Presenters

Paz Vital, OSB, PhD

Sister Paz has a MA Theology and Ministry at Catholic Theological Union. She is Spiritual Director, Retreat and Workshop presenter. Sister Paz loves to share her Mexican traditions, especially her experiences on the Day of the Dead. She is a Oasis & Pray Practice Facilitator.

Events with Paz Vital, OSB, PhD

Oasis 2024-2025
September 19, 2024 - May 15, 2025

Do you yearn for rest, prayer and nurturing in your busy schedule? What would your life look like if you gave yourself or/& to a beloved one two retreat opportunities at the Center, plus six quiet afternoons during the year? Silence, spiritual direction and Lectio Divina are available to aid your reflection. Every Third Thursday of the month, 1:30 pm- 7:15 pm –at the Center or Zoom Sep 19: Ch.1 Learning to Pray in Silence —Sr. Lucy Retreat: Oct 16-18 Wednesday, 7:15pm – Friday, 1:00pm at the Center Oct 17: Ch.2: The Homing Instinct of the Human Heart —Sr Anna-Camille…

Day of the Dead: Grieving Mexican Style Retreat
November 2, 2024

Day of the Dead Retreat; A weekend where we will learn the real meaning of this Festive Celebration. We will merge two ancient traditions. In the Monastic tradition; the Rule of Benedict says: “Keep death daily before your eyes”, and in the Mexican Tradition we celebrate: “Dia de los Muertos”. Join Sister Paz in this traditional adventure where you will learn how to create your own Offering altar for the Day of the Dead, and you will practice “Statio,” a solemn monastic procession. We will sing in “Spanglish”, remember our losses and see the joy in all of them.