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Benedictine hospitality, spirituality and community for people of all faiths and cultures.
Benedictine hospitality, spirituality and community for people of all faiths and cultures.
Sisters of Benet Hill MonasterySisters of Benet Hill Monastery
A welcoming presence for every season of your spiritual journey.A welcoming presence for every season of your spiritual journey.
2017 - 2018
2017 - 2018
Pathways Catalog
Pathways Catalog
3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 3: FREE PROGRAM-DONATIONS ACCEPTED Sunday: Oct. 1-Part 3 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy
Labyrinth Retreat Saturday, Oct. 14 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Befriending the Mystics Block 2~Fridays: Oct. 20 - Nov. 10 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Chamber Concert Series: JERI JORGENSEN, VIOLIN AND CULLAN BRYANT, PIANO Sunday, Oct. 29 2:30 pm
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Healing Our Losses: Honoring Each Unique Journey Saturday, August 26 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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First Saturday Centering Prayer Saturdays: July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 9:00 am to 12:30 pm 2018: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5, June 2, July 7
Wednesday Centering Prayer Location: Benedicta’s House 2602 N. Chelton Rd., Colo. Spgs., CO 80909 Wednesdays: 9:00 am to 10:00 am Pathways to Peace Program Thursdays: July 13, Sept. 14, Nov. 9, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm 2018: Jan. 11, Mar. 8, May 10, July 12, Sept. 13, Nov. 8
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Global Online Location: Online September - June
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Colorado Springs Location: Benet Hill Monastery, 3190 Benet Lane, Colo. Springs, CO 80921 Year 1: Wednesdays: Sept. 6 - May 2, 2018 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Denver Denver: The Center for Contemplative Outreach/Living;3650 Yates St., Denver, CO 80212 Year 1: Mondays: August 28 - April 30 , 2018 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Grand Junction Location: Whitewater Benedictine Community (near Grand Junction) Year 1: 2nd Saturdays: Sept. 9 - June 9, 2018 9:00 am to 3:30 pm AND the 4th Wednesday evening each month 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Film Series~”SHORTS NIGHT” Films from 5 - 30 minutes in length (from the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Library) Friday, September 8 Start Time: 6:30 pm
Introduction to Centering Prayer Saturday, Sept. 9 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Befriending the Mystics Block 1~Fridays: Sept. 15 - Oct. 6 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 1: FREE PROGRAM-DONATIONS ACCEPTED Sundays: Sept. 17-Part 1, Sept. 24- Part 2, Oct. 1-Part 3 Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Spiritual Conversations: Apostolic Letter Misericordia et Misera (Mercy and Peace) by Pope Francis Tuesday Mornings: Sept. 19-Oct 24, 2017 9:30 am to11:30 am Tuesday Evenings: Sept. 19-Oct 24, 2017 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 2: FREE PROGRAM-DONATIONS ACCEPTED Sundays: Sept. 24- Part 2, Oct. 1-Part 3 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy
Moonlight Walk of Labyrinth Saturday: November 4 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Film Series: “MAYA ANGELOU: AND STILL I RISE” (from the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Library) Friday, Nov. 10 Start Time: 6:30 pm
Quick Calendar 2017 - 2018Quick Calendar 2017 - 2018 3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org
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Benet Hill Monastery Location: 3190 Benet Lane, Colo. Springs, CO 80921
Whitewater Retreats: Grand Junction Location: 8250 Kannah Creek Road; Whitewater, CO 81527
Create A Prayer Journal Saturday, Feb. 17 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Discover The Spirit Working In Your Life ~You May Be Surprised Tuesday Evenings: Feb. 20 - Mar. 13, 2018 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Wednesday Mornings: Feb. 21 - Mar. 14, 2018 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Befriending the Mystics Block 4 ~ Fridays: Feb. 23 - March 16 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Spiritual Conversations: “EXPLORING WHAT DEATH CAN TEACH US ABOUT LIVING” Tuesdays: April 10 - May 15 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Spring Retreat ~ “YOU ARE LOVED, FORGIVEN AND PURSUED BY A JEALOUS GOD ” Saturday, April 14 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Chamber Concert Series: COLIN MCALLISTER, CLASSICAL GUITAR Sunday, April 15 2:30 pm
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ADVENT RETREAT~ “AN ADVENT PAUSE: SHOW UP, SLOW DOWN AND WAIT” Saturday, Dec. 9 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Taizé Peace Prayer Sunday, Dec. 31 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Film Series: “TO THE MOON AND BACK” (from the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Library) Friday, Jan. 12 Start Time: 6:30 pm
Chamber Concert Series: PARISH HOUSE BAROQUE Sunday, Jan. 14 2:30 pm
Befriending the Mystics Block 3~ Fridays: Jan. 19 – Feb. 9 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Retreat ~ “HEALING OUR LOSSES: DANCING WITH GRIEF” Saturday, Jan. 27 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Chamber Concert Series: AMY MAPLES, SOPRANO Sunday, March 4 2:30 pm
Retreat Ministry & Facilities
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Other ServicesSpiritual Direction, Bereavement Education, Counseling
Benet Gifts, Sisters’ Thrift & Boutique
Lectio Divina Retreat Saturday, Nov. 11 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
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Pathways to Peace Program
What is a monastery? Do nuns still wear habits?
