Welcome to Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery

Boundless Compassion Circles
Nov
27

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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Break-A-Way: A Day of Prayer and Quiet
Dec
4

Break-A-Way: A Day of Prayer and Quiet

Monthly on first Wednesdays

Take time out from your busy! This year the reflection will be “Pondering the Mysteries of Creation” in celebration of our Benedictine value of Care of Creation. The day begins with an opening reflection. The rest of the day is for whatever nourishes you.

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Boundless Compassion Circles
Dec
11

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Dec
12

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

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Boundless Compassion Circles
Dec
25

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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The Psalms for Everyday Life
Jan
9

The Psalms for Everyday Life

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This retreat morning is an opportunity to dive more deeply into the Psalms. The context and structure of the Psalms will be covered. There is also an opportunity to faith share what a Psalm means to your spiritual life.

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Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Jan
9

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

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Silent Directed Retreat
Jan
19
to Jan 22

Silent Directed Retreat

This yearly retreat provides time for silence, daily Eucharist, an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, daily spiritual direction, centering prayer/Lectio, and a focus on the Sunday Gospel.

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The Thomas Merton Chapter Group
Jan
20

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

3rd Mondays of the Month

Benet House is an official chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society (International Merton Society).  The chapter meets monthly to read, discuss and grow in the understanding of Merton’s life and writings.

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Self Compassion and the Cancer Journey
Feb
1

Self Compassion and the Cancer Journey

We know the experience of living with cancer is a life challenge. How do we sustain our hope, energy, and trust in the future? On this retreat day, there will be sharing of practical ways to nurture our self-compassion so we can live with positive energy about ourselves and our journey of a ‘new normal’.  

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Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Feb
13

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

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Tables for Two: A Valentine's Evening of Quality Time and Conversation with your Spouse
Feb
14

Tables for Two: A Valentine's Evening of Quality Time and Conversation with your Spouse

  • 2200 88th Avenue West Rock Island, IL, 61201 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The evening includes a 4-course dinner, served to couples who are seated by themselves. Before each course, a dynamic talk on “Cooking Up Love” is presented by John Parr and Laura Baum-Parr. Couples receive questions related to each talk to discuss together while they dine.

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The Psalms for Everyday Life
Mar
13

The Psalms for Everyday Life

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This retreat morning is an opportunity to dive more deeply into the Psalms. The context and structure of the Psalms will be covered. There is also an opportunity to faith share what a Psalm means to your spiritual life.

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Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Mar
13

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

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The Thomas Merton Chapter Group
Mar
17
to Mar 18

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

3rd Mondays of the Month

Benet House is an official chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society (International Merton Society).  The chapter meets monthly to read, discuss and grow in the understanding of Merton’s life and writings.

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The Psalms for Everyday Life
May
8

The Psalms for Everyday Life

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This retreat morning is an opportunity to dive more deeply into the Psalms. The context and structure of the Psalms will be covered. There is also an opportunity to faith share what a Psalm means to your spiritual life.

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Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
May
8

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

View Event →
The Thomas Merton Chapter Group
May
19

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

3rd Mondays of the Month

Benet House is an official chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society (International Merton Society).  The chapter meets monthly to read, discuss and grow in the understanding of Merton’s life and writings.

View Event →
Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Jun
12

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

View Event →

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group
Nov
18

The Thomas Merton Chapter Group

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

3rd Mondays of the Month

Benet House is an official chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society (International Merton Society).  The chapter meets monthly to read, discuss and grow in the understanding of Merton’s life and writings.

View Event →
Boundless Compassion Circles
Nov
13

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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Boundless Compassion 4-Day Retreat and Facilitator Training
Nov
8
to Nov 13

Boundless Compassion 4-Day Retreat and Facilitator Training

Compassion can change a heart, change a life, change a world. This retreat/workshop is open to people of all faiths and spiritualities. The workshop explores the depth of the many-layered components of compassion, the central quality of the life and teachings of Jesus. Adding training to become a Boundless Compassion facilitator is optional.

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Break-A-Way: A Day of Prayer and Quiet
Nov
6

Break-A-Way: A Day of Prayer and Quiet

Monthly on first Wednesdays

Take time out from your busy! This year the reflection will be “Pondering the Mysteries of Creation” in celebration of our Benedictine value of Care of Creation. The day begins with an opening reflection. The rest of the day is for whatever nourishes you.

View Event →
Boundless Compassion Circles
Oct
23

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

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The Psalms for Everyday Life
Oct
21
to Oct 22

The Psalms for Everyday Life

  • Virtual or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This retreat morning is an opportunity to dive more deeply into the Psalms. The context and structure of the Psalms will be covered. There is also an opportunity to faith share what a Psalm means to your spiritual life.

View Event →
Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors
Oct
10

Bookmarks: Women Spiritual Authors

  • Online or In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd Thursday of the Month

This Bookmarks series focuses on the writings of women spiritual authors both contemporary and from our rich Christian past. The group will determine books. Reading, reflecting, and discussing these authors will help you expand your love of God and guide you along your spiritual journey.

View Event →
Boundless Compassion Circles
Oct
9

Boundless Compassion Circles

  • Virtual and In-Person at Benet House Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month

Compassion Circle is a gathering for anyone who has participated in a Boundless Compassion retreat or book study. There is sharing of compassion moments and then an insight on compassion presentation and discussion.

View Event →