Programs, Retreats, Seminars & Workshops

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A special evening of entertainment and music--a benefit concert for the Casa music and liturgical ministries. Featured on this COOL night is none other than our very own CASA MUSICIANS! Added to that we have 2 familiar talented people joining us: LEW BAKEY and RENEE MORGAN BROOKS!! More details to follow soon. Come and CHILL OUT with us at the Casa.

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4 Performances--2007: November 30th and December 1st. 2008: January 4th & 5th.
Through story and song, Buon Natale Greccio tells the story of St. Francis of Assisi and his portrayal of the humility, poverty and simplicity of Jesus' birth. It tells of how it touched the lives of the villagers of Greccio, Italy, and established a worldwide tradition of displaying nativity scenes at Christmastime.
"Buon Natale Greccio" is the second show in a series created by Norbert Zwickl, Director of Music and Liturgy at the Casa.
Weather permitting, this performance will occur indoors and will involve some walking outdoors to the desert area which will be lighted with approximately 30,000 little lights. Please dress warmly and in layers and wear comfortable foot wear.

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Discover what we can learn from the first Franciscan women!
St. Clare’s medieval world has striking similarities to our own, and her life with her sisters in Assisi can give us wonderful clues that reaffirm the spiritual dimension of our own contemporary lives. St. Clare experienced God’s good blessing in her own life, in her sisters, and in all of Assisi. We too, can know such joyfulness and grace.
We will explore what it means to belong, to heal, and to contemplate, so as to become lovers of no less than a soul-filled world, and one another. Inspired by the example of St. Clare, it will be an opportunity to look with fresh eyes at how God is still with us, and present in all the day-to-day events of our lives.

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Author and actor Jay Hornbacher created this original one-person drama. The story is about his sense of God's constant presence in his life, but not an unwavering sense. The notion of faith as something that comes and goes, often without apparent rhyme or reason, is inherent in worshiping a God who is both immanent and transcendent. This is a God who seems as close as his own skin one moment and as far away as the farthest reaches of the cosmos the next. You will recognize stories from scripture, poetry of great writers and character sketches that will make you laugh and cry. Fee per person includes dinner and show: $30.

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"How Healthy, Virtuous Marriages Create the Context for Raising Health, Virtuous Children"
John’s topics will be: The family as a rule-bound social system The stages of a healthy marriage The secret of all successful marriages Removing the main blocks to effective, respectful arguing General boundaries—allowing children to be children The insights of Maria Montessori Major studies which show the dire effect of corporal punishment The “soul” or true self Alternative styles of discipline Childlike qualities as essential to maturity Experimental exercise: Reconnecting with your childlike qualities Skill building Exercise on boundary creation Developing emotional intelligence Mirroring validating skills Conflict resolution skills Exercise using six different parenting skills Closure Envisioning your part in creating a loving family life

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This presentation will touch upon the history of the American family. Using the work of the brilliant historian, Stephanie Koonz, John will explore the myth of the traditional American family. He will show how families have always adapted to the economic circumstances in which they had to survive.
Since the end of World War II, several human rights movements have paved the way for “deep democracy.” Deep democracy is more directly participatory and demands absolute equality and freedom for all human beings. This new environment creates a context where old-fashioned “virtue” is the condition of success.
John will describe a new understanding of a fully-functioning marriage and outline the following day’s workshop, which will focus on raising morally virtuous children for the future.

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John is an internationally known voice for peace and Christian nonviolence. A priest, pastor, and peacemaker, he served as director of the “Fellowship of Reconciliation”, the largest interfaith peace organization in the United States.
After September 11, 2001, he was a Red Cross coordinator of chaplains at the Family Assistance Center in New York and counseled thousands of victim's relatives and rescue workers. A Pax Christi USA Ambassador of Peace, he currently works with Pax Christi New Mexico on their campaign to disarm Los Alamos. He also writes a weekly column for the National Catholic Reporter.

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The 12 Steps are our blueprint of recovery. During this weekend retreat, we will prayerfully review them, exploring their meaning in our lives and sharing with one another our insights into their practice. There will be presentations, group sharing, quiet time and an AA/Alanon meeting Saturday evening. The beautiful Casa grounds will enhance the experience of our recovery together.

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This series of presentations will provide participants with an overview of the history and geography of the ancient Near East as important background that enhances the reading of the Bible. While surveys of the histories and geographies of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamis and Syria will be offered as they bear on the Bible, the focus will be aimed at those histories and geographies of ancient Canaan-Israel from the Bronze Age down to the Roman period.

