2015 Retreats and Programs

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1 2015 Retreats and Programs MARIS STELLA RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTER 7201 Long Beach Boulevard Harvey Cedars, New Jersey A ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth Convent Station, New Jersey

2 RETREAT DAY FOR WOMEN AND MEN RELIGIOUS 2015 Consecrated Life: The Mysticism of Encounter In this season when we are celebrating the Year of Consecrated Life, religious men and women have been called by Pope Francis to celebrate and deepen the gift of this life as prophetically understood from the margins, in the mysticism of encounter and in the challenge of Eucharistic tenderness. This day will provide an opportunity to ponder these insights through reflection, prayer, silence and input. Come to the ocean; take time to renew the continuing call of consecrated life in the depths of our hearts and in the wonder of our lives. Date: Saturday, February 21-10:00am - 3:30pm - Lunch included Snowdate: Saturday, April 18th, 2015 In honor of the Year of Consecrated Life, this Retreat Day is a gift to all religious. There is no cost to attend. Presenter: Diane Collesano SC has served in Secondary Education as a teacher/principal. With a profound interest in ecological theology, she pursued graduate studies in systematic theology. She currently teaches in the Theology Department of the College of St. Elizabeth offering courses in Spirituality, Christian Ethics and Ecology. Registration is required. Registration Due: February 5th. Overnight accommodations are available at a reasonable cost. Photographer: Patricia Dotzauer SC Page 2

3 SEASON OF LENT 2015 Lenten Weekly Holy Hour: An Hour with God Dates: Wednesday, February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1. Time: 3:30pm 4:30pm Location: Maris Stella Chapel Holy hour will provide an opportunity for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and personal prayer in silence. No registration needed. For more information: Call Photographer: Fr. Paul Schetelick Holy Week 2015 Date: Wednesday April 1st - Sunday, April 5th, 2015 Maris Stella is available for those interested in private retreat time during Holy Week. There is no formal retreat program or meals offered. There is limited space available. Reservations are required. For Reservations Contact: Sister Mary Morley SC [email protected] Page 3

4 DAY OF REFLECTION 2015 The Joy of the Gospel in Light and Color: Praying with the One Who is Gazing at You and Smiling! Date: Saturday, March 28th, :00am - 3:30pm This day will introduce you to the rich symbolism within Icons. Icons teach us the joy of living our faith. Prayer together, personal reflection and sharing will be integrated throughout the day. Come, experience the prayer of gazing before an Icon and be drawn ever more deeply into God s love. Presenter: Nadine Haines is a Graduate of Seton Hall University - School of Law. She began learning to "write" Icons with Master Iconographer, Vladislav Andrejev, founder of the Prosopon School of Iconology, in She is a Catechist for St. Mary of the Lakes Parish in Medford, NJ, where she resides with her husband. Nadine is in formation and has received the Scapular of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. Page 4 Iconographer: Nadine Haines Costs: Includes lunch Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by March 10: $25. Registration Postmarked after March 10: $30 Others: Early Registration Postmarked by March 10: $50.00 Registration Postmarked after March 10: $60.00 Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $15.00

5 OVERNIGHT RETREAT ON LOSS WITH ONE-DAY OPTION 2015 Retreat on Loss: Tumbling into Mystery with God Date: Friday, April 24th, 7:30pm Saturday, April 25th, 4:00pm One-Day Option: Saturday, April 25th, 10:00am-4:00pm Ends with 4:00pm Vigil Mass for Sunday. Honest prayer guides us through the darkness of loss illness, divorce, death of a loved one, unemployment. This day of input, reflection, and prayer will focus on the lived experience of Godwith-us, especially in the throes of whatever pain or loss has hurt our hearts and burdened our spirits. Join others on the journey. Discover the blessings of the night. Presenter: Anita M. Constance, SC, former Director of Xavier Retreat Center at Convent Station, NJ, is the author of several spiritual books, and experienced in giving retreats and workshops. She has 15 years of pastoral care experience at Saint Anne Villa, Convent Station. Her other ministries include liturgy, spiritual direction, bereavement support and pastoral counseling in parish settings. Costs for Overnight Retreat: Early Registration Postmarked by April 1st: $ Registration Postmarked after April 1st: $ Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $50.00 Costs for One-Day Option: Includes Lunch Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by April 1st: $25.00 Registration Postmarked after April 1st: $30.00 Others: Early Registration Postmarked by April 1st: $50.00 Registration Postmarked after April 1st: $60.00 Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $15.00 Page 5

