Retreats
given regularly, listed alphabetically:
Apostles
of the Sacred Heart
of Jesus
Hamden,
CT
An
international congregation,
the Apostles of
the Sacred Heart
of Jesus was founded
to attain a perfect
love for God by
making the Heart
of Jesus known,
loved, and served.
The sisters follow
Jesus in order
to imitate his
virtues according
to the Gospel and
to understand the
loving secrets
of his Heart.
Retreats
are held throughout
the year in different
locations for Catholic
women 18-35 years
old who are discerning
a call to religious
life. Come celebrate
and pray with the
Apostles, connect
with other women
who are contemplating
religious life,
and enjoy time
for personal reflection
and group sharing.
Sr.
Susan Marie Krupp,
ASCJ
Director of Vocations
Apostles of the Sacred Heart
of Jesus
295 Benham Street Hamden , CT
06514
Email: ascjvocations@yahoo.com www.ascjus.org
Website: www.ascjus.org
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Carmelite
Sisters of the
Divine Heart of
Jesus
St.
Louis, MO
Carmelite
Vocation Retreats
for Catholic Women
(Age: 17-29)
Join
with the Carmelites
in their prayer,
meals and recreation.
Listen to talks on
religious life and
Carmelite spirituality.
Take time to chat
one on one with a
Sister.
What is God asking of me? How
can I respond to His love? Do
not be afraid to ask God: "What
do YOU want me to do? Make holiness
something familiar. Talk about
it. Think about it. Pray for
it.
Sr.
Mary Joseph, DCJ
Carmelite Sisters
10341 Manchester Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314) 965-7616
Website: www.carmelitedcj.org/retreats.asp
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Carmelite
Sisters of the
Divine Heart of
Jesus,
Northern Province Discernment
Weekend
Milwaukee,
WI
The
Carmelite Sisters
of the Divine Heart
of Jesus, Northern
Province offer weekends
of prayer and reflection.
This is intended
for single women,
ages 17 – 35
and will take place
at their convent
in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The
weekends enable participants
to learn more about
their Carmelite way
of life and apostolate
dedicated to caring
for the children,
youth and the aged.
Special weekend events
include the Holy
Mass, Eucharistic
Adoration, Confession,
recitation of the
Liturgy of the Hours,
Rosary and the Divine
Mercy Chaplet, workshops,
spiritual conferences,
Rosary and Scapular
making, Scripture
study, quiet private
time, an outdoor
BBQ on Saturday,
and much more.
Sr. Mary Judith Kovach
(414) 453-4040
Website: www.carmelitedcjnorth.org
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Disciples
of the Lord Jesus
Christ
Prayer
Town, TX
The Sisters
of the Disciples
of the Lord Jesus
Christ sponsor a
retreat each October entitled "Come
and See" for
single women between
the ages of 18 and
35, including high
school seniors. This
experience will include
retreat talks, the
Holy Sacrifice of
the Mass, community
prayer of the Divine
Office and rosary,
adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament,
periods of silence,
as well as time with
the Sisters hearing
their vocation stories. Transportation
to and from the airport
is provided. Information
and registration
forms are available upon
request at the below
email.
Sister
Juana Teresa Chung,
DLJC
Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ P.O.Box
64
Prayer Town, TX 79010-0064
(806)
534-2312 Ex 45
Email: Vocations@dljc.org
Website: www.dljc.org
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Dominican
Sisters of
Hawthorne
Hawthorne,
NY
(New
York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,
Massachusetts,
Georgia, Minnesota)
Come for several
days or stay the
entire week at our
Motherhouse in Hawthorne,
NY, approximately
45 minutes traveling
time from major metropolitan
New York area airports.)
We
invite interested
women who are exploring
their religious vocation
to visit us at our
Motherhouse during
one of our vocation
weeks. It is an opportunity
to meet members of
our community and
to get a sense of
the tone and tempo
of our religious
life, as well as
to become acquainted
with the nature of
our apostolate.
We
are a Catholic congregation
of religious women
living in community.
We take the vows
of poverty, chastity
and obedience and
pursue a deep prayer
life. Our unified
apostolate witnesses
to the sanctity of
life at all stages.
We nurse incurable
cancer patients in
seven modern homes.
All care is free.
Many who enter our
Community have no
prior nursing experience.
To
make arrangements,
call or write:
Sister Teresa Marie, O.P., Vocation
Director
The Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne
Rosary Hill Home
600 Linda Avenue
Hawthorne, NY 10532
(914) 769-4794
Website: www.hawthorne-dominicans.org
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Dominican
Sisters of Mary,
Mother of the Eucharist
Ann
Arbor, MI
Would
you be interested
in attending a retreat with
our Dominican Community
of Sisters of Mary,
Mother of the Eucharist?
