Manresa Jesuit Retreat House

Weekend Retreat for Men
2025-04-25 18:30 - 2025-04-27 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Our Lady of the Way Theme: To Know Christ Jesus Format: Silent Director: Fr. Peter Fennessy, SJ Groups: Men of Manresa; Gaylord; Mt. Pleasant; Detroit Police & Fire Fighters; St. Mary Magdalen
You do not have to be a member of the groups listed above in order to attend this retreat. All men are welcome. For more information, contact a captain: Joseph Panozzo-248.982.8218, Ronald Seguin-313.258.5910, Richard Shavinski-989.350.9738.

Christian Yoga for body, mind & spirit - Spring 2025 Session
2025-04-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-26 19:00 - 20:00
Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28 | May 5, 12, 19, 26
Christian Yoga is a form of prayer in which we place ourselves in a position 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.

Spirit of Manresa Banquet 2025
2025-05-01 17:00 - 21:00 | The Mint At Michigan First Conference Center, 27000 Evergreen Rd, Lathrup Village, MI, 48076, United States
Join us as we celebrate the Mission and Ministry of Manresa Jesuit Retreat House.
Thursday, May 1, 2025 | Cocktails 5:00 PM – Program 6:00 PM
The Mint At Michigan First Conference Center | 27000 Evergreen Rd, Lathrup Village, MI 48076 (NE Corner of I-696 & Evergreen)
Keynote Address: “Hope Does Not Disappoint” by V. Rev. Karl J. Kiser, SJ | Provincial, USA Midwest Province
Banquet Tickets: $150 per person | 50/50 Raffle $50 per ticket—Buy 2, Get 1 FREE Need not be present to win.
Online registration is closed. Please call the front office at 248-644-4933 Ext. 0.

Weekend Retreat for Men and Women: Christian Meditation
2025-05-02 19:00 - 2025-05-04 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
The Christian Meditation Retreat offers the experience of meditation, the opportunity to better understand our growth in the Christ-life and instruction on how meditation helps us be transformed in Christ.
Talks will draw upon the Scriptures and the specific form of the mantra prayer taught by Fr. John Main, OSB, founder of the World Community of Christian Meditation, Fr. Lawrence Freeman, OSB and Fr. Anthony de Mello, SJ. The practice, rather than the teachings, will be emphasized.
Please wear loose clothing, bring a pillow if you plan to sit on the floor and a yoga mat if you plan to join one of the Christian yoga sessions. Be prepared to spend time privately—sitting or walking the grounds or praying at the Labyrinth or Stations of the Cross—and in group meditation.
Patron: Fr. Roberto de Nobili, SJ | Retreat Theme: Christian Meditation | Retreat Format: TBD | Directors: Fr. Leo Cachet, SJ, Mary Gresens and DiAnne Schultz | Note: No dinner on Friday; ends after lunch on Sunday

Mother’s Day Weekend Retreat for Women
2025-05-09 18:30 - 2025-05-11 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Mother’s Day weekend is a great time for women to get away from the stresses of daily life and make a silent retreat at Manresa. In addition to scheduled talks, you’ll have time on your own to pray, reflect, walk and just BE. All women are welcome.
Patron: Mother of the Society of Jesus Theme: Hope Springs Forth Format: Silent and Optional Sharing Director: Sr. Linda Sevcik, SM

Lectio Prayer Group
2025-05-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:00
Jan. 13 | Feb. 10 | Mar. 10 | Apr. 14 | May 12 | June 9
Engaging with the Living Word of God
How do we draw closer to God amidst the challenges of modern life?
The ancient prayer practice of lectio divina, enhanced with guidance from St. Ignatius’ teachings, can help us discover how God is speaking to us today, in our daily life. We listen deeply to God’s Word, we have the opportunity to share what God is saying to us, what we are feeling and experiencing, and we pray for the specific grace we seek.
Manresa’s Lectio Prayer Group provides a way to grow in our journey to finding God in all things. Consider joining us.
Facilitators: Paula Dow and Kay Dodson completed Manresa’s Internship in Ignatian Spirituality. They are both experienced in leading lectio divina.
*Registered participants will receive an email reminder prior to each meeting with a Zoom link to connect to the meeting.

