Welcome to Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery

Boundless Compassion Weekend Retreat
Sep
10
to Sep 13

Boundless Compassion Weekend Retreat

  • The Center for Boundless Compassion at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Boundless Compassion unpacks the Christian understanding of compassion with Jesus as our model.   This includes teachings from other world religions, that are incorporated in our understanding of Boundless Compassion.

Trained facilitators lead this 3-part hybrid retreat that teaches practical ways to be a compassionate presence.  An individual can just attend the weekend and not the virtual gatherings. 

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Creation Care Prayer Service
Sep
19

Creation Care Prayer Service

  • 2200 88th Avenue West Rock Island, Illinois, 61201 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Benedictine Sisters at St. Mary Monastery will hold their annual outdoor prayer service to celebrate the Season of Creation marked during the month of September. No registration necessary.

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Listen: A Silent Centering Prayer Four-Day Retreat
Oct
1
to Oct 4

Listen: A Silent Centering Prayer Four-Day Retreat

 Central Illinois and Mississippi Valley Contemplative Outreach invite you to retreat into silence. We will center, experience Lectio Divina, and learn insightful methods of listening from Abbot Joseph Boyle of St. Benedict’s Monastery.   

 A minimum of 3 months centering prayer practice is required to attend.

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The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage
Oct
5

The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage

  • In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center or Online via Zoom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Sr. Bobbi in discussing Richard Rohr’s newest book, The Tears of Things. It is a great way to bring the Old Testament prophets into our lives today.  This is a 5-session series.  While the chapters are short, the reflection on the material brings depth to the discussions.  This series will use the book, CAC videos, reflection questions, and chapter highlights to provide insight and discussion. 

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Healing Relationships with Nonviolent Communication
Oct
15

Healing Relationships with Nonviolent Communication

  • Online via Zoom or In-Person at Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We heal relationships through art, love, and deep silence.  Otto Rank calls this mystical union.  In our quest for community and communication, through ritual we gather to give thanks, grieve, and celebrate our sacred existence.   Building on his own insights and other philosophers, Matthew Fox will lead us on a journey of transformative nonviolence.

If you are unable to attend this retreat live, you will receive the recording link.

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An Advent Hiding Place: Advent Through the Eyes of Mary
Dec
4
to Dec 5

An Advent Hiding Place: Advent Through the Eyes of Mary

We know so little of Mary’s life, only a few passages on Mary are in the Bible. The Gospel of Luke does contain several experiences of Mary. Join this retreat and take 24 hours to ‘hide’ away into the quiet. This is an opportunity to ponder the birth of Jesus, our Savior, through the eyes of His Mother, Mary.

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Sacred Rhythm Retreat
Dec
11
to Dec 12

Sacred Rhythm Retreat

Silence, Stillness, and Holy Rest
24 Hours in Advent

As the Christmas season approaches, our hearts often long for something deeper than the rushed pace and full calendars—something quieter, gentler, and more aligned with the true meaning of Advent: waiting, listening, and making room for Christ. 

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Silent Directed Retreat: Follow Me
Jan
17
to Jan 20

Silent Directed Retreat: Follow Me

This yearly retreat provides time for silence, daily Eucharist, an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, daily spiritual direction, Centering Prayer/Lectio, and a focus on the Sunday Gospel. 

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Remembering Pope Francis: 3-Part Series
Feb
11

Remembering Pope Francis: 3-Part Series

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Pope Francis was passionate about Christ and His Church; an advocate for peace and justice especially to the marginalized; and compassionate towards every person he met. Join Sr. Bobbi for a 3-part series which remembers Pope Francis by reflecting on his writing and papal documents.  

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3-Day Silent Directed Retreat: "Be Still, and know that I am God” Ps. 46:10
Jul
16
to Jul 19

3-Day Silent Directed Retreat: "Be Still, and know that I am God” Ps. 46:10

Come and savor this silent, directed retreat. Meet daily with a spiritual director.  How can I be still with such a busy life? Where is God in the quiet and stillness? Find God within you in this experience of quiet and the practice of stillness. This retreat will enable you to practice ways of knowing God more deeply. Use silence to listen as the Spirit guides you and leads you ever closer to the Divine within you.

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Hiding Place: Come Away By Yourselves (Mark 6:31)
Jun
26
to Jun 27

Hiding Place: Come Away By Yourselves (Mark 6:31)

"Come, Away by Yourselves to a secluded place and rest a while." Have you ever wanted to run away and hide from life? The pace and stress of these times tend to wear us down. It’s more than normal to feel a bit overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Dive into this scripture verse and feed your soul with encouraging words and a quiet, prayerful time for yourself. Find rest, rejuvenation, and a sense of inner wellbeing. Discover the place hidden within you, filled with Light, Love, and Peace.

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