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Prosit \proh-sit, -zit\ A Latin word praising God that means: “May it be for your benefit.” Traditionally used as a closing prayer during retreats at Malvern Retreat House.
May it be for your benefit
Summer/Fall 2014
Mission Possible: Renovation of St. Joseph’s Hall Underway
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rayers have been answered and many generous donations have been received; it is with great joy that Malvern Retreat House announces implementation of the renovation of St. Joseph’s Hall. Over the past several years, Malvern Retreat House’s associates and Property Committee members have conducted surveys, planned site visits, and developed plans with engineering and architectural design professionals to renovate St. Joseph’s Hall. These renovations include the addition of an elevator and eventually air conditioning, with the aim of improving safety and comfort for all retreatants. “The elevator and air conditioning will provide relief and access for our physically challenged and elderly retreatants,” said James Fitzsimmons, president of Malvern Retreat
Inside the Issue President’s Letter 2 Monsignor Marino 3 Development News 4 In the News 5 Pilgrimage to Greece 6 In the Spotlight 7 Recruitment News 9 Retreats & Events 10 A Legacy in Time 10 In Memoriam 11
House. “The site of the elevator will be located near the North stairwell exiting onto the back road.” It will make stops to the lower level, which is now hosting the gift shop, along with stops to the first and second floors. There will not be an elevator stop at the third floor, due to the small number of rooms on that floor. The renovation of St. Joseph’s Hall has been envisioned since the year 2000, when the Board of Directors planned the Capital Campaign called Founding Fathers. “The first part of this campaign was the construction of the Family Life Center, later named the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center. The next part would be the renovation of St. Joseph’s Hall, hopefully to coincide with the 100th Anniversary of Malvern Retreat House,” said Fitzsimmons. The St. Joseph’s Hall renovation will be executed in four phases. Phases 1-3 will focus on a new electrical system and an elevator. Phase 4 relates to the air conditioning and room renovations. “The funds were finally pledged and collected to complete the first three phases, and hopefully the fourth phase will follow shortly after that project is completed,” adds Fitzsimmons. Of course, it takes a team of individuals with extensive knowledge and experience to lead the St. Joseph’s Hall renovation. “Fran Barrett and I chair the Renovation Subcommittee,” said John E. Cattie, member of the Malvern Retreat House’s Board of Directors. “Fran has an extensive electrical background, and I am a project manager with a construction management company.”
Renovation Subcommittee members include James Fitzsimmons, Lou Piombino (Property Committee), Fran Barrett (Board of Directors/ Property Committee), Joe Santoleri (Property Committee), Bill Pastino (Facilities Manager at Malvern Retreat House), Jim Hall (Director of Hospitality at Malvern Retreat House), and John Cattie (Board of Directors/Property Committee). “These members have expertise in electrical, HVAC, etc., which helps us tremendously with this project,” said Cattie. Malvern Retreat House’s Executive Committee has selected F.W. Houder, Inc. as the general contractor for the renovation. So when can retreatants expect to see the St. Joseph’s Hall renovation results for themselves? All permits and approvals will be sought first before work begins, but “the project duration should be approximately six months,” said Cattie. “Though some weekdays the electricity will be shut off for needed work, there will be minimal interruption of service,” said Fitzsimmons. We look forward to the positive, long-term effects the renovation will bring to improve retreatants’ mobility and utilization of St. Joseph’s Hall, especially during the summer months.
President’s Letter Dear Retreatants: I hope that you and your family had a relaxing summer. It is such a good opportunity to spend time together and enjoy family relationships that are challenged by work obligations, social activities, children’s sports and recreational schedules, etc. Best wishes for a beautiful fall season. Great news on the recruiting front—due to more vigorous recruiting and the results of our New Evangelization efforts, ten (10) groups have increased their numbers so far this year. Thanks to Patr ick Benner, ou r Recr u it ment Manager, and all of our recruiters. Great job and let’s pray the fa l l g roups are as successful.
Cardinal Archbishop of Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Cardinal Rodriguez is the Chair of the special commission to study a plan for revising the Apostolic Constitution on the Roman Curia. Cardinal Rodriguez led the retreat for the Piarist Fathers who came from many of their missions around the world. The Piarist Fathers are the religious order that administers Devon Prep, a local Catholic High School for Boys. After the Cardinal’s visit, we hosted Father Andrew Apostoli, C.F.R., who led a retreat on Our Lady of Fatima, and Johnnette Benkovic, who hosted the 8th Annual Women of Grace Retreat. In addition, we were blessed to have Kathleen McCarthy, Jesse R omero a nd Father Robert Hilz, TOR lead our National Charismatic Retreat. What a great summer at Malvern!
Please remember the deceased members of A heartfelt thank you our Retreat House. to Eileen George, one They are listed in this of our retreat directors issue but please pray who specializes in for their souls and the d i r e c t i n g he a l i n g family and fr iends retreats. She has given President James Fitzsimmons (left) and t hey lef t behind. Cardinal Oscar Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga her last retreat at (right), the Cardinal Archbishop of Additionally, please Malvern after thirty- Tegucigalpa, Honduras. consider sending us one (31) years. Eileen the names of those who has brought thousands of retreatants to us, have passed into eternal life for our All Souls and we were blessed to have her associated Mass on Sunday, November 2nd at 10:30 a.m. with our ministry. Please pray for her and in Saint Joseph’s Chapel. A light reception we wish her many years of good health and will follow. You will receive a mailing concerning this new memorial ceremony for much happiness. our deceased. As you will read, the Board of Directors has awarded the contract for the first three (3) The Malvern Retreat House Travel Club is phases of the renovation of Saint Joseph’s back. Msgr. Joseph Marino will lead us in a Hall to Frank W. Houder, Inc. The process Pilgrimage to Greece in April 2015, following has been extensive and the funds have been in the footsteps of St. Paul. There is an article raised for this work. This work can continue in this issue, and information is also available beyond the first three phases if we can receive on our web site. Please call Msgr. or myself additional pledges and gifts. Please help us with any questions about the Pilgrimage. in our fundraising efforts to complete this We continue to reach out with new programs project by the summer of 2015. Please see for you and new retreatants. Please look at the feature article in this issue concerning the upcoming schedule of day and evening the details of the work. programs as well. I think you will be pleased We were pleased this summer to host with the offerings and contact us if you have Cardinal Oscar Andres Rodriguez Maradiaga, ideas for additional programs.
