Religious sabbatical programs

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We bonded well as a small group and as a larger community. Ministry to Ministers really provided the opportunity for developing right relationships with oneself, others, God and creation as developed in the Eucharist, faith sharing, spiritual direction, class discussion, meal time, common exercise and nature walks. The Ministry to Ministers MtM Sabbatical Program provides a sabbatical experience for Roman Catholic priests, religious women and men, and lay ministers who have been engaged in pastoral ministry for a number of years and who will be returning to an active ministerial mission or assignment, whether in a full-time or reduced time capacity.

Four key aspects of the Biblical Sabbath — ceasing, resting, embracing and feasting — constitute the framework to facilitate the personal, spiritual, theological, and pastoral renewal of each participant. Holistic in its design, MtM focuses on personal growth and spiritual renewal, addressing the needs of body, mind and spirit. A key objective of the program is integration: the assimilation and application of this experience into everyday life and ministry.

To create a healthy and hospitable community atmosphere, the international program accepts a maximum of 24 participants, with an equitable balance between women and men. MtM is designed for people who are physically and emotionally healthy and who have the capacity to participate in and benefit from the fullness of the program. The program is not intended for persons suffering significant physical limitations or psychological dysfunctions or addictions. Some OST events may be on-line only. Weekly faith-sharing in small groups enables participants to glean new self-knowledge by sharing personal experiences, faith challenges and opportunities.

This is accomplished via the talents and skills of the Oblate School of Theology faculty and the expertise of outstanding lecturers, theologians, and spiritual directors from the region and the nation. Reading and reflection are encouraged, but there is no written homework.

A wellness consultant suggests an individual program to meet personal needs. At St. MtM provides the names of competent and respected counselors to respond to this need. Free time is built into the program, including most afternoons and evenings, and Saturdays and Sundays. Continuing Formation. See our campus resources. Guests are invited to attend regularly scheduled liturgies and monk-led tours during their stay. Saint Meinrad offers a place of peace and refreshment for those seeking rest from intensive work and ministry.

Plan your personalized sabbatical stay at Saint Meinrad for one to 10 months, between August 1 and May Sabbatical guests are men and women from all areas of Church life and academia, many of whom are involved in ministry.

Thomas Aquinas Chapel. Regular opportunities for Reconciliation and Eucharistic Adoration are available. Classes and Retreats: For an additional charge, you can take courses in the Seminary and School of Theology for credit or audit. Courses are available on weekdays, weekends or online. Our Guest House offers a regular schedule of retreats.

Study Tours: For an additional charge, take part in 7- to day European study tours offered at various times during the year through Saint Meinrad's World Church Program. Cultural Events: Lectures, concerts and other cultural events are held regularly on campus. Sabbatical participants at JST join a dynamic community rooted in the Ignatian tradition that is committed to academic excellence in the vibrant location of Berkeley, California.

Look over the Renewal Program application checklist to collect your materials. For those who do not have the resources for a full sabbatical experience, we also offer the following option:.

An audit-only, asynchronous course for renewal in mind, body, and spirit, with opportunities for real-time and in-person interaction.