MEN'S RETREATS

Mayslake Ministries is committed to offering Sacred Time and Sacred Space to all who seek time away from the hectic pace and demands of everyday life.   Time spent on retreat invites us to nurture the peace within so that we may better hear the voice of God in the silence of our hearts.

Our men’s retreat program offers two types of weekend retreat experiences:

                Silent Retreats:   This type of retreat offers the participant an entire weekend filled with time for quiet reflection and prayer.   Talking is kept to an absolute minimum.   Throughout the weekend, (4) retreat talks and prayer services are offered as a means of helping participants reflect upon their spiritual journey with Christ.    Opportunities for individual spiritual direction are also available.

Time:  Retreats begin on Friday evenings at 8:00pm and conclude by noon on Sunday.     

Location:  Cardinal Stritch Retreat House in Mundelein. 

Retreat facilitators:  Fr. Jonathan Foster, OFM and Christine Grano          

                 Preached Retreats:   This type of retreat offers participants the opportunity to interact with fellow retreatants through shared prayer, group discussions, and meals.   Throughout the weekend, (4) retreat talks are presented, and intervals of extended time are given for quiet reflection, journaling, reading, or napping!

Time:     Retreats begin at 8:00 Friday evening and conclude on Sunday at Noon.

Location:  The Well in LaGrange, Illinois

Retreat Facilitator:  Fr. Tom Borkowski