What exactly do they do all day?
Come learn more about life in a modern day monastery. Hear about current programs and ministries. Tour the monastery and meet the prioress. Find out how you can get more involved at Benet Hill Monastery.
2017: July 13, Sept. 14, Nov. 9 2018: Jan. 11, Mar. 8, May 10, July 12, Sept. 13, Nov. 8
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Carin Willis, Mission Advancement Office [email protected] or (719) 355-1636.
“Benet Hill Monastery is a positive spot in a negative world.” -Guest
Forgiveness Prayer Retreat Saturday, March 10 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
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Film Series: “THE STUDENT BODY” (from the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Library) Friday, March 9 Start Time: 6:30 pm
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Spiritual DirectionThe primary focus in spiritual direction is our relationship with God and the integration of that relationship into our lives. Call for an appointment. Suggested Donation: $50-$70 for a one-hour session. Sliding scale fee available.
Bereavement Education and CounselingMarilyn Carpenter, OSB, MRE, MA Psych, BCC is a certified Chaplain and Bereavement/Grief Counselor with 30 years experience. She is available at Benet Hill Monastery in Colorado Springs and in Denver for one-on-one and/or small group grief work and healing prayer sessions. Sliding scale fee available. Sister Marilyn is also the Colorado contact person for the National Organization of SHARE: Infant Death Parent Support Group. Sister Marilyn is willing to make phone contact with couples and guide them to the best resources for their needs.
CounselingClare Carr, OSB , MA, LPC, CAC II is a Benedictine sister and a professional counselor with 15 years of experience. Her specialty is working with clients dealing with addiction and trauma issues. Her approach focuses on discovering what we think and determining how it impacts the way we act and feel. Sliding scale fee available.
Contact: Sister Therese O’Grady, OSB; [email protected] Phone: (719) 473-8764
Contact: Sister Marilyn Carpenter, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 429-7500
Contact: Sister Clare Carr, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 112
Sunday9:00 am Morning Praise10:15 am Eucharist (Mass)5:00 pm Sung Vespers
Monday9:00 am Morning Praise12:00 pm Noon Prayer5:00 pm Vespers with Communion
Tuesday - Thursday9:00 am Morning Praise12:00 pm Noon Prayer5:00 pm Eucharist (Mass)6:45 pm Vespers
Friday7:45 am Lectio Divina 12:00 pm Noon Prayer5:00 pm Vespers
Saturday5:00 pm Vespers
All are welcome to join us for Morning Praise, Vespers and
Eucharist.
Retreat Description: Loss enters our lives in many ways: death, geographic move, tragedy, career transition, empty nest, caring for parents or grandchildren, chronic illness, full nest “again”, and many more. This retreat/workshop is for anyone who has experienced any type of loss and also for those who are journeying with another in their loss.
We will spend time exploring the landscape of loss and the ways it affects us, learning tools to help us navigate our unique journeys, and utilizing ritual to support healing. Further retreats, workshops, and support groups are likely to be created as an extension of this retreat/workshop.
After you register, a questionnaire (to help with the grief process) will be sent for you to complete and bring with you to the workshop.
For Sister Marilyn Carpenter’s Bio, please refer to page 6.
Contact: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 150
Monastery Prayer ScheduleMonastery Prayer Schedule
Mystical Thoughts of Ilia Delio: Does my cell phone keep me in touch with God? Saturday, June 24 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fee: $65 Presenter: Deacon Rick Klein Please bring your own lunch, as lunch is not provided.
Healing Our Losses: Honoring Each Unique Journey Saturday, August 26 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fee: $65 Presenters: Amy Agape, PhD & Sister Marilyn Carpenter, OSB Please bring your own lunch, as lunch is not provided.
