February 2017
St. Francis Women’s Retreat Begins at Bergamo Center
Feb. 24-26. St. Francis of Assisi Church invites all area Catholic women to its 23rd annual women's retreat. This year's theme: "Come to Me, all you who are Weary." Author and speaker Judith Dunlap will lead this retreat for women college age and older. It will include three or four teaching segments pertaining to the theme, private reflection times, spiritual direction, social time, fellowship and fun, as well as the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Ticket price includes lunches:…
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Men’s Retreat in Beavercreek
Jan. 12 - 14. St. Francis of Assisi Parish welcomes area men to its 41st annual Men's Retreat. Deacon Chris Ruach will lead the retreat, which will include talks by youth minister Marty McClain, Father Ethan Moore, and Father Timothy Kallher. Theme: "Heal Us Lord." Speaker will address healing of self and spirit, families and relationships, the Sacraments of healing, and more. Event include Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, group discussions, Confession, time for silent prayer, social time, more. Single rooms $180; double…
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Retreat for People Who Have Lost a Spouse begins in Dayton
March 9-11. Beginning Experience, a peer ministry for people who have lost a spouse through divorce, death, or separation, will hold its fall weekend retreat at Bergamo Center. It’s a healing weekend, addressing such topics such as grief, anger, trust, forgiveness, and closure. Rooted in the Christian tradition, this ecumenical ministry serves people of all faiths. Ticket price includes lodging, meals, and retreat materials. Start time approximate; contact organizer for schedule. For more information, visit beginningexperiencecincinnati.webs.com or call 513-684-1196.
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Workshop on One-on-One Evangelization at Bergamo Center
Pope Francis calls it "accompaniment" but there are many other names for one-on-one evangelization: apprenticeship, mentoring, sponsorship, and others. The heart of evangelization, it is also the most universal way to evangelize. " If you can be best friends with Jesus. If you can make a friend. If you can introduce that friend to Jesus – then you can evangelize!" This one-day workshop will show you how to accompany people coming into or returning to the Church and guide them on their journey. Offered…
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St Francis Women’s Retreat
The St. Francis Women's Retreat: "Behold the Lamb of God, Come Abide at His Table." Friday, February 22nd - Sunday, February 24th Fr. Tim Kallaher will focus on the Liturgy. Bergamo Center, 4400 Shakertown Rd., Dayton 45430 (937) 426-2363
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The Annual St. Francis Women’s Retreat
What: The Annual St. Francis Women’s Retreat When: Friday, February 21, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. - Sunday, February 23, 2020 around Noon Where: Bergamo Center, 4400 Shakertown Road, Beavercreek, 45430 This year’s theme: Glorify the Lord by your Life, will feature four witness talks from team members, a small group discussion, reconciliation, adoration, socials, and plenty of private time for prayer. Click here to learn more, time, and to register.
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Desert Days: The Porn Epidemic and Pastoral Care for Youth with Benj Klare
What: VIA – Desert Days: The Porn Epidemic and Pastoral Care for Youth with Benj Klare When: Friday, March 6, 2020 , 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Where: Bergamo Center, 4400 Shakertown Rd, Beavercreek, 45430 The inspiration for this series comes from the fact that the desert has been central to the faith journey – appearing in the Old Testament, and in Jesus’ time in the desert in the New Testament, with the formation of many monastic communities. Desert Days provides an…
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VIA – Desert Days – Awakening the Young Church with Leisa Ansliger, Christen Aquino, Andrea Patch
What: VIA – Desert Days – Awakening the Young Church with Leisa Ansliger, Christen Aquino, Andrea Patch When: Friday, April 3, 2020 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Where: Bergamo Retreat Center, 4400 Shakertown Rd, Beavercreek, 45430 This series theme: Coaching Skills for Youth Ministers $25; includes lunch and materials. Click here for more information or to register.
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