Advent Retreat – Mary in the Wisdom of the Saints
The Virgin Mary in the Wisdom of the Saints
Dr. Anthony Lilles
This day of recollection will consider this spiritual maternity of Mary as a special grace that prepares us for Jesus’ coming anew into our lives. We will consider together how Mary magnifies Jesus for those who want to find Him and she helps us to rejoice in Him. In particular, looking to the wisdom of the saints and mystics, we will consider the gift of prayer that Mary helps us receive. These reflections are especially offered for those looking to deepen their prayer life before Christmas.
The day will begin with mass celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe, the miraculous image of the Virgin Mary which became a sign of conversion for the world. The day will also include three presentations:
1. Mary of Nazareth’s pilgrimage of faith according to John Paul II,
2. The Virgin’s Contemplation of Christ according to St. John of the Cross, and
3. The Mother of God in our Life of Prayer according to St. Bernard
Schedule:
9:30am Mass in the Stone Chapel
10:30am First Conference
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Second Conference
2:00pm Break
3:00pm Third Conference and Rosary
4:00pm Departure
To register (before December 7), contact:
Catholic Biblical and Catechetical School
1300 South Steele Street
Denver, Co 80210
303 715-3195 Phone
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