Rick Klein is a presenter in the Befriending the Mystics series for Contemplative Vision. He is also a graduate of the Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program and now is a facilitator and presenter in the program. Rick also has an active ministry in spiritual direction. He and his wife Lori have been married for 38 years and have three children and three grandchildren. They live in Fort Collins, CO.
Retreat Description: Deacon Rick Klein presents the work of Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio, OSF. We will explore the spiritual implications of the modern sciences that are part of our everyday 21st century lives, from cell phones, to automobiles, to computers. We’ll see how modern science and spirituality combine to enhance our non-dual understanding of the universe.
Amy Agape, PhD, has been living with death consciously for the past seventeen years. A rare heart and lung condition has led her to the stage of active dying three separate times. As a hospice volunteer and educator, Amy witnesses and supports others during their final weeks and days; and as a spiritual director, she accompanies many on their spiritual journey.
No matter where you are in the world, we are capable of doing spiritual direction online!
ARE YOU A SEEKER?Are you seeking a closer relationship with God? Are you interested in deepening your spiritual journey? Sisters of Benet Hill invite you to explore with spiritual direction.
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Benedictine Spiritual Formation ProgramThis vital ministry of Benet Hill Monastery since 1983, is rooted in Benedictine values, is open to persons of all faith traditions, and focuses on personal transformation and spiritual growth. The two year program was created to deepen each participant’s inner journey and provide a safe place for participants to connect with others seeking spiritual enrichment. It opens new pathways of spiritual service, including the ministry of spiritual direction.
THE PROGRAM: *Cultivates the desire for contemplative living and prayer *Provides a safe and sacred space to unravel the mystery of your spiritual life story *Creates an intentional movement toward a compassionate pattern of living *Broadens awareness of other faith traditions *Educates participants to the process of and the participation in spiritual direction *Applies the wisdom of the Benedictine tradition/values and life application here and now in the 21st century *Enriches the lives of all participants
Program Fees: All Sites Tuition: $2,300 + BooksPayment plans available.
Application Process: The application process allows adequate time for an in-depth interview to determine each applicant’s readiness and commitment to this spiritual formation process. Applications are found on our website. Classes are scheduled September through May.
“Answering God’s call to enter into silence with him has begun to bring more peace than just doing all the talking and petitioning. What I treasure most about this entire journey is waking up enough to notice, truly notice, how God is working in my life every day. I have begun to see with sharper vision the actions and gifts of God in the ordinary and in the extraordinary. I am grateful beyond words for my time in this program and to everyone who has mentored me on this journey. I now look forward with joy to being a companion to others who want to notice how God loves them and how he is working in their lives.“ -BSFP Graduate
“I’ve learned to listen. For the first time in my life that I’m aware of, I’ve actually listened deeply. I pray to be able to listen deeply to my family and in all parts of my life. I’m not there yet, by far, but it is the desire of my heart. That is the greatest teaching and gift that I have received from this program.” -BSFP Graduate
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Colorado Springs Location: Benet Hill Monastery 3190 Benet Lane, Colo. Springs, CO 80921 Year 1: Wednesdays: Sept. 6- May 2, 2018 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Colorado Springs Contact:
Gail Chamley, Year I Facilitator; [email protected] Klein, Year II Facilitator; [email protected]
Denver Contact: Dana Cossey, M.A.S.M., Year I [email protected]; ( 720) 879-7866Rick Klein, Year II Facilitator; [email protected]
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Denver Location: The Center for Contemplative Outreach/Living 3650 Yates St., Denver, CO 80212 Year 1: Mondays: August 28- April 30, 2018 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Grand Junction Contacts: Sister Mary Glenn, OSB or Sister Anne Madeleine Brost, OSB; Grand Junction [email protected]; (970) 241-3847
Year 1: 2nd Saturdays: Sept. 9 - June 9, 2018 9:00 am to 3:00 pm AND the 4th Wednesday evening each month 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program: Grand Junction Location: Whitewater Benedictine Community (near Grand Junction)
Year I Opening Retreat Sept. 16, 2017 Spiritual Reflection: Workshop 1 Oct. 20-21, 2017Grief and Healing Arts Retreat Jan. 20, 2018 Spiritual Reflection: Workshop 2 Feb. 24, 2018 Transformation Retreat April 7, 2018
Year I: The first year curriculum invites the student to look deeply within the experiences of their lives through a variety of methods: study of prayer in its various forms, exploring scripture and spiritual disciplines that nourish the inner journey, embracing wholistic spirituality including family systems, forgiveness and healing, and developing a compassionate heart. Each of these methods leads toward a fuller understanding and transformation of self. Year 1 also includes five retreats/workshops. CLASS ACTIVITIES:
*Presentations by credentialed professionals*Weekly experiences of different prayer forms*Participation in small group sessions and processes*Weekly reading and writing assignments, including a personal journal*Monthly meetings with a spiritual director
Katherine Flahive, M. DIV.,osb OblateBenedictine Spiritual Formation Program DirectorP (303) 601-6222; [email protected]
The Benedictine Spiritual Formation ProgramThe Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org3190 Benet Lane ~ Colorado Springs, CO 80921(719) 633-0655 ~ www.benethillmonastery.org
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Global Online Contact: Sister Mary Colleen Schwarz, OSBGlobal Online [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 134Mary Ann Spiker, Global Online [email protected]
Global Online The Global Online Benedictine Spiritual Formation Program allows people from around the world to connect with others seeking spiritual awakening or spiritual enrichment and is open to people of all faith traditions. The two year program is designed for students in today’s world needing flexibility and the ability to creatively manage the study aspect of the program. The core path of the program is encouraging each person to new life and a changed vision in which to live their spiritual life, both personally and with others.This spiritual formation program, without walls, includes those who may have a disability or physical limitation leaving them home bound or unable to attend classes at our other sites.
