Fall 2015, Volume 17, No. 2
Published biannually
The Shalom Spirit
A Newsletter from Shalom Spirituality Center
INSIDE
From the Director
12th Annual Shalom Shenanigans
Dinner, Auction & Raffle
2014 Caring Contributors
2015 Fall Programs/Retreat Days
Advent Eve for Women ­— Dinner & Program
Beatitudes & Leadership
Book Discussions
Breakfasts — Fall & Winter
Celebrating the Holidays in a New Way Grief Support Dinner & Program
Centering Prayer & Taize Prayer
Compassionate Acceptance
Contemplative Practices
Days of Quiet & Prayer
Embracing Life After the Death of a Spouse
or Significant Other
Evening of Advent & Christmas Music &
Readings – Dinner & Program
Faith Sharing (Thomas Merton book)
12th Annual
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One
Images of God
Italian Feast
Knots on a Counting Rope
Legacy of the Heart
Friday, October 23
5:30-9:00 pm
The Real Christmas
The Sacredness of Christmas
Shalom on the Road
T’ai Chi Chih Classes
Event Tickets: $50 per person
Seating is limited, so be
sure to register early.
Register/prepay by Oct. 16.
Veterans Retreat
Yoga Classes / Yoga Lunch & Learn
Yoga Retreat
(See back flap for raffle tickets.)
2016 Retreat Directors
Joe Chinnici OFM
Paula D’Arcy
Don Goergen OP
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Carolyn Osiek RSCJ
Diarmuid O’Murchu MSC
Nancy Sylvester IHM
Photo by Sister Phyllis Manternach, OSF
FROM THE DIRECTOR
“To pay attention, this is our endless and proper
work.”
—Mary Oliver
Dear friends and benefactors of Shalom,
If you are like me, I can walk through a day performing routine tasks and not be aware of what I’m
doing. An example is when I brush my teeth in the
early morning while thinking of my plans for the day.
It is an ongoing task for me to be present to what I’m
doing.
Being mindful of the present and attending to our
present experience is a gift and a work of art. But
it can be learned and practiced. Mindfulness is a
current meditative practice, but one that was also
practiced eons ago. We can use mindfulness in a
prayerful way.
What does this have to do with Shalom Spirituality
Center? Our mission statement reads:
Founded in the Franciscan Tradition,
Shalom Spirituality Center is a sacred place
in a peaceful environment calling people to God
and fullness of life.
We welcome all wherever you are on your spiritual
journey. Welcome to our space where you can deepen
relationships with God and one another. To do this,
we provide spiritual programs and retreats to meet
your needs. (Perhaps becoming more mindful.)
Some of our unique offerings this fall are: Veteran’s
Retreat Weekend; Leadership Retreat focusing on the
Beatitudes; Legacy of the Heart Retreat Weekend focusing on ways to pass on our values, life lessons
and wishes for the next generation in our families;
Mindful ways to Heal Life’s Wounds; Reflections on
a Franciscan Pilgrimage at the Italian dinner; Images
of God, and a Grandparents Evening. In addition, we
offer many other events that we hope will be of interest to you.
Jan Novotka, a well-known composer and musician,
will lead us in a Friday evening concert and will conduct a retreat weekend. We hope you will attend this
very fine musical event.
Shalom and all good,
Sr. Marci Blum,
Director and the Staff of
TAIZE PRAYER in the Shalom Chapel
1ST THURSDAY EACH MONTH • 7:00–8:00pm
Monthly Musicians: Jim Brimeyer, Carol Hemesath
OSF & Marie Therese Kalb OSF. Guest musicians TBA.
Thursday, Sept. 3 “As Darkness Falls”
Thursday, Oct. 1 “Come & Rest a While”
Thursday, Nov. 5 “We Pray for Those
Gone Before”
Thursday, Dec. 3 "My Soul in Stillness"
Rhonda Miska (Photo by Wendy L. Wareham Photography)
Rhonda Miska will be joining our Shalom staff beginning August 10!
Rhonda will be assuming a new position entitled Coordinator of
Programming and Development. Rhonda Miska is originally from
Middleton, WI. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University
of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, a Master’s degree from the Boston College
School of Theology and Ministry, and was trained in spiritual direction
through the Open Door in Charlottesville, Virginia. She served as a
Jesuit Volunteer in rural Nicaragua; in parish ministry in the Diocese of
Richmond, Virginia; and as coordinator of Innisfree Village (a community
with adults with intellectual disabilities) and as a retreat leader for returned
missioners with Franciscan Mission Service. She is also a freelance
writer and contributor to the book Catholic Women Speak: Bringing
Our Gifts to the Table which will be published this fall by Paulist Press.
Rhonda is delighted to be joining the staff at Shalom Spirituality Center,
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and is excited to be back in her native Midwest after many years away.
Includes sung repetition of short refrains
centered around a monthly theme, a Scripture
reading, intercessions and shared silence around
the cross. People of all faith traditions are invited.
Registration not required. Free will offering.
CENTERING PRAYER
Mondays, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16
7:00–8:00pm
Facilitator: Marilyn Dansart
Join others in quiet, meditative prayer, discussion
and support.
Registration not required. Free will offering.
Fall 2014 Programs & Retreats
FALL
2015 PROGRAMS & RETREATS
EMBRACING LIFE
After the Death of a Spouse
or Significant Other
Saturday, Sept. 12
8:30am–3:30pm
Team: Jon Brachman, Barbara Meloy Callahan, Diane Fasselius, Gary
Schulte, Pat Pierce, & Marci Blum OSF
Gather with others who have lost a spouse or significant
other and share experiences of loss, grief and healing.
Topics include: coping with loss, making adjustments,
dealing with fears, surviving and thriving.
Offering: $40, includes snacks and lunch.
Register/prepay by Tuesday, Sept. 8 .
RETREAT WEEKEND
VETERANS WEEKEND RETREAT
Friday, Sept. 18, 4:00 pm to
Sunday, Sept. 20, 12:30 pm
Presenters: Fr. Conrad Targonski OFM and
Gregory Masiello
Retreat weekend is designed to offer
healing insights from St. Francis of
Assisi who was a prisoner of war
facing hardships and challenges
before undergoing a profound
religious experience. Participants will
examine, from various perspectives,
the challenges confronting veterans
in light of St. Francis. We will look
Fr. Conrad
at servant-leadership and what this
Targonski
entails in a veteran’s life.
OFM
Offering: Overnight $130.
Commuters: includes 2 dinners &
2 lunches. $110.
$10 early bird discount if registered
by Aug. 18.
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable.
Register/prepay by Monday,
Sept. 14.
Gregory
Masiello
DAYS OF QUIET & PRAYER
(four monthly sessions)
BOOK: Sacred Fire by Ronald Rolheiser
Wednesdays, Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16
9:30am–2:30pm (9:15am – continental breakfast)
Facilitator: Eileen Miller OSF
Come for a relaxing, reflective day away
each month. We open each session with
a short prayer, spend much of the day in
reading and reflection, have lunch, and
close with a group discussion of the reading
followed by prayer.
In Sacred Fire: A Vision for a Deeper Human and
Christian Maturity, Fr. Ron Rolheiser, with his
trademark acuity, wit, and thoughtfulness, shows how
identifying and embracing discipleship will lead to
new heights of spiritual awareness and maturity. He
writes, “The intent of this book is to try to address…
(the) questions: How can we live less self-centered,
more mature lives? What constitutes deep maturity and
how do we reach that place? And, not unimportantly,
what constitutes a more adult, Christian discipleship
and a truly mature following of Jesus?”
