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Each year The Matthew Kelly Foundation hosts several retreat experiences. It is with indescribable pleasure that we invite you to join us on a sacred journey. Why a Retreat? "In recent years I have traveled to almost every corner of the earth trying to encourage people to embrace the full meaning of the Christian life. The difficulty I have encountered in my work is that speaking to people for one hour merely begins the process. I have learned that what is needed is a deeper experience - a time filled with talks, teachings, prayer, reflection, opportunities to ask questions, and a chance to rest a little and be renewed. It is specifically for this reason that these retreats have been designed. Our lives have a habit of gathering a momentum of their own. It is wise for us to step back occasionally and dust off our spiritual compass. We all need to step back from time to time to get another look at who we are and where we are going. Leonardo da Vinci once wrote: "Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgment will be surer; since to remain constantly at work will cause you to lose power of judgment. Go some distance away because the work appears smaller and more of it can be taken in at a glance, and a lack of harmony or proportion is more readily seen." We all need that sense of perspective at different times in our lives. Come - and together we will learn to see again, to hear again, and to listen again. Let us learn the ancient art of making travel sacred - and together as pilgrims let us seek the answers to the ultimate questions." ~Matthew Kelly |
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Fatima, Portugal Each August The Matthew Kelly Foundation sponsors a retreat experience in Fatima, Portugal. This retreat incorporates talks, excursions, bible study, the mass, and free time into a phenomenal step on your spiritual journey. Matthew's Talks & Workshops If you have heard Matthew speak or read his writings, you know already that he possesses a rare gift to convey life-changing insights into a powerful and inspiring way. During his talks and workshops in Fatima he will help you identify you legitimate needs - physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually, and teach you to get in touch with the deepest desires that God has placed in your heart. Throughout the retreat portion of this trip Matthew will present twice a day in an intimate setting... a rare experience as most of us are only used to attending large gatherings with Matthew. Excursions Apart from the days we spend in Fatima on retreat, we also take a couple of days to rest, relax, and enjoy a little of the European spirit and charm. The particular goal of this component is to enable each retreatant to return home feeling renewed and refreshed. For this reason, we spend our last day enjoying the beachside town of Nazare. Bible Studies and Mass Each afternoon you will enjoy a bible study. This is an opportunity for us to become more familiar with the Bible and how we can all use it in our daily lives. Before dinner each evening we will celebrate Mass together. Meals and Free Time Over the years we have seen some wonderful friendships born in Fatima. Our retreatants, from over 20 states ranging in age from 15 to 75, have found that meals and free time foster the opportunity to begin friendships. Also, there is plenty of time to read one of those books you've been meaning to read, take some long walks in quiet places, spend a little time in prayer and reflection . . . or simply take an afternoon nap. Remember, the goal is to come home REFRESHED, REJUVENATED, AND RENEWED! Cost $2195 USD Trip Includes: Round trip airfare, deluxe coach transportation, hotel accommodations based on double occupancy, breakfast and dinner daily, all hotel taxes. Trip Does Not Include: Airport taxes, tips, travel insurance, or add-on airfare. Single Supplement = $435 To learn more about this extraordinary retreat experience call (513-221-7700) or email (bridget@matthewkelly.org) Bridget Eichhold. |
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Milford, Ohio Twice each year The Matthew Kelly Foundation hosts a retreat at The Milford Spiritual Center, just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio. The Milford Retreat Center offers a quiet atmosphere for prayer and reflection. These retreats provide a perfect opportunity to rediscover the best-version-of-yourself! Cost $325 per person Retreat Includes: Private air-conditioned rooms (a limited number or double occupancy rooms are available for married couples, please call to confirm), deluxe breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets served daily, refreshments available 24 hours a day and exercise facility on retreat grounds. Bed linens, blankets, and towels are provided. To learn more about this extraordinary retreat experience call (513-221-7700) or email (bridget@matthewkelly.org) Bridget Eichhold. |
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RETREAT SCHOLARSHIPS The Matthew Kelly Foundation offers scholarships to each of the retreats it hosts. The Fatima Scholarship is an all expense paid trip. The Milford Scholarship is a tuition only scholarship and does not include travel to and from The Milford Spiritual Center. Eligibility requirements are as follows:
A committee at the foundation will review applications and scholarships will be awarded 90 days before each retreat. Application will be received only by mail, and should be addressed to: The Matthew Kelly Foundation |
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