EVENTS
Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21; 9-10 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Advent Reflection Series
This Saturday morning reflection series will help prepare us for the upcoming Sunday Masses of Advent. Each week a presenter will offer a different take to help us prepare for the coming of the Messiah. Attendees are invited to join the Norbertines for Mass beforehand at 8:30 a.m. Cost: freewill offering.
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Optional registration available by clicking here
Sunday, December 8; 1 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church
Brass and Organ Christmas Spectacular
The sounds of the Christmas season will fill St. Norbert Abbey Church as Abbey organist Devin Atteln and performers from the St. Norbert College Music Department showcase their talents. Cost: freewill offering to support the SNC music program.
Sunday, December 15; 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Celebrate the Light of Christ: Create Your Own Christingle
Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Bring your families to build your own Christingle as a way to usher in the joy of the Christmas season. Enjoy some insights from Fr. Neilson on the meaning of this craft and enjoy making something special that your family can enjoy. This program will begin following Mass, which starts at 10 a.m., and it will conclude no later than 12 p.m. Cost: freewill offering.
Thursday, January 30; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Pray Like Jonah
Presenter: Fr. Brad Vanden Branden, O. Praem.
Often called an unlikely – or even unwilling – prophet, Jonah is summoned by God to convert a whole nation. How do you pray in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges? Spending time with this biblical text, we will be given to hear God’s voice as we pray like Jonah. Cost: freewill offering.
Friday, January 31-Sunday, February 2 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Retreat – Restored in Christ: Building Your Life According to the Pattern Revealed
Led Fr. Johnathan Turba, O. Praem., and Chris Thelen
Are you a Catholic man feeling lost, entrapped by challenges, temptations, and sins? Have you been searching for your purpose, only to be ensnared by the world’s false promises? Join us for a transformative retreat designed for college age and older men ready to confront the obstacles holding them back and rediscover their God-given purpose. Cost: $325 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations). Scholarships available.
Registration closes January 17, 2025
Thursday, February 20; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
For Whom the Bell Tolls: Culture of Bells at St. Norbert Abbey
Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.
Church bells, dinner bells, consecration bells, tolling bells, Angelus bells. Why does the bell play such an important part in the day order in monasteries, including here at St. Norbert Abbey? We explore this long and important tradition in abbeys and the spiritual lessons for all of us. Cost: freewill offering.
Saturday, February 22; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Morning for Women
Presenters: Shauna Froelich, Kim Weiss, Fr. Tim Shillcox, 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 presentations and lunch).
Registration closes February 8, 2025 (limited seating available)
Saturday, March 8; 9 a.m. (after 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: (to be announced)
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The program will begin at roughly 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Programs also will be held on the Saturdays of March 15, 22 and 29, and April 5. Cost: freewill offering.
Wednesday, March 12; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Wednesdays for Women: Bringing Out the Best In Us
Presenter: Kathie Tilot
The stories of the women of the Bible reflect in a beautiful way what it means to be human; the importance of things like friendship, belonging, and living a life of purpose. Join us as we explore the stories of these ordinary women of faith and discover the extraordinary insight they offer us today. Programs will be held March 12 (Esther), April 9 (Elizabeth) and May 14 (Unnamed Women). Cost: freewill offering.
Thursday, March 13; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
‘Who Do You Say That I Am?’
Presenter: Sr. Pat Clement, CSJ
As Lent begins, come and discern what your feeling is about who God is? Seek to renew a relationship with God and come to a better appreciation of the relationship that God desires with us over and above rules, regulations, and punishments. Cost: freewill offering.
Saturday, March 15; 9 a.m. (after 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: (to be announced)
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The program will begin at roughly 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Programs also will be held on the Saturdays of March 22 and 29, and April 5. Cost: freewill offering.
Sunday, March 16; 7-8 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church
Lenten Taize Prayer
Experience the quiet and contemplation while also using Scripture and song in the style of Taize to bring peace and preparation to your Lenten season.
Optional registration available by clicking here
Saturday, March 22; 9 a.m. (after 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: (to be announced)
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The program will begin at roughly 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Programs also will be held on the Saturdays of March 29 and April 5. Cost: freewill offering.
Saturday, March 29; 9 a.m. (after 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: (to be announced)
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The program will begin at roughly 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. The series will conclude on Saturday, April 5. Cost: freewill offering.
Thursday, April 3; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Pray Like Ruth
Presenter: Fr. Brad Vanden Branden, O. Praem.
How is God involved in the day-to-day joys and hardships of our life? The Book of Ruth centers on the story of Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz in order to discover the answer to this question. As we hear and pray with God’s Word, time will be given to discern how God moves in our daily living. Cost: freewill offering.
Saturday, April 5; 9 a.m. (after 8:30 a.m. Mass) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Lenten Reflection Series
Presenter: (to be announced)
This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The program will begin at roughly 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Cost: freewill offering.
Wednesday, April 9; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Wednesdays for Women: Bringing Out the Best In Us
Presenter: Kathie Tilot
The stories of the women of the Bible reflect in a beautiful way what it means to be human; the importance of things like friendship, belonging, and living a life of purpose. Join us as we explore the stories of these ordinary women of faith and discover the extraordinary insight they offer us today. Programs will be held March 12 (Esther), April 9 (Elizabeth) and May 14 (Unnamed Women). Cost: freewill offering.
Thursday, April 17-Sunday, April 20 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Triduum Retreat
Led by Monsignor John Canary
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, Monsignor John Canary will offer reflections to help us better experience these holy days. Monsignor Canary was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago in 1969. In February 1995, he was named the eighth Rector of Mundelein Seminary, having previously served as vice rector and dean of formation. In February 2006, he was named vicar general of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago, assisting the cardinal as chief executive officer. On June 30, 2013, he retired from the office. He continues his ministry at Joseph and Mary Retreat House at Mundelein Seminary, offering retreats and providing spiritual direction. The retreat begins at 4 p.m. on April 17 and concludes at 11 a.m. on April 20. Cost: $330 (includes meals, renovated retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations).
Registration deadline: April 3, 2025
Sunday, April 27; 3 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church
Canon John O. Bruce Memorial Organ Concert Series
The next installment of this long-running and beloved concert series features renowned organist David Briggs. Cost: Freewill offering.
Click here to see David Briggs’ bio
Wednesday, May 14; Option A: 12-1 p.m. or Option B: 7-8 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Wednesdays for Women: Bringing Out the Best In Us
Presenter: Kathie Tilot
The stories of the women of the Bible reflect in a beautiful way what it means to be human; the importance of things like friendship, belonging, and living a life of purpose. Join us as we explore the stories of these ordinary women of faith and discover the extraordinary insight they offer us today. Programs will be held March 12 (Esther), April 9 (Elizabeth) and May 14 (Unnamed Women). Cost: freewill offering.
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.
