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+ SEASONS +______NEWS RELEASE Feb 12, 2024


Upcoming events at the First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, 11

Springfield Ave in Cranford, NJ. 908/276-8440

Thursday, April 25, 7:00pm: Shani Davis from AAA will lead the

discussion on Car Talk: Buy or Lease, Insurance, Warranties, EVs.


SEASONS welcomes anyone who has lost a significant other to participate

in our activities and to meet people who are in a similar situation.

SEASONS is a non-denominational support group for individuals who have

experienced the loss of a partner, including divorced, separated,

or widowed individuals, and for those never married. It is designed to

provide assistance in the process of navigating from being a couple to

life as a single person. We do this through group discussions, guest

speakers, and social activities. Our meetings take place monthly on the 2 nd

and 4 th Thursdays at the First Presbyterian Church, 11 Springfield Ave. in

Cranford. Please enter through the middle door on Springfield Ave., or call

908/418-8602.


For information, contact Bob Laudati 908-322-7762 rdlaudati@aol.com

Upcoming programs offered by Mount St. Mary House of Prayer in Watchung

 

Information and Registration for all Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer offerings can be found

on our website:  www.msmhope.org. Call us at 908-753-2091 or email us

at msmhope@msmhope.org.

 

Registration for all offerings is required 10 days in advance to avoid the program being

cancelled.  You can register and pay for any program at www.msmhope.org.


You are cordially invited to a Spirituali-Tea Party set among the beauty of the Flowers in our Blessed

Mother's Garden.  With open hearts we’ll discover, sample and savor the “Teas" that reflect your Spiritual

Personality and delight in the flowers Mary inspires us to plant or arrange in bouquets to reflect her

virtues in our lives.  The table is set, treats a-plenty, and the Spirit of Divine Light and Love fill the House

of Prayer!   Please feel free to bring a meaningful tea cup or tea mug!   We look forward to welcoming

you!   Lunch is included.

Presenter: Donna McCabe

Donna is an experienced spiritual director, mother, grandmother, and the chairperson of our Program

Committee.

Saturday, Apr. 27, 10am-2pm at the House of Prayer

$50-$60 as you are able


MAY 2024


Join us on Zoom for an hour of lectio divina, prayer, conversation and small group sharing.

First and Third Thursdays of each month from 3-4pm on Zoom

Freewill offering

May 2, 16, June 6, 20

Friday, May 3-5 WEEKEND SILENT DIRECTED RETREAT

An experience of personal prayer based on scripture. Daily spiritual direction. Atmosphere of prayerful

quiet.

Begins at 7 pm and ends by 1pm on Sunday.

$200/weekend; non-refundable deposit $100

Weeklong: June 21-28, August 2-9 –Friday through Friday $700/week; non-refundable deposit $100

Proof of COVID vaccination is required at time of registration.


An experience of personal prayer based on scripture. Daily spiritual direction. Atmosphere of prayerful

quiet.

Begins at 7 pm and ends by 1pm on Sunday.

$200/weekend; non-refundable deposit $100

Weeklong: June 21-28, August 2-9 –Friday through Friday $700/week; non-refundable deposit $100

Proof of COVID vaccination is required at time of registration.


Peacemaker, author, and Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Father John Dear, will be with us to talk about and

sign copies of his new book, his life's work: The Gospel of Peace: A Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and

Luke from the Perspective of Nonviolence. It is the first ever commentary on the Synoptic Gospels from

the perspective of active nonviolence in the tradition of Gandhi and Dr. King. In this original work, Fr.

John walks us through every line of the three synoptic Gospels pointing out Jesus' practice and teachings

on nonviolence, peace, and universal love and invites us to follow him. Limited in person availability.

Presenter: Fr. John Dear

Tuesday, May 7 from 7-9 pm at the House of Prayer and on Zoom

$20-$30 as you are able


There are many great spiritual masters of our time. Richard Rohr, OFM and others have works that have

touched millions of God-seekers. Join this monthly video club and share your insights and prayerful

responses to the works of Fr. Rohr and others.

2 nd Friday of the month (1 st Fri. in March)

Mar. 1, Apr. 12, May 10, June 14

10-11:30 am at the House of Prayer and Zoom

$20-$30 as you are able


12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

Cost: $50 for the series

Must Register by May 6

Details…

Nonviolence is a way of life, a set of principles, a collection of practices for navigating conflict, and a

toolbox for making change. This 6-week online course is a basic introduction to principled and strategic

nonviolence using Pace e Bene's Engaging Nonviolence Study Guide. Together, participants will discover

the many dimensions of active nonviolence from inner practices to tools for interpersonal conflicts to

actions for social change. Using discussions, small group conversations, and participatory exercises,

facilitators Rivera Sun and Nina Koevoets will guide the group through explorations of how nonviolence

relates to our lives, spirits, and communities. This course is designed to be accessible, fun, friendly, and

fearless.