Sneak
Preview of the
Retreat ! ! !
You'll
be praying Holy Mass,
the Divine Office,
and the Rosary with
the Sisters, attending
conferences, recreating,
sharing thoughts,
a movie and good
times, but above
all, you'll be LISTENING
TO GOD SPEAK TO YOUR
HEART during Eucharistic
Adoration. Special
conferences will
be given concerning
the Marian and Eucharistic
themes of the retreats
as well as the specific
character of the
retreat.
Sr.
Joseph Andrew, O.P.,
or Sr. Annunciata,
O.P.
4597 Warren Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI. 48105
(734) 994-7437
Email: smmevocations@rc.net
Website: www.sistersofmary.org
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Dominican
Sisters of St.
Cecilia
Nashville,
TN
Weekend
of prayer and spiritual
enrichment
Single
Catholic women between
the ages of 17-30
are invited to attend. This
monastic experience
will include retreat
talks, the Holy Sacrifice
of the Mass, the
celebration of the
Sacrament of Penance,
community prayer
of the Divine Office
and rosary, adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament,
periods of silence,
as well as time with
the Dominican Sisters.
Jesu Caritas
Retreats (for
single women ages
17-30)
Vocation Retreats (for
single women considering
the religious life)
Sister Catherine Marie, O.P.
or Sister Mary John, O.P.
801 Dominican Drive
Nashville, TN 37228-0147
(615) 256-0147
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Fr.
Kolbe Missionaries'
Annual Women's Retreat
Oceanside,
CA
The
annual retreat, held
in January, will
allow you to:
- spend
time in prayer,
in silence and
in thanksgiving
for God's providential
love and care
- experience
the powerful
love of Christ
and His Mother
Mary
- reflect
deeper on the
gift of the Most
Holy Eucharist
- become
more aware of our
total consecraction
in the spirit of
St. Maximilian
Kolbe
Price
of Peace Abbey Retreat
House
650 Benet Hill Rd.
Oceanside, CA
626-917-0040
Email: FKMinCAL@aol.com
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Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity
Manitowoc, WI
Young Adult Single Women
Lenten/Spring Retreat, and Spring/Summer Retreat
We invite you to join other young women who desire to grow in their faith and discover more about Jesus' transforming love through prayer, the Eucharist, community, music outreach, times of relaxing and sharing together. The world needs you; God calls you; We invite you to these weekend retreats to spend time letting Jesus love you! Cost, $25.
Sister Mary Ann Spanjers, OSF
Holy Family Convent
2409 S. Alverno Rd.
Manitowoc, WI 54220
920-682-7728
Email: smaryannsp@fscc-calledtobe.org
Website: http://www.fscc-calledtobe.org
† † † Little Sisters of the Poor
Western Province
Join the Little Sisters of the Poor for discernment weekends, for single Catholic women, 18 - 35 years of age, who are open to exploring the possibility of a religious vocation. These retreats begin in an atmosphere of silence with Eucharistic adoration and a guided experience of "lectio divina," the contemplative reading of Holy Scripture. The discernment weekends will include Mass, the Liturgy of the Hours and the Rosary, an introduction to the Little Sisters of the Poor, and opportunities for both one-to-one and group discussion with the Little Sisters.
The retreats are held at Sacred Heart Home,
Denver, CO; Villa Guadalupe,
Gallup, NM; and Jeanne Jugan Residence, San Pedro, CA.
Each discernment weekend begins on Friday at 5:00 p.m. and concludes on Sunday at noon. Those who desire a more extended experience of the Little Sisters' life may arrange to spend a few extra days with the Sisters before or after the weekend. There is no charge for these retreats.
The Little Sisters of the Poor are also happy to welcome single Catholic young adult women for acquaintance visits, "Come-and-see" weekends, and live-in volunteer experiences. They also offer overnight hospitality to young women on "nun-runs." Please contact Sister Carolyn to arrange for any of these opportunities.
Sr. Carolyn
303-594-7420
Email: vcdenver@littlesistersofthepoor.org
Website: www.littlesistersofthepoor.org
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Sisters of the
Poor
Pittsburg,
PA
Who: For
young women ages
18-35 who are exploring
the possibility of
a religious vocation.
What: We
will begin in an
atmosphere of silence
with Eucharistic
adoration and a guided
experience of lectio
divina, the
contemplative reading
of Sacred Scripture.
