Upcoming Events
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A Meditative Day
Saturday April 13, 2019
9:30 AM-3:00 PM A quiet day, leading us into Holy Week: Meditations on the Stations of the Cross. Conducted by Eileen Kennedy, artist and CSJB Associate. $50 includes lunch. For more information please click here or contact Sister Pamela at 973-543-4641 x 9, or email sr-pamela@csjb.org. |
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CELTIC JOURNEYS - Ireland
May 15-26, 2019
From the ruggedness of Connemara to the gentleness of the green fields of Cork, from the stretches of white sand beaches to the spectacular seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula, from the buzz of Dublin to the silence of the Wicklow Mountains... Ireland is truly a magical land, filled with wonderment and delight. Come join us for another spiritual adventure to Ireland! For more information contact Sister Margo at: srmargo@gmail.com or 973-543-4641 x4 CLICK HERE for more info. |
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Contemplative Prayer and Sketching in Nature
Saturday June 1 • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Outside on the Convent grounds Directed by Debra M. Cook Come experience inner peace while creating in the presence of God. The workshop includes developing a sense of awareness, observation and appreciation of nature and being more present and open to God. As we explore the beautiful grounds at the Community of St. John Baptist, we will be drawing upon our connections with nature, encouraging silence and a deeper presence of God. Sketchbooks and all art supplies will be provided. Workshop fee: $45, BYO Lunch For more information and for reservations call Debra at 973-680-1769 or email dmcook67@gmail.com |
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CULTIVATING COMPASSION - a Multi-faith Conversation
Sunday June 2, 2019
2-4 PM - St. Marguerite's Retreat House Compassion is a core belief in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. How do our traditions define compassion? How are we told to behave in order to live a life of compassion for ourselves and others? We will explore texts, stories and historical examples from our faith traditions that teach compassion and discuss how contemporary society presents challenges to us as we try to live a life of compassion. Join Sister Eleanor Francis, Rabbi Debra Smith and Dr. Shabiha Sheikh for an intriguing text study and discussion. CLICK HERE for a flyer to hang in your church, school or other public area. For more information please email Sister Eleanor Francis or Rabbi Debra Smith. or call Sister Eleanor Francis at 973-543-4641 |
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Dances of Universal Peace
Saturday June 15 • 2:00-4:00 PM
In the Convent Main Chapel The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, joyous, multi-cultural circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many spiritual traditions of the earth to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and recognize it in others. Building on the work begun by Samuel L. Lewis in the 1960s, they promote peace and integration within individuals and understanding and connection within groups worldwide. There are no performers nor audience: new arrivals and old hands form the circle as everyone sings and dances together. For more information, email INTERWEAVE at information@ interweave.org • or call 908-277-2120. Or click here to visit the website for the Dances. |
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Commemoration Day
Saturday June 22, 2019 at 10:30 AM
In the Convent Main Chapel Mark the date now for our Community's annual celebration with Oblates, Associates and friends of CSJB! Celebrant and Preacher: The Rt. Rev. Robert Ihloff Bishop Assistant in the Diocese of Virginia For more information or to RSVP, email Sister Eleanor Francis at sref@csjb.org Or call 973-543=4641 x 3 |
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SUMMER SEARCH PROGRAM
Monday August 19-Wednesday August 28, 2019
For those seeking God's call in their lives A live-in with the Sisters to experience the Religious Life and an an opportunity to learn about any vocation in the church. CLICK HERE for more detailed information on the program. Contact Sister Monica Clare at: sistermonica@icloud.com or call 973-722-3197 for more information. |
Ongoing Events
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CENTERING PRAYER
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Yoga at the Convent - Every Monday
Join us Mondays from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. for gentle Yoga. St. Marguerite's Retreat House • $12 per class to benefit CSJB. Call Jill at 973-271-8952 for more information. Click here for a flyer to hang in your church or public space. |
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BEING CHRISTIAN IN AN INTER-RELIGIOUS ERA
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Labyrinth Walks
Walk our labyrinth and learn about this ancient way of prayer.
To find out when the next Labyrinth walk is happening, call Sister Barbara Jean at 973-543-4641 ext. 1 or email at srbj@csjb.org. Meets at the Convent building. |
