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We would like to highlight some of the special
programs in which our Sisters are involved:

  • Young people are invited to join Sr. Mary Ruth for Teen/Youth Night at the Convent from 7-9pm

    * March 15 
    *     April 12
    * May 10

    The evening includes:
    7:00 Gathering & getting caught up
    7:15 Teaching (20 minute presentation)
    7:45 Praying (30 minutes in chapel)
    8:15 Playing (Games & popcorn)
    8:45 Concluding (Night Prayer)]

  • “Discovering the Mass in the Bible” Mondays
    from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays ~ January 15-March 18
    Fel    lowship, video lecture by Dr. Brant Pitre, reflection & discussion, & prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament (see bulletin board for more info). Contact Sr. Mary Ruth with questions and to register: srmaryruth@sfcretreats.org or 701-242-7195
  • Living the Eucharist (Sr. Mary Ruth), 10-3 p.m.
    Saturdays from 10-3 p.m.
    * March 16
    * April 13
    * May 18

    In this second year of Eucharistic Revival, the year of Parish Revival, we will gather for monthly days of reflection. The theme will be “Living the Eucharist” as we discuss, learn, and strive to incorporate the Eucharist into every aspect of our lives. Each day-long retreat will include presentations, private and group prayer times, lunch, and more.

  • Consoling the Heart of Jesus
    6:-7:15 a.m. ~ January 15-March 18
  • -Join us for a ten-week small group “retreat” based on the popular book by Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC to: gain new insights into how you can console Jesus; learn the keys to the great sanctity of the saints like Therese of Lisieux, Faustina Kowalska, and Mother Teresa; and have all the tools you’ll need to “become a saint, a great saint, and quickly.”
  • A popular annual event is Mother Daughter Days.  Next summer, the sessions will be June 13-15 and July 11-13.  You may register here. 

  • Young women interested in learning more about our Franciscan life are invited to “Come & See”: March 22-24, June 28-30, Aug 9-11.

  • Silent Directed Retreats: June 19-26, July 24-31, and Aug 14-21 

Anyone wishing to make a private directed retreat is invited to
contact Sr. Mary Ruth to make arrangements.  

Our Center is open to any number of events. Most of the following are hosted by outside groups throughout the year. You are welcome to contact Karen at 701-640-3060 if you are interested in getting in touch with the organizers to register. Please note that these events are subject to change, and availability may be limited.