6 ONE-DAY YOGA RETREAT 2015 One - Day Yoga Retreat: Receive and Replenish Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2015 Time: 9:30AM -12:30PM and/or 2:00PM - 5:00PM Give yourself this gift to receive, replenish and be inspired. Open up like an oyster shell to receive life's unlimited possibilities. Let go of stress with breathing and stretching techniques. We welcome beginners as well as advanced students. Costs: 1/2 Day: $50.00 Full Day: $90.00 Catered Lunch from Living on the Veg: $15.00 extra Facilitators: Malia Murphy and Jim Stroker Please register directly at: Island Wellness Center ISLAND WELLNESS CENTER Page 6 Malia Murphy, along with her team of experienced, certified massage therapists from Island Wellness Center, offer Therapeutic, Rejuvenating Massage, Reflexology and Energy Healing Treatments in a safe and peaceful environment. Treat yourself during your Retreat, at Maris Stella or at Island Wellness Center in Spray Beach. Costs: 30 minutes: $ minutes: $60.00 To schedule an appointment: Call Island Wellness Center

7 SUMMER PREACHED RETREAT 2015 Joy to the World! Date: Sunday, June 14, - Saturday, June 20 This retreat will offer a reflective exploration of Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation "The Joy of the Gospel" and its meaning in our lives as disciples and as Church. Quiet retreats are conducted in an atmosphere conducive to prayer for oneself and others. Quiet is maintained in the common areas and bedroom floors. There will be conversation at meals. Photographer: Jo Lynn Krempecki Presenter: Fr. George Hundt is pastor of Saint Vincent Martyr Church in Madison, NJ. Ordained in 1981 for the Diocese of Paterson, Fr. George has served in a number of parish and diocesan ministries. In addition to his regular pastoral duties, Fr. George teaches the eighth grade religion classes in the St. Vincent Martyr Parish school. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Sisters of Charity sponsored Saint Joseph Health Care System. Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by May 15: $ Registration Postmarked after May 15: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by May 15: $ Registration Postmarked after May 15: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by May 15: $ Registration Postmarked after May 15: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Page 7

8 SILENT DIRECTED/PRIVATE RETREAT 2015 Date: Monday, July 6 - Sunday, July 12, 2015 Directed: This is for those who wish time in quiet prayer and reflection and to meet each day with a spiritual director. Spiritual Directors: Mary McCormick, SC, a Sister of Charity of NY, is a writer and spiritual director. She is a certified retreat director and has conducted numerous retreats for women religious and laity. Currently she is serving on the Formation Team as vocation and novice director. Rita Woehlcke, SSJ, a Sister of Saint Joseph of Philadelphia, is the Director of the SSJ Associates in Mission. She offers spiritual direction, retreats, and programs for personal and ministerial growth. She is conversant in 12 Step Spirituality. In addition to masters degrees in literature and pastoral counseling, she holds a certificate in spiritual direction. Silent retreats are conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one's own prayer and out of reverence for one another. In keeping with this atmosphere, all meals are taken in silence. There is limited space for this retreat. All retreatants will be accommodated in Saint Vincent s. ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 15 FOR THIS RETREAT. Directed Retreat Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5th,: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5th: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5th: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5th: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5th: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5th: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Page 8