The retreat will
include Mass on Saturday
and Sunday, the Liturgy
of the Hours, the
Rosary and times
of encounter with
the Little Sisters
and the elderly residents
of Sts. Peter & Paul
Home. Please bring
a Bible, a sleeping
bag (if possible)
and, most importantly,
an open heart!
Where: Sts.
Peter & Paul
Home, 1028 Benton
Ave., Pittsburgh,
PA 15212
Sr. Martha
412-307-1100
Email vocpittsburgh@lspusa.org
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Passionist
Nuns Vocation Retreat
Whitesville
KY
Held
in July
Consecrated
Life Retreat for
single Catholic women
ages 16 - 35 considering
a call to religious
life
Come
and See! Learn about
Passionist life.
Hear vocation stories.
Visit with the nuns.
Time for silence
and prayer, laughter,
hiking, and even
a tour inside the
monastery. Visit
our website for photos
of previous retreats
and for more information.
Call
or email Sr. John
Mary, CP prior to
registering.
270-233-4571
Email: vocations@passionistnuns.org
Website: www.passionistnuns.org
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Religious Sisters of Mercy
Alma, MI
The Religious Sisters of Mercy, with its Motherhouse in Alma, MI, is a Religious Institute of Pontifical Right dedicated to the mission of the Church through the Spiritual and Corporal works of Mercy as physicians, seminary professors, canon lawyers, nurses, and teachers. Established in 1973 in response to the renewal called for in the Second Vatican Council, the Institute recognizes Venerable Catherine McAuley as its original foundress.
We invite single Catholic women between the ages of 17-35 to attend a weekend with us. This experience will include presentations, times of reflections, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, community prayer of the Divine Office and Rosary, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and experience of the common life of the sisters.
We will be having monthly retreats beginning in February. If you are not able to attend, we may be able to arrange another weekend for a personal retreat.
Sister Gilmary Kay, R.S.M
1965 Michigan Ave
Alma , Michigan 48801
989-463-6035 ex. 202
Voice mail: 989-463-6035 ex. 252
Email: stjosephs@chartermi.net
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School
Sisters of Christ
the King
Lincoln,
NE
Seek
His Kingdom Retreat
The
School Sisters of
Christ the King sponsor
retreats entitled "Seek
His Kingdom" for
single women between
the ages of 18 and
35, including high
school seniors. The
retreat, aimed at
helping the participants
to deepen their relationship
with Christ, is held
at Villa Regina Motherhouse.
There is a minimal
fee which includes
room and board. Transportation
to and from the airport
is provided. Information
and registration
forms are available by
contacting us.
Responding
to the Heart of
the King
Other
retreats, entitled "Responding
to the Heart of the
King," specifically
directed at vocation
discernment, are
held regularly. Cost
and contact information are
the same as above.
Villa
Regina Motherhouse
4100 SW 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68522
402-477-5232
Email: schoolsistersvr@juno.com
Website: www.rc.net/lincoln/schoolsisters/
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School
Sisters of St. Francis
Panhandle Franciscans
Panhandle,
TX
The
School Sisters
of St. Francis
are hosting "Come
and See Reflection
Weekends" for women
discerning the
religious life.
Retreatants will
have time to bask
in God's love by
following our prayer
schedule with a
listening heart
in prayer, adoration,
the Divine Office,
and the rosary.
This is an opportunity
to experience our
Franciscan way
of life, our apostolate,
and have some fun
too, with plenty
of time to talk
with Sisters and
ask questions.
Sr.
Mary Michael Huseman,
O.S.F.
P.O. Box 906 , Panhandle , TX
79068
806-537-3182
Email: schsrs@panhandlefranciscans.org
Website: www.panhandlefranciscans.org
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Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Eucharist
Independence, MO
"At any time of day it is time to love God." — Mother John Hau
Do you think God may be calling you to Religious Life? Have you felt an irresistible urge to give yourself totally to Christ and His Church? Have you tried to ignore it but it keeps seeping back into your soul? Then come! Come and share the support of others with the same values and dreams. And experience the miracles God wishes to work through you!
The Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Eucharist invite you to come and spend a weekend seeking to know God’s will for you. The weekends offer time for prayer (both communal and private); Eucharistic Adoration; conferences on Prayer, St. Francis and the life of a Religious; and opportunities to visit with the Sisters. The weekends are for young ladies 14-17 years of age, and single women 18-40.
