FRIDAY
Blessed Trinity Motherhouse
"MY STRENGTH & POWER ARE MADE PERFECT IN YOUR WEAKNESS"
February 27-March 1
Begins 7:00 p.m. Friday, Concludes following Noon dinner on Sunday
Even with a powerful experience of God's love and presence in our lives, we still live in the midst of trials, hardships and weaknesses.We know joy and peace and all of God's goodness – but not always! Where do trials come from and what is their purpose in our lives? How does God intend to make His strength and power "perfect" in our weaknesses?How do we stay anchored in the storms of life? And how does it all tie in to His promise of life in abundance? Come join us as we dig deeper into the mystery of suffering and the reality of God's total and unending love and faithfulness.
Fee: $160 (includes a $40 non-refundable deposit)
Registration due 10 days prior to this retreat
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Located at: http://www.msbt.org
Father Thomas Augustine Judge (1868–1933) dedicated his life to organizing lay missionaries in the northeastern United States. Fr. Judge founded the congregation of sisters whose "motherhouse" is here. The sisters donated a portion of the land to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to build an all boys highschool named Fr. Judge High School run by the Oblates of St Francis de Sales.
The retreat facilities are amazing!
If you need a retreat location, this is the place!
There are beautiful plants everywhere!
You can feel the tenderness and kindness everywhere!
As I made my way around the building I made sure to visit with Christ for a little while!
Come be loved at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel!
Looking out at the snow covered courtyard!
My cozy room!
Fr. Thomas Augustine Judge, founder of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity, was ordained a Vincentian priest in Philadelphia in 1899.
http://www.msbt.org/content/missionary-servants-most-blessed-trinity-our-story
Sr Geraldine Whelan, MSBT greets us!
Before we begin the evening, the amazingly talented Kim Cazzaniga, graduate from Franciscan University and youth director in Florida leads us in praise!
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Presenter: Anne Trufant, wife, mother of 7, recording artist, dynamic speaker, NC camp owner and faith-filled retreat presenter.You won't want to miss visiting the camp:
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Anne finished her talk by serenading us with her lovingly sweet voice!
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One last visit with Christ before I call it a night!
SATURDAY
Off to morning mass, but first the excitement of making my way from the spirituality center to the motherhouse!
Every nook and cranny is filled with delightful gathering spaces with beautiful plants making it homey and appealing!
So much history on the walls!
Breathtaking chapel!
True relic of the Cross of Christ!
The Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity were given a unique dispensation from wearing habits early in the 50's as they sought to help in dangerous KKK areas in Alabama. They would go where most sisters would not venture. They have the most astounding missionary spirit I have ever witnessed!
Always offer to watch your friend's baby so she can receive the healing Sacrament of Reconciliation; BONUS glorious time with said baby!!
And this is the Georgia contingency with Anne!
This is a mix of New Orleans, North Carolina and Virginia women posing with our beloved Anne!
Healing prayer and time before Our Lord!
Let the night time festivities begin Southern style!
To bed past midnight!!SUNDAY
Breakfast time is story telling time!
The sisters are so kind they offer gluten and dairy free options for those of us with food issues!
Now why is that baby fussing???
Oh wow! She wants the phone!!
Closer mom!
The youngest of 8 is in the know!
Showing Sr Beth how it works! Amazing!
Calling daddy!
Smile! Let me take your picture!
That was exhausting! Must take nap on comfy Sr Gerry!
Sr Beth wants a turn!!
Sound asleep!
The Georgia ladies again!
Sr Gerry and the baby color coordinated their outfits today!
Two more coordinated outfits!
And so ends one of the best retreats of my life! Female companions on the journey, Fun and Laughter galore, joyful praise and reverent prayer, Eucharist and Reconciliation!
Check out the sister's website for upcoming retreats:
http://www.msbt.org/content/mother-boniface-spirituality-center-upcoming-retreats
Maria you are so wonderful for photodocumenting this retreat! Your photos are as beautiful as you are. I am so glad you got a shot of Jesus on His throne. That is just breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteKim!!! You made the retreat spectacular for me!!! I LOVE YOU!!!
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