Get yourself prepared for the Christmas season with this one-day Advent retreat led by Sister Cheryl Clemons, “The Eucharist Continues the Incarnation: Insights from the Saints.”

The three-year national focus on Reviving Catholic Eucharistic Devotion has begun. Take “time apart” to reflect on how the Eucharist – the sacramental presence of Jesus with us – continues the mystery of the Incarnation, when the eternal Word of God took on human flesh. Each preparation for Mass and Communion is a kind of “mini-Advent” for welcoming God-among-us.

Various saints in Catholic history been particularly devoted to the Eucharist. Retreatants will be offered insights from some of these saints and can share their own experiences of spiritual preparation both for Christmas and Communion if they wish.

The $45 fee includes lunch. To register, contact Sister Cheryl directly, or you can register online below.

Register for The Eucharist Continues the Incarnation

Do you want to deepen your experience of God’s presence and action in your life? If so, consider joining in the prayer and conversations with an Ursuline Sister and a spiritual director, brought to you by the Mount Saint Joseph Retreat Ministry.

Belonging To Love will center on contemplative prayer for peace; within ourselves, beyond ourselves in a long, loving look at the world. We belong to Love, and you do, too! You’re welcome to join us in the Heart of Love for an evening of peace-full prayer.

These monthly online sessions include time for inspiration, meditation and meaningful conversation. This contemplative prayer program takes place on the second Thursday of the month. These are free online Zoom presentations — donations are appreciated. The time is 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. CST.

The December session is Dec. 8, 2022. To register to receive the link, email Doreen Abbott  or sign up online below.

Register for Belonging to Love