Offering: $85/4–session monthly series. Includes
book, program, materials, lunch and private room.
Register/prepay by Wednesday, Sept. 9 (so books can
be ordered).
SHALOM FALL BREAKFAST
Autumn: A Season of Beauty &
Reflection
Thursday, September 24, 7:00–8:00am
Mass at 8:15am
Presenter: Carol Hoverman, OSF,
Retired Editor of The Witness
Celebrate the season with a great breakfast and some
spiritual nourishment as well. Autumn is filled with
crisp air, color and beauty, nostalgia and anticipation.
Join Carol as she muses on this season of reflective
beauty.
Offering: $9.
Register/prepay by Monday, Sept. 21.
12th Annual
Friday, Oct. 23, 5:30–9:00pm
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Social • Fine Dining • Silent Auction
Entertainment • Raffle
For details, see back cover.
(NOTE: See inside back flap for raffle tickets.)
Shalom Spirituality Center • 563/582-3592 • www.shalomretreats.org
RETREAT DAY
WISDOM OF THE BEATITUDES AND
LEADERSHIP
Saturday, Sept. 26, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Facilitator: Dan Ebener
This retreat will allow for personal reflection and
small group interaction, as well as presentation and
large group interaction. We will begin with prayer
and reflection centered around the parable of the
Sower and the Seed. This parable will be the focus
of personal reflection on preparing our own personal
soil to hear the word of God and to act upon it (Mt:
13:23). The retreat will continue with reflections on
the eight Beatitudes (Matt 5: 1-10), applying these bits
of wisdom from Jesus to the practice of leadership in
the church and society.
Offering: $40 that includes lunch, snacks and
Ebener’s book, Blessings For Leaders.
Register/prepay by noon, Sept. 23.
BRIDGES TO CONTEMPLATIVE LIVING
Mondays, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9,
16, 7:00–8:30pm
Facilitators: Marci Blum OSF
Using the booklet, "Bridges to Contemplative Living
with Thomas Merton," we will focus on the theme,
“Traveling Your Road to Joy.” Through reflection on
our ordinary experiences with the writings of Thomas
Merton, we will dialogue with others in the group on
living contemplatively in the midst of our busy and
active lives.
Offering: $40 includes booklet, beverage, and
snacks.
Register/prepay by Tuesday, Sept. 22.
ITALIAN FEAST FOR BODY & SPIRIT
The Joy of Pilgrimage
Tuesday, September 29, 6:00–8:00pm
Presenters: Renae Hohensee OSF & Marion
Huettner
A year ago, as part of our 25th Anniversary, Shalom
issued an invitation for a pilgrimage to Italy, with
a special emphasis on Assisi, the hometown of Sts.
Francis and Clare. This evening’s speakers were
among the approximately 20 people who accepted the
invitation to pilgrimage. After we have enjoyed a feast
of Italian-style food and drink, Marion and Renae will
share how the journey affected their spiritual lives
and what unraveled in them during the trip and after,
as well as some of the laughter that is inevitable in
joyous adventures.
Offering: $24.
Register & prepay by Friday, September 25.
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SPECIAL YOGA EVENTS
LUNCH & LEARN: Chair Yoga — Better Breathing
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 12:00–1:00pm
Join Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor, for a Chair
Yoga practice, with focus on releasing tension from
your body to open your lungs for more complete
breathing. We’ll also explore using breath as a
mindfulness tool.
Register & prepay by noon Monday, September 28
SUPPER & STRETCH: Walking Yoga
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 5:30–7:00pm
We will walk through a few Yoga poses to center
and stretch, then a short walk during which we
will apply yoga techniques to help us become more
aware, more grateful and stronger. After the walk,
a nutritious supper will be waiting for us in the
Shalom dining room.
Register & prepay by Friday, October 2
LUNCH & LEARN: Chair Yoga — Balance
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 12:00–1:00pm
Balance is an essential element for good health.
Learn some gentle, effective Chair Yoga stretches
to ease tension, build strength, increase focus and
improve balance in body, mind and spirit.
Offering for each program: $13, includes meal
Register & prepay by noon Monday, November 2
YOGA FOR HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor, over 15 years experience
NEW students – First class is FREE
YOGA – MIXED LEVEL Beginners welcome!
WEDNESDAYS, 9:30 – 10:30am
Sept. 9 – 30, 4 classes, $32
Nov. 4 – 18, 3 classes, $24
Oct. 7 – 28, 4 classes, $32
Dec. 2 – 16, 3 classes, $24
WEDNESDAYS, 4:30 – 5:40pm or 6:00 – 7:10pm
Sept. 9 – 30, 4 classes, $36
Nov. 4 – 18, 3 classes, $27
Oct. 7 – 28, 4 classes, $36 Dec. 4 – 16, 3 classes, $27
FRIDAYS, 9:30 – 10:30am
Sept. 11 – 25, 3 classes, $24
Oct. 2 – 30, 5 classes, $40
Nov. 6 – 20, 3 classes, $24
Dec. 2 – 11, 2 classes, $16
YOGA FLOW – Basic yoga experience required.
MONDAYS, 9:30 – 11:00am
Sept. 14 – 28, 3 classes, $30
Nov. 2 – 30, 5 classes, $40 Oct. 5 – 26, 4 classes, $40
Dec. 7 – 14, 2 classes, $20
TO REGISTER
email: yogacaredbq@gmail.com
or call Deb at 563/556-7141
www.yogacare.net
CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES
Saturday, Oct. 10, 9:00–3:00pm
Facilitators: Sr. Carol Hemesath OSF, Sr. Mary
Hauber OSF & Sr. Marci Blum OSF
We hear the word spirituality used often, notably,
our name Shalom Spirituality Center. A spiritual
life is natural to each of us. Everyone has a spiritual
life expressed in different ways. A spiritual life is
a life lived in love—in God’s love extended to all. It
is how we interact in loving relationships with God,
others and creation. Contemplative spiritual living
is a loving presence, reflecting on and connecting
experience to God’s presence within us. We will
experience ways or practices of contemplation in
singing, praying with Scripture, walking meditation,
art and silence. Our day will include several films
for inner reflection. We quiet our mind, open our
heart, release stresses, enhance creativity and center
ourselves.
Offering: $40 includes lunch, snacks, handouts and
space for quiet time.
Register/prepay by noon, Oct. 7.
KNOTS ON A COUNTING ROPE
An Evening for Grandparents &
Grandchildren
Tuesday, October 13, 6:30–7:30pm
Facilitators: Deacon Steve & Kathy MacDonald
Retired Teachers and Active Grandparents
Throughout the centuries a
sacred relationship has always
existed between grandparent and
grandchild. However, in today’s
fast paced world it may be difficult
for them to connect as often as they would like.
This evening will celebrate the special bond between
children and their grandparents. There will be stories
and a choice of age appropriate activities in which
both generations can share. Suggested age: children 3
to 12 and their grandparents or other senior relative
or friend; however, all ages are welcome.
Offering: $6/person or $5/person for three or more.
Register & prepay by Monday, October 12.
