Upcoming opportunities from the Franciscan Federation and its members
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The Japanese art of Kintsugi takes broken pottery and repairs the cracks with gold. These restored bowls, formerly considered worthless, become treasured items of great worth and beauty. During this… Continue Reading Retreat: “Japanese Art of Kintsugi: Embracing Our Imperfections with Grace and Courage”
This Sabbatical is a time for rest, prayer and reflection, solitude and community with Sisters from various congregations. It is limited to 10 persons who will enjoy the beauty of… Continue Reading Spring Sabbatical for Women Religious
Is today’s social and political divisiveness weighing heavy on your heart? Are you feeling discouraged in your efforts to make the world a better place? Join with others to be… Continue Reading In-Person Day Retreat: “Grounded in Hope: Re-Energizing Ourselves for Social Outreach and Justice” with Susie Tierney
This retreat will explore the amazing ways God breaks into our everyday lives through such things as the miracle of creation, moments of prayer, relationships, joys, and adversities in our… Continue Reading In-Person Retreat: “Celebrating the Gifts of Hope and Wholeness in Our Beautiful and Broken World”
A unique retreat for religious and the laity. Franciscan spirituality is best characterized by its emphasis on relationality. How we relate to one another reveals our deepest values. In our… Continue Reading Retreat: “The Spirituality of Interdependence: Forging Peace by Being Franciscan”
Step into a sacred rhythm of quiet, prayer, and deep listening. A directed retreat offers you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with God in a peaceful, supportive setting.… Continue Reading Directed Retreat with Sr. Joan Mueller, PhD. (Partner Event)
Take a heart-centered journey into the power of the human voice to express emotion and awaken healing vibrations within Friday, Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m.–Saturday, Aug. 23, 4 p.m. U.S. Central… Continue Reading Vocal Empowerment: Reclaim Your Voice, Reclaim Your Self Retreat at Prairiewoods (Partner Event)
Join us for a transformative experience of inner peace and spiritual renewal at our Contemplative Prayer Retreat. This retreat offers a sacred space to quiet the mind, open the heart,… Continue Reading Centering Prayer Retreat (Partner Event)
Discover the Heart of Franciscan PrayerThe San Damiano Retreat Center (Danville, CA) is hosting a weekend retreat exploring how St. Francis of Assisi lived prayer—in nature, in silence, and in… Continue Reading In-Person Retreat: Kindling “the Spirit of Holy Prayer and Devotion” – The Prayers of St. Francis and Our Journey into God (Partner Event)
Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, 202512:00–1:30 p.m. EST | Online | $25 for all three sessionsHosted by the Franciscan CenterLed by Fr. Michael Reyes, OFM Take a sacred pause in… Continue Reading Online Retreat: Praise Be to You: Eucharistic Eyes on Creation (Partner Event)
Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, 202512:00–1:30 p.m. EST | Online | $25 for all three sessionsHosted by the Franciscan CenterLed by Fr. Michael Reyes, OFM Take a sacred pause in… Continue Reading Online Retreat: Praise Be to You: Eucharistic Eyes on Creation (Partner Event)
Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, 202512:00–1:30 p.m. EST | Online | $25 for all three sessionsHosted by the Franciscan CenterLed by Fr. Michael Reyes, OFM Take a sacred pause in… Continue Reading Online Retreat: Praise Be to You: Eucharistic Eyes on Creation (Partner Event)