one of the greatest teachers of Christian prayer. Her guidance speaks to men and women, laypeople and monastics, beginners and proficients. In this retreat, we will explore Teresa’s rich and beautiful insights on how to grow closer to God...
Restoring the Spiritual Heart of Christianity: A Mini Retreat Led by Carl McColman “I’m spiritual but not religious.” It’s a common refrain in our time, especially by youth and young adults. But this idea that religion and spirituality are somehow different is a recent way of seeing things. Historically, Christianity and spirituality would have been...
I'll be returning to one of my favorite retreat centers to lead another overnight retreat based on the spirituality of one of our greatest saints. This year we will be praying and reflecting on the life and wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola — and the rich tradition of Ignatian spirituality, which emphasizes finding God...
My dear friend Brother Elias Marechal, OCSO, author of Tears of an Innocent God, and I co-direct this retreat each year — and it almost always fills up, so if you want to come on this retreat register early. We spend the weekend praying together, reflecting on teachings from some of the great mystics, and practice...
This event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check back once it is safe for people to gather and I will post future events like this one. I am going to be co-directing this wonderful spirituality immersion program, co-sponsored by Columbia Theological Seminary and Montreat Conference Center. Click on this link to...
This event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is possible that this event may be offered at a future date or in an online form. Please visit this website again for updated information as it becomes available. I'll be returning to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA to lead...
The Franciscan Way of Prayer: Spiritual Wisdom from St. Francis of Assisi St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most beloved of all saints, and for good reason. He's a patron saint of animals and ecology, and was renowned for his compassionate care for the poor. He has been an inspiration to saints and...
WOMEN’S RETREAT “Filling Your life with God’s Love” Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023. Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Vigil mass optional 5:30 pm) Location: Newly Renovated, Regina Coeli Parish Hall 222 East Harris St., Savannah GA 31401 Cost: $40/pp, includes breakfast & lunch “Lord, teach us...
Click here to register for this in-person event. Join me at the Oratory Center for Spirituality this October for a special Friday night/Saturday retreat on "the Spirituality of Social Justice." More details to come!
Come to the renowned Montreat Retreat & Conference Center in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina (especially lovely in the springtime) for a Thursday-Sunday program on the “Wisdom of the Christian Mystics.” We will reflect on some of the teachings of the greatest mystics, from Howard Thurman to Julian of Norwich, Evelyn Underhill to...
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