WISH LIST
LEGACY OF THE HEART RETREAT
Friday, October 16, 7:00pm to Sunday,
October 18, 1:00pm
Facilitators: Joanne Station
What we have is little compared to
who we are. The greatest gift we
can leave behind is the essence of
our self in this lifetime. More than
anything material, it is our values,
insights, life lessons and wishes
for those we love that become the
legacy that lives on in the hearts
and minds of generations to come.
Joanne
Through exploration of what holds
Station
true meaning to us, this retreat helps
bring clarity and expression to that which is held in
the core of our being. It culminates in a legacy letter
for sharing the wealth of our lifetime experiences.
Offering: Overnights for 2 nights and 5 meals:
$186.50. Commuters for 3 meals: $172.50.
$10 early bird discount if registered by Sept. 16
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable
Register/prepay by Monday, Oct. 12.
Please note: this event is limited to 12 participants!
Shalom's Annual Evening for Those
GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7:00–8:30pm
Presenter/Facilitator: Mary Potter
Kenyon
After a warm reception last year,
Mary has graciously agreed to come
again this year to present/facilitate
this program. She intimately knows
what it is to face grief. In the space
of three years she lost a mother, a
Mary Potter husband and a grandson. Mary will
speak of finding hope and healing
Kenyon
in the midst of the darkness of loss,
and share excerpts from her book, Refined by Fire: A
Journey of Grief and Grace. After the presentation,
those present will be invited to share, in small groups,
as much as they wish of their own stories. The evening
will close with a short memorial prayer service.
Free will offering.
Register by Monday, Nov. 2.
• New or gently used digital display alarm clocks
LUNCH AND LEARN: Yoga — Balance
• Volunteers to assist with yard work
• 18–20 cubic ft. energy efficient refrigerator
• Two laser printers for Shalom office staff use —
one with color printing capability, one black ink only
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 12:00–1:00pm
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See details on page 4.
Shalom Spirituality Center • 563/582-3592 • www.shalomretreats.org
READING THAT MATTERS
Book Discussions – a continuing series
Facilitator: Eileen Miller OSF
We continue discussions of books that can
impact how we look at our world and the
people in it. All are welcome to join us in discussing the
books we have read.
Offering: $6/session.
Register by the Monday before each discussion.
Books for the fall and the discussion dates are:
BOOK: An Invisible Thread: The True Story
of an 11-Year-Old Panhandler, a Busy Sales
Executive, and an Unlikely Meeting with Destiny
by Laura Schroff & Alex Tresniowski
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 7:00–8:30pm
It could have ended with a passing glance. He could
have been just another panhandler, and she could
have been one of many New Yorkers who simply
walks on by. Instead, Laura Schroff stopped and
bought lunch for eleven-year-old Maurice. From
that day, their unique bond evolved into a profound
friendship that changed the course of their lives in
ways neither could have imagined.
BOOK: Wild by Cheryl Strayed
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7:00–8:30pm
Cheryl Strayed writes of the redemptive nature
of travel. For three months she hiked 1,100 miles
alone along the Pacific Crest Trail, a continuous
wilderness undulating from Mexico to Canada over
nine mountain ranges. She did it, she says, "in order
to save myself.” After the long and difficult trek,
she came out on the other side stronger in every
way and is better able to cope with her divorce, her
past drug abuse and her mother's death.
FORMING FAITH
DISCOVERING IMAGES OF GOD
Thursday, November 12, 7:00–9:00pm
Presenters: Emily Kahm, Adult Faith Formation
Director, St. Joseph the Worker Parish
How do you imagine God? While all images of God
are incomplete, we are affected by the images that
are most prominent in our tradition, like "Father"
and "Lord." This program delves into our scriptural
tradition to unearth imagery of God that can speak
to us in unexpected ways, like God as nature, light,
animals, maternity, and so on. We will explore which
images push our imagination and help us encounter
God with renewed energy. Emily Kahm is a young,
enthusiastic and very knowledgeable presenter.
Offering: $10.
Register & prepay by Tuesday, November 10.
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YOGA RETREAT
THE GIFT OF GRATITUDE YOGA
RETREAT
Friday, November 13, 7:00pm to Sunday,
November 15, 1:00pm
Presenter: Michelle Watters,
Certified Yoga Instructor
Give yourself the gift of a yoga retreat weekend. The
weekend will include asana (physical poses) practice,
breath work and spiritual practices. This experience
will create opportunities for the participant to move
from “doing” yoga to “being” yoga. Spiritual topics
include gratitude, meditation, setting intentions,
attuning to the spirit within and breath awareness.
There will also be time for personal reflection and selfcare. Participants are encouraged to bring a journal.
Offering: Overnights for 2 nights and 5 meals: $170.
Commuters, including 3 meals: $150.
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable.
$10 early bird discount if registered by October 13.
Register/prepay by noon, Monday, November 9.
COMPASSIONATE ACCEPTANCE:
A mindful path to healing life’s
wounds
Friday, Nov. 20, 5:30pm to Saturday,
Nov.21, 4:00pm
Facilitator: Tom Roberts, LCSW
We all carry with us a store of life’s
hurts, betrayals, and traumas. Much
of the impact of these experiences
resides deeply in our nerves and cells
of our bodies, to be relived repeatedly
throughout our lives. Too often, we
develop a type of aversion to these
hurts; a kind of wishing they would
go away. Deep healing occurs only
Tom
when
we soften our self aversion and
Roberts,
begin
to accept and relate wisely with
LCSW
deep compassion to those parts of
ourselves that need healing. This retreat will provide
a spacious and safe place to work on bringing mindful
and compassionate acceptance to these difficulties.
Through the exploration of contemplative and
meditation teachings and healing practices, you will
be able to reach a kind of healing based on acceptance
and compassion that is often overlooked. This depth
of healing is integral to deepening the spiritual path..
Offering: Overnight: $140. Commuter $120
includes Friday dinner & Saturday lunch.
$10 early bird discount if registered by Oct. 20.
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable.
Additional overnight with breakfast $42.
Register/prepay by Monday, Nov. 16.
CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAYS IN A NEW WAY:
Dinner, Sharing and Prayer for those who have
Lost a Spouse or Significant Other
Thursday, Dec. 3, 5:00–7:00pm
Facilitator: Barbara Meloy Callahan & Marci
Blum OSF
Holidays can be a difficult time for those who have
lost a spouse or significant other. In a supportive
group, life is shared and made anew. Join friends or
find new friends while enjoying a festive meal and
sharing stories.
Offering: $24.
Register/prepay by noon, Monday, Nov. 30.
ADVENT EVENING FOR WOMEN
An "Advent-sure"
Monday, December 7, 6:00–9:00pm
Presenters: S. Ruth Jackson
SVM and "Lydia"
Ladies, welcome to our annual
Advent evening designed just
for you! Join with other women
of faith in taking sacred time
to become more deeply aware of Advent’s riches.
We’ll share conversation and friendship around a
relaxing social and meal, followed by a prayerful and
inspirational celebration of the season in our chapel.
Invite your friends to join you for this gentle and
lovely evening.
Offering: $24.
Register & prepay by Wednesday, Dec. 2.
SHALOM WINTER BREAKFAST
Praying through Advent with Poems of
Darkness and LIght
Thursday, December 10, 7:00–8:00am, Mass
at 8:15
Presenter: Rhonda Miska, Shalom Staff
Join us before sunrise for our winter breakfast, complete
with the wonderful foods our dietary department
always offers. Then, if you haven’t already done so,
meet our speaker and new staff member, Rhonda, as
she reflects with us using poetry fitting the season.
