Are you longing for a deeper connection with Christ this Lenten season? Have you wondered why Jesus invites those he wishes to be close to him with the words, “Follow me”? Where does he want to lead them to?

During this retreat we will journey with Jesus to significant places during his final journey to Jerusalem. These places will reveal profoundly for you who Jesus is and illuminate your own spiritual path.

Join us for A Lenten Journey with Jesus, a seven-week retreat designed to guide you through the important sacred places of His earthly ministry, revealing the heart of God’s love, mercy, and mission for you, and transforming your relationship with the one who is both the Way and the Destination.

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What You’ll Experience

Week 1: The Journey to the Jordan: Discover Jesus as the Son of God and reflect on your identity as a child of the Father through baptism in Christ.

Week 2: The Journey to Cana: Encounter Jesus as the Bridegroom and embrace your identity as God’s Beloved.

Week 3: The Journey to Nain: Witness Jesus as the Giver of Life and reflect on the Father’s gift to us of His Life-giving Spirit can become more powerfully at work in you.

Week 4: The Journey to Nazareth: See Jesus as the rejected Prophet and recognize your calling to be a prophetic witness in our world today.

Week 5: The Journey to Capernaum: Rediscover Jesus as the Bread of Life who is broken for us, and who sustains us on the journey with the gift of himself at each Eucharist.

Week 6: The Journey to Jericho: Experience Jesus as the Healer of body and soul, and every division and by the power of his Spirit step into your role as an agent of reconciliation and healing.

Week 7: The Journey to Jerusalem: Encounter Jesus as God With Us – Emmanuel – who comes into his own Temple and through his death and resurrection and the presence of his Holy Spirit transforms us into Temples of the Living God, who embody His presence in the world.

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Why Join This Retreat?

• Deepen Your Faith: Reflect on the mysteries of Jesus’ life and ministry and grow in your understanding of His mission.
• Renew Your Heart: Prepare for Easter with a fresh perspective on God’s love, mercy, and call for your life.
• Walk with Others: Journey alongside a community of believers, sharing insights and encouragement as you grow together.
• Transform Your Life: Discover how Jesus’ journeys mirror your own experiences of faith, doubt, and transformation, and learn how to bring hope and healing to the world around you.

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How It Works

• Free Video: Each week, you’ll receive a free seven-part retreat video on the Journeys Jesus made. Access the video at your convenience and let it inspire your prayer.
• Flexible Format: Participate at your own pace, whether individually or in a small group. 

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Want to Dive Deeper?

Sign up for our unpacking the Fruits offering and benefit even more:

• Online Community: Once a week, join the Carmelite friars in prayerful reflection, going deeper into the teaching of each video presentation.

• Guided Reflections: Each week, receive guided reflections, scripture passages, and prayer prompts to help you dive deeper into the theme of the week.
• Wisdom of Carmelite Saints: Discover the wisdom of the Carmelite saint and draw practical applications to enrich your Lenten journey.