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This 3rd annual experience is primed to become the best event ever! Located on the beautiful 25 acre campus of the Franciscan Renewal Center nestled between Mummy and Camelback Mountains, this camp will once again be focused on Christ and will give each Triathlete the opportunity to workout and meet other Triathletes from around the world!
This year's camp will be all inclusive for every type of endurance athlete who wants to get away to train the body as well as the soul. Camp participants will stay on-site at the beautiful, scenic grounds of this Phoenix spiritual landmark.
All rooms, meals, clinics, workouts and meetings will begin or take place on campus and are included in your price.
Top professional Triathletes:
Chris Lieto, the top ranked US Ironman Triathlete in the world
Jamie Whitmore, Xterra World Champion who is having a great 2007 season winning everything in sight.
Steve Born from Hammer Nutrition

Also scheduled to participate are Pastors, Coaches and Trainers from around the globe!
For more information go to www.ICTriNet.com.
Please email contactictn@ictrinet.com to be added to our camp mailing list. You'll receive all the latest information on this event.

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Are you looking to improve your health, yet you continue to get stuck in the same old patterns of destruction? Are you ready to crack the code once and for all and be free to be the best you can be?

If so, please attend Bronwyn Marmo's "life changing" event. After hearing Bronwyn's story about going from obesity to balanced health, you will never look at dieting and exercise the same way. She has lost 50 pounds along her journey and she will share with you her most powerful 4-step process to help inspire and motivate you to attain your goals. For the past 5 years, Bronwyn has been empowering audiences with her message of balanced health. She is the founder of Blessed Beyond Belief, Inc., an organization dedicated to empowering those who are searching to make peace with their food, body image, and self-esteem. Bronwyn is also a personal coach specializing in weight loss and balanced health and the author of "The Food Is A Lie: The Truth Is Within.”

Fee Per Person: $20.

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This 4th Sunday of Advent is being celebrated with one Mass only at 10:30am outdoors in Palm Court.

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This class is full. We appreciate your interest and hope you'll browse the website for another class of interest to you. Each participant will experience step-by-step instructions to start and complete an icon. All materials will be provided.

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(12/11/2008 - 12/14/2008)

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This is a retreat experience designed for people with too much to do and too little time to do it! You can choose to come for Spiritual Direction, Reconciliation and Community prayer. If you feel too rushed and pressured to attend all three, choose the one that fits your schedule. The spiritual direction sessions are just 30 minutes. You will meet with an experienced director and together begin the journey to discover God's loving presence in your life. Our hope is that you sign up for a Spiritual Direction session on each of the four days, however, that is up to you. If you have never seen a spiritual director before, this will be a good time to get started.
Appointments: call 480-948-7460 x160, e-mail franciscanway@thecasa.org or in person at the Franciscan Renewal Center reception desk.
The times and dates for Reconciliation and Community Prayer will be announced at a later date. You can check our website, www.thecasa.org or call the above phone number for more information.

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(11/10/2008 - 11/13/2008)

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Jesus asked his disciples: "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" And then, pointedly, to the disciples: "But who do you say that I am?" (Matthew 16:13,15). During this retreat we will study and learn from our own different ideas, the images used in the Bible and the teachings of the Church over the centuries in response to Jesus' questions. We will use Sacred Scripture, so please bring your Bibles! And we will have time for discussion, community prayer and private prayer.

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This program has been CANCELLED as of March 2, 2007. As we celebrate the joy of Easter we are reminded of Christ's words - "Father forgive them..." How do we begin the journey of forgiveness? How do we forgive? With scripture, sacraments, journaling and story we will explore our own journey with ourselves and in our relationships toward forgiveness. This workshop is for those knowing or contemplating the need to move from pain through forgiveness to joy. The journey of forgiveness brings healing to our body, mind and soul over flowing into our relationships.

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Studies show that a person's chances for success with weight-loss improve significantly in a support group setting. Not only do they lose more pounds than those who are trying to go it alone, but they are much more likely to keep the weight off. Bronwyn does not endorse any particular nutrition plan. She does endorse the idea that weight loss is a physical and emotional adventure and more importantly a spiritual one. So, whether you are trying to lose those last five pounds, or shed more weight than you ever thought you'd be carrying, allow the fellowship of the group to offer you support, compassion and understanding.

Fee per person: $120 includes workbook authored by Bronwyn Marmo; $15 for additional materials paid directly to instructor.

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Are you ready to take the next step with your journaling? Spend the morning learning how to take that next step. Here is your chance to discover a hidden treasure and enrich your life through journaling.

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(11/1/2008 - 11/1/2008)

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Preparing for Christmas, Advent Reconciliation Service is being held in the Church of Our Lady of the Angels at the Franciscan Renewal Center.

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Refresh your whole being through this class of Aqua Yoga with Susan Wrubel. Water (aqua) yoga achieves a sense of balance and unity of mind, body and spirituality through stretching, relaxing, breathing and meditating. There are 2 program dates to choose from starting in July.

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Refresh your whole being through this class of Aqua Yoga with Susan Wrubel. Water (aqua) yoga achieves a sense of balance and unity of mind, body and spirituality through stretching, relaxing, breathing and meditating. There are 2 program dates to choose from starting in July.

