Upcoming opportunities from the Franciscan Federation and its members
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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)
This retreat is a perfect opportunity to step away from the busyness of life and immerse yourself in the spiritual practice of gratitude. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith,… Continue Reading Retreat: With Grateful Hearts
From Darkness to Light: Honoring the 800th Anniversary of the Transitus of FrancisOnline via Zoom Join us for the Franciscan Federation's annual virtual retreat on Saturday, February 7, 2026. This… Continue Reading Fran Fed Virtual Annual Retreat
Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis (Rochester, MN) Step away from the noise of daily life and enter a sacred space of stillness. A Day Apart is a two-part… Continue Reading Retreat: A Day Apart (In-Person; Partner Event)
Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis (Rochester, MN) at the Assisi Heights Spirituality CenterInstructor: Roxane Chlachula Enter a quiet, prayerful space to explore the healing journey of forgiveness. Drawing… Continue Reading Contemplative Retreat: Forgiving Our Self and Others (In-Person; Partner Event)
Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis (Rochester, MN) at the Assisi Heights Spirituality Center How do we hold onto hope in challenging times? This half-day retreat (in-person or virtual)… Continue Reading Mini-Retreat: Hope That Transforms Us (Hybrid; Partner Event)
Hosted by the Sisters of St. Francis (Rochester, MN) This gathering is the second of two sessions in the A Day Apart retreat series. Step away from the noise of… Continue Reading Retreat (Part Two): A Day Part (In-Person; Partner Event)