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Grief Support Group
Mondays, October 12, 19, 26, and November 2, 9, 16, 2009
Arrive: 6:30 pm
This six week course is designed to meet the needs of those who are grieving, no matter when the loss occurred. The course will provide an understanding of the grieving process together with techniques, activities and strategies to assist the participants.
Deadline for registration: September 30, 2009
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Associates Day of Prayer
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Arrive: 10:00 am Depart: 3:00 pm
All IHM Associates are invited to a day of Prayer and Reflection on your special relationship with the IHM Community. Meeting and interaction with other Associates will be part of the day’s agenda. |
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Directed or Private Retreat
Sunday, November 15 - Friday, November 20, 2009
Arrive: Sunday, 4:00 pm Depart: Friday, 1:00 pm
Retreatants can choose to make a directed retreat with one of the directors on the staff or they can make a private retreat using our many books and other spiritual resources.
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Come and See
Friday, November 20 - Sunday, November 22, 2009
Arrive: Friday, 6:00 pm Depart: Sunday, 11:00 am
Have you ever wondered if God might be inviting you to consider religious life? Walk with us on the journey as together we take a closer look at the prayer, community and ministry of the IHM Sisters in Scranton, PA. This weekend is for young adult women ages 18-38 who are wondering about a future in religious life.
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Advent Prayer
Tuesdays, December 1, 15, 22, 2009
9:00am - 10:00am IHM Spiritual Renewal Center, Cresco
1:00pm - 2:00pm Heritage Room/ IHM Center
Each Tuesday participants will spend an hour contemplating the mysteries leading up to the Incarnation. Prayer, reflection and discussion will be included in the Advent Prayer. |
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Retreat Day in Preperation for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Arrive: 10:00 am Depart: 3:00 pm
This day will be spent reflecting on Mary and how she lived her life in ordinariness and prayer as the mother and disciple of Jesus.
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Mother/Teen Daughter Retreat
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Arrive: 2:00 pm Depart: 4:00 pm
Mothers, spend this Sunday afternoon with your teenage daughter. The time apart will afford you both deeper insights into your relationship and how you can improve your communication and closeness as you share with each other.
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Masculine Spirituality
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Arrive: 2:00 pm Depart: 4:00 pm
An afternoon of reflection for men seeking answers to the question: “How can a man live a vibrant spiritual life, embracing all of his capacities for connection with God?”
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Associates Reunion
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Arrive: 2:00 pm Depart: 4:00 pm
This afternoon of prayer, friendship and sharing will be a time for IHM Associates to rest and relax in the company of others who have the same commitment to the IHM Congregation.
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Seven Sorrows of Mary
Friday, February 19 - Saturday, February 20, 2009
Arrive: Friday, 7:00 pm Depart: Saturday, 2:00 pm
This overnight retreat will be a perfect start of the Lenten Season by having the participants reflect on the seven sorrows of Our Blessed Mother.
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Lenten Prayer Series
Tuesdays, February 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2010
9:00 am -10:00 am IHM Spiritual Renewal Center, Cresco
1:00 pm -2:00 pm Heritage Room-IHM Center
Journey through the Sunday readings for Lent and make them more meaningful for your daily life as you prepare for the Paschal Mystery.
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Friendship in John's Gospel
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Arrive: 10:00 am Depart: 3:00 pm
John’s Gospel, that has many instances of how Jesus interacted with His friends, will be the basis of this day of retreat to which all are invited. A special invitation is extended to the IHM Associates who have a committed relationship with the IHM Congregation.
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Holy Week Retreat
Sunday, March 28- to Easter Sunday
Arrive: Palm Sunday, 4:00 pm Depart: Easter Sunday, 10:00 am
Holy Week is a special time to be away from “work as usual” and reflect on your spiritual life, your relationship with God and others. Come to the quiet and tranquil atmosphere of the Poconos to listen to the inner voice of God and prepare for the feast of the Resurrection. |
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Triduum
Thursday, April 1-Easter Sunday
Arrive: Wednesday evening or Thursday Morning
Depart: Easter Sunday, 10:00 am
Each year we celebrate the Paschal Mysteries of the Death and Resurrection of Christ. Each year we are different persons and the impact the Triduum has on us will also be a unique experience.
The Liturgies will be celebrated by Father Richard Loch.
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Come and See
Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 18, 2010
Arrive: Friday, 6:00 pm Depart: Sunday, 11:00 am
Learn more about the joyful, loving, hospitable and self-emptying spirit of the IHM Sister and explore deeper the Gospel values of poverty, chastity and obedience. Take time to explore the “Pearl of Great Price” that dwells within your baptismal call. This weekend is for young women ages 18-38 who are exploring a possible future in religious life. |
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Praying with Creation
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Arrive: 1:00 pm Depart: 4:00 pm
In a survey of people of many different religions on where they found God, one constant was that people found God in nature. This spring day will be time for participants to explore where and how God speaks to them in creation. |
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Mothers Day of Prayer
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Arrive: 10:00 am Depart: 3:00 pm
As caregivers, Mothers are always taking care of others. This day will be a time for Mothers to care for themselves. Reflect on how God has blessed you throughout your life in times of happiness as well as times of sorrow. |
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Weekend Retreat for Associates
Friday, May 21-Sunday, May 23, 2010
Arrive: Friday, 7:00 pm Depart: Sunday, 11:00 am
This is a special weekend of retreat and reunion for all IHM
Associates. Renew former friendships and make new acquaintances with people who have made a like commitment to the IHM Congregation. |
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Grief Support Group
Sundays: May 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2010
Arrive: 1:00pm
This six week course is designed to meet the needs of those who are grieving, no matter when the loss occurred. The course will provide an understanding of the grieving process together with techniques, activities and strategies to assist the participants.
Deadline for registration: May 8, 2010 |
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Spring Retreat
Sunday, May 23 - Friday, May 28, 2010
Arrive: Sunday, 4:00 pm Depart: Friday, 1:00 pm
These spring days are a perfect time to connect with the God of Creation and renew your spirit as nature is renewing the environment. This retreat can be private or directed according to the wishes of the retreatant. |
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Contact Information:
IHM Spiritual Renewal Center
Box 1781 RR1
Cresco, Pennsylvania 18326
570-595-7548
ihmcresco@yahoo.com
Online registration form
All programs require registration at least one week in
advance, please call 570-595-7548.
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