THE PROGRAM: *Cultivates the desire for contemplative living and prayer *Provides a safe and sacred space to unravel the mystery of your spiritual life story *Creates an intentional movement toward a compassionate pattern of living *Broadens awareness of other faith traditions *Educates participants to the process of and the participation in spiritual direction *Shares the wisdom of the Benedictine tradition/values and life application here and now in the 21st century *Enriches the lives of all participants
Program Fees: Global Online Tuition: $2,300 + Books
Year I Global Online (September to June)The first year curriculum invites the student to examine the experience of their lives through a variety of methods; study of prayer in its various forms, adapting a contemplative life style, spiritual disciplines that nourish your spiritual journey, creating a rule of life, and holistic spirituality, forgiveness, suffering and healing and cultivating a heart of compassion. Each of these methods leads toward a fuller understanding and transformation of self.
“In one of the very first classes, we were told that we are the beloved, the redeemed and the forgiven. This is our God-given identity, and through this program, many of us have come a long way, sometimes kicking and screaming, to this final realization: to know ourselves deeply and love ourselves as God loves us. We have learned a new way of living in the world, through awareness, and to see with God’s eyes, to hear with God’s ears, and to love with God’s heart.” -Global Online Graduate
Charles M. Benson has been teaching Art and Architectural History for over 30 years at various institutions in and around the Pikes Peak Region. He is currently an instructor at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, The PILLAR Institute, and the Bemis School of Art.
Even though these sessions are FREE, please register on our website under “Events” for planning purposes.
Description: Part 1 – A background in context and tradition of these Altarpieces; The Merode Altarpiece by Robert Campin, The Ghent Altarpiece or the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb by Jan Van Eyck – This session will thoroughly explore the ‘Worlds Within Worlds’ of this incredible work of Western Civilization!
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 1: FREE PROGRAM-SUGGESTED DONATION $10.00 Sunday: Sept. 17 Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Presenter: Chuck Benson
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 2: FREE PROGRAM-SUGGESTED DONATION $10.00 Sundays: Sept. 24 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy Presenter: Chuck Benson
Description: Part 2 - We will continue on to explore the Saints John Altarpiece of Hans Memling and his Last Judgement as well, and then explore The Garden of Earthly Delights by Hieronymus Bosch. We will conclude session 2 with a look at The Darmstadt Madonna by Hans Holbein.
Great Altarpieces of Europe- Part 3: FREE PROGRAM-SUGGESTED DONATION $10.00 Sunday: Oct. 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Benet Hill Dining Room after Sunday Liturgy Presenter: Chuck BensonDescription: Part 3 – Our third and final session will start with the incomparable Isenheim Altarpiece by Matthius Gruenwald – perhaps the most sublime European Altarpiece of the High Northern European Renaissance! Finally, we will examine the carved Altarpieces of both Veit Stoss and Tilman Riemenschneider both in Krakow, Poland and a few of the greatest altarpieces in southern Germany.
Continuing EducationContinuing EducationClassroom without walls...Classroom without walls...
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Contact: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 150
Introduction to Centering Prayer Saturday, Sept. 9 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45
Description: Centering Prayer is a method of prayer within the Christian contemplative prayer tradition. This introductory workshop offers participants the basics of the centering prayer practice. The day includes experiences of centering prayer and presentations on the four fundamental guidelines for beginning a daily practice of centering prayer.