Offering: $9.
Register & prepay by Monday, December 7.
THE SACREDNESS OF CHRISTMAS & THE
SWEETNESS OF ITS MUSIC
Monday, December 14, 6:00–9:00pm
Presenters: Carol Hemesath OSF and your
favorite Dubuque Area Musicians
With happy hearts, we gather to enjoy a bountiful
meal. Then we nourish our spirits with the music of
the season, interspersed with readings and prayer.
Join us for a joyous evening that will hopefully open
our hearts and minds to the message of Jesus.
Offering: $24, includes dinner.
Register/prepay by Wednesday, Dec. 9.
PRIVATE RETREATS/SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Private or directed retreats for individuals are offered
year-round. The length of the retreat is flexible, and
spirtual direction can be arranged.
THE REAL CHRISTMAS
Christmas Manger Evening for
Families with Young Children
Shalom provides a comfortable and peaceful
setting for spiritual direction. Spiritual Directors are
available for ongoing spiritual guidance. Suggested
Offering: $30/session. For more information, call
Sr. Marci Blum at 563/582-3592.
Tuesday, December 8, 6:30–7:30pm
Facilitators: Deacon Steve and Kathy MacDonald,
Retired Teachers and Active Grandparents
This evening is especially designed for families with
very young children, although all ages are welcome.
The focus will be on infants, toddlers, preschool
age, and primary grade children. Bring your family’s
manger scene in a bag or box and gather as a family
to enjoy an evening of simple stories, explanations,
and activities about the first Christmas. If you do not
have a manger scene one will be provided. Don’t worry
if your children are noisy and active. Jesus was once
a very young child himself. He’ll understand and so
will we.
Offering: $6/person or $15/family.
Register/prepay by Monday, Dec. 7.
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Lower
level of
Shalom
MASSAGE SERVICES
by Licensed, Certified Therapists
Appointments: 563/690-0506
Lisa Schmidt LMT, Sharon Hoppenjan LMT & Amber Sisler LMT
Mary Benedict LMT
Appointments: 563/580-7024
COUNSELING SERVICES
AFFINITY
CENTER
563/213-8502
— Kim Kali-Schultes LISW, CCDP-D —
Psychotherapy for adults, couples
& professionals facing emotional,
physical & spiritual challenges
Many health insurance plans accepted.
Shalom Spirituality Center • 563/582-3592 • www.shalomretreats.org
THANK YOU TO SHALOM'S 2014 CARING CONTRIBUTORS
Donors listed contributed
to Shalom Retreat Center
in 2014. Listing the names
of donors is one way to
show appreciation to the
many friends who support
our ministry.
We have made every
effort toward accuracy.
If, however, we have
overlooked any information or if your name
has been misspelled or
omitted, please accept our
apologies and advise us
by calling Shalom at
563/582-3592.
INDIVIDUALS
Allen, Betty
Alt, Joyce
Alt, Peter & Cindy
Althaus, Linda
Ament, Michael & Mary Pat
Anderson Jr., Bob & Deborah
Andresen, Mary Ann
Arensdorf, Joann
Avery, Harvey & Mary Ann
Balek OSF, Michelle
Bamrick, John & Eunice
Barbieur ANG, Mary
Barta, Msgr James O
Barta, Rev. Ardel
Bartz, Jack & Cheryl
Bauerly, Dr Donna
Baum BVM, Carol Marie
Bechen, Jane & Tom
Berger, Judy
Beringer OSF, Jean
Berkley, Jon & Kate
Besch OSF, Carol
Bessey, Linda & Tracy
Bigler OSF, Mary Lou
Billmeyer, Cyndy
Blaedel, Deborah
Blouin, Mike & Suzanne
Blum OSF, Marci
Bluml, Carol & Don
Boeckmann, Doug &
Suzanne
Bohr, Arlene
Bonert OSF, Bertha
Bowar, Nell
Bragg, Mary Rae
Breitbach, Larry & Fran
Breitbach, Mike & Angie
Bricker, Verabeth
Brunkan, Bob & Frances
Brunkan, Dave &
Marian Lueck
Burkle OSF, Marge
Calcari, Judith
Cavanagh, Ross & Mary E
Chidley, Janet
Christ, Jodi
Cicciarelli, Frank & Theresa
Clemen, Jane & Roger
Colling OSF, Ramona
Conlon, Kathy & Jim
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Connors, Tom & Joyce
Cornelius, Steve & Kathy
Cosgrove, Mike & Connie
Covey, Dr. Brian & Michelle
Cowan, Ronald & Jeanne
Culbertson, Kent & Kathy
Curran, Bernie & Phyllis
Curran, Patrick &
Mary Sharon
Curran, Phyllis & Bernie
Dalsing, Mary Jo
Dansart, Bernie & Marilyn
Davis, Harold & Linda Takes
De Sotel, Margaret
Debettignies, Elizabeth
Hochstatter
Deppe OSF, Julitta
Dobucki, Kenneth &
Mary Ann
Dodds, James & Dorothy
Doerr, Pat
Dole, Karen
Domeny, Rose Marie
Donahue OSF, Liz
Douglas-Beck, Milton &
Margaret
Duffy, Margaret & Stan
Dunn OSF, Ann Marie
Dunphy, Marlys
Eichler OSF, Bev
Einck OSF, Marian
Eisbach, Nancy & Pete
Elsbernd OSF, Ruth
Emge, John
Ernzen, Florence
Errthum OSF, Alice
Ervolino, John & Mary
Even, Larry & Joyce
Fangmann, Dale & Arlene
Feagan OP, Christine
Feldmann, Bob
Fitzpatrick OSF, Kathryn
Fontaine, Robert & Carol
Forkenbrock OSF, Kay
Foster, Susan
Freiburger, Don & Ellie
Freking OSF, Angie
Freking OSF, Carole
Freking OSF, Edwardine
Freking OSF, Marilyn
Frick, Dorothy
Friedell, Rev. Ronald G.
Friedl, Msgr. Francis P.
Friedman, Larry
Friedman, Terry & Paula
Friedman OSF, Madonna
Frommelt OSF, Nancy
Frommelt OSF, Sally
Frost, Wayne & Barbara
Frueh, Mary & Leo
Funk, Francis & Rita Mary
Funke, Ken & Margaret
Gabrielson, Richard &
Connie
Gansemer, Ed & Ruth
Gansen, Ron & Shirley
Garcia, Marlene Young
Gassman, Jane & Stan
Gassman, Margie
Gaul, Rev. Richard
Gaul, Sandy
Geary, Rev. Patrick G.