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Please join us for our Annual Communion Mass and Luncheon where we will honor Sr. Pauline McShain, the daughter of our great benefactors, John and Mary Horstmann McShain and James M. Foley, Sr., former President of Malvern and long-time CA Captain of the Saints Peter and Paul group and member of our Board of Directors. We hope to see you on November 16th for our 11:30 a.m. Mass and Luncheon. This year’s celebration will be held at our Retreat House in Upper McShain. May St. Joseph continue to bless you and your family with much happiness and good health.
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Reconciliation,
the Sacrament for the New Evangelization So what is in a name? When I was in the second grade, an IHM Sister prepared me and my classmates for the Sacrament of Confession. In time, I also learned that the same sacrament was called Penance. Now the Church refers to this sacrament as the Sacrament of Reconciliation! So, what’s with the name change? One explanation for the different names can be a matter of spiritual emphasis. When the sacrament is called Confession, the activity within the sacrament that is being emphasized is the penitent’s effort of identifying and naming one’s sins before a priest. With a slight name change, the attention is then drawn to the internal spirit of Penance that a person should embrace sorrow for one’s sins and a willingness to make reparation for the sins by prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Now, under the title of Reconciliation, the spotlight within the sacrament is squarely directed onto Jesus Christ who reconciles us to the Father. It is the saving, uniting activity of Jesus Christ in His death and Resurrection that is being brought to the foreground, which is the essence of the Sacrament.
So what do we learn by the use of three names for the same Sacrament, and what does this have to do with the New Evangelization? With deeper probing we can see that each name for the sacrament is rooted in a profound and relevant virtue, namely: honesty, humility, and gratitude. To confess one’s sins in the proper spirit of the sacrament, one must truthfully review one’s life and identify those dimensions that are not in conformity with the Gospel and a life lived in Christ. Through the power of the Sacrament of Confession, I receive the grace of God to be honest and forthright about my life, and to grow in truthfulness. This sacrament gives me the capacity to grow in the likeness of Jesus, the Way, the Truth and the Life. In turn, the virtue of humility is actively involved when I kneel before Christ and acknowledge my weakness and dependence on God alone, who desires to assist me in sinning no more and growing in a life of grace. This deep spirit of conversion, rooted in humility transforms each of us into the likeness of Christ. The reason why it requires humility is because this transformation is not within my power to do, but is a God-given gift. Humbly, the penitent willingly takes into his life the tried and true biblical disciplines for spiritual growth—prayer, fasting and almsgiving—as means for reparation for sin, and an effort to replace the evil caused by one’s sins with the goodness of God, which works in and through the humble, repentant sinner. To emphasize the importance of humility, Saint Bonaventure offers this teaching: Pride is the beginning of all sin; and equally, humility is
THE ANNUAL MASS of REMEMBRANCE All are invited to attend our Annual Mass of Remembrance honoring the deceased members of Malvern Retreat House and their loved ones:
Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014 • 1:30 pm at the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center Let us remember to keep our deceased members in our daily prayers as we all strive to bring others to Christ. RSVP: Edie Petillo at 484-321-2544 or epetillo@malvernretreat.com.
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the foundation of all virtue. In the years since the Second Vatican Council, the Church has used repeatedly the word “Reconciliation” to emphasize the redeeming activity of Jesus Christ in His death and Resurrection, which sacred action reconciled us in friendship with God the Father. In the Sacrament of Confession, Penance, and now called Reconciliation, through the power of Christ we become active participants and recipients of the Saving Work of Christ on the cross. In other words, in a very uniquely applied way, each one who receives the Sacrament of Reconciliation is personally immersed into the mercy of God through the Cross of Christ. In the intimacy of the Sacrament, Jesus gives the tangible expression of His unconditional love to each of us personally. Consequently, the one who receives the Sacrament well grows in the virtue of gratitude, daily thanking God who has blessed us in such a beautiful way! In the quest for a New Evangelization, first and foremost each and every baptized disciple must engage in the transforming grace of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Without the transforming mercy of Christ provided in this unique Sacrament, we run the risk of engaging not in the evangelizing activity of God, but in our own adventure of self-pride. The virtues of truth, humility and gratitude fermented in this Sacrament transform us in a way nothing else can into the true agents of Evangelization necessary for this age. May we abandon pride, and embrace this Sacrament of Confession, Penance and Reconciliation to be true and faithful agents of Christ’s evangelizing mercy!
ALL SOULS MASS The Malvern Retreat House community is invited to our All Souls Mass on
Sunday, November 2, 2014 • 10:30 a.m. in Saint Joseph’s Chapel. A reception with light refreshments will follow.
To RSVP and send names of your loved ones who have passed into eternal life, please contact Edie Petillo at 484-321-2544 or e-mail her at epetillo@malvernretreat.com.
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Development News Michael Norton Director of Development
LEGACY GIFTS – Five Questions What is a legacy gift?
A legacy gift is a planned future donation, given through a will or other form of designation. It is a decision that you make as part of your personal financial plan.
Why establish a legacy gift? Each person has their own reason for establishing a legacy gift. • It is a way to ensure their memory lives on. • It is a way to ensure that the designated non profit is able to continue its important work. • A legacy gift can be a very practical addition to your financial or estate plan — in most cases, the tax burden left to relatives is lifted significantly.
Why make a legacy gift to Malvern Retreat House? A legacy gift is a great way to say thank you for the impact that your beloved Retreat House has had on your life, or the life of someone you love.
By creating a legacy, you are making a significant contribution to the future sustainability of Malvern and helping to continue our mission of “bringing more people to Christ through the retreat experience.”