Wednesday Centering Prayer
Location: Benedicta’s House 2602 N. Chelton Rd. Colo. Springs, CO 80909 Wednesday: 9:00 am to 10:00 am Contact: Sister Therese O’Grady, OSB Phone: (719) 473-8764 [email protected]
Contemplative Vision MinistryContemplative Vision seeks God in all of creation and therefore inclines the ear of our heart toward God and responds to the action God calls forth from us. Our goal is to share prayer practices, programs, retreats and workshops that help participants be open to God’s gift of contemplation. We partner with Contemplative Outreach Ltd. to offer Centering Prayer workshops, Forgiveness Prayer and Welcoming Prayer practices. Contemplative Outreach Ltd. is an international organization furthering contemplative living around the world. For more information on Contemplative Outreach, contact Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB at [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 150or go to www.contemplativeoutreach.org
First Saturday Prayer Days
Location: Benet Hill Monastery 9:00 am to 12:30 pm Saturdays; July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 2018: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Mar. 3, Apr. 7, May 5, June 2, July 7
Social Time: 9:00 am Prayer begins at 9:30 am
Every First Saturday of the month we gather at the monastery for Centering Prayer, personal reflection and a variety of enrichment opportunities. All are welcome. Donations accepted.
Contact: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 150 Class Description: Spiritual Conversations is a new offering from Benet Hill. The six-week session is conversation centered on a written text or video series (or both) that help participants engage in meaningful discussions about issues and concerns of our times. This ‘conversation’ format is unique in that participants are encouraged to share articles, videos and their own life experience giving greater knowledge and insight to the whole group. This Spiritual Conversation centers on Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter Misericordia et Misera (November 2016).
In his letter, the Pope offers insight on his understanding of mercy. We will also explore aspects of Catholic moral and social teaching which influence our faith and our socio-economic, cultural and political choices. Our ‘conversations’ are held in an atmosphere of prayer and attentive listening to each other’s wisdom.
Fee: $100 per Block or Save $60 and Register for all 4 Blocks at once ($340 total): Befriending the Mystics is divided into 4 blocks. Each block equals 4 weeks. You can participate in the entire series or select individual blocks. Register for all four blocks and save $60. Group rates apply. Call 719-633-0655 Ext. 132 for more information.
Befriending the Mystics Block 1: Fridays Sept. 15 - Oct. 6 9:30 am to 11:30 amBlock 2: Fridays Oct. 20 - Nov. 10 9:30 am to 11:30 amBlock 3: Fridays Jan.19 - Feb. 9, 2018 9:30 am to 11:30 amBlock 4: Fridays Feb. 23 - March 16, 2018 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Class Description: Mysticism has a long history in our Christian heritage. The mystical experiences of many saints are well documented. However, mystical experience is very personal and extremely intimate. Each mystic has his or her own story, lived in a particular time and place. Each mystic has very special encounters with God which we are privileged to share. Befriending the Mystics is designed to give participants a chance to peek in on the mystical experience of a variety of people throughout history. Each session will include prayer, a presentation on a particular mystic and prayer using Lectio Divina with the mystic’s writings.
2017-18 will feature Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Rembrandt van Rijn, Black Elk and many more.
Spiritual Conversations: Apostolic Letter Misericordia et Misera (Mercy and Peace) by Pope Francis
Tuesday Mornings: Sept. 19-Oct 24, 2017 9:30 am to 11:30 am Tuesday Evenings: Sept. 19-Oct 24, 2017 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Fee: $85.00 includes a copy of Misericordia et Misera Facilitator: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB
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Retreat Description: Walking a labyrinth is a lesser known part of the Christian tradition. Our outdoor labyrinth was created in 2001 by Sister Jan Ginzkey and 37 volunteers and is based on the ancient, yet contemporary labyrinth design found in the Cathedral in Chartres, France. The labyrinth is a metaphor of life. We did not smooth the ground or remove trees because life is not smooth and we meet obstacles along the way. You are invited to experience prayer in a new way by walking the labyrinth. Take advantage of this opportunity for silent meditation and contemplation.
Class Description: This four-week class invites participants to renew, refresh and deepen their understanding of the influence and impact of the Holy Spirit in their personal spiritual journey. The Holy Spirit is always active in our lives, (whether we are aware or not), inviting us to experience deeper meaning, purpose and immersion into the Divine. Each session will include time for input, pondering, wondering and prayer.
Introduction to Lectio Divina Retreat Saturday: November 11 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45 Presenter: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB
Retreat Description: Lectio Divina or “divine reading” is an ancient monastic practice of praying with sacred scripture that dates back before the 6th century. This retreat is an introduction to the practice of Lectio Divina along with some history of the practice.