9 SILENT DIRECTED/PRIVATE RETREAT 2015 Date: Monday, July 6 - Sunday, July 12, 2015 Private: This is for those who wish to pursue their private retreat time with no formal program. Silent retreats are conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one's own prayer and out of reverence for one another. In keeping with this atmosphere, all meals are taken in silence. Photographer: Jo Lynn Krempecki There is limited space for this retreat. All retreatants will be accommodated in St. Vincent s. ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 15 FOR THIS RETREAT. Private Retreat Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by June 5th: $ Registration Postmarked after June 5th: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Page 9

10 MORNING OF REFLECTION 2015 Blessed Miriam Teresa: Her Life, Spirituality and Miracles Date: Saturday, July 25, :00am -12Noon Sanctity in New Jersey? One of New Jersey s own was recently beatified by Pope Francis. Her life and message stressed the indwelling of the Holy Trinity in each person and the universal call to holiness. Teresa Demjanovich was born in Bayonne, New Jersey, in After attending Bayonne public schools, Teresa entered the College of Saint Elizabeth in Convent Station, New Jersey and graduated in In 1925, she entered the Sisters of Charity at Convent Station. After profession of vows as a Sister of Charity, Teresa died in Saint Elizabeth Hospital, New Jersey, in She was 26 years of age. Because of her saintly life, her spiritual writings and the favors received through her intercession with God, the Sisters of Charity petitioned Rome for permission to open her Cause for Beatification and Canonization. Miriam Teresa was beatified on October 4 th, 2014, in Sacred Heart Basilica, Newark, NJ. This day will offer the opportunity to learn about Sister Miriam Teresa s life and spirituality. We will be invited to grow in our own spiritual journey through opening ourselves more deeply to our baptismal call to holiness, and to dwell within the heart of the Trinity. Presenter: Diane Collesano, SC, has served in Secondary Education as a teacher and principal. With a profound interest in ecological theology, she pursued graduate studies in systematic theology. She currently teaches in the Theology Department of the College of Saint Elizabeth, offering courses in Spirituality, Christian Ethics and Ecology and Faith. Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: $15.00 Members of Other Congregations and Laity: $25.00 Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $10.00 Registration Due: July 15th, Page 10

11 PRIVATE RETREAT 2015 Date: Monday, August 17, - Sunday, August 23rd, Private: This is for those who wish to pursue their private retreat time with no formal program. There is limited space for this retreat. All retreatants will be accommodated in St. Vincent s. Quiet retreats are conducted in an atmosphere conducive to prayer for oneself and others. Quiet is maintained especially in the common areas and bedroom floors of the houses. There will be conversation at meals. Private Retreat Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by July 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after July 20th: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by July 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after July 20th: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by July 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after July 20th: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Photographer: J.J. Christiano Page 11

12 MORNING OF REFLECTION 2015 The Camino De Santiago Date: Saturday, September 19, :00am - 12Noon Bonnie Lynch had the privilege of walking the Camino de Santiago in Northern Spain. The concept of "pilgrim" had long intrigued and attracted her, so when the opportunity presented itself, she embraced it. The Camino embraced and changed her - and continues to do so. This multi-media presentation will focus on the opportunities and challenges Bonnie experienced when walking the Way of St. James, including: historical and religious significance of the pilgrim passport" and certificate, a typical day on the trail, and Mass at Cathedral of St. James in Santiago de Compostela on the Feast of St. James Presenter: Dr. Bonnie Lynch, a Seton Associate, has been a university professor, administrator, and strategic academic planning consultant at public and private colleges and universities. In 1992, Bonnie was named Professor of the Year in Higher Education by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education [CASE]. Bonnie volunteers at Trinity Episcopal Church soup kitchen in Bethlehem, PA. Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by September 10: $15.00 Registration Postmarked after September 10: $25.00 Others: Early Registration Postmarked by September 10: $25.00 Registration Postmarked after September 10: $35.00 Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $10.00 Photographer: Bonnie Lynch Page 12