Individually Directed Retreat—Session I
2025-05-12 17:00 - 2025-05-21 10:00 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Every summer we reserve dedicated sessions for Individually Directed Retreats (IDRs) with the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a Jesuit or trained lay person. The experience can help you slow down, become more aware of God’s love and presence in your life, and help deepen a loving relationship with God. There’s a special atmosphere in the house when people come together for a shared purpose, growing closer to the Lord and to one another in silent, prayerful communion.
“In-session” dates allow for eight-day retreats as well as retreats of shorter duration (four-day minimum within session dates/times). Arrival time begins at 5:00 PM on the opening date of the retreat session, dinner is at 6:00 PM and the retreat itself begins at 7:30 PM. The retreat ends at 10:00 AM on the closing date of the retreat session. Alternately, individuals may choose “out-of-session” dates for IDRs between September and April each year.

Weekend Retreat for Women in Recovery
2025-05-23 18:30 - 2025-05-25 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Fr. Frederick A. Harkins, SJ Theme: Recovery Format: Silence and Some Sharing Director: Mr. Terry Sullivan
For more information, contact a captain: Annette K.-586.201.1487, Janet W.-586.295.6485 or Shivaun W.-586.457.9264.

A Day to Call Your Own
2025-05-29 08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025
Thursday, Mar. 27, 2025
Wednesday, Apr. 16, 2025
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Step away from the cares of your world for a wonderful day of peace and quiet.
What could be better than a day all to yourself? A day to do something good for your soul. A day to relax, refresh and reflect in a beautiful setting. There’s no better place to spend a day like that than at Manresa. Enjoy the quiet, away from the busyness of everyday life.
We provide you with a private room and a simple lunch; you decide how you want to spend the day: reflect, pray, walk the property, read or just BE. (No director is available or required.) Mark your calendar now to take some time to be alone with God.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Weekend Retreat for Men and Women
2025-05-30 18:30 - 2025-06-01 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Patron: St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ | Format: Silent with some sharing | Directors: Team led by Fr. Robert Scullin, SJ | Note: Ends Sunday at 3:00 PM, lunch included.

Care of Earth: The Call to Love the Created | Weekend Retreat for Men and Women
2025-06-06 18:30 - 2025-06-08 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
This retreat invites participants to integrate the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola with the Catholic Church’s mission to Care for Our Common Home. Conference retreat talks will draw from Scripture, St. Ignatius, Pope Francis and more. We will focus on nurturing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ while also exploring ecological themes. This retreat is for anyone seeking to grow closer to Christ and cultivate a deeper love for God’s creation, offering a chance for personal renewal and spiritual growth.
Theme: Care of the Earth Format: Silent Director: Mr. Mark Blancke, SJ

Individually Directed Retreat—Session II
2025-06-09 17:00 - 2025-06-18 10:00 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States

Weekend Retreat for Women
2025-06-20 18:30 - 2025-06-22 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Sr. Mary Ward, IBVM | Director: Fr. Bob Ytsen, SJ
For more information, contact Toni Stanfield-231.632.9447.

Urban Parishes Weekend Retreat for Men & Women
2025-06-27 18:30 - 2025-06-29 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
This weekend retreat in the tradition of St. Ignatius welcomes men and women from parishes in the metro-Detroit area. Your time with us includes daily presentations and time on your own to pray, reflect and hear what God may be saying to you through the silence. Walk the nature trail or sit among the trees and gardens. Surrender to the solitude of your own room and enjoy delicious meals with others. Gain insight to help you grow in your relationship with God and one another. Leave refreshed and renewed in body, soul and spirit.
Patron: St. Peter Claver, SJ | Retreat Theme: Hope Does Not Disappoint | Retreat Format: Silent, with some sharing | Retreat Team: Team led by Fr. Robert Scullin, SJ Directors: Fr. Robert Scullin, SJ, who is a member of Manresa’s Ministry Team, and Allen Jones, Clarisa Piecuch, Joni Scott and Joyce Shelton

Individually Directed Retreat—Session III
2025-07-14 17:00 - 2025-07-23 10:00 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States

Weekend Retreat for Married Couples
2025-07-25 18:30 - 2025-07-27 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Living Alone and Together
Give yourself and your beloved the gift of a weekend retreat exploring your journey in marriage and deepening your relationship with God and each other. Fr. Steve Hurd, SJ will guide participants through a series of reflections that are based on The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Couples will then be invited to share their reflections with each other. In that way, each spouse will care for him/her self, and together they will help each other. Fr. Steve hopes that every couple will experience a greater unity of minds and hearts that leads to greater joy and happiness.
Patron: St. Ignatius of Loyola | Retreat Theme: Living Alone and Together | Retreat Format: Silent, with some sharing | Director: Fr. Steve Hurd, SJ

Weekend Retreat for Men in Recovery
2025-08-01 18:30 - 2025-08-03 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men in recovery in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Fr. Jack Schuett, SJ | Retreat Theme: 12-steps – Men in Recovery | Retreat Format: Silent | Director: Mr. Terry Sullivan
For more information, contact a captain: Don B.-248.613.7575, Tom D.-586.873.2712, Robert H.-248.202.3275, Bob S.-313.378.6323, Jim V.-313.205.0071, Tony M.-248.444.1874.

