New York Province Society of Jesus, St. Ignatius Jesuit Retreat House, Inisfada

Films that Speak to the Spirit

julieb — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 18:18:13 +0000

The last Tuesday of every month from October to May (except November). 6:45pm – 9pm. Come and enjoy some thought-provoking movies that touch upon many themes of Ignatian Spirituality and dynamics found in the Spiritual Exercises. Fr. Damian Halligan, SJ will host and facilitate discussion. $15pp per session. Future dates: November 23 & December 28. For more information and registration please contact us at 516-621-8300 x 15,

Commemorative Musical Reflection Honoring Those Lost on 9/11

julieb — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:27:02 +0000

Thursday, September 9 at 8pm. Join us for this musical reflection by Major Treble, an all women’s choir from Molloy College, under the direction of Diane Bayen Griffin honoring those lost on September 11. All are invited to attend. A free-will offering is requested in support of Tuesday’s Children. Call (516)621-8300 x15 for more information.

Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius

julieb — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:05:24 +0000

Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: 19th Annotation Retreat. September 23, January 13 & May 26: Communal Gatherings from7pm – 9:15pm. This program is designed for those who cannot get away for the 30-day directed retreat. It runs from October to May and allows you to experience the full Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola without having to leave your job or other responsibilities. It requires a daily commitment to prayer and meeting once a week whenever mutually convenient with a spiritual director. Candidates should be in spiritual direction for at least one year prior to this retreat. $900 (installments accepted). For details call Karen ext. 25

Pilgrimage to Spain in the Footsteps of St. Ignatius Loyola

julieb — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:29:24 +0000

November 1-10. 2010. Now is your chance to “Walk in the Footsteps of St. Ignatius of Loyola” with our very own Sr. Karen Doyle, SSJ. This wonderful pilgrimage to Spain begins November 1^st, 2010 arriving back in New York on November 10^th. Visit such places as Manresa, Loyola, Pamplona and spend a day at nearby Lourdes. You will feel the sacredness of these very special places that not only brought Ignatius to conversion but were also the inspiration for his writing of the Spiritual Exercises, which Pope Benedict XVI has called “a true gift to the Church”.

Don’t delay, we will only be able to accept the applications of the first forty pilgrims. Make your reservations by calling Terri at St. Ignatius Retreat House at (516) 621 – 8300 X15.

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Elizabeth Moss Prayer Shawl Ministry

julieb — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:12:29 +0000

Starting Monday September 20, 2010 from 10am – 12pm and continuing every second Monday of the month to May. Facilitator: Vita Scorcia. Those who knit, crochet, quilt or sew are invited to work together and pray for one another and for the recipients of the handicrafts. Participants provide materials needed. $10pp per session. Call office to register (516)621-8300 x 15.

Women at the Well

julieb — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 02:35:41 +0000

Starting October 5, 2010, 7:30-9:30pm and continuing the first Tuesday of the month until May 2011. Evenings of companionship, prayer and reflection for women. Conducted by Jean Lynch a longtime member of the staff at The Mary Louis Academy. Mrs. Lynch holds a MA in Systematic Theology from St. John’s University and an advanced degree in Spirituality from Immaculate Conception Seminary. $15pp per session. Future dates: November 2 and December 7, 2010.

Commemorative Patio

julieb — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:31:55 +0000

Bricks are on sale now for our commemorative patio that will be built in March 2011 and dedicated at our 2011 Spring at Inisfada. The patio will be located between the solarium and the labyrinth. Please call Terri (516)621-8300 x15 for more information and a brochure.

Fall Gala at Inisfada

julieb — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:56:30 +0000

Thursday, November 11, 2010 Come join us for a great evening at Inisfada. 6pm-10pm. Call (516)621-8300 x15 for invitation and more information.

Fr. Peter Arabia Mass for Healing

julieb — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:29:21 +0000

Starting Wednesday, October 20, 2010: Fr. Peter Arabia Mass for the Healing will begin with a 6:30 rosary followed by a 7pm Mass. Future dates: November 9, December 9 and January 6, 2011.

Food for Thought

julieb — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:59:24 +0000

Saturday, November 20, 2010 6:30pm – 8:30pm Join Pat McDonagh, psychologist and author, and guest speaker Fr. Andrzej Zglejszewski, Director of Worship for the Diocese of Rockville Centre for an evening to help nourish Catholics in their understanding of the Eucharist. $35pp. Wine and chesse.