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St. Bonaventure referred to God as "Beauty Itself." In this weekend of exploration, we will discover, through images used by Francis and Clare of Assisi and Fr. Hutmacher's own music, why Bonaventure or anyone could write such a description of God. Discover the artist within yourself by contemplating Beauty. You will not want to miss an opportunity to share in this combination of music, learning and prayer.

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Casa Community Barbeque Come and hear all about the "Called to Love" program that has been designed for adults who are looking for a spiritual home. Our special guest is Carrie Kemp, author of "Catholics Can Come Home Again." Learn how this woman and her team, over the past 15 years, have built a ministry to welcome home alienated, confused and inactive Catholics at St. Mary's Bacilica in Minneapolis. Carrie will talk about what separates people from the church and what encourages them to risk taking steps to return. She will talk about her experience of inviting people to come to a spiritual home where they have been missed. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, so bring your ideas, your questions and, of course, your appetites. For those of you who cannot be there on Saturday night or if you want to come again and bring a friend on Sunday September 16, please join us: 9:00-10:30am Coffee and donuts 12:30-2:00pm Light lunch

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If you want to hear about the "Catholics Can Come Home" program that has been designed for adults who are looking for a spiritual home please join us Sunday September 16. Carrie Kemp, author of "Catholics Can Come Home Again" will talk about what separates people from the church and what encourages them to risk taking steps to return. She will talk about her experience of inviting people to come to a spiritual home where they have been missed. There will be plenty of time for qustions and answers. There will be two sessions: 9:00-10:30am - coffee and donuts or 12:30-2:00pm - light lunch

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Are you new to the area or new to "the Casa?" Would you like to learn more about the Casa - who we are and what we do? "Casa 101" is for anyone who would like to know more about the Franciscan Renewal Center and the Conventual Church of Our Lady of the Angels. You will learn something of our 55-year history, with short presentations from our various department directors, and a guided tour of the entire campus. If you are new to the area, a visitor, or just curious, you are invited to join us for this unique presentation. You can attend the 7:30am mass and stay for the 9am session, or attend the session first and still make it in time to attend the 11am mass. All are welcome in this place?

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On this day, we will recall the faithfulness of St. Joseph as we show our appreciation to the hundreds of volunteers who make a difference at the Casa! Please be our guest as a way for us to show our appreciation for all your volunteer efforts here at the Casa. 4:30pm - Gathering/hors d'oeuvres & refreshments 5:30pm - Dinner in courtyard around a St. Joseph's Table 7:00pm - Mass in the Church

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We are inviting people to join us for this seven-week program.
The focus is to reflect on their relationship with God and the church. These sessions are not intended to pull people back into the church, rather to invite them to consider that possibility.
We begin with the assumption that God meets us wherever we are on our faith journeys. This informal weekly gathering is for those who can identify with any or all of the following:
• Drifted away from the church • Hold some hurt or anger about the Church • Find the Catholic religion is no longer relevant Or some matter.
We invite you to come. Our weekly topics are:
• Week One: “What’s Wrong With the Church?”
• Week Two: “Images of God and Trinity”
• Week Three: “Revelation, Faith, Scripture”
• Week Four: “Jesus”
• Week Five: “Church”
• Week Six: “Ethics, Morality, Conscience, Catholic Values”
• Week Seven: “ Sacraments/Service”

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Bless yourself with this time to reflect on the gift of grandchildren, a gift that lets you go around the circle of your soul once again. Grow in the virtue of 'grandmotherliness' as you consider your call to be mentor, living ancestor, family historian, nurturer, spiritual guide, wizard, buddy, teacher and even student. Explore the challenges and rewards of the seasons of parenthood. Give yourself the gift of spiritual growth in a circle of women, a chance to find new meaning in the transitions of life, and to discover your closeness to the Source of life. Please bring a notebook.

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Fr. Fitz will share some of his techniques for writing a best-selling prayer book. He will also have two of his Irish Short Stories to present by means of a talking book. Following each of these stories everyone will be invited into one of Fr. Fitz' famous discussions. For a finale he has a handout on the DaVinci Code with a few comments. You won't want to miss this evening of food and fun.

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In the classic Christian tradition, the heart is not the seat of one's personal emotional life, but an organ of spiritual perception. When awakened, it allows us to stay aligned with our true self, or in other words, God's presence and action in our lives expressing itself as our deepest inner authenticity. This silent retreat will combine teaching and meditation. We will explore Centering Prayer's unique capacity to awaken and deepen attention of the heart.

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This course will look at the historical development of the New Testament beginning with the writings of St. Paul, the Gospels, and the Book of Revelation. Focus will be given to the major themes and developments of the New Testament.
Recomended reading: Reading the New Testament by Pheme Perkins.

