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SUMMARY:Lenten Fast to End Gun Violence
DESCRIPTION:Nuns Against Gun Violence is a coalition of Catholic Sisters and their allies that affirms the value of human life through prayer\, education\, and advocacy for common sense\, evidence-based\, gun violence prevention. As Catholics\, our faith calls us to protect life. In response to the gun violence epidemic\, we invite you to participate in a Lenten Fast to End Gun Violence. This fast is both a prayer to God and a public appeal for action. We hope our coalition members and like-minded individuals will participate. Please share this invitation and complete this form to show your commitment. Resources to assist you in this fast are available at nunsagainstgunviolence.org. For more information contact info@nunsagainstgunviolence.org. Thank you for your participation. May our prayers and fast strengthen a desire for a society of peace.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/lenten-fast-to-end-gun-violence/
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SUMMARY:Spring Sabbatical for Women Religious
DESCRIPTION: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 Mercy by the Sea and Long Island Sound. If you are longing for “the something more\,” are exhausted from the demands of ministry\, or are looking to refocus life and refresh your relationship with God\, we invite you to join us for this sacred time of rest\, renewal and reflection. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration ends of February 28\, 2025. To register please download the application here. For further information please contact Eileen Campbell\, RSM at ecampbell@sistersofmercy.org.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/spring-sabbatical-for-women-religious/
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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SUMMARY:Online Lenten Journey: An Invitation for a Franciscan Contemplative Festival of Calm
DESCRIPTION:This presentation invites you on a journey of deep reflection and spiritual renewal\, exploring the contemplative dimensions of Lent within the Franciscan tradition. We will delve into six key themes\, drawing inspiration from the lives and writings of Franciscan mystics\, illuminating the path to a more profound understanding of faith and transformation. \n\n\n\nMarch 4th: Compassion – Darleen Pryds (FST and Franciscan Media)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan spirit is rooted in compassion\, a deep understanding and shared experience of the suffering of others and ourselves. St. Francis\, known for his love of all creation\, embraced the suffering of the marginalized and the sick. His example and that of many lay practitioners\, such as Lady Jacoba\, call us to step outside of ourselves and cultivate empathy for those in need\, recognizing the shared humanity that connects us all. \n\n\n\nMarch 11th: Recollection and Reflection – Charlie Brown (The Casa)\n\n\n\nLent is a season of turning inward\, a time to pause and reflect on our lives and our relationship with God. Franciscan mystics like St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare of Assisi emphasized the importance of solitude and quiet contemplation as pathways to deeper connection with the divine. They understood that true conversion begins with a profound encounter with the truth of our hearts. \n\n\n\nMarch 18th: Forgiveness – Margaret Riley (San Damiano)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan tradition emphasizes the boundless love and mercy of God\, reflected in the life of Christ. This calls us to extend forgiveness to ourselves and others\, recognizing that we are all flawed and in need of grace. St. Bonaventure\, in his writings\, encourages us to embrace humility and compassion\, acknowledging our own need for forgiveness as a way to open our hearts to the healing power of God’s love. \n\n\n\nMarch 25th: Metanoia – Kathleen Flanagan (Franciscan Ministries)\n\n\n\nMetanoia\, a Greek word for “change of mind\,” lies at the heart of the Lenten journey. It signifies a profound shift in perspective and a turning away from self-centeredness and toward a life of authentic love and service. Franciscan mystics understood that this transformation is not just a superficial change but a radical shift in our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. \n\n\n\nApril 1st: Penance of the Heart – Michael Cunningham (San Damiano)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan tradition emphasizes the “penance of the heart\,” a deeper form of repentance that transcends outward acts of self-denial. This involves a transformation of the inner life\, a turning away from sin and embracing a life of love and service. St. Clare\, through her example of poverty and humility\, demonstrated the power of inner transformation that leads to a life of genuine compassion and service. \n\n\n\nApril 8th: Reconciliation – Laura Chun (Mission Integration/Franciscan Ministries/Secular Franciscans)\n\n\n\nLent is a time of reconciliation\, a process of mending broken relationships both with ourselves and with others. The Franciscan mystics emphasized the transformative power of confession and repentance\, seeking to heal wounds and restore wholeness. John Duns Scotus\, a Franciscan philosopher\, emphasized the importance of seeking forgiveness and restoring harmony within the community of faith.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/online-lenten-journey-an-invitation-for-a-franciscan-contemplative-festival-of-calm/2025-04-01/
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SUMMARY:In-Person Day Retreat: "Grounded in Hope: Re-Energizing Ourselves for Social Outreach and Justice" with Susie Tierney
