MISSION STATEMENT The mission of St. Joseph Spirituality Center is rooted in the mission of Jesus Christ, the same mission which continuously unfolds in the Church and in the world: “That they all may be one as you, Father, are in me and I in you; I pray that all may be one in us.” (John 17:21) Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Baton Rouge, LA Permit No. 293 ST. JOSEPH SPIRITUALITY CENTER ST. JOSEPH SPIRITUALITY CENTER That all may be one A sponsored ministry of the The Congregation of St. Joseph sponsors retreat and spirituality centers around the country designed to meet your spiritual needs. For more information, visit the Congregation online at www.csjoseph.org and click on ‘spirituality.’ 2015-2016 BROCHURE Dianne Hanley, MPS Executive Director RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED The purpose of the Center is to promote religious education and the spiritual development of adults. This includes activities that foster the wholeness and holiness of the human person, which leads to a deepening and effective consciousness of the role of the Christian in the world. St. Joseph Spirituality Center 2980 Kleinert Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70806-6800 From its mission, interpreted through the charism of the Congregation of St. Joseph, flows the ministry of companioning in Christ, women and men desirous of a life of faith, prayer and service. Within the Roman Catholic tradition, the Center identifies with Ignatian Spirituality as the context for its offerings. 2980 Kleinert Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone: (225) 383-3349 [email protected] www.stjocenter.org Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. – Noon SPIRITUAL DIRECTION RETREATS EXTENDED PROGRAMS Spiritual direction is guidance in spiritual growth, between two persons or in a group, in which a more spiritually experienced person listens to the sacred stories of a directee or directees and reflects back the ways in which God may be, directly or indirectly, touching their lives. “Sanando las Heridas de la Vida” Retiro y La Misa Sabado, 15 de Agosto, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Dirigido por: Padre Matt Linn Costo: $50 (incluye el almuerzo) The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life A Nine-Month Program Aug. 18/19, 2015 – May 3, 2016 Director: Claudia Maxson, MPS first and second year program Director: Sr. Cynthia Sabathier, CSJ for advanced participants Jesus gave us examples of this in his conversations with Nicodemus, the woman at the well, and in the ongoing formation of Peter and the other disciples. INDIVIDUAL SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Spiritual Directors: Sr. Cynthia Sabathier, Sr. Lucy Silvio, Sr. Kathleen Babin, Claudia Maxson, Melinda LeBlanc By appointment. Fee: $40, negotiable Applications available by calling or online at www.stjocenter.org DONATIONS GREATLY APPRECIATED The generosity of our donors helps those who may not be able to afford our services receive our spiritual offerings. The St. Joseph Spirituality Center, a nonprofit organization, derives financial support primarily from donations, which along with program fees help to cover operating expenses. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. MEMORIAL DONATIONS ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED. Este retiro será ofrecido en español por el Padre Matt Linn, pero el equipo de St. Joseph Spirituality Center en la actualidad no habla español. Por consiguiente, por favor llamen al Center. Si necesitan más información en español, llamen al teléfono de Diana at 225-571-7336. “Helping Children Discover God’s Purpose for Their Lives” A Parents’ Retreat Sunday, August 16, 2015 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Presenter: Fr. Matt Linn, SJ Fee: $40 Pre-registration is preferred, but not required. Retreats held at: St. Joseph’s Academy Mother Alice Hall, 3080 Kleinert Ave. “24 Hours for the Lord” A Lenten Silent Retreat at Rosaryville March 4 - 5, 2016 Friday 4:00 p.m. until Saturday 5:00 p.m. Directors: Sr. Cynthia Sabathier and Sr. Lucy Silvio Fee: $200 Pre-registration and non-refundable $50 deposit required by: Thursday, February 18. Location: Rosaryville Spirit Life Center 39003 Rosaryville Rd., Ponchatoula, LA 70454 If needed, scholarships or reduced fees are available for our programs. Register online or by calling the Center. For those who will dedicate one hour a day to prayer and meet weekly for group direction over a nine-month period. Deadline for registration: August 12, 2015 Fee: $900 + materials (may be paid in four installments) Limited enrollment Peer Supervision Group Sessions For Trained Spiritual Directors Beginning Sept. 8, 2015, and most second Tuesdays through May 10, 2016 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Facilitator: Patti Clement Those who meet the criteria for participation will be asked to make a commitment to attend regularly and to assume responsibility, at least once each semester, for preparing the prayer, leading the study and submitting a verbatim. Fee: $50 for the series Location: St. Joseph’s Academy Mother Alice Hall 3080 Kleinert Avenue
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