Manresa Jesuit Retreat House

Book Study: Soulful Spirituality
2023-09-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Sept. 11, 25
Oct. 9, 23
Nov. 6, 2023
Becoming fully alive and deeply human
Spirituality has an indispensable role in the expression of our humanity. However, spiritual practices can sometimes make us less authentically human. How can we grow in our spiritual journey so that we become fully alive and deeply human?
David Benner presents a psychologically informed understanding of spirituality, examining the difference between a deep and shallow religious experience and healthy and unhealthy relationships with God. This book will appeal to those seeking depth and substance in their quest for authentic spirituality.
Before our first meeting, please read Part One, Chapters 1 and 2, and jot notes for the following reflection items: Chapter 1, #4 and Chapter 2, #4. Then read Part Three, Chapter 8 and practice the four exercises. *Zoom instructions will be emailed to registered participants prior to each session.
Facilitator: Rosemary Insley is a retired chaplain and bereavement counselor, with Master’s degrees in Pastoral Studies and Social Work. As a spiritual companion, she guides others in the Spiritual Exercises and in retreats.

Christian Yoga for body, mind & Spirit
2023-09-11 17:00 - 18:00
Sept. 11, 18, 25
Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Nov. 6, 13, 20
Dec. 4, 11, 2023
Christian Yoga is a form of prayer in which we place ourselves on this journey to be present in the moment with God, with a focus on breath. As we move through postures accompanied by meditative quiet and prayer, we find balance, strength and union of our whole self with God. In the end, this brings us to our quiet center to be still with God and to know His peace. Join us for this healthy, healing practice in an atmosphere of prayer and meditation.
Instructor: Mary Gresens is a graduate of Manresa’s Internship in Spiritual Companionship, certified yoga instructor and first degree black belt Nia teacher.
*Zoom instructions will be emailed to registered participants prior to each session.

Lectio Prayer Group
2023-09-11 10:00 - 11:30
Sept. 11
Oct. 9, 2023
Nov. 13, 2023
Dec. 11, 2023
Engaging with the Living Word of God
Do you desire a more conversational relationship with God? Are you curious about how to more readily encounter Christ in our world? If so, consider participating in Manresa’s Lectio Prayer Group.
Lectio divina is rooted in Scripture, the living Word of God. By reading the Word, listening and considering how God is speaking to you in daily life, you can grow in finding God in all things. This is a practice that helps you to discern your journey toward God.
Facilitators: Paula Dow and Kay Dodson completed Manresa’s Internship in Ignatian Spirituality. They are both experienced in leading lectio divina.
*Zoom instructions will be emailed to registered participants prior to each session.

Guided Contemplative Prayer in Spanish / Contemplación de otoño
2023-09-10 13:30 - 17:00
Sept. 10, 2023 – Autumn Contemplation
Oct. 22, 2023 – Preparing for Gratitude
Dec. 3, 2023 – The Posada: Welcoming and Receiving Light
In the Ignatian tradition, praying with the imagination is called contemplation. In the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola, contemplation is an active way of praying that engages the mind and heart and stirs up thoughts and emotions.
We invite you to join us on Sunday afternoons to experience a guided contemplative prayer in Spanish. In each session, you will have reflective time to spend in silence and there will be time for sharing. Each session will be guided by a spiritual companion with experience in the Ignatian spiritual tradition.
Donations are gratefully accepted. Participants are encouraged to donate to Manresa Jesuit Retreat House in support of its Mission.
To register, please contact us at ignacianosdemanresa@gmail.com or (248) 385-3537.

Weekend Retreat for Men
2023-09-08 18:30 - 2023-09-10 12:30
Silent retreat for men in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola and under the patronage of Blessed Sebastian Kimura, SJ. Retreat Director: Fr. Robert Scullin, SJ. Groups: McDonald-McHardy, St. Mary of the Hills, Serra of Oakland County, Shrine-Reichenbach
You do not have to be a member of the parish or group in order to attend this retreat. All men are welcome. For more information, contact a group captain: Joe Pavlov–810-334-0154, Ron Smarch–810-300-4257, Hugh Buchanan–248-659-8665, Bob Barrett–248-388-7073, Jeff Kozinski–574-333-1310, Julius Tomaszewski–248-398-3779, Mike Nagy–248-376-9287

Praying with Art: Eastern Rite Icons 2
2023-09-05 19:00 - 20:30
Sept. 5, 19
Oct. 3, 17, 31
Nov. 14
Dec. 5, 2023
Icons, more than any other form of art, are meant to be prayed with.
Eastern Rite icons are quite different from the Western art we have concentrated on so far. The Western Church leaves artists free to paint religious images however they want; the Eastern Church provides guidelines to ensure that icons are theologically sound. That’s because icons are meant to proclaim the Gospel in images as the Scriptures do in words.
Icons belong in churches, not museums; they are sacred objects for the prayer corners of our homes, not decorations for anywhere else. They not only recall historical persons and events, but they are windows into heaven that put us into direct contact with the holy persons or with the enduring heavenly reality of the events portrayed.
Please join us and experience their spiritual richness.
Instructors: Fr. Peter Fennessy, SJ is a long-time member of Manresa’s ministerial team. Carole Sugrue served as a docent at the Detroit Institute of Arts for more than 30 years.

Christian Yoga Retreat
2023-09-01 19:30 - 2023-09-03 12:30
Gift and Gratitude: Finding God in All Things Patron: Fr. John LaFarge, SJ
God asks us to be still so that we can be with Him and be open to His love and guidance. Quieting the mind and shutting off its chatter and constant activity requires time and practice. A powerful way to find stillness and inner peace is through the combination of contemplation and yoga.
This retreat invites you to step out of your noisy world and spend time in silence with yourself and God. Through guided meditations, Christian contemplative yoga sessions, and time for prayer and quiet reflection, you are giving yourself a gift.
Retreat Directors: Fr. Leo Cachat, SJ, Mary Gresens and DiAnne Patterson Schultz.
