Spirituality Resources
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Spiritual direction, sometimes referred to as spiritual guidance or spiritual accompaniment, is a relational process where a qualified guide helps another person grow in their relationship with God, facilitating a deeper awareness of God's presence and guidance in their life.
Some people meet with a spiritual director on a regular basis to become more attuned to God's presence and to respond more fully to that presence in their life. Others may reach out on a short-term basis for guidance or support at particular or critical moments of their life
Sisters trained in spiritual direction are listed below. Click on a sister's name for additional information. Suggested offering is $50/session.
Sister Rose Ann Kolbas
Sister Rose Ann Kolbas received her training and certification in spiritual direction from Shalem Institute in Washington, DC.
Sister Rosanne Loneck
Sister Rosanne Loneck has served as a Spiritual Director since completing her training at the Shalem Institute in 1989.
Sister Colleen Leathley
Sister Colleen Leathley earned a Certificate in Spiritual Guidance from Shalem Institute in Washington DC in 2024.
Sister Marian Wehler (availability pending)
Sister Marian Wehler completed the Spiritual Guidance Program offered by Shalem Institute in 2011.
RETREAT LEADERS
Do you need a retreat or workshop leader? Email [email protected] for options, or to put in touch with one of the following sisters:
Sister Anne McCarthy
Monasteries of the Heart and Benetvision director, Sister Anne McCarthy holds a MA in Theology from St. John’s University, Collegeville in monastic studies and completed Shalem Institute’s program, “Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups and Retreats.” She has provided retreats on a range of topics, including Benedictine/monastic spirituality, non-violence and Benedictine ecospirituality.
Sister Mary Ellen Plumb
Sister Mary Ellen works in hospice care and is a member of the Monasteries of the Heart. With a background in Campus Ministry and formation, she is available to provide retreats on Humility (Rule of Benedict) and spiritual development.
Sister Colleen Leathley
Sister Colleen, a spiritual director and trained psychologist, is available to accompany guests during private and/or guided retreats. She is also available to facilitate group retreats n Benedictine spirituality and psychospirituality.
Sister Ann Muczynski
Sister Ann is a licensed social worker and available to facilitate group retreats in Benedictine spirituality and spiritual development.
MONASTIC EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Explore your life questions by living with our monastic community for 6-12 months. In the Benedicta Riepp Monastic Experience Program you will immerse yourself in a daily rhythm of • prayer • work • outreach to the marginalized • communal life • hospitality • peace and nonviolence. Contact Sister Ann Muczynski
BECOME A BENEDICTINE
The face of permanent members of monastic communities has changed over the centuries. In our time many people seeking permanent membership are professional women who long for a life that follows the Gospel of Jesus. They come from varied backgrounds and share the common desire to seek God and change the world. Contact Vocations Team (Sisters Elizabeth Oettel and Mary Ellen Plumb)
MONASTERIES OF THE HEART
Monasteries of the Heart is a new form of Benedictine life for our time. It is a monastic movement for lay people designed to respond to the great hunger and thirst for spirituality that exists in today’s world. Visit Monasteries of the Heart
OBLATE WAY OF LIFE
If you desire to
— deepen your relationship with God, with others and with yourself
— ground your spirituality in values based on simplicity, respect, hospitality, and reverence for all life
— enter into a distinct relationship with others and want to be sustained by others on a similar spiritual path
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