Thursday, June 1, 2023; 7-8 pm | Labyrinth
Prayer Labyrinth Presentation and Walk

The labyrinth is a path of prayer; a walking meditation. Discover the richness of this ancient prayer form. Walk the grass labyrinth on the beautiful Abbey grounds, a labyrinth based on the design within the floor of Chartres Cathedral. This event will be held rain or shine.  

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023; Noon-2 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Norbertine Center for Spirituality Open House

Join us as we celebrate the re-opening of the Norbertine Center for Spirituality after our extensive renovations to our guest and meeting rooms. Among the new features: fully renovated guest rooms now have air conditioning and private baths!

Thursday, June 15, 2023; 6-8 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Norbertine Center for Spirituality Open House

Join us as we celebrate the re-opening of the Norbertine Center for Spirituality after our extensive renovations to our guest and meeting rooms. Among the new features: fully renovated guest rooms now have air conditioning and private baths!

Saturday, June 17, 2023; 9:15-10:15 am | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Sacred Architecture with Denise Dauplaise AIA, LEED AP

The Abbey Church was dedicated 64 years ago on June 16, 1959. Join architect Denise Dauplaise as she explains what makes sacred architecture different from other buildings and see original design plans projected for the Abbey building. There will also be an opportunity to walk through and explore elements of this grand building. 

Tuesday, June 27, 2023; Noon-1 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Summertime Sun and Poetry Fun with Kathy Mallon

Summertime is a favorite time of year for many. It can also be a time for creativity and prayer. Join Kathy Mallon as she talks about poetry, shares some of her own fun and prayerful poetry, and helps participants write a few verses of poetry and limericks of their own. 

Thursday, July 13, 2023; Noon-1 pm or 7-8 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Credal Aesthetics: The Art of Praying the Nicene Creed with Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

A specially curated collection of images that illustrate essential aspects of this ancient and beloved profession of faith.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023; 7-8:30 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Spirituality of Wine with Michael Poradek, Ph.D.

The story of the Church has always been tied to the traditions of winemaking and wine drinking. There are also numerous parallels to discover between winemaking and the spiritual life. Join local winemaker Michael Poradek as he breaks open the process and spirituality of winemaking, and enjoy some wine tasting along the way! (Pre-registration required by July 23 | Cost: $10)

Tuesday, August 1, 2023; Noon-1 pm or 7-8 pm | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Kitchen & Campfire Spirituality: How Food and Faith Nourish the Body, Mind and Spirit with Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

A specially curated collection of images (and recipes!) that illustrate passages of sacred scripture wherein faith, hope and love have been expressed through preparing and sharing food and drink.

Tuesday, August 15-Thursday, August 17, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Women’s Directed Retreat

Bring the waning days of summer to a close with a three-day retreat in the newly renovated Norbertine Center for Spirituality. The spacious and beautiful Abbey grounds and prayer spaces, private rooms and delicious meals, and a daily meeting with a spiritual director will help reveal God’s abiding presence. $375 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

Tuesday, August 22-Thursday, August 24, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality
Men’s Directed Retreat

Bring the waning days of summer to a close with a three day retreat in the newly renovated Norbertine Center for Spirituality. The spacious and beautiful Abbey grounds and prayer spaces, private rooms and delicious meals, and a daily meeting with a spiritual director will help reveal God’s abiding presence. $375 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

September 22-24, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Prodigal Son, Prodigal God, Prodigal Us: Finding A Way Home | Led by Fr. Tim Shillcox, O. Praem.

The parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) has been among the most powerful and beloved of Jesus’ teachings for centuries. This retreat will be ‘journey’ through the parable, leading participants to consider our own ‘prodigal ways’ in the light of God’s ‘prodigal’ and transforming love, mercy and healing, by which we may find our way home to the Father’s house and heart. Cost: $325 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

October 18-20, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Rooted in Christ: A Retreat for RCIA Ministers | Led by Dr. Michael Poradek

Join us for a three-day retreat breaking open the process, rites and pastoral practice of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. This retreat, designed for parish RCIA Ministers, will journey through the holistic process for both catechumens and candidates from initial inquiry to ongoing mystagogy as they “seek the living God and enter the way of faith and conversion as the Holy Spirit opens their hearts” (RCIA, 1) toward lives of missionary discipleship. Cost: $335 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

November 10-11, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Eight Beatitudes … and Six More | Led by with Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

These days of retreat will focus on the eight blessings revealed in the Gospel of St. Matthew (5:1-11) and the six new beatitudes for the modern Christian (offered by Pope Francis on November 1, 2016).  Through the lens of sacred scripture and the visual arts, within the rhythm of daily prayer, meditation and the celebration of the Eucharist, we will encounter God’s messengers of mercy and tenderness and 14 ways of life that unite us more closely to the heart of Christ yesterday, today and tomorrow. Cost: $325 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

December 1-3, 2023 | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

“A Thrill of Hope” Advent Retreat | Led by Fr. Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem.

This retreat will help uncover the peace and hope that is often hushed by a busy, weary world. Find peace and stillness as Advent begins. Cost: $325 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations)

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, contact Kathie Tilot at kathie.tilot@norbertines.org or call 920-337-4340.