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Centering Prayer Group: Improving Our Relationship with God
With Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan
Hosted By: Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of […]
Finding Hope in Challenging Times: A Lenten Reflection & Prayer Experience, Week 2
Each of our six weekly Lenten spiritual journey presentations will focus on Finding Hope in Challenging Times. We will explore the events of Lent, leading to the Passion and Easter, in the context of today – the feelings of polarization, distress, anxiety, fear, worry, loss, grief – with knowledge and experience of seeing through those […]
Grateful Gatherings - 1st Tuesdays Monthly
With Valeria Chow - Life Coach, Facilitator
This Event takes place every first Tuesday of the month, from 9:30am-11:00am. Scheduled Upcoming Dates: April 7, 2026 May 5, 2026 The Power of Living Gratefully ~ Experience, deepen, and share the power of living gratefully. Bring gratitude to life… We hold grateful living as an engaged mindfulness practice, grounded in both wisdom and science, […]
Finding Hope in Challenging Times: A Lenten Reflection & Prayer Experience, Week 3
Each of our six weekly Lenten spiritual journey presentations will focus on Finding Hope in Challenging Times. We will explore the events of Lent, leading to the Passion and Easter, in the context of today – the feelings of polarization, distress, anxiety, fear, worry, loss, grief – with knowledge and experience of seeing through those […]
Neurographic Art Reimagined
With Laurie Wallace
We are presenting a series of workshops throughout the year exploring the linkage between the mind and creativity to enhance our self-awareness. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but follow theme presented. This workshop “Neurographic Art – Reimagined” will expand the basic concept and introduce new methods and options to reveal our inner emotions […]
Centering Prayer Group: Improving Our Relationship with God
With Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan
Hosted By: Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of […]
Finding Hope in Challenging Times: A Lenten Reflection & Prayer Experience, Week 4
Each of our six weekly Lenten spiritual journey presentations will focus on Finding Hope in Challenging Times. We will explore the events of Lent, leading to the Passion and Easter, in the context of today – the feelings of polarization, distress, anxiety, fear, worry, loss, grief – with knowledge and experience of seeing through those […]
Emotional Sobriety: Alignment with Reality
With Allen Berger, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Join us for all four events in the series: March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]
St. Patrick's Day Celebration with Live Music
Join us for a joyful evening honoring our Irish heritage, beginning with Mass to reflect and give thanks. Then, enjoy a welcoming social hour where you can share a drink and a story or two. The celebration continues with live Irish music by The Bracken Band and a traditional St. Patrick’s Day feast served in […]
Finding Hope in Challenging Times: A Lenten Reflection & Prayer Experience, Week 5
Each of our six weekly Lenten spiritual journey presentations will focus on Finding Hope in Challenging Times. We will explore the events of Lent, leading to the Passion and Easter, in the context of today – the feelings of polarization, distress, anxiety, fear, worry, loss, grief – with knowledge and experience of seeing through those […]
Centering Prayer Group: Improving Our Relationship with God
With Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan
Hosted By: Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of […]
Finding Hope in Challenging Times: A Lenten Reflection & Prayer Experience, Week 6
Each of our six weekly Lenten spiritual journey presentations will focus on Finding Hope in Challenging Times. We will explore the events of Lent, leading to the Passion and Easter, in the context of today – the feelings of polarization, distress, anxiety, fear, worry, loss, grief – with knowledge and experience of seeing through those […]
Centering Prayer Group: Improving Our Relationship with God
With Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan
Hosted By: Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of […]
Superbloom Spirituality: Awakening the soul in California’s season of bloom
With Mark Mitchell, LMFT
A 3-Hour Immersive Workshop California's Superbloom is more than a botanical event — it is a living parable of renewal, resilience, and divine timing. After seasons of drought & fear, hidden seeds burst into color and life. This workshop invites participants to explore the spiritual symbolism of the Superbloom and connect it to their own […]
Forgiveness of Others and Self: Session 1
With Fred Luskin, PhD and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Hosted By: Fred Luskin, PhD, and Herb Kaighan Forgiveness - “letting go of resentment”. It’s not done to please others, but in the interest of our FREEDOM. This workshop will discuss how to FORGIVE and will focus on a process of releasing them … and … being released ourselves. This will be a practical WORK-shop. […]
Centering Prayer Group: Improving Our Relationship with God
With Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan
Hosted By: Greg Johnson & Herb Kaighan No Cost Event / Donations are appreciated Centering Prayer is a practice to foster our relationship with God. It is a movement beyond conversation to communion and union with God. It prepares us for the gift of contemplation. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of […]
Fr. Pat Crowley: Day of Renewal and Healing
With Fr. Pat Crowley SS.CC.
