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Presented by Fr. Matt Roche, SJ
December 31 - January 1
Saturday 6:00pm Dinner - Sunday 11:00am
Cost: $90

New Year’s Eve is a threshold moment - an ideal time to stop and reflect and pray in gratitude for the blessings of the past year, and to look with renewed hope upon the life and possibilities of a new year. What would I like to thank God for? How can I best center my life to begin this new year? Let’s come together for meaningful reflection and uplifting conversation. The evening will begin with dinner at 6:00 pm and will conclude at 11:00 am the next morning. Includes Mass and time for reflection and discussion.

Fr. Matt Roche, SJ is a full time retreat leader and spiritual director at Jesuit Retreat House with over 33 years experience in spiritual direction.

Presented by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, SC, Jeanne Tighe and Guest Speakers
January 3 - 6
Tuesday 2:00 pm – Friday 2:00 pm
Cost: $215

Miracles do occur. Sometimes we do not recognize them. However, we are enchanted and mystified with testimonies of dramatic miracles when we learn they have occurred. This retreat begins by defining what a miracle is in the life of faith. We will then explore the reality of the miracles of Jesus as told in Scripture. We will reflect on present day miracles, those both recognized and unrecognized. Finally, we will ask what kind of miracles are needed for the development of our own spirit of belief in the dynamic work of God in our individual lives.

8-day Retreat - January 8 to 15, 2017
Cost: $525

Weekend Retreat - January 13 to 15, 2017
Cost: $275

Carve out time to reconnect with the God of love who draws near. Daily Mass and Reconciliation are available during Individually Directed Retreats (IDRs).

Contemporary men and women make silent retreats for various reasons. Some are searching for a new way of knowing God that is personal and real. Others use this time to rest in the creative heart of God –to imagine new possibilities, or to sit with gratitude for God’s magnificent work. Still others have reached a time of crossroads or hurdles and come to JRH to find new strength.

Whatever your reason for making a retreat, sacred silence is a gift to the soul. Here, you will experience silence on 57 acres of woods and meadows, complete with outdoor shrines and stations of the cross to aid reflection. The 55-bedroom house provides a home away from home with three chapels, a library, and home-cooked meals.

More than a vacation, IDRs at JRH are life changing events offering an opportunity to step out of day-to-day living and into the heart of the eternal.

Spiritual Directors 

Fr. Matt Roche, SJ is a full-time spiritual director at the Jesuit Retreat House. A native of Lancaster, Pa., he entered the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) in 1973 after graduating from Villanova and doing additional graduate work at Colgate University and Fordham University. He was ordained in 1981. After ordination he did fund-raising for Jesuit missionaries abroad and for the care of the sick and infirm elderly Jesuits at home--as well as for the education of Jesuit seminarians. He studied theology at Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge, Ma. and journalism at Syracuse University. He worked as a parish priest at St. Anthony's in Oceanside, N.Y. and at St. Francis Xavier in Manhattan. He spent 9 years at Mt. Manresa Retreat House on Staten Island. He has been doing spiritual direction for 33 years.

Sr. Peggy Duffy, OSU is a member of the Ursuline Congregation in Cleveland, Ohio, is an experienced spiritual director and retreat minister. She is a graduate of Creighton University's Christian Spirituality Program and presently does ongoing spiritual direction at the Ursuline Educational Center and directs retreats at various retreat/ renewal centers. Sister Peggy has served in both the Cleveland and Youngstown Dioceses and brings a rich background in education, theology, pastoral ministry and all facets of parish life.

IDR Cost includes room, board and director’s stipend. (Limited scholarship money is available). To discuss the possibility of making a personal retreat at JRH please contact Barbara by phone at 440-884-9300 ext 310.

Presented by Margaret Vogel & Barbara Leggott
Sunday, January 15
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost: $20

Bring your favorite coffee mug or teacup to JRH for an afternoon of prayer and sharing with other women. This mini-retreat will include scripture, reflection and laughter with women of all ages. Spend a wintry afternoon enjoying a hot cup of tea or coffee to warm your body and refresh your soul.

Barbara is the Associate Director at JRH, married and the mother of 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren.
Margaret is married and the mother of 2 young adult children. She presents locally and regionally on the topics of faith and family. Barbara is an avid coffee drinker and Margaret is a tea connoisseur, so they will share what their coffee mug and tea cup says to them.

January Pre-Cana Day for Engaged Couples

Sunday, January 29
12:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Per couple price: $85.00

The festivity and emotion of your wedding day is a wonderful time in your life that you will never forget - but maintaining a sacramental union is hard work and must be your first priority for the rest of your life. The beauty and serenity of Jesuit Retreat House is the ideal place to spend the day with soon-to-be spouse.

Topics to be covered include Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living, and the Sacrament of Marriage.

The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Liturgy and dinner. Dress is casual.

Pre-Cana days fill quickly, please register early.

Monday, January 30, 2017
9:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $8

Women from all walks of life are invited to pray together and learn more about the beauty of prayer. Led by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, S.C., this prayer group will refresh your spirit and help you find strength in regular prayer habits. Just bring your Bible and come as you are!

Price includes coffee and pastry. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins welcome.

Tuesday, January 31
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $50 (includes $10 for art supplies)
Presented by Mary Coffey

Discover a new way to encounter God and listen to your soul—through art! Explore the intersection of spirituality and creativity. No art experience necessary! Includes coffee and pastries at 8:30 and ends with Mass.