13 FALL SILENT DIRECTED/PRIVATE RETREAT 2015 Date: Sunday, October 18, - Saturday, October 24, Directed: This is for those who wish time in quiet prayer and reflection and to meet each day with a spiritual director. Spiritual Directors: Anita M. Constance, SC, former Director of Xavier Retreat and Conference Center at Convent Station, NJ, is the author of several spiritual books, and experienced in giving retreats and workshops. She has 15 years of pastoral care experience at Saint Anne Villa, Convent Station. Her other ministries include liturgy, spiritual direction, bereavement support and pastoral counseling in parish settings. Eileen McGovern, SSJ, a Sister of St. Joseph of Philadelphia, has extensive experience in educational, pastoral, social service and retreat ministries. She was the administrator of Mount Carmel Retreat House in Mahwah, NJ for 7 years. Presently she is a full time Spiritual Director and conducts Directed and Preached Retreats in New York, New Jersey and PA. Silent retreats are conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one's own prayer and out of reverence for one another. In keeping with this atmosphere, all meals are taken in silence. Soft instrumental music is played with lunch and dinner. Directed Retreat Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by September 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after September 20th: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by September 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after September 20th: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by September 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after September 20th: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Page 13

14 FALL SILENT DIRECTED/PRIVATE RETREAT 2015 Date: Sunday, October 18, - Saturday, October 24, Private: This is for those who wish to pursue their private retreat time with no formal program. Silent retreats are conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one's own prayer and out of reverence for one another. In keeping with this atmosphere, all meals are taken in silence. Private Retreat Costs: Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Early Registration Postmarked by September 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after September 20th: $ Seton Associates and Sisters of other Congregations: Early Registration Postmarked by September 20th: $ Registration Postmarked after September 20th: $ Laity: Early Registration Postmarked by June 15th: $ Registration Postmarked after June 15th: $ Non-refundable, Non-transferable Deposit: $50.00 Photographer: Claudette Scutari Page 14

15 A PRE - ADVENT RETREAT DAY 2015 The Seven Advents of Mary Mary, a woman of prayer, listened and heard God s message announced to her. We will reflect on the times she waited and in the waiting, learned to live the Angel s words to her. Mary is our companion, as we pray the waiting times of our lives. Artist: Henry Tanner Date: Saturday, November 21st, :00am 3:30pm Presenter: Patricia Dotzauer, SC, is Program Director of Maris Stella Retreat Center. She holds an MA in Religion with a concentration in Spirituality /Spiritual Direction from Fordham University. Cost: Includes lunch Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth: Postmarked by November 5th: $25. Postmarked after November 5th: $30 Others: Early Registration Postmarked by November 5th: $50.00 Registration Postmarked after November 5th: $60.00 Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $15.00 Photographer: Patricia Dotzauer SC Page 15

16 FUTURE PROGRAMS 2016 Summer Preached Retreat: Dates: Sunday, June 19 Saturday, June 25, 2016 Theme: What on Earth is Discipleship? Presenter: Anthony Gittins, CSSp ***************************************************************** Summer Preached Retreat: Dates: Sunday, June 26 - Saturday, July 2, 2016 Theme: TBD Presenter: Michael Crosby, OFM Cap. ***************************************************************** Silent Summer Directed/Private Retreat: Dates: Sunday, July 3 to Saturday, July 9, 2016 Directed: This is for those who wish time in quiet prayer and reflection and to meet each day with a spiritual director. Spiritual Directors: TBD Private: This is for those who wish to pursue their private retreat time with no formal program. ***************************************************************** Silent Fall Directed/Private Retreat: Dates: Sunday, October 16 - Saturday, October 22, 2016 Directed: This is for those who wish time in quiet prayer and reflection and to meet each day with a spiritual director. Spiritual Directors: Margaret Ellen Burke, SC Maryanne Tracey, SC Private: This is for those who wish to pursue their private retreat time with no formal program. ***************************************************************** Advent Retreat Day 2016: Date, Presenter and Theme: TBD Page 16