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(12/13/2008 - 12/13/2008)

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Our images of Jesus stand at the heart of our experience and belief as Christian people. Contemporary scholarship in biblical studies, the historical and social sciences and archaeological research provide a wealth of insight into the story of Jesus and the origins of Christianity. These studies give us a clearer picture of who Jesus was and who his disciples and the early Christians understood him to be. These studies are also changing and providing us with clearer images of Jesus with regard to his person and his redeeming work. These changing images of Jesus can serve to strengthen and deepen our faith in God, our appreciation for Jesus and our personal response to grace.

This class will begin with a discussion of the foundations of religious faith including our understanding of God, the meanings of revelation and faith and their relationship to belief, doctrine, scripture and tradition. We will consider how the results of contemporary studies affect our understanding of the humanity and divinity of Jesus and his saving work. The class will engage participants in dialogue and small group discussion on the implications of these renewed understandings in their own personal lives of faith.

Fee per person: $80.

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December 23 - 4th Sunday of Advent--ONE Mass only at 10:30am. Christmas Eve Masses: Monday, Dec. 24: 3:30pm outdoors in Palm Court; 5:30pm outdoors in Palm Court; 9pm and 11pm in the Church. Christmas Day Masses: Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9am and 11am only in the Church.

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Understanding The Medicare Home Health Benefit & How It Can Benefit YOU!

Information will be provided regarding the home health care services you may be entitled to receive under MEDICARE at no out-of-pocket cost, if you are eligible. Learn how you can receive help for a loved one who is suffering from memory loss and the associated anxiety, confusion, and agitation that often accompanies this condition. The goal of TLC Home Health is to have trained RN's and therapists provide professional services in the home. No fee.

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Module IV

Participants will learn common and safe techniques of Complementary Alternative Methods of Healing present in the Mystery of Pastoral Ministry. This module will also provide students with increasingly popular energy medicine techniques.

CEU's offered for participants who are members of The National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB-Category B) and American Holistic Nurses' Association (AHNA)

Fee per person includes meals, lodging, materials: $325. single; $245. double.
Commuter includes meals/material:$175.

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Module III

Participants will focus on integrating the experience of Complementary Alternative Methods of Healing in the Mystery of Pastoral Ministry. Module III explores some commonly practiced and highly beneficial CAM modalities from a pastoral care perspective. This module presents these modalities from a Christian theological perspective, making them readily accessible to our cultural setting.

CEU's offered for participants who are members of The National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB-Category B) and American Holistic Nurses' Association (AHNA)

Fee per person includes meals, lodging, materials: $325. single; $245. double.
Commuter includes meals/material:$175.

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This is a mini-workshop for participants who have established a practice of contemplative prayer. Using the works of Fr. Thomas Keating and other Christian contemplatives as guidelines, the facilitators and participants will deepen their prayer practice through dialogue and sharing their personal experience. The day will also include: Readings from Scripture and other spiritual sources Three 30-minute sits One Walking Meditation

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This day will focus on the most common emotional and spiritual issues that pastoral ministers and health care professionals are likely to encounter as they journey with clients, patients, directees and friends. Specific topics will include the need for a sense of belonging, healing emotional deprivation, anger and the process of forgiveness, unresolved grief for the loss of a loved one, healing prenatal and prenatal hurts, and hearing the voice of God in everyday life. Each presentation will conclude with simple healing processes that participants can experience for themselves and then take home and use with their families and in their ministries.

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(11/7/2008 - 11/7/2008)

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What was life like for Jews and Christians living in the Holy Land under Roman rule? Beginning 50 years ago, archaeologist and biblical scholars were, for the first time, able to offer the world profoundly new answers to these questions with the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. The 900 or so scroll fragments which were found in caves located in the Judean desert just south of the city of Jericho, have revolutionized our understanding of ancient Judaism and early Christianity. The Dead Sea Scrolls have also provided stunning new insights into the 2000-year-old manuscript transmission and formation of the Bible.

Fee per person includes lunch and materials: $65.

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February 26, Sunday, 4pm Mass will be celebrated, dedicating the Church, Our Lady of the Angels. All are invited to attend. Reception to follow.

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Join us for an evening of:
FUN
Music
BBQ dinner
Silent auction
Time for friends and family gathering

Tickets are available at the Casa's front desk. M-Sunday, 8am-8pm.
After the Sunday Masses out in the hospitality area.
The net proceeds of the event will provide new, added public restrooms.
Doors open at 6pm.
Dinner begins at 6:30pm.
Come on down and join us for this great, fun, enjoyable evening! We look forward to seeing you.

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Personality is "who I think I am." It is a self-concept that builds in childhood and, once formed, is so much "who we are" that we do not recognize it as a highly sophisticated construct built from imagination, imitation, and a need to be appreciated. Our identifications protect us from feelings of anxiety, discomfort, and uncertainty about facing the unknown, yet limit our freedom to experience and act from a truer, inner self. The objectives of this course are to clarify and deepen our understanding that personality is a structure which is formed and held in place by habits of attention to develop and strengthen one's awareness and experience of her/his inner observer. The format is highly interactive and includes exercises, practices, and dialogue on the habits of attention, idealization, identification, secondary gain, stress and security points that reinforce the structure of type.

