Day And Evening Reflection Programs
Throughout the year Bellarmine hosts spiritual programs that are open to the public. Our spirituality programs are meant for individuals who are 18 years or older. See below for a listing of programs and how to register. If you have any questions, please contact programs@jesuitretreat.org.
Anamchara: The Soul Friend
A Day of Reflection for Women
Friday, May 9, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Retreat Leader:
Rosanne Coury
True friendship is a powerful gift. We yearn for close companionship. From early childhood until our last days, we seek out people with whom we can share our lives. We depend on these deep relationships increasingly as we grow in experience, age, wisdom, and grace.
During this day of reflection, we explore the ancient tradition of the Anamchara, the Celtic “soul friend.” Together we will reflect on the purpose and meaning of the Anamchara, its ancient Celtic context, how it fits into the Christian worldview, and ways it can spiritually serve us as 21st century women.
Join us in reflecting how women can companion each other in spirituality and friendship.
Program Cost: $75.00 (includes Lunch)
Let the Earth Rejoice - Encountering Our Common Home
A Day of Reflection for Adults
Monday, July 14, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Retreat Leader:
Benjamin Rogers, SJ
Let the Earth Rejoice: A Day of Retreat Centered on Encountering Our Common Home invites participants into a contemplative space to experience the sacredness of creation and deepen their relationship with God through the natural world. Rooted in Ignatian spirituality and inspired by Laudato Si’, the day offers a rhythm of prayer, reflection, silence, and time in nature to foster spiritual attentiveness and ecological awareness. Through guided talks, silent contemplation, and Eucharistic celebration, retreatants will explore how creation reveals God and how they are called to live in right relationship with the Earth. This retreat is an opportunity to listen, be renewed, and go forth with a deepened sense of connection and commitment to care for our common home.
Program Cost: $80.00 (includes Lunch)
Anamchara: The Soul Friend
A Day of Reflection for Women
Friday, May 9, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Retreat Leader:
Rosanne Coury
True friendship is a powerful gift. We yearn for close companionship. From early childhood until our last days, we seek out people with whom we can share our lives. We depend on these deep relationships increasingly as we grow in experience, age, wisdom, and grace.
During this day of reflection, we explore the ancient tradition of the Anamchara, the Celtic “soul friend.” Together we will reflect on the purpose and meaning of the Anamchara, its ancient Celtic context, how it fits into the Christian worldview, and ways it can spiritually serve us as 21st century women.
Join us in reflecting how women can companion each other in spirituality and friendship.
Program Cost: $75.00 (includes Lunch)
Let the Earth Rejoice - Encountering Our Common Home
A Day of Reflection for Adults
Monday, July 14, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Retreat Leader:
Benjamin Rogers, SJ
Let the Earth Rejoice: A Day of Retreat Centered on Encountering Our Common Home invites participants into a contemplative space to experience the sacredness of creation and deepen their relationship with God through the natural world. Rooted in Ignatian spirituality and inspired by Laudato Si’, the day offers a rhythm of prayer, reflection, silence, and time in nature to foster spiritual attentiveness and ecological awareness. Through guided talks, silent contemplation, and Eucharistic celebration, retreatants will explore how creation reveals God and how they are called to live in right relationship with the Earth. This retreat is an opportunity to listen, be renewed, and go forth with a deepened sense of connection and commitment to care for our common home.
Program Cost: $80.00 (includes Lunch)