We’re delighted to welcome back Fr. Pat Crowley, SS.CC.—beloved retreat leader and spiritual guide—for a one-day event at Mary & Joseph Retreat Center. Join us for a Day of Renewal featuring morning conferences on holistic living and the Gospel path of healing, followed by a Healing Service and personal ministry in the Chapel. ________ “One […]
World Labyrinth Day: Walk as One at One
With Sue Ballotti
Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands of people around the globe participate in World Labyrinth Day as a moving meditation for world peace. World Labyrinth Day (WLD) creates a unified wave of peace around the world by Walking as One at 1:00 (13:00) wherever you are. It is an opportunity to create […]
Mindful Mandalas
With Laurie Wallace
A Creative, Contemplative Workshop This creative workshop will introduce basic concepts, history, and examples of mandalas. Mandalas are sacred “circles” that reflect Sacred Geometry, exploring our relationship to natural, universal patterns and geometric shapes that unify our world. Together we will focus on creating mandalas as a way to connect our inner selves with the […]
Emotional Sobriety: Alignment with Reality
With Allen Berger, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Join us for all four events in the series: March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]
Along the Way: Pilgrim Walk
With Sue Ballotti
Join us for our ninth annual Pilgrim Walk, a 4.8-mile journey through the streets and trails of Palos Verdes, leading to the sacred grounds of the retreat center. Inspired by the famous pilgrimage “The Way” to Santiago de Compostela in Spain, this half-day walk is adapted to our own community and surroundings. What to Expect: […]
Forgiveness of Others and Self: Session 2
With Fred Luskin, PhD and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Hosted By: Fred Luskin, PhD, and Herb Kaighan Forgiveness - “letting go of resentment”. It’s not done to please others, but in the interest of our FREEDOM. This workshop will discuss how to FORGIVE and will focus on a process of releasing them … and … being released ourselves. This will be a practical WORK-shop. […]
Bilaterial Drawing with Intention
With Laurie Wallace
We are presenting a series of workshops throughout the year exploring the linkage between the mind and creativity to enhance our self-awareness. Each workshop is designed to stand alone but follow theme presented. Third in the series, this workshop, first presented in 2025, "Bilateral Drawing" is an introduction to creating abstract art using both hands […]
Emotional Sobriety: Alignment with Reality
With Allen Berger, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Join us for all four events in the series: March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]
Forgiveness of Others and Self: Session 3
With Fred Luskin, PhD and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Hosted By: Fred Luskin, PhD, and Herb Kaighan Forgiveness - “letting go of resentment”. It’s not done to please others, but in the interest of our FREEDOM. This workshop will discuss how to FORGIVE and will focus on a process of releasing them … and … being released ourselves. This will be a practical WORK-shop. […]
Emotional Sobriety: Alignment with Reality
With Allen Berger, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Herb Kaighan, Spiritual Direction
Join us for all four events in the series: March 14, 2026 - Grief June 27, 2026 - Shame/Guilt September 26, 2026 - Forgiveness December 12, 2026 - Gratitude Dr. Berger and Herb K. continue to explore the core components of EMOTIONAL SOBRIETY - OPTIMAL LIVING. They will help you become more aware of […]
