Retreats
Fri. to Sun., Dec. 12-14
Silent Advent retreat: “Opening the Door of Your Heart.” At San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Presented by Rena Grant and Franciscan Father Rusty Shaughnessy. An opportunity in this beautiful but busy season to be alone, quiet, find space to reflect and listen to the voice of God. Cost: $195 private room or $165 per person shared room. Call (925) 837-9141, ext. 315 or register online at www.sandamiano.org.
Saturday, Dec. 13
Retreat for single adults: “The Joy of the Single Life.” At Mercy Center in Auburn. Presented by Dominican Father Dominic Briese. For separated, divorced, widowed and never-married Catholics. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mass at 4 p.m.). Cost: $40 (includes lunch and snacks). To register call Kathy Conner at the Diocesan Pastoral Center: (916) 733-0133 or e-mail: kconner@diocese-sacramento.org.
Saturday program: “The Hour is Coming: A Celebration of the World’s Spiritual Traditions—The Way of Peace.” At Mercy Center in Auburn. Presented by Passionist Father Tom Bonacci. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $35, lunch included. Call (530) 887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org.
Introduction to Christian meditation: “Come to the Quiet.” At San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Presented by Benedictine Sister Barbara Hazard. The day includes talks, walking and sitting meditation, time for questions and brief sharing. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., lunch included. Cost: $75. Call (925) 837-9141, ext. 315 or register online at www.sandamiano.org.
Thursday, Dec. 18
Advent Thursday evening series: “Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton.” At San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Nancy Burchett of Chiarra’s Lantern, will present: “Mysteries of God’s Love.” 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $20 per evening. Call (925) 837-9141, ext. 315 or register online at www.sandamiano.org.
Sun. to Thurs., Dec. 28-Jan. 1
Year-end silent retreat: “Making Space for the Word to be Spoken.” At Mercy Center in Auburn. Facilitated by Franciscan Father Michael Crosby. Begins with dinner on Friday at 6:15 p.m. followed by the opening session at 7:30 p.m. Concludes with New Year’s Day Eucharist at 9 a.m. followed by brunch. Cost: $250 resident or $175 commuter (includes $50 non-refundable deposit). Call (530) 887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org.
Tues. to Thurs., Dec. 30 - Jan. 1
New Year’s retreat: “Standing on the Threshold.” At San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Presented by Paula Jenkins and Franciscan Father Rusty Shaughnessy. Begins Tuesday with registration from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Social at 5 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m. First session at 7:30 p.m. Midnight Mass celebrated on New Year’s Eve. The retreat concludes with brunch on Thursday, New Year’s Day. Cost: $205 private room or $175 per person shared room. There is an option to arrive on Monday, Dec. 29, for a one-night private retreat. Mass and meals are available. Cost: $90 private room or $70 per person shared room. Call (925) 837-9141, ext. 315 or register online at www.sandamiano.org.
Wed. to Thurs., Dec. 31 - Jan. 1
New Year’s Eve retreat. At Mercy Center in Auburn. Facilitated by Franciscan Father Michael Crosby. The overnight retreat begins with dinner at 5:15 p.m. and concludes with New Year’s Day Eucharist celebration at 9 a.m. followed by brunch. Cost: $95 (includes $50 non-refundable deposit). Call (530) 887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org.
Fri. to Sun., Jan. 9-11
Franciscan retreat: “Franciscan Rule of Life and Gospel.” At San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Presented by Franciscan Father Michael Blastic. Attendees will reflect on the Franciscan call and responses to the goodness of God, all creation and the dignity of the human person. Call (925) 837-9141, ext. 315 or register online at www.sandamiano.org.
Saturday, Jan. 10
Saturday program: “The Hour is Coming: A Celebration of the World’s Spiritual Traditions — A New Emerging Spirituality for Our World.” At Mercy Center in Auburn. Presented by Passionist Father Tom Bonacci. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $35, lunch included. Call (530) 887-2019 or register online at www.mercycenter.org.
