• 06 - 07 Nov 2026
  • La Crosse, WI US

Exploring Joy and Gratitude: A Courage & Renewal Retreat

A weekend retreat exploring the values of St. Francis through the Courage & Renewal approach.

Date

Friday, Nov 6, 6:30 pm - Sat, Nov 7, 4:00 pm

Cost

Overnight $190 Commuter $110

Venue

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Franciscan Spirituality Center
920 Market St, La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601, USA

Registration Deadline

Oct 27, 2026

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The Courage & Renewal® approach aligns with the Franciscan values of service, peace and justice, dignity of every person, community, contemplation and gratitude. With courage, we are able to more fully live with individual integrity and authenticity in our relationships. Through individual written reflection and group interaction, you will have opportunities and time to recognize how you are living with courage. Our time together will include silence, guided discussion and experiences with poetry, wisdom tradition essays and art. Claim time for your own personal renewal while strengthening a sense of community with those present.

There will be opportunities to experience the practices of the Courage & Renewal® approach to:

  • Revitalize your commitment to the core values that give meaning to your life and work.
  • Learn reflective practices to become more self-aware and intentional.
  • Discover a process for discernment to reach clarity around deeper questions of identity and integrity.
  • Expand your capacity to build trustworthy and authentic relationships.
  • Improve your ability to listen openly and be present.
  • Continue to find truth and healing in your own life and in your relationships.

Amy Christianson joins Mary Louise Peters in facilitating this circle.

Meet Your Courage & Renewal Facilitators

Friday

6:30-9:00 pm Introductions; Session:  includes a break

Saturday

8:00 am Breakfast at St. Rose (for overnight guests)

9:00-12:00 pm Session: includes a break

Noon Lunch for all at St. Rose

1:00-4:00 pm  Session: includes a break

“Solitude does not necessarily mean living apart from others; rather, it means never living apart from one’s self.”

~ Parker J. Palmer, A Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward An Undivided Life

 

All are Welcome Here — “The Franciscan Spirituality Center is a sacred place of peace and hospitality for those seeking spiritual renewal, personal and professional growth, healing, transformation and deeper self-awareness. We offer retreats and programs, spiritual direction for groups and individuals, mindfulness workshops, qigong and yoga classes, opportunities for artistic expression and an innovative three-year training program to help people become compassionate, nonjudgmental listeners. …”

OVERNIGHT: $190, includes private bedroom, breakfast and lunch on Saturday COMMUTER: $110, includes lunch on Saturday

Online Retreat Experience:
*October 12, 2026 – Connect with Courage: A 75-Minute Courage & Renewal® Experience
(There is no charge for this event. Donations to the FSC are welcome.)
Registration Link: https://fsc.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26FWM11025

In-Person Retreats:
*November 6-7, 2026 – Exploring Joy and Gratitude: A Courage & Renewal® Retreat
Registration Link: https://fsc.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26SGO10771

*February 5-6, 2027 – Exploring Simplicity and Service: A Courage & Renewal® Retreat
Registration Link: https://fsc.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=27SGO10772

Registration Coming Soon:
*April 30-May 1, 2027 – Exploring Contemplation and Community: A Courage & Renewal®
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