Gebhart, Dave & Ann
George OSF, Annette
Giese, Deb & Dennis
Giese, Tom & Paula
Giesen, Jim & Judy
Ginder OSF, Edna
Glaser OSF, M. Assumpta
Glaser OSF, Teresine
Goblirsch, Germaine
Tressel
Godwin, Carol
Goings, Ruth
Goldsmith OSF, Mary Beth
Golinvaux, Leanne
Gordon BVM, Jean
Gore, Susan
Gosche, Jerry
Gossman, Theresa
Govern, Jean Marie
Gray, George & Dorothy
Grebinec, Mary
Green OSF, Rita
Groetken OSF, Ella
Habel, Bob & Marlene
Halbach OSF, Edith
Halverson, Jim & Charlotte
Hanson, Bradley & Marion
Harris, David & Becky
Hartman, Heather
Hatt, Vince
Hauber OSF, Carol Ann
Hauber OSF, Mary
Haverkamp OSF, Janet
Hayek, Betty
Hayen BVM, C. Jean
Hayes, Tim & Ann
Hebig OSF, Bona Joan
Hedrick, Anne
Heenan, George & Lucille
Hefel, Dennis & Sharon
Hefel OSF, Laurinda
Heiar, Dave & Jane
Heim, Norm & Helen
Heim, Wayne & Connie
Heinz, Catherine
Heitzman, Robert
Hemann OSF, Camilla
Hemann OSF, Mary
Kenneth
Hemesath, Carol Fransen
Hemesath OSF, Carol
Henkel, Cynthia
Hennessey OSF, Gwen
Herrig OSF, Lavonne
Herzog, Justine
Heuer OSF, Pat
Hickson, Bill
Hilby, Bernadette & Doug
Hillary, Betty
Hirsch, Meridith
Hoffman, Kay
Hoffmann, Tom & Joan
Hohensee OSF, Renae
Holles BVM, Harriet
Homan OSF, Jeanette
Honkamp, Joyce
Hosch OSF, Jane
Houselog, Kenny & Amy
Hoverman OSF, Carol
Huber, Ron & Marge
Hughes, James
Huinker, Art & Ann
Ivis OSF, Susan
Jack, Tom & Joanne
Jacobs, Marilynn
Johnson, Andrew &
Maureen
Jorgensen, Jerry & Mary
Jungers, Dan & Phyllis
Jungers OSF , Theresa
Kahle, Dr. Donald & Erm
Kalb, John & Deb
Kalb, Shirley
Kalb, Steve & Sharon
Kalb OSF, Marie Therese
Kamentz OSF, Shirley
Karnik, Rev George
Kelley OSF, Elvira
Kennicker, Jacqueline &
Karl
Kilburg OSF, Lou Ann
Kinsella, Michael
Kirkpatrick, Marilyn
Klauer, Bob & Judy
Klein, Merlyn & Jan
Klein, Rick & Marilyn
Kleitsch OSF, Ruth
Klostermann OSF, Marian
Kluesner, Mary
Kotz, George & Kathleen
Kouba, Terry & Juliana
Kreber OSF, Janet
Kremer, John & Connie
Kruse, Barbara
Kunkel, Kim
Kuntz, Theresa
Kutsch, Rev. Eugene C.
Kutsch OSF, Corinne
Lambert OSF, Eleanor
Lang OSF, Madonna
Lange, Kurt & Kim
LeGrand, Ron & Carol
Leinen, Robert & Janice
Leisen, Vince & Karen
Leuenberger OSF, Millie
Linden, Donald
Link, Allan & Alice
Link, Delbert & Lucille
Link, Joe & Connie
Link, Loras & Tammy
Link-Dolphin, Nancy
Lochner-Dodds, Diane &
Dan
Lohrman OSF, JoAnn
Lonergan, Mary
Longo, Carmela
Loosbrock OSF, Davida
Lucid BVM, Joanne
Luedtke OSF, Martha Ann
Lyon, Ruth & Randolph
Maahs, Dee
Maiers, Terry & Rae Ann
Mallie, Leo & Rosemary
Maloy, Geri & Michael
Manternach, Janaan
Manternach OSF,
Anna Marie
Marsh, Gregory
Martin, Elaine & Dennis
Mauss, Bill & Darlene
McAllister OSF, Dolores
McAlpin BVM, Sara
McAndrews, Dave &
Mary Schiffer
McCarthy, Joy
McClean, Msgr. John R.
McCoy, Robb
McCullough, Jack & Lynn
McGeeney, Pat De Maio
McHugh BVM, Dolores
Meis, Peter & Klista
Meyer, Donna & Daniel
Meyer, Tom & Judy
Meyer OSF, Joan
Meyerhofer OSF, Nona
Michael, Mary Jo & Jim
Miller, Frank & Mary Anne
Miller, Robert & Susan
Miller, Rod
Mooney, Joleen
Morgan, Judi
Morrison, Jo Ann Graf
Mosle BVM, Mira
Nachtman OSF, Mildred
Nauman, Kenneth
Nebel, Anita Brewer
Nelson, Steve & Peggy
Nemmers, Julian &
Ruth Ann
Nigg, Randy & Doris
Nilles, Gwen Carr
Nilles, Joe & Jeanette
Nilles MD, Joan
Nolan, Holly
Noonan, Jean A. Oswald
Nugent, Owen & Mary
O'Brien, Ann
O’Brien, Terry & Delores
Olberding, Shirley
Olds, Dan & Phyllis
Otting, Sarah
Ouderkirk, Rev. Lloyd Paul
Paisley, Fr. Jack
Pancratz, Mike & Jim
Pankow, Vi
Pape, Terry & Janet
Parrett, Sandra
Pellegrini, Debbi
Peraud, Mary Sharon & Joe
Peterson, Richard & Annette
Pfiffner, Katie
Pickart OSF, Romaine
Pickus, Linda
Pitts, Sheila
Popowski, Dennis & Char
Powers, Sharon
Purdy, Patricia
Quirk, Rose
Rea, Dave & Gerry
Ready, Bonnie Briggs
Rech, Bev
Recker OSF, Doris
Rediger, Bill & Liz
Reicks, Jill & Henry
Reif, Lou
Rhomberg, Janet
Roberts, Larry
Robertson, Cathy
Roddy, Mary
Rodham, Stephen & Kris
Rogers OSF, Susann
Rolling OSF, Theresa
Ronek, Lyle & Linda
Rosemeyer OSF, Rebecca
Rosman OSF, Janice
Rubly OSF, Lene
Ruff, Edmund & Barbara
Sanner, Rosemary
Schaefer, Audrey Theisen
Schaefer OSF, Alice
Schafers OSF, Veronica
Scherner, Joyce & Paul
Scherrman, Don & Cookie
Schlader, Mary Deckert
Schmid, Mary
Schmidt, Erna Schuster
Schmidt, Lisa
Schneider, Mark & Sue
Schope, Dr Ronald &
Charlotte
Schott, Rev. Timothy
Schroeder, Richard
Schuetz OSF, Bernice
Schuster, Dixie
Scott, Sandra
Selinsky ANG, Mary Jo
Seney, Sharon
Sherman, Francis
Shippy, James & Bonnie
Slabinski SFCC, Josephine
Smith OSF, Maureen
Soppe OSF, Antonita
Spalla, Nancy & Tom
Stabenow, David & Eva
Staudt OSF, Marge
Staudt OSF, Mary Arnold
Steckel, Bryan & Heather
Stoffel OSF, Joan
Stoll OSF, Dorothy
Strausse, Donald
Streng, Lloyd
Streng OSF, Clara
Streng OSF, Denise
Strilko, Christine
Swenson, Jim
Takes, Betty
Teunissen, Elizabeth
Theisen, Jim & Marita
Thielen, Helen
Thilges OSF, Alda
Thirtle OSF, Carolyn
Thomsen, Rev. Penny
Tigges, Roger & Stella
Toale, Rev. Thomas
Tranel, Bert & Ann
Tremmel, Mary Jo &
Anthony
Tschiggfrie, Dave & Deb
Van Cleve, Gary & Tammy
Vanderah, Dave
Vaske OSF, Rosemary
Voss, Mary L
Wagner OSF, Mary Ann
Wahlert, Bob & Donna
Walsh, Marmion
Watters , Michelle Watters &
Nancy Knipper
Welu, Tom & Cinda
Wertz, Ann
Wertz, Diane & Michael
Wetjen, Ron
Whitty, Richard & Susan
Wichman RSM, Mary
Cephas
Wickham, Tom & Brenda
Wiebmer, John & Nancy
Willenborg, Dan & Joyce
Wingert OSF, Mona
Woerdehoff, Valorie
Wolfe, Jack & Sharon
Zugenbuehler, Mary
Witterholt
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GRANTS
Crawford Company - North
Dubuque Old House
Enthusiasts
Dupaco R.W. Hoefer
Foundation
Loras College Archbishop
Kucera Center for Catholic
Intellectual & Spiritual Life
Pauline Stolteben
Foundation
Sertoma Club
Wahlert Foundation
IN-KIND GIFTS
Applewood I & II Apartments
Bertsch, Diane & Jeff
Brimeyer, Jim & Kay
Casel, Jeanette & Paul
Einck OSF, Marian
Freking OSF, Carole
Friedman, Carolyn
Goedken OSF, Rita
Hauber, Mary & Jim
Hauber OSF, Carol Ann
Haverkamp OSF, Janet
Holy Spirit Parish
Knepper, Karen & Robert
Miller, Frank & Mary Anne
O'Neill, Dr. Ed
Ridge Road Nursery &
Landscaping
Schmitt, Valorie & Kevin
Weber, Jim & Jane
Willenborg, Joyce
BUSINESSES,
FOUNDATIONS &
ORGANIZATIONS
Affinity Center
AY McDonald Manufacturing
Charitable Foundation
Dubuque Bank & Trust
Dubuque Old House
Enthusiasts
Flynn Family Foundation
Fuerste Eye Clinic
Hoffman Planning Design &
Construction Inc.