Weekly Themes: Understanding Nonviolence, Exploring Nonviolence, Principles of Nonviolence,

Nonviolence, Emotions, and Inner Awareness, Conflict & Community, Building a Culture of Nonviolence

Facilitators

Rivera Sun is a nonviolence trainer with Pace e Bene. She is the Program Coordinator for Campaign

Nonviolence and the Nonviolent Cities Project. She is the editor of Nonviolence News and has also

written many books, novels, and articles that are published in journals nationwide.

Nina Koevoets has a bachelor's in psychology and two master's degrees in conflict resolution,

governance, and global studies. She did several internships and training in Israel-Palestine, India, The

Netherlands, and the USA. In 2015, she started her training course “Towards a Nonviolent World.”

Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer will order the Engaging Nonviolence Study Guide for all participants.

The Zoom link will be sent directly from Pace e Bene.

Question? Contact us. (908) 753-2091 www.msmhope.org


INTEGRATION SESSION

Led by the staff of Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer, this session will provide opportunities to bring

together the learnings of this year of Nonviolent Spirituality and Living programs and to seek next steps

for the participants on how they can share Mercy with others.

Wednesday, May 15 from 7-9 pm at the House of Prayer and on Zoom

$20-$30 as you are able


Join us on Zoom for an hour of lectio divina, prayer, conversation and small group sharing.

First and Third Thursdays of each month from 3-4pm on Zoom

Freewill offering

May 16, June 6, 20


A personal, quiet day to enjoy God’s presence. Day begins with communal prayer. Bring a bag lunch.

Tuesday, 9:30am-3pm at the House of Prayer

$20-$30 as you are able


Men have unique roles in life…husbands, fathers, grandfathers, the single life and religious life…We’re

pushed and pulled in a thousand directions by responsibilities, stress, loss and by joys. Where can we

find time to reflect on the loss and gain of our lives? For all men—young, old and in between. Join our

group over coffee or tea for life affirming discussions and prayer to find God in our lives and to make a

difference in our own worlds.

4 th Tuesday of the Month

June 18, July 23, Aug. 27 from 7-8:30 both at the House of Prayer and on Zoom

Freewill offering


JUNE


Learning a process to deal with grief. 

Gentle 4-step experiential process for resolving grief caused by loss. 

Sunday, June 2, 1-5:30 pm at the House of Prayer

$50-$60 as you are able 

Presenter:  Mary Jo Kearns, RSM

Mother Seton Regional High School

 

Please join us at our Spring Open House at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, for an evening of conversation and tours.

 

Meet students and teachers to learn what a Catholic school education for girls can do for your daughter: academic excellence, personal growth, confidence and service to others. Sixth, seventh and eighth grade girls are welcome! Register online at www.motherseton.org.

 

Seventh and eighth grade girls are invited to spend a day with us as a Student for a Day. Register online at www.motherseton.org.

 

At Mother Seton, the future is hers.

 1 Valley Road, Clark, NJ 077066


St. Joseph By The Sea

400 Route 35 North

South Mantoloking, NJ 08738

 

CURRENT BROCHURE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE – www.sjbsea.org


April 26-28, 2024 - SPENDING TIME WITH MARY - We all have busy lives.  Come and set aside the distractions and spend

the weekend with Mary, our Mother. She will guide us to renew and transform our faith life to trust, as she trusts, to serve, as

she serves.  Mary is our greatest example to learn how to respond to God's call with love, gratitude, and faith. Eucharistic

Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday. Arrival: 6:00-6:30 p.m./Departure: 11:00 a.m. (Presenter: Ellen Murphy, CSD, AS &

Kathy Rivera, RN) Cost: $400


May 3-5, 2024 - THE SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLES OF THE TWELVE STEPS - Women working a Twelve-Step recovery program

are invited to seek the spiritual freedom needed to go about making decisions in our daily lives. This weekend will include

spiritual practices and prayer exercises to aid in making life’s choices with clarity and confidence. St. Ignatian of Loyola’s

approach to decision making and discernment will be interwoven with the spiritual principles of the Twelve Steps. Eucharistic

Liturgy included. No Supper on Friday. Arrival: 5:00-6:00 p.m./ Departure: 1:00 p.m. (Presenter: Maryallyn Black, MPH, M.Ed.)

Cost: $400


Please call St. Joseph by the Sea at 732-892-8494 to register or for additional information.

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