Holley Family Village Residence at De Sales Center
1198 De Sales Drive, Brooklyn, MI 49230
PARTICIPANTS: open to all men
$105.00 per person with a sliding scale price offered
“What is the focus of this retreat?”
This retreat will explore one of the most difficult lack of actions facing our culture and society. That being, self-awareness. In a culture focused on entertainment there is little time or felt need to stop and reflect on why we may be doing something, or how it may be affecting me and those around me.
There is also a tremendous temptation to trivialize significant meaning offering opportunities and efforts to “self-improve.” Although an overnight retreat cannot assume it will bring such an effort forward for any of us, it can give us time, support, and opportunity to see how we are doing regarding authentic self-awareness. It is hard work and often painful as well. That is why we gather as brothers to support and challenge one another.
What to expect:
As we face an ever more complicated world, where violence and confusion threaten to overwhelm the fragile framework of human societies, it is important that we stop now and then and take account of where we are in life at this moment. It is vital that we evaluate/self-reflect on both our gifts and broken places, in order that we are not an ongoing cause of suffering in the world. If you do decide to attend, bring a photo or picture of the MOST important thing/person in your life. Join us in this lifelong effort!
Retreat & Ritual Leader:
Mike Whitman –
Mike Whitman – Mike has been involved with the Illuman of Indiana-Michigan chapter in its earliest formation when it was still MALES of Indiana/Michigan. He has led retreats and been part of the leadership teams on other retreats in the chapter and in his many years working in faith formation and youth ministry. He chooses this retreat topic from his own spiritual journey experience and the recognition of its essential importance for a rich and meaningful life.
RITUAL ELDER: Mike Whitman will also function as the primary ritual elder for the retreat. He was designated the Ritual Elder for the chapter in its early formation.
WAY OF COUNCIL FACILITATORS: Elder Council participants