How do you make a legacy gift? First and foremost, take the time to consider your options carefully and plan your gift in consultation with your family, lawyer or financial and/or tax advisor. Gifts can be provided from: • Your will or estate after your lifetime • Annuity and Life Insurance • Retirement Funds If you choose to include Malvern Retreat House in your will or estate plan, your bequest is private and is known only by you, your attorney and whomever you chose to inform. Gifts from life insurance, annuities or retirement funds, like bequests, are also private and known only to you. Legacy gifts are flexible and can be changed or revoked in entirety at any time, for any reason.
What amount qualifies as a legacy gift? Gifts both large and small are important — legacy giving is not just for the wealthy. Everyone who supports Malvern Retreat House is at a different stage of his or her life and able to give at a different level. Whatever your specific situation may be, we can help you find a legacy giving option that suits your circumstances.
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Communion Mass & Luncheon
Sunday, November 16, 2014
Saint Joseph the Worker Medal Honorees: S. Pauline McShain, SHCJ & James M. Foley, Sr.
For more information about legacy gifts, please contact: Michael Norton, Development Director Phone: 484-321-2539 Email: mnorton@malvernretreat.com Website: www.MalvernRetreat.com
MEMORIAL PLAQUES Malvern Retreat House enjoys a very rich legacy of bringing people closer to Christ. This legacy can actually be experienced when quietly walking our beautiful grounds and seeing the names of loved ones memorialized on the various plaques placed throughout our buildings and grounds. At Malvern Retreat House, we provide many opportunities to honor and memorialize a beloved family member. From a Tree of Life leaf to a Founders Walk brick, to a room dedication or the naming of a Station of the Cross, you can find the perfect opportunity to honor your loved one and continue his/ her legacy here at Malvern. For more information and a complete list of our naming opportunities, please call Michael Norton, Director of Development, at (484) 321-2539 or by e-mail at mnorton@malvernretreat.com.
Please join us as we award the St. Joseph the Worker Medal to S. Pauline McShain, SHCJ and James M. Foley, Sr. at our Annual Communion Mass and Luncheon on Sunday, November 16, 2014. This award recognizes individuals committed to the highest professional st a nd a rd s, who h ave reac hed significant achievements and have the strongest moral compass reflecting his or her Catholic faith. For more information, tickets, and sponsorship opportunities, please call Edie Petillo at 484-321-2544 or e-mail epetillo@malvernretreat.com.
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Malvern Retreat House has buried a time capsule into our grounds commemorating our 100th Anniversary (1912-2012). Located in front of St. Joseph’s Hall, the time capsule is expected to be opened in the year 2112 so everyone can look at historical MRH memorabilia.
In the News Former CIA Director, R. James Woolsey, Attends Retreat at Malvern Just before Thanksgiving last year, former Director of the CIA, James Woolsey, attended the Knights of Immaculata Retreat held at MRH. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1941, Mr. Woolsey attended public schools before earning a BA in 1963 from Stanford University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. He followed this with an MA from Oxford University, attending as a Rhodes Scholar, and then earned a Law degree from Yale. During his years of government service, Mr. Woolsey held five different Presidential appointments, serving 4 Presidents (Carter, Reagan, George H.W. Bush and Clinton). His last assignment was CIA Director from 1993 to 1995 under Bill Clinton. We asked Mr. Woolsey a few questions following his retreat. Here is what he said: QUESTION: Our readers wou ld be ver y interested to learn about your faith life. What is your faith background? WOOLSEY: I may have been the only Presbyterian on the retreat, but I’ve always been attracted to Catholic views and the tradition of preserving rationality in religion, and the principles that underlie the teachings. I thought Fr. James McCurry did an especially good job of that in his conferences. QUESTION: What gave you the desire to attend a retreat? WOOLSEY: One of my business partners is a devout Catholic, and she mentioned it to me. QUESTION: What were your conclusions after attending the Knights of Immaculata Retreat? WOOLSEY: First of all, Malvern is a beautiful place to stroll around and think big thoughts. I was struck by the attendees of the retreat. It was quite memorable, a delightful experience really. We had very interesting discussions on a number of issues, for example, the Big Bang Theory. You don’t often get an opportunity to sit around with
bright and able people to discuss, think about and ruminate about such things. Also, I’ve read a couple of books on evolution, and some have views that evolution occurred over the course of millions of years, and others hold that it occurred over a small time frame. These issues came up in several of our sessions and it was interesting to be involved in conversation with people who have views in evolution and others who believe in a divine role. It was uniquely intellectual, challenging and thought provoking. I actually think we shouldn’t call it a retreat – we should call it an advance! It was so energizing that it inspires you to go out and do something useful with it. QUESTION: Did your faith help you in your career? WOOLSEY: In the intelligence business, you really have one overarching job – telling it straight to the best of your ability. People have a tendency to want you to spin things. But you have to make sure you level with people, and have to be careful not to say things that you would like to be the case, rather than what is really happening. My faith helped in situations like that – helped me call it straight. Either call it straight, or get another job. QUESTION: Anything else you’d like to add? WOOLSEY: When I was in the CIA, I was living and trying to make decisions while sprinting. I’m a venture capital investor and consultant now – not under that kind of time pressure now. My favorite part of Fr. McCurry’s conferences was the information he would present, and then I could talk to him about it afterward, raising issues and discussing things further. I appreciated that he was open to discussion about the points he raised in his talks. The whole experience was really first rate! Mr. Woolsey currently serves on numerous government, corporate and non-profit boards and lectures on energy, foreign affairs, defense and intelligence. He is married to Suzanne Haley Woolsey and lives near Annapolis, MD. They have three sons and two grandchildren.
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Annual Night of Awards Honors Retreatants
Rocco and Barbara Martino (Villanova, PA) happily received the John J. Ferreck Award at Malvern Retreat House’s Twenty-Third Annual Night of Awards for their contributions towards our Young Adult Ministry. From Left to Right: James Fitzsimmons, Rocco and Barbara Martino, Joseph M. Nardi III, and Msgr. Joseph Marino.