DESCRIPTION: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 re-energized for your efforts to create a more compassionate and peaceful world. Together we will “dwell in possibility” (Emily Dickinson) and draw from a deep well of hope that anchors Christian-based outreach and activism. This day of retreat at Shalom Spirituality Center will include time together for prayer and silent reflection\, small group sharing\, activities that quiet our hearts and minds and inspire creativity\, and time to immerse ourselves in possibility and hope. Please register online or by calling 563-582-3592 by noon on Wednesday\, April 2. \n\n\n\nSusie Tierney of Des Moines\, Iowa has been offering presentations\, workshops\, and retreats on the intersection of faith and justice for over twenty years. She is currently the Development Director for Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ). Prior to her work with Iowa MMJ\, Susie served as both the Executive Director of JustFaith Ministries based in Louisville\, KY\, and the Center for Social Ministry in Des Moines\, IA. She is a Lay Associate of the Sisters of St. Francis in Dubuque and spends her free time reading\, writing\, and enjoying time with her ten- and eleven-year-old children.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/in-person-day-retreat-grounded-in-hope-re-energizing-ourselves-for-social-outreach-and-justice-with-susie-tierney/
LOCATION:Shalom Spirituality Center\, 1001 Davis Street\, Dubuque\, Iowa\, 52001\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jubilee Year Prayer
DESCRIPTION:The time of Jubilee is at hand! It is a sacred time to enter a holy space where we will meet the God of Jubilee. It is a time to rest in quiet moments of reflection\, remembering the goodness and lavishness of a generous Creator. It is a time to dwell in the holiness of Jubilee time so that we can then dwell in the holiness of ordinary time. On Sunday\, April 6\, 2025\, at 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m\, gather with us for prayer and exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in Queen of Angels Chapel at St. Francis Woods\, 9201 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL Email sisters@fssh.net with questions.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/jubilee-year-prayer/
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SUMMARY:Online Lenten Journey: An Invitation for a Franciscan Contemplative Festival of Calm
DESCRIPTION:This presentation invites you on a journey of deep reflection and spiritual renewal\, exploring the contemplative dimensions of Lent within the Franciscan tradition. We will delve into six key themes\, drawing inspiration from the lives and writings of Franciscan mystics\, illuminating the path to a more profound understanding of faith and transformation. \n\n\n\nMarch 4th: Compassion – Darleen Pryds (FST and Franciscan Media)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan spirit is rooted in compassion\, a deep understanding and shared experience of the suffering of others and ourselves. St. Francis\, known for his love of all creation\, embraced the suffering of the marginalized and the sick. His example and that of many lay practitioners\, such as Lady Jacoba\, call us to step outside of ourselves and cultivate empathy for those in need\, recognizing the shared humanity that connects us all. \n\n\n\nMarch 11th: Recollection and Reflection – Charlie Brown (The Casa)\n\n\n\nLent is a season of turning inward\, a time to pause and reflect on our lives and our relationship with God. Franciscan mystics like St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare of Assisi emphasized the importance of solitude and quiet contemplation as pathways to deeper connection with the divine. They understood that true conversion begins with a profound encounter with the truth of our hearts. \n\n\n\nMarch 18th: Forgiveness – Margaret Riley (San Damiano)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan tradition emphasizes the boundless love and mercy of God\, reflected in the life of Christ. This calls us to extend forgiveness to ourselves and others\, recognizing that we are all flawed and in need of grace. St. Bonaventure\, in his writings\, encourages us to embrace humility and compassion\, acknowledging our own need for forgiveness as a way to open our hearts to the healing power of God’s love. \n\n\n\nMarch 25th: Metanoia – Kathleen Flanagan (Franciscan Ministries)\n\n\n\nMetanoia\, a Greek word for “change of mind\,” lies at the heart of the Lenten journey. It signifies a profound shift in perspective and a turning away from self-centeredness and toward a life of authentic love and service. Franciscan mystics understood that this transformation is not just a superficial change but a radical shift in our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. \n\n\n\nApril 1st: Penance of the Heart – Michael Cunningham (San Damiano)\n\n\n\nThe Franciscan tradition emphasizes the “penance of the heart\,” a deeper form of repentance that transcends outward acts of self-denial. This involves a transformation of the inner life\, a turning away from sin and embracing a life of love and service. St. Clare\, through her example of poverty and humility\, demonstrated the power of inner transformation that leads to a life of genuine compassion and service. \n\n\n\nApril 8th: Reconciliation – Laura Chun (Mission Integration/Franciscan Ministries/Secular Franciscans)\n\n\n\nLent is a time of reconciliation\, a process of mending broken relationships both with ourselves and with others. The Franciscan mystics emphasized the transformative power of confession and repentance\, seeking to heal wounds and restore wholeness. John Duns Scotus\, a Franciscan philosopher\, emphasized the importance of seeking forgiveness and restoring harmony within the community of faith.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/online-lenten-journey-an-invitation-for-a-franciscan-contemplative-festival-of-calm/2025-04-08/
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SUMMARY:Franciscan Spirituality Program
DESCRIPTION:Explore Franciscan Spirituality during this insightful monthly program focused on the life of St. Clare of Assisi. It is offered by the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart\, 9201 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, in their motherhouse auditorium on the second Wednesday morning of each month\, Sept.-May\, excluding January. For more information\, see https://fssh.net/event/15601278-2024-09-11-franciscan-spirituality-program/. \n\n\n\nParticipants will need to purchase Light of Assisi: The Story of Saint Clare by Margaret Carney\, OSF.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/franciscan-spirituality-program/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart Motherhouse\, 9201 W St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
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