Bereavement Day Retreat
With Deacon David Schaffer, MA, MS
November 13, 2018
For persons who have experienced a significant loss in their life.
Do not let your hearts be troubled
John 12:11
Come to me…
And I will give you rest
Matt 11:2-30
This Day of Prayer and Reflection offers you peace and support
that will help you deal with loss as it affects your life.
The day will be directed by Deacon David Schaffer
and will provide time for personal prayer as well as sharing.
The Eucharist will be celebrated by Fr. Frank Doyle, OSA.
Author Rev. John S. Dunne, as quoted in Praying Our Goodbyes, believes that, at every turn in the road, a new illuminating is needed to find the way and a new kindling is needed to follow the way.
Grief has a way of plundering our prayer life often leaving us feeling empty and alone. Join us for a day of prayer and reflection away from the busyness of daily life.
Deacon David Schaffer, MS, a Pastoral Counselor will present the workshop and share his personal journey having lost his wife and son in the same year.
Come join us in this peace filled and prayerful setting at St. Raphaela Center.
About the Spiritual Director
Deacon David Schaffer, MA, MS
Deacon David Schaffer received his Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling from NeumannUniversity, and a Master’s in Religious Studies from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. He has extensive experience in counseling engaged and married couples through the Family Life Office of the Archdiocese. He has accompanied individuals for 30 years in parish ministry with RCIA and Pre-Cana, […]
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