The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous: A Spiritual Journey
An Ignatian, Recovery Weekend Retreat for Men
March 15 - 17, 2019
Groups Attending: Individuals
This retreat is currently at capacity or registration is closed. Please call the office at 847.381.1261 with questions.
Summary
Our spiritual journey through the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous begins with our "foxhole" prayers and the discovery that the hand of AA is there to help us. Upon reaching the Twelfth Step, we come to realize that we are the hand of AA, and our highest priority is to be there for others who suffer in their foxholes longing for a way out. All along the way, we are never alone.
Personal effects must be removed from rooms by 9:00 am on Sunday. The retreat will conclude after lunch which is served at 11:30 am.
Description
A Retreat Leader leads the retreat and prepares thematic talks rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius and the 12 Step Program. The retreat offers a unique time away with optional opportunities for a 12 Step meeting, confession, Mass, consultation with a spiritual director, and group prayer experiences. Recovery Retreats end after the 11:30 am lunch.
Bellarmine has two libraries, a resource center, two chapels, and many other common areas. Outdoor spaces include a various walking trails, various prayer gardens, a gazebo, stations of the cross, as well as a few patios and outdoor chairs and benches.
You can learn more about what to expect by visiting this page.
Retreat Experience Gallery
Bellarmine Main Entrance
Sacred Heart Chapel
Mary McKeon Library
St. Joseph Gazebo
Mother Teresa Garden
Eastern Africa Collection
Fireplace Lounge
Dining Room
Winter on the Grounds
Resource Center
Sacred Heart Statue at Sunset
Susie's Memorial Garden
Madonna Library
Lower Level Lounge
Retreat Leader
Fr. Tim Seigel
Fr. Tim Seigel is a priest of the Diocese of Rockford. Ordained on May 18, 1991, he has been an associate pastor or pastor in several parishes throughout the eleven counties of Northwest Illinois including the communities of St. Charles, Rockford, Crystal Lake, Savanna & Mt. Carroll, East Dubuque, Genoa, Elburn, McHenry, and now Cary. He is currently the associate pastor of Saints Peter and Paul Parish. A recovering alcoholic since July 1984, he has had experience both attending AA retreats and directing them.