Retreats

MDM’s Current Retreat Schedule:

This schedule is subject to change.  Retreats may be added or cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Saturday Morning Reflection:

January 7, 2023 at 9:15am
Br. Mikael will speak on
Eschatology and the Antichrist: Reflections on Matthew 24 from Traditional and Modern Sources

(There is no fee and registration is not required.)

2022 Fall EWJ Retreats

December 8-11, 2022:  Encounter With Jesus
Men / English (Registration opens 10-7-2022)

2023 Spring EWJ Retreats

January 26-29, 2023:  Encounter With Jesus
Men / Spanish (Registration opens 11-25-2022)

February 9-12, 2023:  Encounter With Jesus
Women / English (Registration opens 12-9-2022)

March 9-12, 2023:  Encounter With Jesus
Women / Spanish (Registration opens 1-13-2023)

May 4-7, 2023:  Encounter With Jesus
Men / English (Registration opens 3-10-2023)

Please Note:  1) Each person must register individually, not as a group, so that we have contact information.  2) We cannot reserve spaces in advance of the registration opening date.  3) If a retreat is full and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please call 830-302-9707.  4) Due to limited space, we will give priority to those who have not made a prior EWJ retreat.  5) Prior retreatants wishing to make another retreat can also call 830-302-9707 to be placed on the waiting list.

In addition to the Mission’s role as a Monastery and home for the religious community, MDM functions as a sanctuary and retreat center.  The focus of our retreat apostolate is on the Person of Jesus and His Eucharistic Presence, and the hope that His Mercy gives us. This is the essence of what we hope to share through our retreats.  It is cultivated through a contemplative spirit that is simple, prayerful and encourages quiet listening to God.  It trusts in His actions, rather than emphasizing human methods, and is marked by a prophetic openness to the Holy Spirit’s communication and gifts.

Our Encounter With Jesus and Cor Jesu retreats are normally offered during the Spring and Fall semesters.  The semester’s retreat schedule will be announced in our weekly meditations, posted on this page and placed on the Mission Event Calendar located on our Schedule page.

The registration link for a particular retreat will be added above on the date as it becomes available.

For additional information about our retreats, please email retreats@missionofdivinemercy.org or call 830-302-9707.

Please Review Our ‘Appropriate Dress’ Policy Before Visiting The Mission

Retreat Testimonials

“The Encounter went very well for me.  I love that there is no pressure to be overly emotional – what a relief!  Fr. John Mary was very profound in the things that he spoke about, and I especially enjoyed his comments on not confusing faith and emotions.” – Amanda

“This was amazing, unlike any retreat experienced before.  A great, simple experience that is not flashy or highly produced is reflective of how Jesus comes to us in a manger, in the appearance of bread and that is what this retreat is…an opportunity to simply encounter Jesus.” – A

“Wonderful experience.  Deeply insightful and profoundly clear.  I learned more about myself here in three days than in the last six months of confirmation classes.  The contemplative silence allows one to delve past feelings and give assent to loving and believing in our Lord, Jesus Christ.” – John

“Mother Magdalene’s advice regarding ‘custody of the eyes’ proved immensely helpful, as it allowed me to deepen the sense of isolation (retreat).  Br. Mikael’s honest testimony meant a lot, especially to a younger man.  It helped me to make the most honest confession I may have ever made.” – Chris

“The ‘Walk with Jesus and Mary’ was a great, simple spiritual getaway for me. The booklet was really helpful.” – Emily

“I’ve been on many retreats, retreat teams, and even been a retreat director, but this was by far the most amazing experience. Often we hear ‘Be still and let God…,’ but how often do we actually do that or even know how?” – Michelle

“I know that we are asked to be silent on the retreat, but I wasn’t sure that I was going to be able to do it.  But by the first evening I felt the Holy Spirit calm my heart and I never felt restrained.  The quiet time was truly a gift.” – Gloria

“This was my first silent retreat.  I had no expectations other than to have time away with Jesus and to grow closer to Him.  This and much, much more was accomplished.” – S

“This retreat is one that will last. It isn’t a building up and then let down.  It changes hearts.” – Laurie

“I felt like I made my First Communion all over again, but even more joyful.” – Mary

“I am leaving here after the EWJ and after having gone to Confession.  I feel that I have made a true Confession and that it was a real purification for me.  I feel that God created a clean heart in me.” – Diane

Although we regrettably do not have the facilities to offer individual overnight retreats at this time, we do offer the following programs.  You can click on the button below to go directly to the individual retreat page for information.

Encounter With Jesus
Cor Jesu
Walking with Jesus and Mary
Saturday Morning Reflections
Triduum Retreat