This will be a semi-directed retreat focused on Reconnecting with God through the Examen Prayer and is open to all priests in the Diocese of Orlando. Please note: due to the nature of this retreat, there will be a modified schedule for this week. There will be one presentation each day to allow for the opportunity for spiritual direction and confession.
Topic: Reconnect with God through the Examen Prayer
St. Ignatius said that if we were ever to drop any of our daily prayers because of business, tiredness, or any other reason, the Examen Prayer should be the last to go. It is that helpful! The Examen prayer assists us to remain connected to God throughout our day and perhaps even more urgently helps us realize when we have become disconnected with God and gives us a way to reconnect. This five-day retreat will consist of daily sessions illustrating the five steps of the Examen Prayer: Gratitude, Petition, Discernment, Forgiveness, and Resolution. With each step, priests will have the opportunity to review their life, priesthood, and their current relationship with God, their Father. Fr. Michael will illustrate each step with inspiring, funny, and entertaining stories from his own life. There will be opportunities for daily spiritual direction, guided meditations and journaling that will allow you to reflect on different points of your life, suggested scriptures for Holy Hours, as well as preparation for a “general confession” (Looking at your entire life and allowing God, The Father, to love you unconditionally). At the end of the retreat, you will be invited to make a personal resolution with God. You can remain always connected to God, and this retreat will help you!
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