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alvern Retreat House’s Twenty-Third Annual Night of Awards was held in the Memorial Hall Dining Room on Wednesday, April 30. Fifteen awards were bestowed on the following individuals and families for their contributions, leadership and service for the advancement of Malvern’s retreat apostolate: James M. McMonagle, Sr. (Retiring Board Member), Earl E. Ebling (Chairman’s Award), Francis T. Foti, Sr. (Chairman’s Award), Ronald J. Gantz, Sr. (Chairman’s Award), Arnold C. Klein (Chairman’s Award), Brian K. McCormick (Chairman’s Award), James McGlone (Kathleen M. Perri Award), Carmen DiGiandomenico (John J. Sullivan Award), Jerome G. Wagner, Jr. (John J. Sullivan Award), Reverend Joseph Breighner (Outstanding Service Award), Leonard DiPaul (Outstanding Service Award), Mr. & Mrs. Charles and Katie Knott (Outstanding Service Award), Kenneth Johnston (Joseph F. O’Donnell C.A. Captains Hall of Fame Award), Dr. Rocco & Mrs. Barbara Martino (John J. Ferreck Award), and Francis S. Barrett, Jr. (William M. Lennox Award). In addition, sixteen (16) Men of Malvern were awarded for their 50-year milestone in retreat attendance: William J. Berna, Ronald V. Caputo, John C. Cavallaro, Sr., William J. Daley, Nicholas Forgione, H. Nelson Freidly, Jr., Patrick S. Healey, Gaetano N. Iaquinto, Rocco V. Lubrano, Venturi B. Maddesi, Edward F. Mooney, Paul C. Peterson, David J. Pomanto, Ralph L. Sergi, Nicholas J. St. Mary, and William A. Szabo. We are grateful for their dedication and continued support as we minister to the spiritual needs of retreatants.
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In the News Men and Women in Transition Discover God’s Love on Retreat men to draw closer to God. This overnight retreat took place from May 21-22, 2014, with male participants from St. John’s Hospice and the Bethesda Project. The retreat theme, “Finding God in Our Human Experience; Identifying Our Connecting Yarn and Meaning in Life,” allowed 40 men to share their hardships and positive life moments, unite in fellowship with one another, and discover God’s constant presence in their lives.
Female retreatants and leaders of the inaugural Women in Transition Retreat gathering for a group picture outside the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center at Malvern Retreat House.
“God is good—all the time. All the time—God is good!”
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his was the powerful mantra proclaimed throughout a retreat for Women in Transition, hosted at Malvern Retreat House (MRH). Later in the week MRH hosted the 4th Annual Men in Transition Retreat, which helped them to find God in their human experiences. These spiritual retreats provided men and women inspiration, guidance, strength, and hope as they look to lead productive lives with God’s love. This year marks the inaugural Women in Transition Retreat. The retreat theme, “Knock, Knock! Who’s There? Naming, Claiming, and Proclaiming,” symbolized the opportunity for female retreatants to acknowledge what needs healing in their lives and how to become their best selves with God’s healing love. This retreat, which occurred from May 19-20, 2014, included 53 women and was sponsored by Malvern Retreat House, along with the coordination of the Philadelphia Archdiocese’s Catholic Social Services. Like the Women in Transition Retreat, the 4th Annual Men in Transition Retreat provides a pleasant, spiritually enriching opportunity for
Both retreats were held in the McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center at Malvern Retreat House. They were provided at no cost through the generosity of the Malvern Retreat House Golf Classic, which raises funds each year for Malvern Cares, an internal fund that provides retreat opportunities for formerly homeless men and women transitioning back into the community. The positive effects of these retreats will remain close to retreat leaders and volunteers’ hearts. “One person did thank me for ‘giving me my Jesus back,’” said Sr. Jane Nesmith, one of the Women in Transition retreat leaders from Mercy Hospice. “She said she used to have a wonderful daily life with Jesus, but had somehow lost it over the years. What a blessing!”
Male retreatants bonding over their similarities and stronger relationships with God during the Men in Transition Retreat at Malvern Retreat House.
Jason Cannon, a volunteer with the Men in Transition Retreat, leading one of the conferences and connecting with participants.
Malvern Travel Club Announces Pilgrimage to Greece Do you enjoy traveling and growing closer to God throughout your journey?
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fter a few years of inactivity, the Malvern Travel Club ( M TC ) h a s a n nou nced a planned pilgrimage to Greece from April 14-25, 2015. The pilgrimage will be led by our rector, Monsignor Joseph Marino. Monsignor Marino is a seasoned international traveler and has participated in pilgrimages to many of the holy sites of Christendom.
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The Malvern Travel Club was founded by Dave White in the late 1990s; throughout the years the MTC sponsored numerous trips to Europe and the Holy Land. The itinerary for the 12-day pilgrimage follows the footsteps of St. Paul. Explore Athens, the island of Mykonos, Ephesus, the islands of Crete and Santorini, Thessaloniki, Kalambaka, and much more.
Msgr. Marino will celebrate Mass within some of the most historic churches and religious sites in Greece. For further details about this incredible opportunity, visit our website at MalvernRetreat. com. You may also contact our president, James Fitzsimmons, at 484-321-2525, or Msgr. Joseph Marino at 484-321-2545.
In the News Catholic Singles Retreat Teaches Prayer and True Love Conferences focused on the following topics: Prayer, Spirituality, and our Relationship with God; The Pathway to Love: How to Find & Keep HappilyEver-After; Confession and God’s Love; The Pathway to Love: Part Two; Jesus and the Meaning of Life; The Eucharist; Vocations; How to Live in an Unholy World: Living Without Compromise.
Retreat director, Bryan Mercier, interacts with participants during a conference at the Catholic Retreat for Singles.
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ingle men and women of all ages received the opportunity to discover how God is calling them to live through His will at the Catholic Retreat for Singles, held at Malvern Retreat House’s McShain-Horstmann Family Life Center from June 27-29, 2014. Led by Fr. Steve DeLacy, Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of
Philadelphia, and Bryan Mercier, a contributor with CatholicMatch Institute, this retreat included inspiring conferences, faith-sharing discussions, Mass, Holy Hour, Eucharistic Adoration, social activities, and much more. This spiritual retreat weekend, co-sponsored by CatholicMatch Institute, allowed participants to discern God’s voice while taking time away from daily cares and worries.
