A Time to Remember:
A Retreat For Women Whose Mothers Have Died
with Linda Cherek
An overnight retreat to reflect on the impact of your mom and her loss in a sacred, safe, and caring environment.
When: Friday Evening, October 31
through Saturday Afternoon, November 1
Where: Benedictine Center, St. Paul’s Monastery
2675 Benet Way St. Paul, MN 55109
Sponsored by Loyola Spirituality Center
About The Retreat
“We mourn the death of our mother all the days of our life.”
Whether our mother died this year or thirty years ago, we grieve. Some of us grieve what we had and some of us grieve what never was in our relationship with our mother. This retreat offers women an opportunity to explore the significance of mother loss.
Reflections from Daughters
“Why has it taken me so long to begin to talk about missing out on having a mother around while I was a teen?”
“My mother’s death not only affected me but also the dynamics and relationships of my extended family. I needed the collective wisdom of a leader and other women who knew intuitively the significance of this kind of loss and supported each other in mourning it.”
“What a wonderful opportunity to take some time to reflect on my Mom and how her presence and relationship with me has impacted my life.”
“I remember experiencing a variety of emotions and feelings in a safe, respectful, and caring environment.”
“I remember feeling the sacredness of how each person’s story was received in a loving, and nonjudgmental manner.”
“I remember feeling the presence of my Mom, and the presence of the other Moms.”
“I remember feeling a lightness and that I could keep moving forward.”
Registration
Overnight rate: $210
Commuter rate: $160
This retreat is Sponsored by Loyola Spirituality Center
Space limited to ten participants. Please note: This retreat is only offered in-person.
An invoice for payment as well as a welcome letter with details for the retreat will be sent via email after registering.
Linda Cherek
Instructor
Linda Cherek’s work in bringing God’s presence to those she encounters is grounded in her understanding and
commitment to notice the Holy in everyday life especially in the significant challenges we experience.
She embraced the gifts of spiritual awareness and the opportunities for growth in her spiritual journey following the unexpected death of her oldest daughter.
Linda has a special interest in the impact of loss and trauma and understands how it impacts the body, the heart, the soul and one’s relationship with God and the world.