Mary's Way of the Cross
An Evening of Reflection for Women
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Program Cost: $50.00 (includes Dinner)
This program begins on Tuesday, but there is still space available. To register, call the office at 847-381-1261.
Summary
Join us for a prayerful and meditative evening as we keep vigil at the foot of the cross with Jesus' mother, Mary, the Mother of God, who remained compassionate and faithful to God even at the foot of the cross.
The evening includes a simple Lenten dinner, reflection and Stations of the Cross.
Description
A day or evening of reflection, grounded in the Jesuit tradition, is a shorter version of the Ignatian Weekend Retreat. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, a day or evening program is sure to give you the peace and serenity needed to be still and to rest in God's loving embrace.
Your day or evening of reflection includes thematic talks from our skilled Retreat Leaders, time for private prayer, celebration of Mass and a meal.
Bellarmine has two libraries, a resource center, two chapels, and many other common areas. Outdoor spaces include a various walking trails, various prayer gardens, a gazebo, stations of the cross, as well as a few patios and outdoor chairs and benches.
Retreat Experience Gallery
Bellarmine Main Entrance
Sacred Heart Chapel
Mary McKeon Library
St. Joseph Gazebo
Mother Teresa Garden
Eastern Africa Collection
Fireplace Lounge
Dining Room
Winter on the Grounds
Resource Center
Sacred Heart Statue at Sunset
Susie's Memorial Garden
Madonna Library
Lower Level Lounge
Retreat Leader
Paula Kowalkowski
Paula Kowalkowski has worked as a music educator on the high school and college level for over 30 years. She currently is the Music Director at St. Thomas Becket Church in Mount Prospect. Ms. Kowalkowski has a Master’s Degree in Contemporary Spirituality and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Loyola University Chicago/Institute of Pastoral Studies. Paula received a Certificate in Spiritual Direction with an emphasis on Ignatian Spirituality from the Midwest Jesuit Province. She has led retreats and speaks at parishes. A widow and mother, Paula is humbled and honored to be a part of the Bellarmine team and is looking forward to walking with you.