"Ours is the Spirit of the Eucharist, the total Gift of Self." — Saint Katharine Drexel
Our Mission
We invite homeschool mothers to a day of intentional spiritual renewal. This retreat is designed to present and practice St. Ignatius's method of interior prayer. We will reflect on questions like: how do we discern what is best for our children and their education? Where is God in our daily work? What does God desire for our home school? And how do I build our school year as to serve and praise the lord through it. We pray that this will set our hearts and minds to answer these deep questions for the months and years to come.
“Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is comfortable, and My burden is light.”
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Peace and confidence
Discover Ignatian form of interior prayer to find peace and confidence by opening your heart to the Lord's will and refining your gift of discernment.
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All homeschool mothers looking to deepen their relationship with God.
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Those who are interested in learning how to use St Ignatius's interior prayer discern God's will in their homeschool and other areas of their life.
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Anyone who has ever wondered what you should be prioritizing in your homeschool.
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Anyone who has ever felt stuck in areas and are at a loss on how to pray about them.
Who is the retreat for?
You Will Gain
Joyful Community
Connect with local mothers walking the same path, building friendships that last beyond the day.
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Practical Support
Learn how to deepen your sensitivity to hearing God speak into your daily life by spending time in silent prayer with the Lord and allowing this to shape your homeschool planning and discernment.
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Sacred Rest
Savor a day of quiet reflection, beautiful surroundings, and the permission to simply be a daughter of God.
Where We Gather
Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church
1121 228th Ave S.E. Sammamish, WA 98019
Questions? Reach out to us atatolgift@gmail.com
Cost: $20 suggested donation will cover:
- Breakfast
- A journal for your reflections
- Printed material
- Light snacks and drinks
Guest Speaker
Greg Magnoni
Greg was a member of Mary, Queen of Peace Parish for more than 20 years and is the former Director of Communications for the Archdiocese of Seattle. Greg earned his master's degree in theological studies from the University of Dallas in 2021. He completed the formation program for spiritual directors with the Oblates of the Virgin Mary in 2023 and received certification to offer the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius in 2024. He is currently a member of St. Michael Parish in Olympia, where he lives with his wife, Ann.
The Day's Journey
Welcome & Rosary
08:30 – 09:00
Mass
9:00-9:45
10:00-10:30
Breakfast
Presentation: Reflecting on the school year using "The Examen"
10:30-11:15
11:15-12:15
Silent Prayer
Break
12:15-12:30
12:30-1:15
Presentation: Meditating with Scripture
1:15-2:15
Adoration & Closing