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(CLICK HERE to view brochure .pdf) January 2012 10 Coffee and Contemplation:      The Christian Response to Violence February 2012 5 Winter Wisdom 7 Coffee and Contemplation:    We are Ambassadors of Christ 18 Marriage Preparation - It's About Loving 25 Catholic Perspectives on Climate Change 28 Taize Prayer - Lent March 2012 2-4 Lenten Retreat 6 Coffee and Contemplation: Choices for Simple

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 Join us for seasonal woodland walks on the beautiful grounds of Villa Maria This program is designed for families with kid-friendly activities and a take home project. Lead by experienced Farm-Based Environmental Education Teacher Sr. Jeanne Thurin, HM. Sister Jeanne is a Sister of the Humility of Mary and Environmental Education Program Associate at Villa Maria Education and Spirituality

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This program is scheduled to be held Sunday, February 5, 2012, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the comfortable surroundings of the Mother Madelaine Room. Join us as Frank Romeo reflects on his observations of nature in the winter and our own experiences of this season of wisdom.  Ritual and refreshments are included. Frank Romeo is Director Emeritus of Land Management at Villa Maria and offers

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Taizé Prayer Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM • Magnificat Chapel October 11, 2011  -  Ordinary Time December 6, 2011  -  Advent February 28, 2012  -  Lent April 24, 2012  -  Easter With open and ecumenical hearts, gather around the cross for prayer in the tradition of the ecumenical monastery of Taizé, France. This Christian interdenominational prayer form includes music, scripture, and

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Coffee and Contemplation Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 AM • Mother Madelaine Room Contemplation sessions include a presentation, group discussion, and time for personal prayer. Participants may stay for lunch for an additional charge. Topics Paul Encourages the Philippians and Us September 13, 2011 Presenter: Sr. Ardath Blake, HM The Transforming Power of Gratitude October 11, 2011 Presenter: Jim

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This program is scheduled to be held Saturday, February 25, 2012, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the comfortable surroundings of the Mother Madelaine Room. What does the Catholic Church teach about climate change and how does global climate change especially impact those who are poor? Join in conversation and reflection that integrates scripture, Papal Documents, statements of our US Catholic Bishops,

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This program is scheduled to be held Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMin the welcoming atmosphere of Potier Centerat Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center "It's About Loving" is a one day Marriage Preparation program that offers engaged couples an opportunity to prepare and celebrate the Sacrament of Matrimony by loving encounter of one another in peaceful, prayerful

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This program is scheduled to be held Saturday, March 31, 2012, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM on the picturesque grounds of Villa Maria Community Center. “We Are Companions On The Journey” This theme will be explored by presentations, time for personal reflection, sharing between sponsor and the elect and/or candidate, and a closing prayer service. Facilitator:         Ardath Blake, HM Participants:

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This program is scheduled to be held Monday, June 4 - Tuesday, June 5, 2012in the state-of-the-art Conference Center at Villa Maria Community Center Topic-Spirituality and Sexuality: Two Faces of One Desire The desire for connectedness with God and others lies at the heart of spirituality and sexuality. For many, this dynamic is obscure, perhaps even hidden. Some might even regard them as

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Spiritual Direction Formation ProgramSunday, June 3 - Saturday, June 9 VMESC offers a four-year formation program in spiritual direction. This program was fashioned with a unique design to accommodate those who cannot afford the time for a lengthy residential program, yet desire quality and time to discern their call to the ministry of spiritual direction. Spiritual directors are called by God

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Dead Man WalkingThe Journey Continues This program is being co-sponsored by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary and the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown.  Hosted by the St. Charles Borromeo Christian Life Committee, the event is scheduled to take place at St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Boardman, Ohio on March 6, 2012, at 6:30 PM. The death penalty is one of the great moral issues facing

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This program is scheduled to be held Friday, May 4 - Saturday, May 5, 2012 Now what.....I think I'm called to be a CLOWN!! Who should attend? Any playful person 14—114, beginner or experienced in clowning! (Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) Facilitated by Bob Kloos of Beacon Street performing arts in ministry. Bob is married to Jean and together they have two great kids, David

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This program is scheduled to be held Friday, March 2, 2012, 7:00 PM to Sunday, March 4, 2012, 10:00 AM in the relaxed atmosphere of the Begel Hall Commons room. “A Time To Discover The Abundance In My Life” We welcome you to come share in a Lenten Retreat.  This year's theme " A Time to Discover the Abundance in my Life" will provide presentations focused on Personal Prayer, Social Justice,

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22-Hour Retreats are scheduled to begin on Friday at 7:00 PM and end the following day on Saturday, at 5:00 PM.  Dates are listed below. “Bible As Bread For My Daily Living” This retreat is designed specifically to meet the spiritual needs of busy, 21st-century Christians.  Participants will be engaged in presentations, share in prayer services, and have the opportunity to enjoy our 726-

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Individually Directed Retreats are scheduled to begin on Sunday at 7:00 PM and end on Sunday of the following week at 10:00 AM.  The tranquil environment of the Villa Maria grounds offers the perfect background for this retreat.  Prayerful reflection, often with Sacred Scripture, in an atmosphere of complete silence is the usual setting for this process. Each retreatant will meet

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Our Mission: Villa Maria Education & Spirituality Center provides and promotes educational and spiritual experiences in a unique setting for people of all ages, faiths, and economic status. We offer the following services with qualified professionals: Group Programs: Retreats, Educational Workshops and Staff Development Programs can be designed to meet the particular needs of your group. Call

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Smoke Free Campus: Villa Maria is smoke free as of May 1, 2010. No smoking is permitted on the premises including inside vehicles parked in our lots. Pennsylvania Hotel & Sales Taxes HOTEL TAX ON OVERNIGHT & MEETING ROOMS: Programs at Villa Maria are tax free, but we are obligated by law to pay a 6% hotel tax on overnight rooms and meeting rooms. SALES TAX ON MEALS: Religious organizations that

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Villa Maria Maps Click Here for Villa Maria Grounds Map Click Here for Villa Maria Buildings Map Directions to: Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center2067 Evergreen Road Villa Maria, PA 16155From Youngstown From Youngstown Airport From Toledo and Cleveland From Cincinnati/Dayton/Columbus/Akron From Pittsburgh Airport/New Castle From Pittsburgh From Erie, Buffalo (and other points

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