Contact: Sister Ana Cloughly, OSB; [email protected]; (719) 633-0655 Ext. 150
Labyrinth Retreat Saturday, Oct. 14 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $65.00 Presenter: Sister Jan Ginzkey, OSB
ADVENT RETREAT~ “AN ADVENT PAUSE: SHOW UP, SLOW DOWN AND WAIT” Saturday, Dec. 9 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45.00 Presenter: Sister Marilyn Carpenter, OSB
Create A Prayer Journal MORE INFORMATION COMING LATER ON THIS WORKSHOP Saturday, Feb. 17 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45 Presenter: TBA
Healing Our Losses: Dancing with Grief Saturday, Jan. 27 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fee: $65 Presenters: Amy Agape & Sister Marilyn Carpenter, OSB Please bring your own lunch, as lunch is not provided.
Retreat Description: We are told there is “a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance” -Ecclesiastes 3:4 and yet when we experience loss, it sometimes seems as though we will never laugh or dance again. To be ‘bereaved’ means to be ‘torn apart’. When we have suffered the loss of someone or something we love, the grief can be almost unbearable; yet Jesus promises us that we will find comfort in this darkest of times. How can we find that comfort? By honoring our unique, individual pathways with loss and by practicing healthy methods of grieving and mourning, we weave together the different seasons of our lives into one complete tapestry; we learn to cry and laugh, to mourn and dance.This retreat/workshop will build on our first Healing Our Losses retreat and serve as a stand-alone event for newcomers. It is offered for anyone who has experienced grief and for those who companion the bereaved. We will spend time exploring our own unique journeys with loss and the ways it affects us, and create opportunities for healing through contemplation, practice and ritual.After you register, a questionnaire (to help with the grief process) will be sent for you to complete and bring with you to the workshop.
Discover The Spirit Working In Your Life ~You May Be Surprised Tuesday Evenings: Feb. 20 - Mar. 13, 2018 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Wednesday Mornings: Feb. 21 - Mar. 14, 2018 9:30 am to 11:30 am Fee: $100 Group rates available. Call 719-633-0655 Ext. 132 for more information. Presenter: Sister Rose Ann Barmann, OSB
Sister Jan Ginzkey, OSB is a Physical Therapist who has combined her knowledge of physical strengthening with contemplative spiritual practice by leading labyrinth retreats, healing retreats and teaching energy workshops.
Sister Rose Ann Barmann, OSB, M.A. has been a Benedictine sister for over 58 years and has taught all age groups from young children, and youth to college students and adults. She enjoys interacting and engaging with people seeking to discover deeper meaning in their lives. Sister Rose Ann has also led retreats, given talks and presentations about Benedictine life, spirituality and theology. Her love for living out her monastic Benedictine vows influences and guides all facets of her ministry of teaching.
Moonlight Walk of Labyrinth Saturday: November 4 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Fee: TBA Presenter: Sister Jan Ginzkey, OSB Join us for this special prayerful walk of the labyrinth.
Retreat Description: This day will be a time to pause amid the hectic outside rush of the “holiday” season. First we show up, then we will use ritual, silence, music and prayer to slow us down from that outside rush. As we wait in this Advent Pause, our heart and spirit will be prepared to more calmly receive the blessings of this wondrous Advent-Christmas-Epiphany season.
Taizé Peace Prayer Sunday, Dec. 31 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm All are welcome.
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Forgiveness Prayer Retreat Saturday, March 10, 2017 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45Retreat Description: Forgiving is foundational to our Christian faith and an expression of our basic core of goodness. Forgiving oneself or others is not easy though. We must rely on God rather than ourselves. The Forgiveness Retreat explores our beliefs around forgiveness and offers a method of prayer that facilitates our trust in God’s power and guidance as we strive to forgive the hurts of our lifetime. Presenter: Steve Gabriel
Contact Us For Conference Room and Group Rates Contact: Eileen Beuler for available dates and timesCall 719-633-0655 x132or e-mail: [email protected]
Meditative Walk: Take time to enjoy a meditative walk on our many paths. Make time to visit our many diverse prayer sites.
Labyrinth (right) We have a beautiful outdoor labyrinth that can be used for meditation and prayer. The labyrinth is located in the heart of the pines and provides a wonderful place of quiet and peace.
Stone Grotto (above)This beautiful stone grotto which sits upon a rocky knoll in the pine forest was constructed by Nancy Walter, a past volunteer and friend of the sisters.
