The reality of suffering is present in all our lives. Even those who are generally happy and healthy have times when they experience loss, physical pain, and emotional distress that doesn’t make sense.
St. Francis of Assisi lived as a poor man caring for others and the earth, yet he also had much physical sickness, diminishing eye sight, and sadness about the direction of the Franciscan Order. In September 1224 this culminated in the suffering associated with receiving the wounds of Christ in his body. Yet he remained faithful to God.
This retreat provides time to talk and pray about our own suffering and that of others whom we care about. How can our faith and the support of others help us cope with pain? St. Francis was able to even write a beautiful Canticle of the Sun in the midst of his suffering. To see more details in a brochure click here.
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