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This retreat will draw upon our Franciscan understanding of salvation, the Incarnation, and how the human person is God’s delight. The sessions will cover: Divine delight and salvation history Why God became human The human person in the Franciscan tradition The way forward: implications for our own time around peacemaking and the Earth Charter. Mary Beth is an excellent, entertaining and world recognized teacher from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Her love of the Franciscan way shines forth in all her presentations.

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Change your perspective! Divorce and separation stir up deep feelings: anger, abandonment, hurt, fear, and low self esteem. On this retreat you will have the opportunity to turn the relationship experiences of the past into life lessons that promote insight and growth. Join these two professionals who have worked together for better than 15 years with divorced and separated men and women who want to do it differently next time. This remarkable retreat will give you a "new look" at relationships and how you can maintain a healthy self-image during times of divorce and separation.

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The hurts of life can diminish our sense of belonging and cause stress, depression, meaninglessness and physical illness. Forgiveness brings healing, but how can we forgive others and stand up for ourselves at the same time? Such healthy forgiveness helps us recover our sense of belonging to ourselves, others, God and the universe. During this retreat, the Linns will lead participants in the simple ways of forgiveness and healing that they have found most universally effective during their years of ministry in over fifty countries. Their presentations and healing processes will integrate spirituality with psychology, medicine and science, and are intended to foster social and political healing as well as personal growth. Participants can take these ways of healing home to share with family and friends.

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(11/7/2008 - 11/9/2008)

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The Easter Sunday Masses will be held outside in Palm Court at 7am, 9am and 11am. There are no evening Masses.

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The Great Easter Vigil will take place outside in Palm Court starting at 8pm.

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Students report that these easy-to-learn flowing movements help with balance, breathing, flexibility, and overall health and inner peace.

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Forget the plane reservations, gas shortages or leaving the country!!! Bring a friend and come to the beautiful Franciscan Renewal Center in the heart of Paradise Valley, AZ for a perfect "get-away." You will enjoy five days of rest, renewal and learning. We offer two classes over the 5 days with time for healthy, gentle exercise, social time and good food. The first offering is “The Book of Ecclesiastes” that will take you back over the centuries with philosophers, theologians and other lovers of the Bible who have invoked the Book of Ecclesiastes as a classic western text on exploring the meaning of life. Yet, two thousand years of interpreting the book has left the modern reader with a variety of approaches as to the message of Ecclesiastes. Participants in this series of presentations will be introduced to the major interpretations of the book as a means of enhancing their own reading and understanding of Ecclesiastes and, hopefully, the meaning of life! Your instructor is Brian Schmidt, Ph.D from the University of Michigan. The second offering is "The Magic of the Native American Flute" with John and Sherry Vames. The sound of the Native American flute has the power to soothe and heal and is a wonderful means of relaxation. Also known as the love flute, it was used in courting rituals in ancient tribes. It is player friendly and prior music experience is not necessary. This workshop will give you the knowledge necessary to play and create your own music. Each person will receive a hand carved Native American Flute, flute bag and study material.

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Forget the hassle of airports, gas expenses or hotel reservations. Bring a friend and visit the Franciscan Renewal Center for five days of rest, renewal and learning. What a combination: 2 classes over the 5 days with extra time for healthy, gentle exercise, social time and good food. The first offering is Native American and Franciscan Spirituality with one of the best-known Franciscan friars in the St. Barbara Province, Fr. Eddie Fronske, OFM. Fr. Eddie is a missionary friar with over 20 years work experience with the White River Apache Tribe. He will reflect on the tribes' spirituality and its connection to Franciscan spirituality. Additionally you will learn more about St. Francis and god's love of all creation. The second offering is The Teachings of Job. Brian Schmidt, PhD is your teacher. When calamity strikes or when faced with the origins of evil, people often consult the biblical story of Job with this excellent teacher from Michigan State University. Enjoy and partake in an exploratory study of this enigmatic text, as it addresses the human dilemma of living in a world of good and evil.

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Forget the hassle of airports, gas expenses or hotel reservations. Bring a friend and visit the Franciscan Renewal Center for five days of rest, renewal and learning. What a combination: 2 classes over the 5 days with extra time for healthy, gentle exercise, social time and good food. The first offering is Native American and Franciscan Spirituality with one of the best-known Franciscan friars in the St. Barbara Province, Fr. Eddie Fronske, OFM. Fr. Eddie is a missionary friar with over 20 years work experience with the White River Apache Tribe. He will reflect on the tribes' spirituality and its connection to Franciscan spirituality. Additionally you will learn more about St. Francis and god's love of all creation. The second offering is The Teachings of Job. Brian Schmidt, PhD is your teacher. When calamity strikes or when faced with the origins of evil, people often consult the biblical story of Job with this excellent teacher from Michigan State University. Enjoy and partake in an exploratory study of this enigmatic text, as it addresses the human dilemma of living in a world of good and evil.