17 YEAR ROUND SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Spiritual direction provides an opportunity to nurture one s relationship with God through individual guidance. This is a privileged time and place to reflect with one another about one s life with God as it is lived out in daily life experiences. Sister Pat Dotzauer, SC is the Assistant Administrator/ Program Director of Maris Stella. She has served in education, religious formation, vocation and volunteer ministries. In 1998, Sr. Pat received her Master s in Religion from Fordham University, NY, with a concentration in Spirituality and Spiritual Direction. Call for more information. YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE 2015 IN HONOR OF THE YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE, SISTERS OF CHARITY OF SAINT ELIZABETH WILL RECEIVE A 50% DISCOUNT ON ALL DAY PROGRAMS HELD AT MARIS STELLA RETREAT CENTER. I want to say one word to you and this word is joy. Wherever consecrated people are, there is always Joy! Pope Francis Page 17

18 GENERAL INFORMATION ARRIVAL at Maris Stella: Arrival is anytime after 3pm on the opening day of a week-end or week long retreat. Payment will be received at the office in the Conference Center (Bayside) from 3pm-5pm. Supper is served at 5:30pm. DEPARTURE from Maris Stella: 11am on the closing day or otherwise noted in the program description. PLEASE NOTE: Linens will be provided; please bring your own towels. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please note that not all retreats at Maris Stella are silent. The type of retreat is indicated in the title description. Definitions are as follows: Silent retreats are conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one s own prayer. In keeping with this, all meals are taken in silence. Soft instrumental music is played during lunch and dinner. Quiet retreats are conducted in an atmosphere conducive to prayer for oneself and others. Quiet is maintained especially in the common areas and bedroom floors of the houses. There will be conversation at meals. Maris Stella Accommodations: Maris Stella Conference Center and Chapel are handicap accessible and, therefore, persons with special needs can be accommodated and attend day programs. Overnight Accommodations: Holy Family and Saint Vincent s offer Chairlifts on the staircases to the bedroom floors. It is expected that people are physically able to use the Chairlift without assistance. There are a few houses with smaller staircases and bedrooms on the first floor. These can be requested as a help to our guests. It is expected that people staying overnight are physically independent and do not need assistance. Directions to Maris Stella may be found at: Page 18

19 RETREAT RESERVATION FORM Mail to: Sr. Pat Dotzauer, SC Maris Stella Retreat Center, 7201 Long Beach Blvd. Box 3135, Harvey Cedars, NJ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY! Name: Address: Phone number: address I wish to make reservations for: Feb. 21st Retreat Day for Religious March 28th Day of Reflection - Icons April Overnight Retreat - Loss April 25th One Day Option Retreat - Loss June Preached Retreat July 6-12th Silent Directed - Private Retr eat (Circle Preference) July 25th Morning of Reflection - Blessed Miriam Teresa August Private Retreat Sept. 19th Morning of Reflection - Camino de Santiago Oct Silent Directed-Private Retreat (Circle Preference) Nov 21st Advent Retreat Day Please make checks payable to: Sisters of Charity I enclosed the Non-refundable/Non-transferable deposit. I enclosed the required amount of as payment in full. List any health concerns, special needs (e.g. accessibility, first floor, dietary restrictions or allergies, size of printed materials): Page 19

20 MARIS STELLA RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTER Mission Statement Maris Stella, a ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth is a center that provides a ministry of hospitality, offering space and nourishment to individuals and groups seeking physical, psychological and spiritual enrichment. Located on the Atlantic Ocean and Barnegat Bay, it is a rich resource for study and reflection on the sacredness of creation. Administrator: Sister Mary Morley, SC Phone/Fax: [email protected] Assistant Administrator /Program Director Sister Patricia Dotzauer, SC Phone: [email protected] Administrative Assistant: Tricia Carey Phone: [email protected] Website: