PSC Programs
Contemplative Prayer
Each Thursday at 7pm, and on the second Saturday of each month from 9-11:30am, novice and seasoned sitters alike gather for a time of silent meditation. Rooted in Christian mysticism and Zen meditation, this program invites participants into stillness to settle into the ground of their being. Join us for a reflection, chants, and silent […]
Gift Certificates
Give the Gift of Peace and Tranquility: A gift certificate to the Peace & Spirituality Center provides a unique opportunity for someone you care about to experience peace, reflection, and renewal in a serene and sacred environment. Whether it’s used for an overnight retreat, a day retreat, or as a contribution toward one of our many […]
Your First Visit: Contemplative Prayer Thursdays
New to Contemplative Prayer? We’d Love to Welcome You. Contemplative Prayer takes place every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. from September through the end of July. While there is always a volunteer greeter present, most participants arrive in silence and enter directly into prayer. To honor the stillness of the space and ensure you feel comfortable, […]
Peace Day for Women - Sowing Seeds of Advent Hope
With Sr. Susan Francois, CSJP
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. This session will be led by Sr. Susan Francois, CSJP […]
International Migrants Day: Guided Prayer (Recorded Experience)
Available December 18 December is a full and busy month for many of us — and yet, in the midst of it all, the call to pause and pray for migrants, refugees, and all displaced people feels more urgent than ever. This year, rather than gathering in person, we invite you to join us through […]
New Year's Labyrinth Walk for Peace
Start the year with intention and hope by joining us for our annual New Year Labyrinth Walk for Peace. Held on the first Saturday in January, this reflective tradition offers a peaceful space to center yourself and welcome the possibilities of the year ahead. We invite you to join us on Saturday, January 3rd, for […]
Peace Circles
With Beth Light, MSN and Linda Covert, RN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Men's Reflection Group
With Doug Johnson, CSJP-A and Tim Murphy
Discover Connection, Wisdom, and Spiritual Growth Are you looking for a space to reflect, connect, and grow in your life journey? The Men's Reflection Group is a welcoming community where men of all ages are welcome to share experiences, wisdom, and support. The group meets on the third Saturday of each month, providing a relaxed […]
Peace Day for Women
With Sr. Sheila Lemieux, CSJP
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. This session will be led by Sr. Sheila Lemieux, CSJP […]
Peace Circles
With Beth Light, MSN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
What Do Abuse Survivors Need? A Trauma-Sensitive Response Seminar
With Sue Moreland
This seminar offers a clear understanding of the impact of abuse within church settings and otherwise on victim survivors, their families and communities including emotional, spiritual, and relational aspects. Don’t miss this extended version of the powerful first session we held in July — now with more time for reflection, deeper discussion, and added tools […]
Men's Reflection Group
With Doug Johnson, CSJP-A and Tim Murphy
Discover Connection, Wisdom, and Spiritual Growth Are you looking for a space to reflect, connect, and grow in your life journey? The Men's Reflection Group is a welcoming community where men of all ages are welcome to share experiences, wisdom, and support. The group meets on the third Saturday of each month, providing a relaxed […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Peace Day for Women: Ministry, A Gift From God
With Sr. Mary Thorne, CSJP
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. This month’s session, “Ministry, a Gift from God,” will be led […]
Lenten Reflection Day - Small Lights, Deep Faith. Dealing with Life's Uncertainty
With Patrick C. Sharkey
Each year, our community gathers for a special day of reflection during the sacred season of Lent. This day invites us to pause in the midst of life’s busyness, to slow down, and to listen more deeply to God’s presence in our lives. This year, we welcome Patrick Sharkey, certified spiritual director and retreat leader, […]
Peace Circles
With Beth Light, MSN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
Men's Reflection Group
With Doug Johnson, CSJP-A and Tim Murphy
Discover Connection, Wisdom, and Spiritual Growth Are you looking for a space to reflect, connect, and grow in your life journey? The Men's Reflection Group is a welcoming community where men of all ages are welcome to share experiences, wisdom, and support. The group meets on the third Saturday of each month, providing a relaxed […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Peace Day for Women
With MaryEllen Weber
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. This session will be led by MaryEllen Weber, spiritual director […]
Lumina
With Stephanie Peirolo, CSJP-A
A monthly evening gathering for young women seeking connection, reflection, and renewal in the midst of life’s many transitions. Guided by conversation and shared experience rather than structure, it offers a relaxed space to pause, listen, and rediscover balance and purpose together. Open to women of all faith backgrounds as well as those who identify […]
Becoming Instruments of Peace: The Heart of Catholic Social Teaching
With Marselys Lucero and Stephanie Boccuzzi
Join us for a reflective program exploring what it means to be people of peace in today’s world. Rooted in the themes of Catholic Social Teaching — and grounded in values shared across many faith traditions — this session invites us to look at how compassion, justice, and human dignity can guide our everyday choices. […]