This retreat revealed what single people need to know about the pathway to love in relationships, from attraction to marriage. It shared the meanings and foundations of love, trust, and truth, as well as the importance of two individuals growing closer to God, indicating a healthy relationship. Due to the success of this life-changing retreat and joy from participants, Malvern Retreat House looks forward to hosting another Catholic Retreat for Singles in the summer of 2015. To learn more details about this retreat, call our Main Office at 610-644-0400 or look for details soon at MalvernRetreat.com.
Charismatic Retreat Becomes a Life-Changing Weekend
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ed by EWTN’s Jesse Romero, In His Sign’s Kathleen McCarthy, and Fr. Robert Hilz, T.O.R., this powerful weekend inspired retreatants to grow deeper in the Catholic faith through the Charismatic Renewal. The retreat included conferences, music by Amanda Deo and the Embers, Masses, praise and worship, praying the rosary, participating in the Divine Mercy Chaplet, a powerful healing service with Anointing of the Sick, Benediction, Adorat ion, fa it h-shar ing discussions, and social time. According to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Renewal vision statement, this renewal “invites all people to experience the Holy Spirit, who opens us to a lifechanging relationship with Jesus Christ and the love of the Father. The
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Spotlight with Walt Hart
What is your official job title? I am a part-time mid-week Hospitality Coordinator. How many years have you worked at Malvern Retreat House? Nine years, starting after retiring from my career in the power industry. My mother-in-law worked at MRH after emigrating from Italy in 1957, and my wife of 41 years, Silvana, waitressed here while she attended Bishop Shanahan High School. What are your job responsibilities? I handle liturgical, room and audio/ visual set-ups for retreat groups, and assist with office responsibilities. What do you enjoy most about your current job at MRH? Interacting with high school students on Kairos Retreats and giving tours of our beautiful grounds and facilities. What are your favorite movies and TV shows? The Godfather (I and II), The Buddy Holly Story, American Graffiti and Jersey Boys. On TV I like Jeopardy, Antiques Roadshow and 60 Minutes.
Charismatic retreatants participate in an inspiring conference led by retreat director Jesse Romero.
Holy Spirit empowers us for personal holiness, renewed Catholic life, and evangelization.”
PA, has been active in the Charismatic Renewal Movement and healing ministry since his ordination in 1970.
Jesse Romero, a former kick-boxer and founder of On Fire Evangelization, preaches to audiences throughout the world on Standing Up for Jesus. Kathleen McCarthy, president of In His Sign Radio Network, is a renowned preacher for over four decades with healing gifts. Fr. Robert Hilz, TOR, a Franciscan Friar based in Loretto,
Retreatants and directors enjoyed their time at Malvern. “Without a doubt, Malvern Retreat House feels like holy ground,” said Romero. “The atmosphere is absolutely conducive for healing, deliverance and growing in the interior life and holiness. Malvern Retreat House is a gift to Catholics living on the East Coast.”
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What is your favorite book? My Class of 1972 Villanova Yearbook! Who are your favorite singers or bands? Buddy Holly, Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band, and the Duprees. What activities do you like to do when you are away from work? I am the lead singer of the oldies rock band “Webb.” I also enjoy surf fishing on Sanibel Island, Florida. And I am an avid follower of Wildcat football and basketball.
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In the News Retreat Inspires Young Adults to Be Modern Day Apostles Hour, free time, small and large group faithsharing discussions, and Mass.
The majority of this year’s Young Adult Retreatants from May 30-31, 2014, gathering for a group picture outside of Our Lady’s Hall.
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his year’s annual Young Adult Retreat helped men and women in their 20s and 30s discover the New Evangelization’s meaning, and how to demonstrate its mission in their daily lives. “The New Evangelization—I Believe, and Therefore, Speak…” was held from May 30-31, 2014, in Our Lady’s Hall at Malvern Retreat House. The overnight retreat included an energizer & icebreaker, three inspiring conferences, evening prayer, a powerful candlelight procession to the Grotto while praying the rosary, morning prayer, Holy
Successful Annual Spring Clean-Up Day
“The future of our church, our country, and our civilization rests with the youth of today. They will inherit the accomplishments and the problems of today,” said Dr. Rocco L. Martino, benefactor of Malvern Retreat House’s Young Adult Ministry, as well as chairman and CEO of CyberFone Technologies, Inc. “It is not too soon for them to become aware of and involved in some of the major issues of today that will undoubtedly affect their lives, and those of their future families.” The fifty-five young adult retreatants in attendance were pleasantly surprised to participate in silence from 9 p.m. on Friday evening until noon on Saturday afternoon. Then on Saturday afternoon, when the young adults were able to engage in conversation and fellowship, they shared ideas regarding ways to place the New Evangelization’s mission into action. “One of the main reasons I chose Malvern for this spiritual retreat was to connect with other Catholic young adults from the Philadelphia area prior to my move from Washington, D.C.,”
said Carolyn Dombrowski. “The greatest periods of growth in my relationship with God have been through the inspiration of His followers, and I hoped to find that sense of community during the retreat. I met several amazing young adults at Malvern, and I look forward to continuing fellowship with the friends I made when I make my new home in Philadelphia.” Malvern Retreat House’s Young Adult Ministry was overjoyed to see how participants grew personally and spiritually at this year’s retreat. “It was refreshing to witness the zeal and passionate responses from the retreatants during the forum titled Living the New Evangelization in Action,” said Patrick Benner, Recruitment Manager at Malvern Retreat House, and Chair of the Young Adult Ministry. “Every retreatant exuded with fervor and great ideas regarding how they can reach out to family members, friends and local neighbors who are lukewarm to the faith. They understand our time is now; not tomorrow.” For more details about Malvern Retreat House’s Young Adult Ministry, call 610-644-0400 or visit us online at MalvernRetreat.com.
Evening of Reflection Strengthens Bonds Among Fathers and Daughters Many fathers and daughters enjoyed an annual Evening of Reflection at Malvern Retreat House on June 8, 2014, strengthening their relationships with each other and God. Led by Fr. Christopher Walsh, this evening included dinner, a conference on how we can spend eternal life with God, quiet time, and Mass.
