There is a foundational connection between the Gospel messages and the spirituality of the Twelve Steps of Recovery. The Twelve Steps, rooted in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), align closely with Jesus' teachings, emphasizing honest self-examination, making amends, prayer, service, surrendering one's will, and relying on a Higher Power (God) for healing. Whether you are familiar with… Read More »Twelve Steps and the Teachings of Jesus
Workshop Full - Registration Closed In the three-day workshops, the looms are warped and ready for you upon arrival. Learn about the warp and weft and how to operate a loom. Learn some new vocabulary as you explore with color and yarns to create a sampler. Each of these workshops is limited to 5 participants.… Read More »Three-Day Beginners’ Weaving Workshop
From the first moment of her Annunciation through her life's journey as wife, mother, and widow, Mary of Nazareth embraced her pilgrimage of faith with deep trust in the God of her Magnificat. We journey with her as our mother and sister as she guides us in navigating the challenges of our life today. Facilitator:… Read More »Mary of Nazareth: Courageous Woman of Faith
Join us at Cormaria Retreat Center for an elegant afternoon High Tea hosted by our Director, Joan McGovern, and prepared by our award-winning chef and cookbook author, George Hirsch. Enjoy a welcoming crafted beverage, assorted tea sandwiches and savories, freshly baked scones and assorted pastries and sweets - all served with a selection of herbal… Read More »Afternoon High Tea
The feast of Corpus Christi serves as a reminder of when the Apostles were gathered with Jesus at the table, when bread and wine were consecrated and became the Body and Blood of Jesus. That "table of love" is the living presence of Jesus among us. The Eucharist is where Heaven touches Earth, and humanity… Read More »Do This in Remembrance of Me: The Table of Love
By the middle of June, Long Island strawberries are ready to be reveled in. Come and savor these delectable delights at Cormaria Retreat Center's Strawberry Tea. The strawberries will be complemented by a variety of homemade tea sandwiches, as well as a strawberry shortcake. Classical and contemporary tunes will add to this delightful summer afternoon.… Read More »Strawberry Tea to Benefit Cormaria Retreat Center
As we celebrate the semi-quincentennial of our country, we will take a look at some of the saints who could be known as "Patron Saints of Freedom." Each of them demonstrates in their own way how freedom is strongest when lived for others. We will focus on St. Katharine Mary Drexel, St. Damien of Molokai,… Read More »Patron Saints of Freedom: Defending Human Dignity
Sometimes we need to go for a long walk with God. Jesus told his disciples, "come and rest a while." You are invited to "come away" and discern the movements of the Spirit during this silent directed retreat. This retreat will allow you to reset and explore matters of your heart, savor moments of stillness,… Read More »Silent Directed Retreat
Learn (or refresh your knowledge of) how to plan and make a warp, dress the loom, tie it up and weave. Explore with color and texture for your project. Taught on countermarch looms (a limited number of jack looms are available on request). This workshop is limited to 4 participants. Fee: $460. Payment in full is required to… Read More »Two Week Beginners’ Weaving Workshop
We all do it. As part of our human nature, we tend to judge others—especially those who seem different from us. Somehow, we struggle to fully embrace our differences. Why is that? Perhaps it stems from our own insecurities. Journey with us as we explore what Jesus teaches in the Gospels about this very human… Read More »Guided Retreat – Do Not Judge Anyone: Reflections from the Scriptures and Desert Fathers
Sometimes we need to go for a long walk with God. Jesus told his disciples, "come and rest a while." You are invited to "come away" and discern the movements of the Spirit during this silent directed retreat. This retreat will allow you to reset and explore matters of your heart, savor moments of stillness,… Read More »Silent Directed Retreat
Join us at Cormaria Retreat Center for an elegant afternoon High Tea hosted by our Director, Joan McGovern, and prepared by our award-winning chef and cookbook author, George Hirsch. Enjoy a welcoming crafted beverage, assorted tea sandwiches and savories, freshly baked scones and assorted pastries and sweets - all served with a selection of herbal… Read More »Afternoon High Tea