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The 2008 National Elections have given us a new President and Congress. As we shift from the hard-fought campaign to our new national agenda, how do our Gospel values inform our policy priorities? As Catholics we view all social policies through the lens of whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person. Through hands-on interactive sessions learn how we can focus that lens on major issues in our world and make a difference in terms of Health Care, Immigration and Global Climate Change. End the day with an evening prayer experience, including song, dance and storytelling, of what it means to be the Body of Christ in the world.

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Evening program with Sisters in Christ 6-8:30pm includes dinner. We believe Jesus came to change the world. We also believe that we have been given the directive to continue the work he began, to care for the widow, the orphan and the stranger and bring about a world of peace. In this chaotic and pressure-filled world, when 24 hours aren't enough in a day, how can we respond? Maybe you'll find an answer or two in the stories, song and dance in this performance.

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(11/15/2008 - 11/15/2008)

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Elijah and Elisha, prophets, two famous men of God, are portrayed in the Old Testament tradition as performing wondrous and awesome deeds.
The lives and accomplishments of this pair of wonderworkers have offered a means for a better understanding of other ancient stories about prophets, heroes, and spiritual leaders in Jewish and Christian traditions.
Come and learn about these 2 interesting men of God.

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Who sent the first Valentine? What does love mean? Are there different kinds of love? Does Jesus “command” us to love? Our beloved friar will share with us his stories of how to love ourselves as God loves us—of how to bloom and grow into the elegant color, texture, form and fragrance God created. Join us for Mass at 6:00 pm and presentation at 7:00 pm in the Main Chapel. No fee or registration. Freewill offering appreciated.

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The defense mechanism is an unconscious habit of mind that serves to protect our view of ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Defense mechanisms serve to hold projections, the misreading of reality that is rooted in type, in place. An awareness and loosening of these defensive barriers leads to greater spiritual, psychological, and emotional freedom. The objectives of this course are to deepen our understanding of each type’s defenses, lessen the need for the defense mechanisms, and open the door to greater spiritual freedom.
Format is highly interactive and includes exercises, practices, and dialogue that awaken the intuitive knowing of the Inner Observer and qualities of Presence. Topics include the passion, virtue, defense mechanism, projection, and avoidance of each of the Enneagram types.

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Personality is “who I think I am.”
It is a self-concept that builds in childhood and, once formed, is so much “who we are” that we do not recognize it as a highly sophisticated construct built from imagination, imitation, and a need to be appreciated. Our identifications protect us from feelings of anxiety, discomfort, and uncertainty about facing the unknown, yet limit our freedom to experience and act from a truer, inner self.
The objectives of this course are to clarify and deepen our understanding that personality is a structure which is formed and held in place by habits of attention and to develop and strengthen one’s awareness and experience of their inner observer.
The format is highly interactive and includes exercises, practices, and dialogue on the habits of attention, idealization, identification, secondary gain, stress and security points that reinforce the structure of type.

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he year 2005 marked the convergence of the death of John Paul II and the 50th anniversary of the death of Teihard de Chardin. Both John Paul and Tiehard proclaimed a "Mass of the Universe"-thus the Mass of the "Cosmic Christ." As we probe Mars and seek for life in outer space, as well as try to nourish our inner space, the "Cosmic Christ" gives us a new and vibrant image for our interplanatery consciousness and our spiritual quest in 2006 and the coming years.

Fee per person: $25, includes dinner and program
Fee per person: $10, program only. Registrations required.

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Join us in exploring and deepening our understanding of each of the Enneagram Types. We will explore each type as a tool for self-discovery and self-healing by observing exemplars for each type and working with dyads and audience participation. Utilizing the spiritual practices of mediation and self-observation, we can more objectively view the personality structure that has served us so well and, conversely, has become our greatest obstacle. This class is designed especially for those who have begun their study by taking the Introduction to the Enneagram but we welcome advanced students as well or anyone who would like to deepen their awareness of the types.

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A night at the round table with Fr. Larry is a priceless experience. He will conduct a lively discussion about current events in the church and the key people who influence decisions about faith and religion.

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(10/11/2008 - 10/11/2008)

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Movie of the Month and Discussion. Hosted by the Social Action Ministry (SAM). Each month we select a film that will entertain and inform you and your friends on a timely topic. Please come and join us for the showing and refreshment.

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We will explore the world of dreams from the perspective of Jungian analytical psychology. There is no prior knowledge of this approach needed. We will discuss how dreams compensate for daily life and bring awareness to the opposites, the shadows and the darker aspects of life. Making sense of dreams is a lifelong journey so please come with your comments and questions as we examine the darker side of life through dreams.