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
Large Classroom
Spiritual Conversations: “EXPLORING WHAT DEATH CAN TEACH US ABOUT LIVING” Tuesdays: April 10 - May 15 9:30 am to 11:30 am Fee: $85.00 includes a copy of The Five Invitations: Exploring What Death Can Teach Us about Living Facilitator: Amy Agape, Ph.D
Class Description: Jesus taught that in order to save our lives we must lose them. What does that mean? How can we die before we die? Death is not merely one final happening in a lifetime; it is not the finish line that we are forced toward as we take our final breaths. Rather, all deaths are integral to our life – both our final, physical death and all the smaller deaths we experience on the way to that last event. We can use our awareness of death to help ourselves prepare for our physical dying and to help us live each day more abundantly. As we do this, we are following the Way of Jesus.Our focus text will be Frank Ostaseski’s The Five Invitations: Exploring What Death Can Teach Us about Living, an insightful new offering based on Ostaseski’s decades of experience companioning hospice patients. We will also utilize other writings, videos, and - most significantly -our own, unique experiences to consider this incredibly vital question. Please join us and add your voice to the conversation.
Class Description: Come and realize anew that from your mother’s womb, you are cherished and invited to participate in the Oneness and Threeness of God. We will explore our personal invitation into the Mystery and wonder of God’s Divine Community. Experience and rest in the knowledge that you are loved, forgiven and pursued by a jealous God.
Spring Retreat ~ “YOU ARE LOVED, FORGIVEN AND PURSUED BY A JEALOUS GOD. ” Saturday, April 14 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Fee: $45 Presenter: Sister Rose Ann Barmann, OSB (Bio on page 15) Stations of the Cross
(right) Pray in the more traditional devotional setting, once again surrounded by the stillness of the forest. The Stations of the Cross were designed and hand carved on redwood plaques by the Sisters of Benet Hill during the 1960’s. The 14 stations hang on individual pines trees throughout a wooded area next to the community’s cemetery and were recently refurbished by Sister Evangeline Salazar, OSB.
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Retreat Ministry Centering Prayer Retreats
Spiritual DirectionSmall Group Facilitation
Staff Workshops/RetreatsStephen Ministry Retreats
Kannah Creek
The Whitewater Benedictine Community is a mission of Benet Hill Monastery. This Community began in 1971 when three Visitation nuns came to Colorado to establish a new monastery of the Visitation Order. The women desired to live the poverty and simplicity of original monasticism, and to have their community accessible to others. They found a hundred acre site in a desert mountain valley on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains, twenty-three miles from Grand Junction, Colorado. In February 2012, the Whitewater Community officially joined Benet Hill Monastery in Colorado Springs, Colorado, but continue their mission work in Whitewater.
Retreat ExperiencesGuests are welcome year round at the Benedictine Whitewater Community for private or group retreats, to share the community life, or just to "get away" for a day.
Contact: Sister Anne Madeleine Brost, OSBSister Mary Glenn, OSB
Whitewater Benedictine Community8250 Kannah Creek RoadWhitewater, CO 81527
Email: [email protected]: 970-241-3847
Private RetreatsExperience the Lord on your own in this quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The timeis yours, whether it is for a day or a week. Pray, listen, think, reflect and rest.
Directed Retreats AvailableMake a retreat in an atmosphere of solitude and silence conducive to hearing the Lord, under the guidance of a director. The focus is on your spiritual journey in daily meetings with your director for reflection and prayer.
GroupsAccommodations are available for churches and other organizations. The maximum overnight number is 14 persons. Bring your own facilitator or a Benedictine sister is available for an additional fee. Do your own cooking or meals can be provided in the monastery dining room. Space for day groups is up to 75 persons.
Retreat Rates: Private Retreat for individuals (per 24 hours) $100 single occupancy, includes meals
$143 per day for directed retreats (includes spiritual direction, housing and meals) 5-day minimum
Spiritual DirectionAn ongoing experience of faith sharing and Christian listening with a trained director can enhance your retreat. The primary focus is your relationship with God and integration of that relationship into your daily life. Directors are trained in Vatican II theology and spirituality. Spiritual Direction is available for an additional fee. Please schedule sessions when you schedule your retreat.
Prepare your own meals rate: $70 single occupancy $50 per person, double occupancy
Spiritual Direction Session: Suggested donation:$50 - $70 Sliding scale fee available.
$25 one-day stay without meals (with meals an additional fee)
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PinehavenJesu Rama
Abrahaven
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Partnering with the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute, the Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery desire to educate and enlighten the community about contemporary issues and how people of extraordinary strength and faith inspire us in their ways of handling adversity. Please join us for the discussion following each movie.
