Route 9, P.O. Box 300
Garrison, NY 10524-0300
(845)424-3671 X2111
(845)424-2162 FAX
graymoorcenter@atonementfriars.org
www.graymoorcenter.org

Dear Friend,

Thank you for your interest in the retreats that we have scheduled for 2010. Not everything is listed here;there are a number of retreat offerings – e.g. Celtic Spirituality, Photography and Spirituality, Centering Prayer, and Business Spirituality – that are still in development.

And then there’s the Winter Nature Retreat (Feb. 19-21) and the very popular Mini-Retreats for Busy People on the Saturday mornings of Lent (February 20-March 27). Both of our Mid-week Retreats for Seniors have been
expanded to four days.

And we’ll continue our practice of making special arrangements for both individuals and groups.

If you look carefully, you’ll notice that we have raised the requested offering. We had to. But the difference still doesn’t cover all the costs associated with our retreats.

You might also notice that the difference between single and double accommodations (i.e. having your own
room or sharing a room with a friend) is the same as the cost of round-trip public transportation. If you invite a friend to come with you, you not only do your friend a great favor, you both have your travel costs covered!

Visit www.graymoorcenter.org or call us directly (845-424-2111) for updates. Or, if you have an e-mail
address, send it to me so that we can get information out to you quickly, accurately and inexpensively.

Thank you for your continuing interest and support. We look forward to welcoming you to Graymoor in the
months ahead.

Sincerely,

Rev. James J. Gardiner, SA
Director
jgardiner@atonementfriars.org

P.S. We have applied to an anonymous foundation for a challenge grant up to $20,000. All donations
apart from registrations will count toward this goal.
Can you help?

Fri. Jan. 8 - Sun. Jan. 10
SPIRITUALITY OF THE 12 STEPS
Help for everyone to discover the spiritual part of themselves (especially participants in 12-step programs).

Mon. Jan. 18 - Mon. Jan. 25
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
Join the Friars and Sisters of the Atonement on Monday, January 25th, at 6:30 PM at St. Patrick’s Cathedral fora special prayer service. For a schedule of events at Graymoor, visit www.graymoorcenter.org

Fri. Jan. 22 - Sun. Jan. 24
MATT TALBOT MEN
A retreat for men in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Fri. Feb. 5 - Sun. Feb. 7
MATT TALBOT WOMEN
A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Fri. Feb. 26 - Sun. Feb. 28
S.O.A.R. (Surviving Our Alcoholic Relationships)
A weekend focusing on the spirituality of the Al-Anon program and how it applies to those in a relationship with an alcoholic.

Fri. Mar. 5 - Sun. Mar. 7
DAN EGAN RETREAT
A weekend for men and women recovering from drug addiction; named for the “Junkie Priest,” the late Father Dan Egan. SA.

Fri. Mar. 12 - Sun. Mar. 14
THE BUDDHA AS TEACHER
What Christians can learn from the insights and practices of Buddhists. (Registration is limited).

Fri. Mar. 26 - Sun. Mar. 28
MATT TALBOT MEN
A retreat for men in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Wed. Mar. 31 - Sun. Apr. 4
HOLY WEEK RETREAT
Time for prayer and reflection as the church celebrates “The Three Days” and Easter. Arrive anytime on Spy Wednesday (or later, as necessary); return home after dinner on Easter Sunday. ($250 per person, single occupancy; $210 per person, double occupancy).

Fri. Apr. 9 - Sun. Apr. 11
PRAYER & MEDITATION
Time to experience various styles of prayer and meditation (especially helpful to people working on the 11th step).

Fri. Apr. 16 - Sun. Apr. 18
AL-ANON WEEKEND
A weekend of Al-Anon meetings, fellowship and relaxation (Al-Anon members will facilitate the entire weekend).

Fri. Apr. 23 - Sun. Apr. 25
MATT TALBOT WOMEN
A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Fri. Apr. 30 - Sun. May 2
CHARISMATIC RENEWAL WEEKEND
A weekend for sharing prayer and praise, celebration and thanksgiving with a praying community.

Tue. May 4 - Fri. May 7
MIDWEEK RETREAT FOR SENIORS
An opportunity to inaugurate Older Americans Month and reflect on one’s relationship with God and with other people. Arrive Tuesday at 3:00 PM and return home Friday after lunch. ($120.00 per person, single or double occupancy).

Fri. May 14 - Sun. May 16
MAN MATTERS: LIVING A SPIRITUAL LIFE
A retreat for men seeking a deeper meaning of God in their lives. In this year’s retreat we consider the basic spiritual questions that can bring us to essential truth for the lives of Men in God.

Fri. Jul. 2 - Mon. Jul. 5
FAMILY RETREAT
An extended weekend to celebrate faith and mix family prayer with family fun (call for details).