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The sound of the Native American flute has the power to soothe and heal. Also known as the "love flute" it was used in courting rituals in ancient tribes. It is very player friendly. Prior music experience not necessary. The workshop will give you the knowledge necessary to play and create music of your own. This is a wonderful means of relaxation.

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(10/18/2008 - 10/18/2008)

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Do you like to cook? Like to eat tasty foods? Like foods with interesting histories? Or do you collect excellent recipes? The Bible overflows with references to foods and their place in daily life. In this "Foods Of the Bible" program, you will experience: An hour of information on the uses of food found in the Bible (culinary, medicinal & spiritual significance of these foods), an instructional and entertaining peek into the food preparation that will be your evening meal and dining with a group of people with like interests in the Bible, food preparation and gastronomical delights. EXTRA BONUS: You can take home a recipe using the foods of the Bible.

Fee per person includes meal and program: $40. Registration necessary.

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Welcome to the World of Ancient Recipes Do you like to cook? Like to eat tasty foods? Like foods with interesting histories? Or do you collect excellent recipes? This program will give you an insight into the backgrounds of some interesting foods and facts. Join Brother Joe and the Velottis as they tell you about the Italian foods that St. Francis might have eaten and how they relate to the Foods of the Bible. The food that is prepared will be your evening meal.

Fee per person includes meal and program: $40. Registration necessary.

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Sts. Francis and Clare of Assisi along with others in the Franciscan movement help us to see how our ancient contemplative tradition wants to bring new flowering in today's deserts. Gathering for this weekend we will attend to "The Sentinel," "The Prophet," and "The Word of Life." Each of these symbols awaken in us a new realization. The Sentinel invites us to wait and watch. The Prophet asks us to wonder and witness from the fruitful desert of our daily lives. The Word of Life, which is planted within, seeks full expression in the midst of our ordinary lives. Together, with simple practices of meditation and conversation, we will open these themes in practical ways so we may experience the light of our own practices. Our heart's longings converge in a bright, hopeful light of a new awakening for today's world and Church.

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Are you ready to change your pace? Do you need to get out of the race? Join us for a few days in exploring a rhythm of prayer and contemplation which you can bring back home. During these days together we will live and explore the prayer of solitude in community, that is fraternity, which can bring peace to your active, busy life. We will listen to the words of guidance which St. Francis wrote down simply and succinctly, as a way for the early brothers to seek God in solitude. Today that writing is known as his Document on Solitude. We will see the places where Francis went for quiet, be present to God as he was, and come away renewed and reoriented. Come join Fr. Andre’ and Sr. Kathleen for this lifechanging experience.

Fee per person includes lodging, meals and materials: $350 single; $300 double.
Commuter includes meals and materials: $250.Check-in: Monday, 5pm, dinner 6pm;
Retreat concludes with lunch on Friday.

Required Text: The Passion of Christ.

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So many of us today live unconscious, fragmentary lives driven by fear, guilt, anger, anxiety and tension. “Whenever we really pause for a moment and look, we see that we are faced with the mystery and miracle of ourselves here and now as living, breathing beings.” Dennis’ work with the breath is to help us explore and awaken who and what we really are in our essence, in our true self. He had written two books, The Tao of Natural Breathing and Free Your Breath, Free Your Life as well as a three-part CD audio program, “Natural Breathing.”

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Everyone is Welcome! Please join us on the second Sunday of every month, January through May, 12:30-2:30pm. We have solid teaching about the history and tradition of the Franciscans, enjoy prayer together and share good food. Brother Joe Schwab, OFM is our instructor when he is available. There is no registration, no fees, and regular attendance is not required. If you are interested be there on January 14, Sunday, 12:30pm. For further information call Pat Julian, 480-948-7460 or e-mail franciscanway@thecasa.org.

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This is the fourth year for our great retreat! It is for gays and lesbians who have claimed Christianity as their religion of choice. We invite you to participate along with other members of the faith community or if you are looking for a faith community—come and join us. This is an opportunity to take time for yourself and God. Along with our gifted retreat leaders everyone who comes can share faith experiences, examine his/her spiritual and creative gifts and even discover gifts they hadn’t recognized before this weekend. Our retreat leaders will be an inspiration for this experience. Please come and bring a friend!

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"As Francis responded to the needs of his time and to the call to rebuild the church, so too are we called upon to respond to the needs of our time and help rebuild a broken world." -Mary Beth Ingham, csj, Scotus for Dunces, pg. 148.
"God's Extravagant Love" retreat calls us into full participation in the Franciscan Way of living. This retreat is designed to do the following:
Consider the basic attitudes of the Franciscan worldview in a simple, creative, challenging manner.
Enable us to experience the truth of this alternative theological tradition and recognize it deep within our own spirit.
Help identify the implications of the Franciscan theological tradition for our times, "bringing the tradition into dialogue with today's questions."
Provide resources for ongoing education, and fuller participation in the reclaiming of this tradition. The retreat was created in 2003 by the OFM Commission on The Franciscan Intellectual Tradition (CFIT). It was written by 21 Franciscan sisters, and each retreat is presented by a group of three of the sisters.