All films are FREE, but we do ask you
to register online for planning purposes.
Suggested Donation:$5.00 for
refreshments.
Mission Statement of Benet Hill MonasteryWe, the Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery of Colorado Springs,
CO, are a contemporary Benedictine Monastic presence. We provide the sacred space of hospitality and the use of our
human and material resources in education, spirituality, and other viable ministries. We do this with all God’s people
and with a special emphasis for women.
Description: This film is a true underdog story of two brave girls who take a stand against government intrusion and hypocrisy while exploring the complex and controversial truths of the childhood obesity debate. Misguided attempts at eliminating obesity are highlighted in ways that will surprise many. This is a great film for parents, teens and children of all ages who want to gain more insight into this issue and learn what may cause more damage than good in fighting childhood obesity. Length: 85 minutes
Description: Join us for 5 films each ranging from 5-30 minutes in length that will make you smile and be awe-inspired. The topics are varied and move along quickly from one to the next. These films were shown during the 2016 Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival. So, if you missed them, please join us! Length: 78 minutes
Description: This film celebrates Dr. Maya Angelou by weaving her words with rare and intimate archival photographs and videos, which paint hidden moments of her life during some of America’s most defining moments. This film affirms that there is always more to know about Dr. Maya Angelou. Length: 114 minutes
Description: An American from Virginia adopts a beautiful orphan boy from Russia. A billionaire investment banker seeks justice for his lawyer who is killed after exposing corruption in the Russian gov-ernment. The actions of both men cause the Russian Adoption Ban. This film explains with clarity how one action affects another and the impact on all involved in these seemingly unrelated incidents. Length: 85 minutes
Partnerships ~Partnerships ~Film SeriesFilm Series An engaged community
An engaged community
focused on contemporary issues... focused on contemporary issues...
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Friday, November 10Start Time: 6:30 pm
“MAYA ANGELOU: AND STILL I RISE”
Friday, March 9, 2018 Start Time: 6:30 pm
“THE STUDENT BODY”
Friday, September 8 Start Time: 6:30 pm “SHORTS NIGHT”
Friday, January 12, 2018 Start Time: 6:30 pm
“TO THE MOON AND BACK”
The melodic sounds of chamber music coming from the chapel at Benet Hill Monastery represent a time-honored tradition of the Benedictines’ appreciation for God’s gift of music. Take time on a Sunday afternoon to enjoy the gift of music in this beautiful setting.
Tickets:Adult: $20 ~ Seniors/Students: $15
Subscribe to all 4 Concerts!Adult: $65(Subscription offer ends Oct. 29, 2017)
Purchase Tickets online at: www.benethillmonastery.org
Chamber Concert Series: COLIN MCALLISTER, CLASSICAL GUITAR Sunday, April 15, 2018 2:30 pm
Chamber Concert Series: PARISH HOUSE BAROQUE Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018 2:30 pm
Chamber Concert Series: AMY MAPLES, SOPRANO Sunday, March 4, 2018 2:30 pm
Description: Praised for “vocalism of impeccable poise and time-stopping expressivity”, crystalline coloratura, Amy Maples makes her debut at Benet Hill in a solo performance of world-class singing. She will be performing her favorite selections from opera, operetta, art songs and music theater with fearless imagination.
Description: Always an audience favorite, classical guitarist, Colin McAllister returns to Benet Hill for a varied program of music from the fourteenth century to the present, including the first “Golden Age” of the guitar, as well as sensual rhythms from Latin America and new works by living composers of today.
Description: Violinist Jeri Jorgensen, who has played concerts at Benet Hill since their inception, and returns again this season with virtuoso pianist, Cullan Bryant for a stellar afternoon of works for violin and piano filled with grace and artistry.
Chamber Concert Series: JERI JORGENSEN, VIOLIN AND CULLAN BRYANT, PIANO Sunday, Oct. 29 2:30 pm
Description: Early music ensemble, Parish House Baroque, (Elisa Wicks, baroque violin; Jennifer Carpenter, recorders; Pam Chaddon, viola da gamba/baroque cello and Eric Wicks, harpsichord) present another highly expressive and historically informed concert showcasing the brilliance and diversity of music from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries on period instruments through masterworks of the Renaissance and Baroque.
“Music lifts the Spirit.” -Anonymous
“There is the music of heaven in all things. Divine love abounds in all things.”
-Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) Benedictine abbess and composer
Music heals the heart...Music heals the heart...Chamber Concert SeriesChamber Concert Series
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June 2017
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