Leader

Sr. Julie Sewell, OSB




Sr. Julie was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.  She graduated from Ursiline Academy and went on to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Philosophy from Edgecliff College of Xavier University.  In 2004 she completed the necessary course requirements in the Spiritual Direction Internship Program at the Benedict Inn Retreat & Conference Center.   Presently Sr. Julie is the Associate Director of Development for the Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of Grace Monastery.


 

Come INNjoy a seminar in the European tradition ~ ~ leading, not lectures; readings; contemplative dialogue; silence to soak up perspectives ~ ~ a covenant group experience.  This seminar will focus on the brand-new book, Lent and Holy Week, within the Bridges to Contemplative Living series.  With sessions beginning on Ash Wednesday, this is the perfect time to enhance your meditation during the most holy time of the year.


Thomas Merton is a wise spiritual guide for our times. While one of the most deeply spiritual greats, he was also deeply connected to the world in which we live. Merton’s writings “gently leads participants on a journey toward personal spiritual transformation and a more contemplative and peace-filled life.” 


This special opportunity will be limited in size and those who participate are expected to attend all four weekly sessions.  The new booklet is based on eight lessons; the seminar will focus on 2 lessons at each session, which will allow participants to be prepared for each week of Lent in advance, with review each session. The cost includes all 4 sessions, the booklet and a simple Lenten supper of soup and bread each week.

Bridges to Contemplative Living: Lent & Holy Week

A four week seminar

February 25  -   March 4  -  March 18  -  April 1

Fee:  $50 

[covers all costs for entire seminar]

[Register and pay in advance with a friend and each save $5.00]


Come at 5:15 PM for Evening Prayer at the monastery

or

arrive in time for supper at 6 PM, with the sessions from 6:30 to 9 PM. 


To register call:  317.788.7581

or email:  benedictinn@benedictinn.org.

Registration Deadline: February 11, 2009

or

Call us for availability