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Welcome to Franciscan Retreats
and Spirituality Center


Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center is a spiritual oasis for people of all faiths who are seeking a deeper relationship with the Almighty. Our lovely grounds, beautiful chapel and comfortable accommodations, along with the care and concern of the friars and staff provide a quiet and reflective environment for personal prayer and reflection. We are situated on 60 acres of land near the communities of Prior Lake and Savage, southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Mn.

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Spiritual Reflections

Fr. Howard Hansen

"As my thoughts turn toward the great Feast of Pentecost, I think it is a good idea for us to examine the quality of our enthusiasm. Most of the time we use this word to express the ardor, passion, pep or zip that we want in our lives and actions. But enthusiasm is a lot more than these things and I guess we could call it a Pentecost word. The word enthusiasm comes from the Greek Enthousiasmos. This Greek word comes from two words, "en" and "Theos", which mean by or from God. Enthusiasm, then, is more properly defined as a special revelation of the Holy Spirit, a strong excitement of feeling, ardor, passion, something inspiring zeal or fervor. The word enthusiasm is a very spiritual word.

We have times when we lose our enthusiasm for living or for what we are about. We become weary, bored, disillusioned, complacent. Religion, work, family, marriage, priesthood, life in general become a drudgery. We end up just going through the motions. The process of conversion back to our enthusiasm often begins or is initiated by what is called a theophany, a manifestation of God in a visible form. This is what Dietrich Bonhoeffer refers to as God wandering through the world speaking to us through our friends, family members, the poor, strangers, even enemies. This usually points out to us a solution for regaining our enthusiasm.

So – how is your enthusiasm these days for your family, your work, your relationship with God and neighbor, for life in general? If it is not quite what you would like it to be, ask the Spirit who comes to us at Pentecost for a bit of help in regaining it." 

An excerpt from Fr. Howard's daily homilies: 7th Week in Ordinary Time 2013


Judy's Gems: Favorite Recipes from Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center


Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center provides nourishing food for the body as well as the soul. Our chef, Judy Miller, serves fresh, wholesome and delicious meals that are an integral part of the retreat experience.

F
ollow this link to sample some of Judy's wonderful recipes: Judy's Gems: Favorite Recipes from Judy's Kitchen


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Franciscan International Award Dinner


The Franciscan International Award dinner was a hit. A sold out room of 400 enjoyed an evening filled with fun, stories and laughter as Gina Tupy of Prior Lake was honored for her tireless work with young Christians. Father Rick Banker, Pastor at The Church of St Michael when Gina was hired as youth director, returned to Prior Lake as co-MC for the evening.



Gina had the crowd on the edges of their seats with lively stories of starting up new youth programs,  plenty of Irish wit and a pouring out of her personal spirit filled philosophy on working with youth. Gina’s 10 year old grandson Sam Tupy wrapped up the evening with lively singing.

The FIA dinner, one of our major fundraisers, is a lovely chance to dress up a little and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends while supporting a great local cause. Thank you to all who attended. And if you didn’t make it this year consider coming to next year's dinner on Thursday May 8th of 2014. 

Franciscan Int’l Award


A Hidden Gem That Wants to be Found


The Prior Lake American featured an article on Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center in their April 20th edition. Bob Roddy, OFM Conv., Director of the Retreat Center, speaks of the many resources people discover when they attend retreats here.


A hidden gem that wants to be found.
 


Reading the Signs of our Days


Brother Bob Roddy, OFM Conv., Director of Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center, is featured in a recent newspaper column on Spiritual Reflections. Br. Bob reflects upon reading the signs of our days to help guide us in our spiritual lives. The following link will take you to this thoughtful and interesting article.

Spiritual Reflections: Reading the signs of our days

Spring 2013 Newsletter


Our Spring 2013 Newsletter contains the latest information on our retreats, an introduction to Bob Beck, Director of Marketing and Operations, details on the May 9th Franciscan International Award dinner, a profile on Corrine Kindschy, a recipe from Judy's kitchen and much more.

 

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