ICA Alumnae Association
John Deere Classic Birdies
for Charity
Klauer Family Charitable
Foundation
Meineke Car Care Center
New Melleray Abbey
Premier Bank
Sinsinawa Dominicans Inc.
Sisters of Charity BVM
Sisters of St. Francis
Sisters of the Visitation
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Weber Paper Company
HONORARIUMS
✩ Bradley, Sally
-Huber, Ron & Marge
✩ Dbq Franciscan
Community
-Streng OSF, Clara
✩ Franciscan Community
-Freymann, Don & Jan
✩ Gottsacker, James
-Gottsacker OSF, Edith
✩ Habel, Bob & Marlene
50th wedding anniversary
-Coleman, Art & Shirley
-Coleman, Mike & Angie
-Sabers, Bob & Cathy
✩ Hanus, Archbishop
Emeritus Jerome 74th
Birthday
-Link, Joe & Connie
✩ Kalb OSF, Marie Therese
-Friedman, Larry
✩ Kalb OSF, Marie Therese
& friends who started
Shalom
-Ouderkirk, Fran & Arlene
✩ Jungers, Margaret OSF
-Swenson, Jim
✩ Rosemeyer, Rebecca
-Fuerst, Paul
✩ Ruden OSF, Frances
family
-Hayes, Ann
✩ Schemmel, Scott & Maria
wedding
-Schemmel, Scott
✩ Schulte, Jane
-Schulte, Gary
✩ Singh, Joyce
-Witte, Sue
✩ Walz, Rev. Dean 60th
anniversary
-Huber, Ron & Marge
MEMORIALS
† Althaus, Levon Hannig
-Bequest
† Basinger, Bill - Franciscan
associate
-Basinger, Jean
† Bird, Germaine C.
-Petitgout, Carol & Marty
-Streng OSF, Clara
-Streng OSF, Denise
-Barry, Frank & Anna Mae
-Gillies, Gene & Deb
-Knepper, Karen & Robert
-Grevas, Margie & Paul
-Barry, Merlin & Eunice
-Huber, Ron & Marge
† Bivens, Muriel C.
-Bivens, Gordon
† Brahm, Earl
-Brahm, Velma
† Brandon, Martha & Lee
-Ludescher, Jack & Barb
† Brown OSF, Gertrude Ann
-Green, Bette Clemens
-Davis, Betty
† Calcari family
-Calcari, Judith
† Callahan, Charles E., Sr.
-Callahan, Barbara Meloy
† Carney family
-Smith, Florence Carney
† Carr & Connolly family
-Carr, Bob & Rosie
† Domeny, Steven & Rose
-Domeny, Rose Marie
† Douglas, Eugene
-Douglas-Beck, Milton &
Margaret
† Drees OSF, Wilma
-Jorgensen, Jerry & Mary
† Engler OSF, Mary
-Hall, Brenda
† Gantenbein, Dan
-Gorman, Renee & Gary
† Godwin, Lacy
-Godwin, Carol
† Gottsacker, James H.
-Gottsacker OSF, Edith
† Green, Dick
-Green, Susan
† Hansen, Mary
-Hansen, John &
Nancy Lager
† Heber, Dorothy
-Heber, Dick
† Hebig, Adrian
-Hebig OSF, Bona Joan
† Heiderscheit, Richard A.
-Heiderscheit, Elaine
† Herrig, Eldon T.
-Herrig Charitable
Foundation
† Hrubes, Donna
-Hrubes OSF, Jan
† Huppenbauer, Walter
-Wandrey, Anne M
† Jochum OSF, Marian
-Beeson CHM, Rachel
† Jungers OSF, Margaret
-Jungers, Arnold &
Roberta
-Mooney, Joleen
-Gardner, Linda
-Pape, Marlene
-Lechtenberg OSF, Mary
† Kass, Adele
-Kutsch OSF, Corinne
† Kingsley, Bob
-McGhee, Dave & Alice
† Klein, Clarence G. family
-Gasper, Matthew &
Shirley
† Lager, John
-Hansen, John &
Nancy Lager
† Ludescher, Ruth & John
-Ludescher, Jack & Barb
† Massey Virginia
-Gorman, Renee & Gary
† McGovern, John J.
-McGovern,
Rosemary Friedell
† Meyerhofer OSF, Virginia
-Meyerhofer OSF, Nila
-Meyerhofer OSF, Nona
† Michel, Margaret
-Junk, Rocky & Kathy
† Mother of
-Nilles MD, Joan
† Norpel, Richard & Janaan
-Norpel, Mary
† Oakley, Bud & Thelma
-Kenniker, Judy
† Pfeifer, Carl J.
-Manternach, Janaan
† Portz, Merlin J. (Bud)
-Portz, Madonna
† Portzen, Nick & Kate
-Johnson, Mary Kay & Tim
† Reed, Mary Jo Hagedorn
-Hagedorn CHM, Elaine
& Marilyn
† Rettenmeier, Tom
-Rettenmeier, Mary
† Rhomberg, Jack
-Rhomberg, Alice
† Schlueter OSF, Carolyn
-Jorgensen, Jerry & Mary
† Schmidt, Michael
-Schmidt, Ora Miller
† Schulte, Gerie
-Schulte, Gary
† Steele, Frances K.
