All are welcome. If you have a desire to deepen your relationship with God and find God’s presence in your everyday life, this could be a retreat for you!
All are welcome. If you have a desire to deepen your relationship with God and find God’s presence in your everyday life, this could be a retreat for you!
There are no special requirements to attend come as you are.
This First Spiritual Exercises retreat runs over four weeks in daily life. It guides you in prayer and reflection for 30mins each day. The retreat is for anyone who desires to grow in their relationship with God.
The retreat was composed by Michael Hansen SJ and is based on the Spiritual Exercises by St Ignatius of Loyola. Come and experience this journey into divine friendship in your everyday life through a program of personal prayer and attending a weekly gathering of guided spiritual conversation – online or in person.
Participants pray at home for 30mins each day, and meet together with retreat guides within a group once a week for 90mins, for listening, prayer and spiritual conversation.
There are five 90min group meetings.
These sessions guided by trained givers of the First Spiritual Exercises.
Spend 30 mins daily in personal prayer. Keep a journal.
Willingness to commit to four weeks of the retreat and attend five weekly group meetings.
Willingness to participate in group sharing and conversation.
Monday 3, 10, 17 & 24 and 31 July 2023
In person: 9.30 – 11.00am at ‘The Avenue’ Conference Room 32 Baden Powell St, Maroochydore QLD 4558
This retreat is free of charge. You may gift any amount towards the ongoing support of the First Spiritual Exercises Ministry when you register.