Sunday, April 17, 2011

Save the date: Prayer retreat set for Sept. 24

If you were one of the Immanuel members who identified spiritual growth as a priority during the visioning process, you’ll want to mark Saturday, Sept. 24 on your calendar.

That’s the date for a prayer retreat with Sister Constance Krstolic, OSB. The theme is “Living Gratefully.” The retreat is sponsored by Immanuel’s prayer team.

The retreat runs from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 6400 State Line Road, Mission Hills. It begins with fellowship at 9 a.m., and also will include an opportunity to walk a portable labyrinth.

Cost is $20 per person and covers refreshments, the speaker and materials.

Sister Connie travels throughout the Midwest and beyond each year, conducting dozens of retreats. Her topics range from “Celebration of Life’s Journey” to “Balancing Your ‘Act’ in Life” to “Gratitude Takes Nothing for Granted.”

She holds bachelors and masters degrees in religious studies, is a spiritual director and holds a number of positions at Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison, Kan.

Watch for more information about the retreat in upcoming newsletters.