“Among all the Scriptures, even those of the New Testament, the Gospels have a special preeminence, and rightly so, for they are the principal witness for the life and teaching of the incarnate Word, our Savior.”
— Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, Paragraph 18.
When we read the gospels, the good news of God’s salvation as revealed by Jesus Christ, we tend to focus on Jesus’ teachings and actions. We want Jesus to shape our lives so that we can live most fully aligned with God’s will. That makes us good disciples and followers of Jesus.
Yet another way we can strengthen our discipleship is to notice the other characters in the gospel stories and see how God works in and through them. How do they receive their call from Christ? How do they respond to it? What happens after these characters have a personal encounter with Jesus? How does their discipleship affect their families and communities? What allows them face ridicule and danger with faith?
Join us as we delve into the stories of those whose lives were linked to Jesus Christ in the Gospel. If by their connection to Jesus, they experienced transformation, conversion, and strength in their faith, so can we!
Sign up today to go on a silent weekend retreat with the Gospel Characters such as Matthew, Mary of Nazareth, the Samaritan woman, the Blind Bartimaeus, Zacchaeus, Mary Magdalene, and a few others.
Recovery Retreat, led by Deacon Pete Cornell
Our retreat leader, Deacon Pete Cornell has directed 12-step spirituality retreats nationally for over 27 years, along with men’s and women’s spiritual retreats. He is an ordained Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Detroit and is assigned to St. James Parish in Novi.
This year’s theme is “Abundant Fruits.” Take the time in a safe and warm environment to renew your commitment to the twelve steps that guide you in your daily life. We encourage you to join us to enjoy true Franciscan hospitality and spiritual nourishment as you journey along the path of ongoing healing and recovery.
“Among all the Scriptures, even those of the New Testament, the Gospels have a special preeminence, and rightly so, for they are the principal witness for the life and teaching of the incarnate Word, our Savior.”
— Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, Paragraph 18.
When we read the gospels, the good news of God’s salvation as revealed by Jesus Christ, we tend to focus on Jesus’ teachings and actions. We want Jesus to shape our lives so that we can live most fully aligned with God’s will. That makes us good disciples and followers of Jesus.
Yet another way we can strengthen our discipleship is to notice the other characters in the gospel stories and see how God works in and through them. How do they receive their call from Christ? How do they respond to it? What happens after these characters have a personal encounter with Jesus? How does their discipleship affect their families and communities? What allows them face ridicule and danger with faith?
Join us as we delve into the stories of those whose lives were linked to Jesus Christ in the Gospel. If by their connection to Jesus, they experienced transformation, conversion, and strength in their faith, so can we!
Sign up today to go on a silent weekend retreat with the Gospel Characters such as Matthew, Mary of Nazareth, the Samaritan woman, the Blind Bartimaeus, Zacchaeus, Mary Magdalene, and a few others.
Join us for a weekend retreat for married couples at Capuchin Retreat.
Our theme for the 2023-24 season is: “In the Footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi.” By delving into our Franciscan tradition, we will unravel the life of St. Francis and explore key events in his conversion and ministry. Through his life, the weekend retreat will be an opportunity to know St. Francis more deeply and to recognize those opportunities of grace in your own life, especially as a married couple. This retreat will help you deepen your awareness of God’s loving presence in the Sacrament of Marriage and move you as a couple to embrace the Gospel with evermore joy.
Cost per couple: $450 (including a $50 nonrefundable deposit)
Throughout his life, St. Francis of Assisi was drawn to the Humility of Jesus and desired to live that through poverty and penance. Time and again, he meditated upon Christ’s Incarnation, the Passion, and the Eucharist to learn Humility from Christ Himself.
During the “Food and Francis” series this year, we will reflect on these three profound expressions of the humility of Christ and learn to desire humility like St. Francis of Assisi.
Please, join us to reflect more on the humility of Christ in the Eucharist.
Throughout his life, St. Francis of Assisi was drawn to the Humility of Jesus and desired to live that through poverty and penance. Time and again, he meditated upon Christ’s Incarnation, the Passion, and the Eucharist to learn Humility from Christ Himself.
During the “Food and Francis” series this year, we will reflect on these three profound expressions of the humility of Christ and learn to desire humility like St. Francis of Assisi.
Please, join us to reflect more on the humility of Christ in His Passion.
Throughout his life, St. Francis of Assisi was drawn to the Humility of Jesus and desired to live that through poverty and penance. Time and again, he meditated upon Christ’s Incarnation, the Passion, and the Eucharist to learn Humility from Christ Himself.
During the “Food and Francis” series this year, we will reflect on these three profound expressions of the humility of Christ and learn to desire humility like St. Francis of Assisi.
Please, join us to explore more on the humility of Christ at His Incarnation.
Join us midweek for a retreat open to all at Capuchin Retreat.
Our theme for the 2023-24 season is: “In the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi.” By delving into our Franciscan tradition, we will unravel the life of St. Francis and explore key events in his conversion and ministry. Through his life, the weekend retreat will be an opportunity to know St. Francis more deeply and to recognize those opportunities of grace in your own life…deepening your awareness of God’s loving presence and embracing the Gospel with evermore joy.
The total cost of the retreat is $250
Here’s the schedule for the weekend:
Friday
6:30 pm Registration
7:30 Welcome/Orientation in the Dining Room
8:30 Opening Prayer & Conference #1 – St. Francis Kisses the Leper
Saturday
8:00 am Mass in Chapel
8:45 Breakfast
10:00 Conference #2 – San Damiano Cross speaks to St. Francis of Assisi
11:15 Conference #3 – St. Francis encounters Christ in the Christmas Crib
12:30 pm Dinner
2:30 Rosary in the Chapel (led by Volunteer)
3:00 Conference #4 – St. Francis meets the Sultan
4:00 Sacrament of Reconciliation in the offices
5:30 Supper
7:00 Healing Service in Chapel & Eucharistic Adoration
Sunday
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 Morning Prayer in Chapel
9:30 Conference #5 – St. Francis & the Canticle of Creatures
11:00 Sunday Mass
12:00 noon Dinner and farewell