Individually Directed Retreat—Session IV
2025-08-06 17:00 - 2025-08-15 10:00 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States

Weekend Retreat for Men
2025-08-22 18:30 - 2025-08-24 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: St. Stephen Pongrácz, SJ | Retreat Theme: Discipleship in the Spiritual Exercises: Creative and Challenging | Retreat Format: Silent | Director: Fr. Bob Ytsen, SJ | Groups: St. Bede; Leonard Stumm; The 12 Steppers Groups: Leonard Stumm; St. Bede; The 12 Steppers
You do not have to be a member of the parish or group to attend this retreat. All men are welcome. For more information, contact a captain: Salam Rabban-248.797.4689, Daryl Rollins-248.514.6838.

Christian Yoga Retreat for Men & Women
2025-08-29 19:00 - 2025-08-31 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
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 require 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.
Patron: Fr. John LaFarge, SJ | Retreat Theme: Gift and Gratitude: Finding God in All Things | Retreat Format: Silent | Retreat Directors: Dr. Mary Gresens, DLS, and Fr. Robert Scullin, SJ | Note: No dinner on Friday; ends after lunch on Sunday

Weekend Retreat for Men
2025-09-05 18:30 - 2025-09-07 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Blessed Sebastian Kimura, SJ | Retreat Theme: God’s Autumn Blessings | Retreat Format: Silent with some sharing | Director: Sr. Linda Sevcik, SM | Groups: Shrine-Reichenbach; McDonald-McHardy; St. Mary of the Hills; Serra Club of Oakland County
You do not have to be a member of the parish or group to attend this retreat. All men are welcome. For more information, contact a captain: Bob Barrett-248.388.7073, Hugh Buchanan-248.659.8665, Jeff Kozinski-574.333.1310, Mike Nagy-248.376.9287, Joe Pavlov-810.334.0154.

Christian Yoga for body, mind & spirit
2025-09-08 19:00 - 20:00
Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29 | Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 | Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025
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.

Midweek Retreat for Men & Women
2025-09-09 18:30 - 2025-09-11 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: Blessed Francisco Gárate, SJ |Retreat Theme: To Know Christ Jesus | Retreat Format: Silent | Director: Fr. Peter Fennessy, SJ | Note: Ends after lunch on Thursday
For more information, contact Ann Marie Bedard-313.515.1305.

Weekend Healing Retreat for Men and Women
2025-09-12 18:00 - 2025-09-14 12:30 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
Silent retreat for men and women in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Patron: St. John de Brebeuf, SJ | Retreat Theme: Healing | Retreat Format: TBD | Directors: Fr. John Esper and Debbie Tourville | Note: Dinner on Friday at 6:00 PM
This event is cancelled.

Oración contemplativa / Contemplative Prayer for Spanish Speakers
2025-09-14 13:30 - 17:00 | Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, 1390 Quarton Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48304, United States
14 de septiembre | 19 de octubre | 16 de noviembre, 2025
Pase una tarde de domingo en Manresa escuchando y reflexionando sobre aspectos de la espiritualidad ignaciana mientras disfruta de la tranquilidad y la belleza de nuestras instalaciones y jardines. Las sesiones son guiada por un equipo de acompañantes espirituales con experiencia en la tradición ignaciana. Cada tarde le ayudará a profundizar su fe mediante la oración, la meditación de las Escrituras y el discernimiento, a medida que aprende a conocer, amar y servir mejor a Dios en su vida diaria.
Fee: Costo: Tu donativo es Bienvenido. Se alienta a los participantes a donar a Manresa Jesuit Retreat House en apoyo de su Misión.
Para registrarse, llame al 248.644.4933 Ext. 128 o correo electrónico ignacianosdemanresa@gmail.com.
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Spend a Sunday afternoon at Manresa listening and reflecting on aspects of Ignatian spirituality while enjoying the quiet and beauty of our facility and grounds. Sessions are guided by a team of Spanish-speaking spiritual companions with experience in the Ignatian tradition. Each afternoon will help you to deepen your faith through prayer, scripture meditation and discernment as you come to know, love and serve God better in your daily life.
Fee: Donations gratefully accepted. Participants are encouraged to donate to Manresa Jesuit Retreat House in support of its Mission.
To register, phone 248.644.4933 Ext. 128 or email ignacianosdemanresa@gmail.com.