Sr. Andrea Kantner, OSF
Vocation Director
2100 N. Noland Road
Independence, MO 64050
816-252-1673
Email: stfran2100@aol.com
Website: www.osfholyeucharist.org
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Sisters
of St. Francis of
the Martyr St. George
Motherhouse
in Alton, IL
Veni
Si Amas (Come
if you Love)
Discernment Retreats
Held
in Alton, IL
Designed
for single Catholic
young women, ages
18-30, who are seeking
God's will, these
retreats give participants
the experience of
life with the Sisters
of St. Francis of
the Martyr St. George,
including Holy Mass,
community prayer,
adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament,
as well as learning
about apostolic service,
community life, formation
and the ways in which
they Make Christ's
Merciful love visible
in their service.
Sister M. Beata, FSGM
Alton, IL
618-463-2757
Email: vocations@altonfranciscans.org
Website: www.altonfranciscans.org
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Sisters
of St. Francis
of the Martyr St.
George (other retreats)
Motherhouse
in Alton, IL
Discernment
Retreats
Held
at the Sisters' house
in LaCrosse, WI
For
women 17 - 35 years
old who are seeking
God's will for them.
Held each summer.
See contact information
below.
Come
Follow Days
Held
at the Sisters' house
in LaCrosse, WI
For
girls 4th - 6th
grade, and later
for girls 7th -
10th grade. Together,
we will explore:
What do Sisters
do all day? What
is an aspirant?
Why are they at
the House of Formation?
How do I know I
am called to be
a Sister? And other
questions. Held
each summer.
For
more information
on Discernment
Retreats and Come
Follow Days, please
contact:
Sister
M. Stephania, F.S.G.M.
Director of Mater Redemptoris
Convent and House of Formation
La Crosse, WI
608-788-4530
Email: materredemptoris@pngusa.net
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Sisters
of Jesus Our Hope
Bound
Brook, NJ
"Making
Life Choices — Helping
Catholic Single Women
Consider God's Call"
Sponsored
by the Sisters of
Jesus Our Hope for
one day from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. at the
below address. Day
includes talks on
the topic, time for
personal prayer,
faith sharing and
questions. Bring
a brown bag lunch. Beverages
provided.
514
Church Street
Bound Brook, NJ.
732-271-5777
Email: sisterjudith@sistersofjesusourhope.org
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Sisters
of St. Francis
of Perpetual Adoration
Mishawaka,
IN
Behold,
how good it is,
and how pleasant
where brethren dwell at one!
(Psalm 133)
- As
Sisters of St.
Francis of Perpetual
Adoration, we are
dedicated to the
salvation of souls
through ceaseless
adoration of the
Most Blessed Sacrament
and works of charity
in schools and
hospitals. We are
devoted to the
following of the
gospel and loyalty
to our Holy Mother
Church, in the
Spirit of St. Francis
of Assisi, and
our foundress,
Mother Maria Theresia
Bonzel.
- Come
and experience
the lived adoration
of a community
holy dedicated
to Jesus in the
Blessed Sacrament.
- Come
and share the Franciscan
Joy of a community
united in the service
of the Church and
one another.
- Come
and see us as you
journey to discover
the Will of God
for your life.
- Check
our website for
the dates for retreat
opportunities for
high school girls
and young adult
women:
Sister M. Lois DeLee, O.S.F.
Vocation Director
P.O. Box 766
Mishawaka, Indiana 46546-0766
574-259-5427
Email: srlois@yahoo.com
Website: www.ssfpa.org
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Sisters
of the Immaculate
Heart of Mary
Wichita,
KS
Come
and See Retreats
and Retreats
for Young
Women
Come
and see what
religious life
is all about. Any
woman 18-30 is
invited to learn
more about religious
life and deepen
her spirituality.
The weekend includes
prayer, sacraments,
conferences and
times to speak
individually to
a sister.
Any
individual or group
is welcome to schedule
a visit with us on
dates other than
those listed at retreat
weekends. During
such a time, the
visitor(s) would
follow the schedule
of the Sisters, praying,
working and studying
with us, with ample
opportunities for
questions and discussions
on discernment.
Come
to the Mary, Mother
and Guide retreat
for single women,
which will deepen
your spiritual life
by walking in the
footsteps of Mary,
our Model and Guide.
The weekend will
include prayer, sacraments,
and conferences.
These
events will be held
at the IHM Motherhouse,
Wichita, Kansas.
Sr.
Maria Jacinta, IHM
605 N. Woodchuck
Wichita, KS 67212
(316) 722-9316
Website: www.sistersihmofwichita.org |