-Jacobs, Marilynn
† Tebbe, Alfred Jr.
-Tebbe, Gladys
† Tully, Mary
-McGhee, Dave & Alice
† Van Natta, Tony
-Van Natta, Larry & Linda
† Wahlert, Mr. & Mrs. R.C.
-Wahlert, Bob & Donna
† Whalen, Alice & LJ
-Vaske, Dave & Ruth
REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY
• NOTE: Please observe the registration deadlines.
• Send check made payable to Shalom Spirituality
Center and include the event title, attendee(s)
name, address & phone to: Shalom Spirituality
Center, 1001 Davis St., Dubuque, IA 52001.
• Pre-register by calling 563/582-3592, emailing
info@shalomretreats.org, or clicking and
completing the pre-registration link at
www.shalomretreats.org. Then mail your payment.
NOTE: Your registration is not confirmed until
payment is received.
• Refunds* will only be given if a request is
received three days before the event. A $5
handling charge will be subtracted from the
refund amount.
* Retreats require a nonrefundable deposit. The
deposit may be transferred to another retreat within
the same calendar year.
Shalom Spirituality Center • 563/582-3592 • www.shalomretreats.org
2016 RETREATS & CONCERT
Cool Comfort – now offering zoned central air conditioning
TO REGISTER, send deposit to Shalom Spirituality Center. This secures your reservation and is credited to the offering for the event.
DYING WITH CHRIST,
RISING WITH CHRIST
Ash Wednesday
Option 1 — 1 Day Feb. 10, 9am – 4pm
Option 2 — 3 Days Feb. 10, 9am to Feb. 12, 1pm
Lent is an opportune time to deepen
our relationship with Jesus Christ.
What does new life in Christ mean
for us? Lent prepares the way. Easter
celebrates the gift. If we do not die with
him, we will not be raised with him.
We gather to contemplate the mystery
together. Includes daily Eucharist.
Fr. Goergen is a Dominican priest, teacher, lecturer
and author. He currently teaches at the Aquinas
Fr. Don
Institute
in St. Louis, MO. He has given retreats in
Goergen O.P.
Asia, Africa, and throughout North America. Fr. Goergen has published many books and articles. His most recent will be “St.
Dominic: The Story of a Preaching Friar,” to be published in 2016 by Paulist
Press.
OPTION 1 – Ash Wednesday Retreat Day
Offering: $50, includes lunch.
No early bird discount available for one day retreats.
OPTION 2 – 3-Day Retreat
Offering: Overnight $140.Commuter $105,
includes 3 lunches & 2 dinners.
$10 early bird discount if registered by Jan. 10.
$50 deposit. Nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: Feb. 5.
Additional overnight stay with breakfast: $42.
MYSTICISM FROM
A COSMIC PERSPECTIVE
Tues., June 21 9:30 am to Thurs., June 23, 7pm
The rediscovery of the sacredness of
creation, and how we encounter
the sacred within God’s creation,
requires a fresh look at the wisdom
of mysticism, and the awakening
of the mystic in the spiritual
experience of many people today.
Retreat closes with Eucharistic service.
• Member of the Sacred Heart Missionary Order in
Fr. Diarmuid England
O’Murchu
• Social psychologist
• Workshop leader and group facilitator
• Ministered in Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, India, Africa
• Author of 16 books
Offering: Overnight: $250.
Commuter: $175, includes 3 lunches & 3 dinners.
$10 early bird discount if registered by May 21.
$50 deposit - nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: June 16.
Additional overnight stay with breakfast: $42.
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PERFORMING ORDINARY THINGS IN
EXTRAORDINARY WAYS
Monday, June 27 5:30 pm to
Saturday, July 2, 9:00 am
This retreat will explore the theology
and daily practice of the Gospel way
of life in the footprints of Francis
and Clare of Assisi. Building on the
Joy of the Gospel, themes will focus
on the humanity of Christ, practice
of the virtues, the Lord’s presence,
and the Franciscan way of life in
the contemporary world. Daily
Eucharist.
Fr. Joe
Chinnici OFM Fr. Joe is a Franciscan friar of the province of Saint
Barbara. He is currently President of the Franciscan
School of Theology, Oceanside, California, in affiliation with the University of San Diego. He has written extensively on the
Franciscan Intellectual Tradition and the evangelical life in the contemporary
world. A specialist in the history of Catholicism in the United States, he tries
to be, first of all, a human being.
Offering: Overnight: $450.
Commuter: $425, includes 4 lunches & 5 dinners.
$25 early bird discount if registered by May 27.
$75 deposit. Nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: June 22.
CONTEMPLATIVE EXPLORATION INTO
EVOLUTIONARY CHRISTIANITY
Sunday, July 17, 5:30 pm to
Friday, July 22, 9:00 am
One’s cosmology shapes one’s theology.
Many of us, having embraced an
evolutionary cosmology, still stumble
in terms of how it shapes our theology.
Come and be part of this retreat rooted
in communal contemplation and
dialogue to explore our experience of
being evolutionary Christians and the
theology that is taking shape within us. Nancy is the founder and president of the Institute
Nancy
Sylvester IHM for Communal Contemplation and Dialogue. She
is past LCWR President; past vice-president of her
congregation, the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Monroe, Michigan; and a former researcher, lobbyist and national coordinator of
NETWORK, a national Catholic social justice lobby. She is an author and
known speaker having addressed diocesan conferences, university institutes, assemblies of women religious and major national and international
conferences. For more information visit www.iccdinstitute.org.
Offering: Overnight: $450.
Commuter: $425, includes 4 lunches & 5 dinners.
$25 early bird discount if registered by June 17.
$75 deposit. Nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: July 13.
2016 RETREATS & WORKSHOPS – continued
GREAT LESSONS FROM THE JOURNEY
IMAGING GOD:
DEEPENING OUR PRAYER
Friday, August 12 5:30 pm to
Sunday, August 14, 1:00 pm
Friday, September 16, 5:30pm to
Sunday, September 18, 11:00 am
Paula will reflect about how we each must
“find our way,” including the lessons that
have mattered during her own journey
and the great challenge in these times
for all of us to deepen and begin to live
every moment of life with awareness of
life’s sacredness and preciousness. The
journey brings to mind the lines from
Paula D’Arcy a poem by Mark Nepo: “The secret of
life, somehow/ always has to do with
the awakening/ and freeing of what has been asleep.”
Sunday Eucharistic liturgy. Paula D’Arcy is a writer, playwright,retreat leader and conference and seminar speaker. In 2001 she established Red Bird Foundation, which supports
the growth and spiritual development of those in need throughout the world,
including men and women in prison. The foundation has sponsored two international gatherings of women known as WOMENSPEAK, conferences
which honor the woman’s voice as a force of peace and healing for the
world. A former psychotherapist, Paula survived the loss of her husband
and young daughter in an accident in 1975. She was three months pregnant at the time. Among her best-selling books are Gift of the Red Bird,
Waking Up to This Day, and When People Grieve.
How we imagine God influences how we
relate to God and discover God in our
lives. Explore some of the foundational
ways in which the tradition has called on
God and how to make them your own.
Includes Sunday Eucharist.
Carolyn is a Religious of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ) and
Charles Fischer Catholic Professor of New Testament
emerita at Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian UniCarolyn
versity.