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(10/3/2008 - 10/5/2008)

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Good Friday, Celebration of the Lord's Passion begins at 7pm. Outside in Palm Court.

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A live, dramatic enactment of the Stations of the Cross will be taking place starting at 12 Noon, outside in Palm Court.
Please dress appropriately if hot and sunny and remember your sunscreen.

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These first Sundays of the month will help you experience the connection between prayer and social action. Learn about local, national and global issues such as poverty, peace and environmental challenges. Find your own way to put the gospel into action in our hurting world.

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(9/7/2008 - 9/7/2008)
(10/5/2008 - 10/5/2008)
(11/2/2008 - 11/2/2008)

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This retreat is designed for anyone experiencing grief over the death of a loved one. The retreat team provides a supportive setting, shares information about the grief process and suggests ways to heal during the intense and painful period following a loved one's death. Due to the nature of this retreat, we recommend overnight lodging.

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(12/5/2008 - 12/7/2008)

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What do the writings of Francis and Clare of Assisi have to say to us today? What do they say about God, Creation and the human person? Can these writings enlighten our way with new hope and joy? In his lively and engaging manner, Jean Francois will delve into the writings of Francis and Clare to enrich our understanding of their importance to contemporary Franciscan experience. Come and see how our Franciscan journey is both happy and blessed.

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Internationally renowned composer-singer of world music and sacred sounds, David Hykes brings us a special weekend of events exploring the global sacred music called Harmonic Chant, based on the natural harmonic overtones present in all our voices and throughout the universe.
In addition to Saturday's concert, David will give a Harmonic Presence seminar, helping us deepen our connection to universal sacred sounds, healing harmonization, and contemplative listening.

Using his talent and passion for sacred singing, since 1975 David has been internationally successful at combining Eastern and Western sacred traditions, including developing interfaith projects with the Dalai Lama, the Gyuto Monks, Tibetan Nuns, and Tuvan throat –singers, in addition to his early ties to the Taos Pueblo. His Harmonic Chant and healing sounds practices bring to life a universal music of healing harmonization and deep peace.

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Jesus said, “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Mt. 18:20 Everyone is invited to come to our monthly Healing Mass here in Our Lady of the Angels Church. We all have the need for healing somewhere in our lives. St. Francis lived his life repairing, reconciling, and forgiving himself and those whom he met along the way. Come and experience the power of prayer in God’s presence through Eucharist, prayer, music and preaching.

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(12/17/2008 - 12/17/2008)
(11/19/2008 - 11/19/2008)
(9/17/2008 - 9/17/2008)
(10/15/2008 - 10/15/2008)

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Jesus said, "For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them" Mt. 18:20 Everyone is invited to come to our monthly Healing Mass here at the Franciscan Renewal Center. Jesus givs us many examples in Scripture of the power of prayer. Christians and people of all faiths are invited to come and pray together for God's healing, forgiveness and reconciliation. The Franciscan challenge to all those who love the Universal Saint is to heal, mend and reconcile anything in their lives that separates them from the goodness and love of God our Creator. We all have a need for healing somewhere in our lives. Come and join the Healing Mass team and Franciscan community for an evening of prayer, music,and Eucharist.

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• Healing Mass - "Remembering Our Blessings" -
• Healing Mass - ''A Time for New Beginnings'' - Fr. Gino Piccoli, OFM is the presider.
• Healing Mass - ''Embracing Our Addictions -
• Healing Mass - ''Healing: Resting In The Mercy of Jesus'' -
• Healing Mass - Healing and Serenity -

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This evening promises listening pleasure with three fine musicians from Mount Shasta, Oregon and Tucson, Arizona. Michael’s amazing guitar accompanied by Anton on the tabla and harmonica along with Anton’s original music, Tracy’s uplifting original songs and chants will bring you two hours of joy. There will be music from around the world as well as easy sounds to comfort your soul.
Michael Mandrell is known for his unforgettably beautiful guitar sound. He has been featured on Public Radio International’s "Echoes" with host John Diliberto. Anton plays keyboards and harmonica. His music has been featured on the nationally syndicated radio show “Echoes” and on Dish Network’s and Direct TV’s music programming. His latest CD, “When Angels Dream” has been a top seller. Tracy Rae is a spiritual singer/songwriter whose musical outreach is targeted towards teenagers and young adults.
Don’t miss this opening event for the Franciscan Renewal Center’s Season For Nonviolence.

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Oprah Winfrey recently said that the single greatest need she observes in virtually everyone she interviews is the "need to be heard." We want to be seen and to be understood and often our language stimulates disconnection and pain for ourselves, our families, our friends and our workmates. In this workshop, you will learn how to direct your attention to identify the feelings and needs that motivate us to speak and to listen. You will practice speaking clearly from your heart and