After the harsh winter weather we endured, it was time to restore and beautify our grounds for spring and summer. On Sunday, May 18, 2014, twenty volunteers arrived at Malvern Retreat House from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. to help plant flowers and remove any debris from pathways and driveways. They also removed sticks and larger-size branches along Path B, as well as the Upper and Lower Entrances. We appreciate their compassionate service, energy, and enthusiasm.
“It is always good when the children of God gather for prayer and reflection. It was clear the dads enjoyed sharing the blessings of Malvern with their daughters,” said Fr. Walsh. “Everyone seemed engaged, enjoyed meeting new people, and were generous in the praise of God at Mass that evening.” Fr. Walsh adds, “I am confident that God rejoiced in the gathering that gave Him praise, but also allowed others to hear the invitation to greater holiness of life.” All fathers and daughters are invited to experience next year’s Father/Daughter Evening of Reflection, which will be held on June 7, 2015.
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To learn about ways you can volunteer at Malvern Retreat House, please call our Main Office at 610-644-0400 or visit our website at www.MalvernRetreat.com.
In the News Malvern Retreat House Testimonials Q&A Conducted by Patrick Benner Two recruiters bring at least 25 retreatants each year to Malvern Retreat House. If you struggle to bring more than one retreatant each year, you know how difficult this is to achieve. I had the pleasure of talking to Carmen DiGiandomenico (Our Lady of Fatima) residing in Towson, Maryland (formerly lived in Loveland, Ohio), and Jerome Wagner (Christus Rex) from Jarrettsville, Maryland, regarding ways they have been able to bring so many men on retreat with them from such a long distance. DiGiandomenico: I lead a Men-In-Balance NonDenominational Men’s Discussion Group. The group is made up of Catholics, Protestants and other religions. There are three main pieces to my Recruiting Efforts: First: We build relationships, where we foster fellowship to the point where we truly trust each other.
Recruiting TIP! Malvern Retreat House’s top recruiters have at least one trait in common—they are all part of a group that meets monthly, at least, to challenge each other to remain rooted in prayer and foster fellowship for one another. These groups cement relationships of trust and accountability. These men and women understand and know the importance of
Second: I start my recruiting in February, a month after retreat. I have a hit-list of people I want to bring and the goals I want to accomplish. And I stick to this hit-list for the rest of the year. I have a specific plan and I don’t procrastinate. Third: When I recruit, I share my Malvern experience from the heart. I don’t use any literature or video. I personally have found that people are more appreciative when I share the benefits I’ve received from the retreat experience. People are more willing to give it a try. And then the retreat experience sells itself. Wagner: Years ago I joined the Holy Name Society. Every month we have some sort of gathering. Great friendships have formed through those meetings. Then, going up to Malvern each year is really like a pilgrimage for us, which really appeals to us. Once you arrive, the Retreat House sells itself, the grounds are so beautiful. When you drive through the gates, you know you are on sacred ground and it changes your mood. Lastly, I make sure the people I call book the retreat date in their schedule well in advance.
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a personal relationship with Christ and a supportive relationship for each other in one’s faith journey. The people in these groups have earned the trust of many in their group, family, parish and local community. Establishing this trust allows them to bring many friends and family members to the Malvern Retreat House.
A Warm Welcome to… Ed Lonesome Malvern Retreat House is pleased to welcome Ed Lonesome as a permanent part-time employee in our housekeeping department. Ed, of West Philadelphia, began working as a temporary employee at the Retreat House in 2010, and officially became an MRH associate on May 1, 2014. We look forward to his presence more often on our grounds.
Farewell Beth Racine Malvern Retreat House bid farewell to Beth Racine, Director of Sales & Marketing, on May 30, 2014. She is now the Director of Communications at the Miraculous Medal Shrine in Philadelphia, PA. We appreciate Beth’s creative ideas and achievements with the Retreat House since November 2012, and extend our best wishes for her communications career.
Speakers Bureau Creates Consistent Malvern Message for Recruiters
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ith over 170 speakers signed up to educate the tri-state community and beyond on the Malvern Retreat House, the Speakers Bureau has been revitalized and is ready to meet periodically throughout the year. The first meeting was held on July 17, 2014. The Malvern Speakers Bureau is a core group of recruiters who are available to speak, on behalf of the Malvern Retreat Experience, to parish communities or any group interested in making a retreat. The Speakers Bureau offers the
opportunity to educate the public on life-changing retreats for more than 100 years. The goal of the meeting was to unify a broad base of recruiters in delivering a consistent and clear message of the Malvern Retreat House to the tri-state area and beyond. Patrick Benner, Recruitment Manager at Malvern Retreat House, and recruiters crafted an amalgamated message of Malvern during the meeting so everyone is consistent on the mission of Malvern. The central themes that resulted from our discussion are the following:
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We come to Malvern Retreat House to: 1.) S tep away from daily life and step into the silence with God, 2.) Revive and deepen our relationship with Christ, 3.) Make sense of God’s will for us, and 4.) R efresh to share the Good News with others. These are the messages we need to communicate whenever we are speaking on behalf of Malvern Retreat House.
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A Legacy in Time
Retreats & Events September 5-7 | Nativity BVM Men of Malvern Fr. Michael Shea, C.M. 5-7 | Matt Talbot #107 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 11 | Women’s Evening of Reflection Sr. Marie Michele Donnelly, RSM 12-14 | St. Joseph Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div. Fr. Michael Callaghan, C.M. 12-14 | Cana Retreat for Married Couples Fr. John Trigilio, PhD, ThD 19-21 | Our Lady of Peace Women of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div. 25 | Day of Reflection for Recent Widows and Widowers Deacon David Schaffer 26-28 | Matt Talbot #34 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 29-Oct. 3 | Catholic Writers’ Retreat For Men and Women Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div.
October 7-9 | Pope John XXIII Men of Malvern Fr. Leonard N. Peterson 10-12 | Matt Talbot #8 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 10-12 | Prosit Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div. 14-16 | Our Lady of Confidence For Men and Women with Disabilities TBD 16 | EnCourage: A Night of Encouragement and Spiritual Direction Fr. Philip G. Bochanski, C.O. MA., M.Div. 17-19 | Atlantic City Knights of Columbus Auto Club Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div.