She previously taught for twenty-six years at CTU
Osiek RSCJ
in Chicago. She holds a doctorate in New Testament and
Christian Origins from Harvard University, and is a former associate editor of The Bible Today and former New Testament Book Review Editor of
the Catholic Biblical Quarterly. She is one of four editors of Silent Voices,
Sacred Lives: Women’s Readings for the Liturgical Year (Paulist Press, 1992)
and author of many books on New Testament topics. Currently, she serves
as the archivist for the Society of the Sacred Heart, United States-Canada
Province and continues to lecture, give retreats, and lead pilgrimages
in areas of biblical interest.
OFFERING: Overnight: $175.
Commuter: $155, includes 2 dinners & 2 lunches.
$10 early bird discount if registered by July 12.
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: Aug. 7.
OFFERING: Overnight $160, Commuter $140.
$10 early bird discount if registered by Aug. 16.
$50 DEPOSIT. Nonrefundable.
Registration deadline: Sept. 12.
SHALOM ON THE ROAD – Outreach Programming
NOTE: There is a requested offering for each program plus mileage,
if travel is required outside of Dubuque. Call 563/582-3592 for details.
FACILITATOR / PRESENTER:
Eileen Miller OSF, Shalom Program Director
• The Miracle of Mindfulness
• The Crazy Quilt of Our Lives — a Retreat Day
for Women
• Writing Life Stories
• Living Gratefully
• Sabbath: Honoring Our Need for the Rhythm
of Rest
FACILITATOR / PRESENTER:
Meg Gemar OSF
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Ecological Spirituality
FACILITATOR / PRESENTER:
Marci Blum OSF, Shalom Administrator
• Living a Spiritual Life
• How Can We Discern Directions in Life?
• Ways to Pray Using the Myers-Briggs
Personality Assessment
• Generational Spirituality:
How Generations View God, Self and
the World
• Retreat Day: Living Like Francis Today
• Retreat: Walking the Labyrinth
For topic details, please visit
http://shalomretreats.org/private.html.
1001 Davis Street • Dubuque, IA 52001
www. shalomretreats.org
RESERVE OUR FACILITY OR ATTEND PROGRAMS & EXPERIENCE . . .
• Life-giving events & warm hospitality!
• Quiet, peaceful space
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Delicious home-cooked meals!
Reasonable rates, zoned central
air conditioning & free Wi-Fi
4 conference rooms and several
small space meeting rooms
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Opportunities to build relationships
with God, self and others
Programs, retreats and gatherings to
support spiritual growth for people of
all faith traditions
Shalom’s atmosphere of spirituality and peacefulness attracts
many religious, non-profit, business, civic and educational
groups/organizations.
The facilities, along with the service provided by Shalom’s
hospitable staff, offer an ideal setting for workshops, meetings,
staff/board retreats, group development, quilting groups,
spiritual gatherings, funeral dinners and more. Additionally,
"Shalom on the Road" outreach programming is available.
For more information regarding facility rental or outreach
programming, call Sr. Marci Blum OSF at 563/582-3592,
email: mblum@shalomretreats.org
or visit: www.shalomretreats.org.
Tunnel Replacement Project at Shalom
A water pipe was replaced at Shalom during four weeks this summer—
a big project. The circle driveway will be paved in September.
Fr. Diarmuid O’Murchu will return
in 2016 after he attracted a sold-out
audience for the 3-day workshop he
led at Shalom in 2014.
Our gratitude to the Holy Spirit Pastorate CEW group who painted our kitchen walls, ceiling and pipes on
Saturday, July 11. Superb job! Jane & Kelly O’Hea; Jeff, Kim & Cody Schmidt; Jeff, Libby & Emily Streinz; Rob &
Lesley Foley; Leon Feldman; Becky Seymour; Terry Pape; and John Jackson.
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Shalom Shenanigans Raffle Tickets – $5 each or 5 for $20
12th Annual
Shalom Shenanigans Raffle
October 23, 2015
Suggested Offering:
$5 per Ticket or 5 for $20
Name_________________________
Address________________________
____________________________
Need not be present to win.
2nd Prize:
$500 cash
Nook Tablet
$100 value
12th Annual
Shalom Shenanigans Raffle
October 23, 2015
Name_________________________
Address________________________
____________________________
Need not be present to win.
Name_________________________
$500 cash
Nook Tablet
$100 value
12th Annual
Address________________________
____________________________
Need not be present to win.
$500 cash
Nook Tablet
$100 value
12th Annual
Suggested Offering:
$5 per Ticket or 5 for $20
Name_________________________
Address________________________
____________________________
Need not be present to win.
Suggested Offering:
$5 per Ticket or 5 for $20
Name_________________________
$500 cash
Nook Tablet
$100 value
12th Annual
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Phone_________________________
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Need not be present to win.
FitBit
$100 value
Thank You
3rd Prize:
$100
gift card
for your
Support!
4th Prize:
FitBit
wireless activity tracker
$100 value
Thank You
3 Prize:
rd
$100
gift card
for your
Support!
4 Prize:
th
FitBit
wireless activity tracker
$100 value
No purchase necessary to participate in this drawing.
2nd Prize:
Shalom Shenanigans Raffle
October 23, 2015
4th Prize:
$100
gift card
Raffle Drawing – October 23, 2015
GRAND PRIZE!
Phone_________________________
Support!
wireless activity tracker
No purchase necessary to participate in this drawing.
2nd Prize:
Shalom Shenanigans Raffle
October 23, 2015
for your
Raffle Drawing – October 23, 2015
GRAND PRIZE!
Phone_________________________
3rd Prize:
No purchase necessary to participate in this drawing.
2nd Prize:
Shalom Shenanigans Raffle
October 23, 2015
Thank You
Raffle Drawing – October 23, 2015
GRAND PRIZE!
Phone_________________________
Suggested Offering:
$5 per Ticket or 5 for $20
No purchase necessary to participate in this drawing.
GRAND PRIZE!
Phone_________________________
Suggested Offering:
$5 per Ticket or 5 for $20
Raffle Drawing – October 23, 2015
Thank You
3rd Prize:
for your
Support!
4th Prize:
FitBit
wireless activity tracker
$100 value
$100
gift card
Raffle Drawing – October 23, 2015
No purchase necessary to participate in this drawing.
GRAND PRIZE!
2 Prize:
$500 cash
Nook Tablet
nd
$100 value
Thank You
3 Prize:
rd
for your
Support!
4 Prize:
th
FitBit
wireless activity tracker
$100 value
$100
gift card
Fall 2015 Events
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2016 Retreats
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Social & Dinner
12th Annual
MENU: Garden Salad & Dinner Rolls, Steak,
Twice-baked Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert and
Assorted Beverages.
Entertainment
Mike Reise and Lisa Schmidt entertain with guitar and vocal
music from the ‘60’s.
Silent Auction
Numerous services and experiences to bid on. Preview items at:
www.shalomretreats.org or at Shalom beginning October 9.
5:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Raffle
GRAND PRIZE!
$500 cash
2nd Prize:
3rd Prize:
Nook Tablet
FitBit
$100 value
4th Prize:
wireless activity tracker
$100 value
Raffle tickets: $5 each, five for $20.
Need not be present to win.
$100
gift card
To participate, see raffle tickets on
inside back flap of this newsletter.
14
Friday
October 23
Event Tickets: $50 per person
Seating is limited, so be
sure to register early.
Register/prepay by Oct. 16.