This one day virtual retreat will help to usher us into the Lenten Season with reflections that engage us in creation, the cosmos, and the Paschal Mystery.

Divine Mystery pulsates throughout the universe. Jesus was immersed in this mystery. He drew so much of his inspiration and so many of his teachings from the wisdom and wonder of Creation. His incarnation is the apex of creation. Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, celebrates the great story of the cosmos and helps us to live into this amazing gift.

The retreat includes: reflections on the scriptures in light of the Universe Story, the Beatitudes, selected parables, and the paschal mystery. Participants will reflect on Jesus' witness to the awesomeness of our Earth using images from; Hubble, the artwork of Marion Honors, CSJ, the photography of Clare Pelkey, CSJ and friends, poetry, meditation and dance.

10:00 am: Morning Prayer and presentation Divine Mystery in the Heart of Creation.

11:00 am – 11:30 am: Time for personal reflection.

11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Sharing the fruits of reflection.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Lunch/screen break

1:00 pm - 1:45 pm: Reflection and presentation ~Divine Mystery in the Heart of the Cosmos ~ The Paschal Mystery in Light of the Cosmic Story.

1:45 pm – 2:15 pm: Time for personal reflection.

2:15 pm - 2:45 pm: Sharing the fruits of reflection.

2:45 pm – 3:00 pm: Closing prayer.

Presenter: Sr. Linda Neil, CSJ

Date & Time: Saturday, March 5, 2022 from 10 am to 3 pm

Fee: $40

About the Presenter:

Linda Neil, CSJ is a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet. She is the co-director of St. Joseph's Place in Schenectady, a place of hospitality and prayer for the people of the Hamilton Hill neighborhood. Sr. Linda is also engaged in Eco-spirituality work, presenting a workshop series titled Encountering Earth: Reclaiming the Human in the Web of Life, designed to help participants become more mindful of being responsible and caring members of the Earth community. Sr. Linda holds a Master's Degree in Religious Studies from St. Charles Boromeo and a MA from the Earth Literacy Program at St. Mary of the Woods College, IN. She enjoys hiking and outdoor pursuits and serving on committees with other Sisters of St. Joseph.