IN-PERSON ONLY
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
Tuesday, December 10       9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
The old familiar It’s a Wonderful Life, is ever ancient, ever new!  What does the story say to me now?  We will view the film, share its Christmas message, and enjoy a fabulous lunch.  What a great Advent morning as we grow in appreciation of the gift of our lives. This will be fun and remarkably impactful for your Advent Season.  Donation: $25, lunch included. 

BE BORN IN ME
 MAKE MY HEART YOUR BETHLEHEM
Monday, December 16        9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
This retreat morning will allow you the time and space to celebrate Christmas spiritually. Spending this time with God makes a huge difference in the final days before Christmas, as you continue your preparation for the feast and will enhance your entire Christmas Season. “I’ll hold you in the beginning, you will hold me in the end.  Every moment in the middle, make my heart your Bethlehem.  Be Born in Me.” (Battistelli) Donation: $25, lunch included. Zoom: $20
 
THE END OF THE YEAR RETREAT
Tuesday, December 31        9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Since God gives us life and time and is Lord over all, it seems appropriate to end the year in prayer.  Francis House offers time, space and quiet for naming the graces of 2024 and expressing gratitude to God.  The day will focus on our goals, hopes and desires for 2025.  We reverently say farewell to 2024 and cordially welcome 2025 as a gift from God.  Please bring your lunch. Donation: Love Offering
 
ZOOM ONLY 
 FIRST BELONG TO GOD A RETREAT WITH POPE FRANCIS
9 Wednesdays      3:00 – 4:30 PM   or   7:00 – 8:30 PM
January 22 & 29          March 12 & 26
 February 12 & 26        April 9 & 23   May 7
If your soul needs light and peace and hope this program is for you. The time commitment is well worth it and to make it easier for you we are offering it both in the afternoon and the evening. Pope Francis’ writings give witness to the depth of his understanding of world issues and Ignatian Spirituality for today. We will use First Belong to God by Austen Ivereigh. Donation: $150