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The Laymen’s Retreat League congratulates the following Men of Malvern on having achieved these anniversary milestones. Our prayer is that they return year after year to Malvern Retreat House.
70-Year Retreatants Mr. Louis F Twardowski
60-Year Retreatants Mr. James W Carle, Sr.
50-Year Retreatants Mr. Paul T Fraatz, Jr. H Nelson Freidly, Jr, Mr. Donald A Ciancio Mr. Mario Gregorio Mr. John T Maxwell Mr. John F Endres Mr. Salvatore Sori Mr. Donald F McAvoy, Jr.
25-Year Retreatants Mr. John Berezny, Jr. Mr. James D Brown Mr. James P Corcoran Mr. F Richard Dunn Mr. Francis J Kennedy Mr. Joseph W Legenstein Mr. Joseph A Radwanski Mr. Timothy A Siegrist Mr. Vincent N DeCerchio Mr. Charles Z Beck Mr. Richard D Joyce Mr. John F Kappauf, Jr. Mr. Joseph J Gorka Mr. Edward S Bernatowicz Mr. Robert J Gilkin, Jr. Mr. Joseph A Grosso Mr. Anthony B Coco Mr. John P Destefanis Mr. Edward J Foy Mr. Richard Gibbons Mr. Edward J Jarasz Mr. Robert F Horn Mr. Joseph L Mallon, Sr. Mr. Frank J Sobieski Mr. Thomas B Dipaolo Mr. James J Logue Mr. Martin R McCabe Mr. Henry Sammartino Rev. Mr. Philip J Killian Mr. Anthony Soska
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May
Archbishop Fitzmaurice
June
Our Lady of Lourdes
April April May May May May May June
Most Blessed Sacrament Palm Sunday Archbishop Fitzmaurice League of the Sacred Heart League of the Sacred Heart Mid-May Mid-May Six-Three
April April April April April April April April April May May May May May May May May May May May May June June June June June June June June June
Most Blessed Sacrament Most Blessed Sacrament Most Blessed Sacrament Palm Sunday Palm Sunday Palm Sunday Palm Sunday Palm Sunday Celebration of Christ's Holy Passion Archbishop Fitzmaurice Archbishop Fitzmaurice Archbishop Fitzmaurice League of the Sacred Heart Mid-May Mid-May Mid-May St. Pius X St. Pius X St. Pius X St. Pius X St. Pius X Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Six-Three Six-Three Six-Three Six-Three Six-Three Our Lady of Lourdes
V In Memoriam We remember the lives of the beloved members of the Malvern Retreat House community who passed away between August 2013 and July 2014. Please keep them and their families in your prayers.
Archbishop Fitzmaurice Mr. Joseph A Capaci 12/9/13 Mr. John C Carney, Sr. 7/9/14 Mr. Daniel Murray 3/18/14 Mr. John F Murray, Sr. 1/6/14 Atlantic City K of C Auto Club Mr. Dante G Bontempo 4/13/14 Mr. William A Muller 2/25/14 Ave Maria Mr. John I Rigolizzo 12/17/13 Mr. Patrick J Sylvester 12/26/13 Caenaculum Hon. Anthony J DeFino 11/24/13 Mr. John P Gilligan 8/5/13 Mr. Joseph C Lepone, Sr. 8/7/13 Mr. Joseph Tolomeo 11/20/13 Dr. John J Wasniewski, Jr. 10/22/13 Mr. Dick Zielinski 7/22/14 Celebration of Christ's Holy Passion Hon. Joseph T Labrum, Jr. 9/5/13 Mr. Joseph F McElwee 4/22/14 Dr. George C Morelli 6/7/14 Chester County Dr. Stephen J Bacino 5/13/14 Mr. William B Valocchi 8/4/13 Dr. Furey Memorial Group Mr. John S Piontkowski 3/26/14 Epiphany Mr. Biase (Bill) A Desanto 2/17/14 Mr. Henry B Murphy 8/8/13 Holy Family Mr. Patrick J McNulty 2/27/14 Mr. William T Walsh 12/19/13 Holy Rosary/West Catholic Mr. William J O'Brien, Jr. 11/12/13 Mr. Rudy E Pileggi 7/8/14 Holy Spirit Mr. Carmen A Polito 12/19/13 Immaculate Conception Mr. Edward Burns 5/5/14 Mr. Edward J Dixon 5/11/14 Dr. Kevin Harris 7/28/14 In His Sign Miss Joanne Ried 2/1/14 L. J. Ferdinand/Hazleton Mr. Michael F Arlotto 10/26/13 Mr. Thomas Daniels 5/13/14 Mr. Michael V DeNoia 11/9/13 Mr. Vincent J Rosato 8/17/13 Mr. Edward C Scarp 11/29/13 League of the Sacred Heart Mr. William J Daley 5/17/14 Legion of Mary Mr. Robert J Sewell 1/6/14 Matt Talbot #34 and #57 Mr. Thomas Goodwin 1/1/14 Mid-May Mr. William H Kelly 3/15/14
Most Blessed Sacrament Mr. Louis Leonetti, Jr. Mr. W Robert Wickard Nativity B.V.M. Mr. Gerard G Bernhardt Mr. John T D'Orazio Mr. Joseph J Fauzio Mr. Bertram F Molz Mr. George R Prutky Our Lady of Fatima Mr. James J Fitzpatrick Mr. William F Lyons, Jr. Mr. Nicholas J Sipa, Jr. Our Lady of Lourdes Mr. Richard B Monteiro Mr. Paul J Rigby Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Mr. Anthony Totarella Our Lady of Peace Mrs. Margaret Long Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mr. John A Stoudt, Jr. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Mr. Francis W. Doherty Mr. Joseph Olshefski Mr. Joseph A Plower Our Lady Queen of Peace Mr. Willard M Bickel Mr. Donald R Greig Palm Sunday Mr. Patrick A Autrey Mr. John A Skubon Peco/Good Shepherd Mr. Raymond H Kenney, Jr. Mr. Robert E Nealis Mr. Anthony D Sloan Pope John Paul II Mr. Joseph E Prestipino Priests' Preached Retreat Rev. Sidney C. Burgoyne Rev. James P McKelvey
