EVENTS
Thursday, December 18; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church
Holy Hour for Vocations
Join us in the Abbey Church for our monthly Holy Hour for Vocations.
Saturday, December 20; 9 a.m. (immediately following 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Advent Reflection Series
Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Our presenters will help us prepare for the upcoming Sunday Masses of Advent and the coming of the Messiah. Today is the last program in the 2025 series.
Optional registration available by clicking here
Thursday, February 19; 7 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
‘Who Are Those Men in White?’ – A Panel with the Fraters
Presenters: Frater Gregory Johnson, O. Praem.; Frater Bernard Brodeur, O. Praem.; Frater Peter Joseph Meyer, O. Praem.; Frater Gabriel McNally, O. Praem.; Brother Paul Shepherd, O. Praem.; and Brother Thomas Madden, O. Praem.
We are blessed to have six men in formation here at St. Norbert Abbey. This conversation allows some of them to share their vocation stories and answer questions about what their lives look like while in formation.
Saturday, February 21; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: TBD
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held February 21, March 7, March 14, March 21 and March 28 (note: there is no presentation on February 28).
Saturday, February 28; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Morning for Women: Glory!
Presenters: Eileen Gale; Julianne Stanz; Fr. Brad Vanden Branden, O. Praem.
Enjoy engaging witness talks, a delicious lunch, and fellowship with other women to help relax, recharge, and renew yourself. A wonderful event to attend with friends and family or come by yourself and meet new friends! Cost: $50 (includes lunch).
Register by clicking here (registration is required; space is limited)
Saturday, March 7; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: TBD
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Remaining programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 14, March 21 and March 28.
Saturday, March 7; 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Afternoon of Recollection: Traditional Stations of the Cross
Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. explores sacred art as a means of praying the traditional Stations of the Cross and how contemporary culture is reflected in this traditional Lenten devotional. Following the program, you’re invited to join the Norbertine Community at Vespers (evening prayer) at 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 14; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: TBD
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Remaining programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 21 and March 28.
Saturday, March 14; 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Afternoon of Recollection: Pope John Paul II’s Scriptural Stations of the Cross
Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. explores sacred art as a means of praying the Stations of the Cross based on those celebrated by Pope John Paul II on Good Friday 1991. They are presented as an alternative to the traditional stations to reflect more deeply on the Scriptural accounts of Christ’s passion. Following the program, you’re invited to join the Norbertine Community at Vespers (evening prayer) at 5 p.m.
Friday, March 20 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, March 22 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Preached Lenten Retreat: From Nineveh to Emmaus
Presenter: Fr. Brad Vanden Branden, O. Praem.
Using two Biblical accounts of conversion and transformation as our focus, this retreat allows individuals to encounter God’s action in your own daily conversion. Prepare well for Easter by encountering God’s ever-present mercy. Cost: $350 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations); scholarships available.
Registration deadline: March 6, 2026
Saturday, March 21; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: TBD
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. The last program in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 28.
Saturday, March 28; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: TBD
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. This is the final program in this year’s Lenten Reflection Series.
Thursday, April 2 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, April 5 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Triduum Retreat
Presenter: Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF
As the holiest days of the Church year unfold, join the Norbertine Community for daily prayers and the Triduum Liturgy. To help us appreciate these great Mysteries all the more, Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF, a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity in Manitowoc, will offer reflections to help us better experience these holy days. Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF, is originally from Houston, Texas. She holds an S.T.B., S.T.L. in Dogmatic Theology, and an S.T.D. from the Pontifical Gregorian University, specializing in Bonaventure and Ecclesiology. Formerly the chair of the Department of Theology and Ministry at Silver Lake College of the Holy Family, she has just concluded serving as a theologian on the staff of the General Secretariat of the Synod at the Vatican. She is currently serving as an adjunct professor at St. Norbert College, where she teaches in the theology discipline. Cost: $375 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations); scholarships available.
Registration deadline: March 19, 2026
Wednesday, July 22 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, July 26 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Summer Directed Retreat
Our Summer Directed Retreat offers a time of prayer, silence, and solitude with the opportunity to meet daily with a spiritual director. Retreatants are welcome to join the Norbertine Community for prayer and experience the tranquil Abbey grounds and nearby Fox River biking and hiking trail. Spiritual directors will be assigned; they include Fr. David McElroy, O. Praem., Bro. Steve Herro, O. Praem., Sr. Laura Zelten, OSF, and Kathie Tilot. Cost: $660 (includes retreat room with private bathroom, daily spiritual direction, meals, Abbey amenities); scholarships are available.
Registration deadline: July 8, 2026
Friday, November 6 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, November 8 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
A Weekend Away for Women
Presenter: Kathie Tilot
A Weekend Away for Women offers the opportunity to step back from the daily routine, and to connect with God, yourself, and other women. Enjoy the serenity of the Abbey grounds, brief reflections, and opportunities for prayer. Or simply rest. Cost: $360 (includes retreat room with private bathroom, meals and reflections); scholarships available.
Registration deadline: October 23, 2026
Virtual Centering Prayer Community
Centering prayer is a way of deepening our relationship with God through silent prayer. If you are interested in joining a virtual centering prayer community, please contact Kathie Tilot at kathie.tilot@norbertines.org or call 920-337-4340.