Fri. Jul. 9 - Sun. Jul. 11
SPANISH-SPEAKING MATT TALBOT
A retreat for Spanish-speaking men in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Fri. Jul. 16 - Sun. Jul. 18
11th ANNUAL NATIONAL FILM RETREAT
View and discuss four dramatic films to mine human and spiritual insights on the theme of peace. Suitable for anyone who loves movies. ($235.00 per person; limited to 30 participants.)

Fri. Jul. 23 - Sun. Jul. 25
PRAYER AND MEDITATION
Time to experience various styles of prayer and meditation (especially helpful to people working on the 11th step).

Fri. Aug. 27 - Sun. Aug. 29
SPIRITUALITY OF THE 12 STEPS
Help for everyone to discover the spiritual part of themselves (especially participants in 12-step programs).

Fri. Sep. 3 - Sun. Sep. 5
DO NOT FEAR TO HOPE
A weekend specially designed for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Fri. Sep. 10 - Sun. Sep. 12
MATT TALBOT MEN
A retreat for men in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Fri. Sep. 17 - Sun. Sep. 19
ENCOUNTERING FRANCIS AND CLARE TODAY
A special weekend focusing on the enduring popularity and relevance of the Franciscan tradition, incorporating elements of the popular Franciscan Nature Retreat (activities will be held outdoors, weather permitting).

Fri. Sep. 24 - Sun. Sep. 26
MATT TALBOT WOMEN
A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Tue. Sep. 28 - Fri. Oct. 1
MIDWEEK RETREAT FOR SENIORS
An opportunity to celebrate life, enjoy the fall colors, and reflect on one’s relationship with God and other people. Arrive Tuesday at 3:00 PM and return home on Friday after lunch. ($120.00 per person, single or double occupancy)

Fri. Oct. 15 - Sun. Oct. 17
MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT
A weekend for married couple to explore their relationship and deepen their love for each other.

Fri. Oct. 22 - Sun. Oct. 24
S.O.A.R. (Surviving Our Alcoholic Relationships)
A weekend focusing on the spirituality of the Al-Anon program and how it applies to those in a relationship with an alcoholic.

Fri. Nov. 5 - Sun. Nov. 7
MATT TALBOT WOMEN
A retreat for women in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous. Spiritual preparation for the approaching holidays.

Fri. Nov. 12 - Sun. Nov. 14
MATT TALBOT MEN
A retreat for men in recovery with emphasis on the spirituality of Alcoholics Anonymous. Spiritual preparation for the approaching holidays.

Fri. Dec. 3 - Sun. Dec. 5
RELAPSE PREVENTION RETREAT
What are the triggers? What are the necessary tools? What is the underlying spirituality? How does it all go together? (Space is limited.)

Thu. Dec. 23 - Sat. Dec. 25
CHRISTMAS AT GRAYMOOR
A Franciscan celebration of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Fri. Dec. 24
CHRISTMAS EVE MINI-RETREAT
Begins with First Vespers of Christmas and procession to the outdoor crèche; continues with a festive Christmas Eve dinner and concludes after the Mass in the Night. ($45.00 per person).

Thu. Dec. 30 - Sat. Jan. 1, 2011
NEW YEAR’S ON THE MOUNTAIN
An opportunity to give thanks to God for blessings received during the past year and to ask for continued blessings in the New Year. Includes optional interfaith prayer service for peace at the nearby Chuang Yen Buddhist Monastery.

Fri. Dec. 31, 2010
NEW YEAR’S EVE MINI-RETREAT
Begins with First Vespers, includes a festive New Year’s Eve dinner and exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and concludes with a torchlight procession at midnight and the First Mass of the New Year. ($45.00 per person)

DAYS OF GRACE: Year-round opportunities – usually weekdays, but occasionally weekends – to relax, reflect,read and pray on a space available basis. $65.00 per person, per day (includes three meals and overnight accommodations).

The GRAYMOOR SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER is a ministry of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, a Roman Catholic religious community dedicated to the reconciliation, or at-one-ment, of people with themselves, each other, and God. The Center sponsors and hosts retreats, conferences, days of renewal and recollection, meetings and other events.

The Center has 55 rooms that can accommodate up to 110 people as well as 25 single-occupancy rooms in the Old Friary; seated dining for as many as 300; and meeting and chapel space for up to 650.

Unless otherwise noted, single occupancy for weekend retreatsis $165.00 per person; double occupancy is $120.00 per person. All meals are included; towels and linens are provided (bathrobes are recommended for shower use). Bring your own alarm clock.

Early registration is recommended and appreciated; some retreats are limited in number of participants.

For weekend programs, rooms are available after 6:00 PM on Friday; a light supper is served from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Retreats end after Sunday dinner at 12:30 PM.

Graymoor is located at 1320 Route 9 in Garrison, NY, five miles north of Peekskill, NY, and 13 miles south of I-84. Take MetroNorth’s Hudson River Line from Grand Central (or 125th Street) to Peekskill; taxi from Peekskill to Graymoor.

For additional information as well as programs not listed here ,visit us at www.graymoorcenter.org.