Prosit 5/20/14 Mr. John J Prendergast, Sr. 1/27/14 Mr. Joseph F Scavetti Mr. Emanuel J Stewart 8/15/13 Six-Three 12/15/13 1/4/14 Mr. Sebastian Agnese 10/6/13 Mr. Frederick DelGrosso 12/20/13 Mr. Joseph F Hellenbrand Mr. Gabriel Muscella 2/6/14 Ss. Peter and Paul 11/4/13 Mr. Louis C Flanagan 7/10/14 Mr. Joseph A Palermo Mr. James W Roland 7/5/14 St. Blaise 1/30/14 Mr. Ronald J Gantz, Jr. 12/31/13 Deacon Steven Santoleri St. Joseph 8/17/13 Austin J Noonan, D.C. Mr. Carmen Pungitore, Sr. 6/18/14 St. John Neumann Mr. Robert Carter 2/12/14 Mr. Joseph C Gorman 2/28/14 Mr. Martin F Jennings 12/17/13 Mr. Neil S Llewellyn 4/23/14 Mr. Warren F Manuel 6/28/14 Mr. John M McVeigh, Sr. Mr. Peter A Pacitti 3/21/14 Mr. Walter M Raitter 4/8/14 St. Padre Pio Mr. Samuel J Corea 12/26/13 Mr. Albert J Giardinelli 2/13/14 Mr. Thomas J Werner 12/19/13 St. Pius X 7/20/14 Mr. Theodore J Daddario Mr. John L Venuti 12/6/13 Thanksgiving I.H.M. 10/8/13 Mr. Camillo D'Ambrosio
Joseph A. Palermo, Co-Captain of the Saints Peter and Paul Group, died on June 26. Joe was a 58-year retreatant with the group and an active recruiter at his Mary, Mother of the Redeemer (MMR) parish in Montgomeryville, PA. A native of Germantown, Joe believed that recruiting was a year-round job. He had his own display at the narthex of MMR, where he met and greeted parishioners throughout the year, always inviting them to the Saints Peter and Paul Retreat for the third week of January. Joe also served the League as a member of the Retreat Committee.
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4/14/14 9/18/13 11/29/13 8/6/13 4/12/14 1/27/14 9/4/13 12/20/13 6/26/14 10/1/13 12/31/13 9/13/13 3/30/14 5/15/14 2/7/14 9/8/13 8/10/13 4/20/14 2/6/14 6/28/14 9/23/13 3/17/14 4/16/14 7/18/14 1/30/14 6/17/14 3/29/14 11/13/13
William J. Daley, long time Co-Captain of the League of the Sacred Heart Group, died on May 17, 2014. Bill was a legend at the Philadelphia Police Highway Patrol where he trained highway patrol officers to drive motorcycles for many years. Bill’s officers were famous for their precision drills as part of the Hero Scholarship Show. Inspector Jack Maxwell said, “President Kennedy said if he became President, Bill’s team could lead the inaugural parade, and he did!” Bill was a 50-year retreatant with his League of the Sacred Heart Group, which consists of police and firefighters. Bill’s dedication to his group will long be remembered at Malvern.
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26th Annual DON GALLAGHER MEMORIAL
Golf Outing
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Monday, Oct. 6, 2014
Sandy Run CC
11:00 AM Registration 12:30 PM Tee-Off Sandy Run Country Club 200 East Valley Greene Road Oreland, PA 19075
Individual & Corporate Sponsorships Available New this year – Sponsor a priest or religious to show your appreciation! For more information about sponsorships or to register, please visit www.MalvernRetreat.com or contact Edie Petillo at 484-321-2544 or email epetillo@malvernretreat.com
17-19 | Matt Talbot #19 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 17-19 | Our Lady of the Rosary Family Retreat For families with young children, teens, and even grandparents Fr. William Gaffney, CSsR 24-26 | Christus Rex Men of Malvern Fr. Charlie Smiech, OFM Fr. Michael Callaghan, C.M. 31-Nov. 2 | Legion of Mary (silent) For Men & Women Legion of Mary members only
November 6 | End of Life Concerns: Preparing for Eternal Life Steve Bozza
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7-9 | Ave Maria Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div. 7-9 | Matt Talbot #48 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 14-16 | Dr. Furey Memorial Men of Malvern Fr. Dennis O’Donnell, PhD
April 14-25, 2015 Sponsored by the Malvern Travel Club For more details, visit malvernretreat.com or call Jim Fitzsimmons at 484-321-2525 or Msgr. Marino at 484-321-2545
PO Box 315 Malvern, PA 19355-0315 Phone: (610) 644-0400 Fax: (610) 644-4363 Email: mail@MalvernRetreat.com
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14-16 | Matt Talbot #66 Recovery Retreat for Men A spiritual retreat for recovering alcoholics 21-23 | Knights of Immaculata Men of Malvern Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC 21-23 | Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Formerly known as the November Women’s Group Women of Malvern Fr. Simeon Gallagher, OFM, Cap. 28-30 | Thanksgiving, IHM Fr. Joseph Breighner
December 3 | Advent Day of Recollection For men, women, and couples Fr. William Dean 5-7 | Immaculate Conception Men of Malvern Msgr. Thomas Morgan Deacon Michael Pascarella, Jr. 7 | Blessing Tree Ceremony For men, women, married couples, families, and youth 12-14 | Sons of Italy Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div.
January 2015 9-11 | Epiphany Men of Malvern Msgr. Michael Mannion, S.T.L., M.A. Fr. Michael Callaghan, C.M. 9-11 | Serenity Retreat Recovery Retreat for Women affected by the disease of addiction Rev. Joe Pack Arnold 16-18 | Our Lady of Fatima Men of Malvern Msgr. Joseph Marino, MA., M.Div. 23-25 | Ss. Peter and Paul Men of Malvern Fr. William Gaffney, CSsR Fr. Raphael Bonanno 30-Feb. 1 | Holy Spirit Men of Malvern Fr. Len Peterson Fr. Michael Callaghan, C.M.
Interested in joining a retreat? For more information, please visit our website at www.MalvernRetreat.com or call (610) 644-0400 or email mail@malvernretreat.com