Facilitated by Bob Linton and Matt P.
Friday, February 10 - Sunday, February 12, 2017
Cost: $155

A Recovery Retreat at the Jesuit Retreat House is a time to nurture your spirituality, find serenity and experience a re-awakening through the 12 steps.

Facilitators

Bob L. has been active in the Cleveland recovery community for more than 25 years. He is a certified spiritual director through John Carroll University and a retreat leader with a special interest in spirituality and the 12 steps. Bob serves on the board of Jesuit Retreat House and on its Programs Committee.

Matt P. has been an active member of AA for 18 years, sobering up while still in high school. He has lead dozens of men through the Big Book, and has experience in the same spiritual program practiced by Bill W's spiritual director. Matt has served as a retreat speaker and facilitator and sits on the board of Recovery Resources.

Reggie L., a former Cleveland Brown, and winner of the Dino Lucarelli Lifetime Achievement award for community service, will be our keynote lead.

Retreats begin Friday at 6:00 pm and conclude Sunday by 11:00 am.

Limited scholarships are available.

February Pre-Cana Day for Engaged Couples

Sunday, February  19
12:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Per couple price: $85.00

The festivity and emotion of your wedding day is a wonderful time in your life that you will never forget - but maintaining a sacramental union is hard work and must be your first priority for the rest of your life. The beauty and serenity of Jesuit Retreat House is the ideal place to spend the day with soon-to-be spouse.

Topics to be covered include Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living, and the Sacrament of Marriage.

The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Liturgy and dinner. Dress is casual.

Pre-Cana days fill quickly, please register early.

Monday, February 27, 2017
9:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $8

Women from all walks of life are invited to pray together and learn more about the beauty of prayer. Led by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, S.C., this prayer group will refresh your spirit and help you find strength in regular prayer habits. Just bring your Bible and come as you are!

Price includes coffee and pastry. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins welcome.

March Pre-Cana Day for Engaged Couples

Sunday, March 19
12:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Per couple price: $85.00

The festivity and emotion of your wedding day is a wonderful time in your life that you will never forget - but maintaining a sacramental union is hard work and must be your first priority for the rest of your life. The beauty and serenity of Jesuit Retreat House is the ideal place to spend the day with soon-to-be spouse.

Topics to be covered include Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living, and the Sacrament of Marriage.

The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Liturgy and dinner. Dress is casual.

Pre-Cana days fill quickly, please register early.

Monday, March 27, 2017
9:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $8

Women from all walks of life are invited to pray together and learn more about the beauty of prayer. Led by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, S.C., this prayer group will refresh your spirit and help you find strength in regular prayer habits. Just bring your Bible and come as you are!

Price includes coffee and pastry. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins welcome.

April 10-14, 2017
Cost: $375, includes room and all meals.

Come for a five day silent retreat with spiritual direction, following the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Carve out time to reconnect with the God of love who draws near. Daily Mass and Reconciliation are available during Individually Directed Retreats (IDRs).

Contemporary men and women make silent retreats for various reasons. Some are searching for a new way of knowing God that is personal and real. Others use this time to rest in the creative heart of God –to imagine new possibilities, or to sit with gratitude for God’s magnificent work. Still others have reached a time of crossroads or hurdles and come to JRH to find new strength.

Whatever your reason for making a retreat, sacred silence is a gift to the soul. Here, you will experience silence on 57 acres of woods and meadows, complete with outdoor shrines and stations of the cross to aid reflection. The 55-bedroom house provides a home away from home with three chapels, a library, and home-cooked meals.

This could be just the break you need in Lent to prepare you to enter the Paschal Triduum and welcome the joy of Easter!

Spiritual Director

Fr. Matt Roche, SJ is a full-time spiritual director at the Jesuit Retreat House. A native of Lancaster, Pa., he entered the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) in 1973 after graduating from Villanova and doing additional graduate work at Colgate University and Fordham University. He was ordained in 1981. After ordination he did fund-raising for Jesuit missionaries abroad and for the care of the sick and infirm elderly Jesuits at home--as well as for the education of Jesuit seminarians. He studied theology at Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge, Ma. and journalism at Syracuse University. He worked as a parish priest at St. Anthony's in Oceanside, N.Y. and at St. Francis Xavier in Manhattan. He spent 9 years at Mt. Manresa Retreat House on Staten Island. He has been doing spiritual direction for 33 years.

April Pre-Cana Day for Engaged Couples

Sunday, April  23
12:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Per couple price: $85.00

The festivity and emotion of your wedding day is a wonderful time in your life that you will never forget - but maintaining a sacramental union is hard work and must be your first priority for the rest of your life. The beauty and serenity of Jesuit Retreat House is the ideal place to spend the day with soon-to-be spouse.

Topics to be covered include Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living, and the Sacrament of Marriage.

The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Liturgy and dinner. Dress is casual.

Pre-Cana days fill quickly, please register early.

Monday, April 24, 2017
9:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $8

Women from all walks of life are invited to pray together and learn more about the beauty of prayer. Led by Sr. Mary Ann Flannery, S.C., this prayer group will refresh your spirit and help you find strength in regular prayer habits. Just bring your Bible and come as you are!

Price includes coffee and pastry. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins welcome.