Peace Circles (Date Changed Due to Holy Week)
With Beth Light, MSN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Peace Day for Women
With Sr. Carmel Little, CSJP
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. This session will be led by Sr. Carmel Little, CSJP […]
Becoming Hope for the Future, A Disarming Our Hearts Workshop
With Nancy Sylvester, IHM
Jesus prays that we all become one. The Universe evolves toward greater communion even as it diversifies. Brian Swimme states that the question of our time is whether our thoughts, words, and actions are aligned with the Earth’s primary aim to bring forth a unified Earth community. A vision we desire. And yet can we […]
Men's Reflection Group
With Doug Johnson, CSJP-A and Tim Murphy
Discover Connection, Wisdom, and Spiritual Growth Are you looking for a space to reflect, connect, and grow in your life journey? The Men's Reflection Group is a welcoming community where men of all ages are welcome to share experiences, wisdom, and support. The group meets on the third Saturday of each month, providing a relaxed […]
World Labyrinth Day - Walk As One For Peace
Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00 pm, for World Labyrinth Day, an annual international event uniting people across the globe in a moving meditation for peace. Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands walk labyrinths as part of a global wave of peaceful energy. At 1:00pm, we’ll “Walk as One […]
Peace Circles
With Beth Light, MSN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
The Our Father: A Prayer for Justice and Action
This gathering will not be a lecture or teaching session. Instead, it will be a gentle prayer and meditation experience, inviting us to slow down and enter the words of the Our Father with renewed depth. Following the celebration of the National Day of Prayer on May 7, this service continues the spirit of collective […]
Stories and Songs with our Kin Behind Bars
With Jennifer Kelly
Jennifer Kelly, founder of RISE2hope and prison chaplain, will share stories and songs that bring hope, healing, and dignity to our kin behind bars. We will also hear from formerly incarcerated RISE2hope volunteers, and learn about the RISE2hope Joy Bringers music therapy program and the CONNECT trauma-healing class for prisoners in maximum-security units. RISE2hope is […]
Men's Reflection Group
With Doug Johnson, CSJP-A and Tim Murphy
Discover Connection, Wisdom, and Spiritual Growth Are you looking for a space to reflect, connect, and grow in your life journey? The Men's Reflection Group is a welcoming community where men of all ages are welcome to share experiences, wisdom, and support. The group meets on the third Saturday of each month, providing a relaxed […]
Peace Circles
With Beth Light, MSN
A space to nurture inner peace, connection, and healing Part of our Disarming Our Hearts, Becoming Peace series, Peace Circles offer a monthly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with ourselves, with others, and with what truly matters. Held monthly on the first Thursday of the month, these in-person gatherings invite participants into a circle of […]
The Four Connections: How to Flourish by Aligning Our Beliefs, Body, Brain, and Bonds
With Anne Kertz Kernion
How can we feel the rapture of being alive, more connected to others, happier and healthier? Through multimedia presentations based on insights from neuroscience, psychology and ancient spiritual practices, we find avenues to health that can improve our lives in remarkable ways. We will explore the different aspects that contribute to health and well-being: physical, […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Peace Day for Women - Living With A Forgiving Heart
With Esther Lucero Milner, CSJP-A
Peace Day for Women is a half-day retreat program designed for women who seek to deepen their spiritual lives in the company of others. Each retreat offers a blend of teaching, silent reflection, and group sharing, providing a nurturing space for spiritual growth and connection. Our regular season runs from September through May. However, for […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
International Day of Peace - A Day Retreat for Peace & Justice Seekers
While the International Day of Peace is officially observed on September 21, we will gather a few days later—on Saturday, September 26—to mark this special occasion together. Each year, the United Nations sets a global theme to guide reflection and action. The themes vary, but they always call us to take a deeper look at […]
Healing Through Forgiveness
With Ron Ryan, D.Min.
How can we feel the rapture of being alive, more connected to others, happier and healthier? Through multimedia presentations based on insights from neuroscience, psychology and ancient spiritual practices, we find avenues to health that can improve our lives in remarkable ways. We will explore the different aspects that contribute to health and well-being: physical, […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]
Advent Reflection Day - The Christ-Haunted Christmas Carol
With Shemaiah Gonzalez
We are delighted to welcome Shemaiah González as the guide for this year’s Advent Reflection Day. A writer with degrees in English Literature, Intercultural Ministry, and Creative Non-Fiction, Shemaiah thrives at the place where storytelling, art, faith, and the human experience meet. Her work has appeared in America Magazine, Image Journal’s Good Letters, Ekstasis, The […]
Contemplative Prayer - Extended Session
On the second Saturday of each month, from 9am to 11:30am, we gather in St. Mary's Chapel for an extended time of contemplative prayer. These mornings offer space to slow down, rest in silence, and open to the presence of the sacred. Each session begins with a brief reflection, followed by two periods of silent […]