Anamchara: The Soul Friend
A Day of Reflection for Women
Friday, May 9, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Program Cost: $75.00 (includes Lunch)
Summary
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.
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
