Upcoming Retreat at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, IL

The Spirituality of the Desert–Seeking and Finding
Friday, February 27, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Carmelite Spiritual Center; Darien, IL

“The wilderness will lead you to your heart where I speak.” (Hosea 2:14)

These words of the Prophet Hosea call us into a deep yet vulnerable relationship with God. This prophesizes God’s promise to draw His people (us) back to Himself through a period of solitude and testing (the wilderness) to renew our relationship with tenderness, justice, and love, helping us reflect on finding God in desolate times. Are you willing to be drawn in?

Chari Rosales, with her biblical knowledge, insights and wisdom will lead us in a Lenten reflection of how we respond to this powerful invitation of relationship, intimacy and presence.

Cost: $20.00 – Coffee/Rolls included (optional lunch for an additional $15)

(Registration deadline is Wednesday, February 25, 2026)

The Carmelites of the Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary, in allegiance to Jesus Christ, live in a prophetic and contemplative stance of prayer, common life, and service. Inspired by Elijah and Mary and informed by the Carmelite Rule, we give witness to an eight-hundred-year-old tradition of spiritual transformation in the United States, Canada, Peru, Mexico, and El Salvador, and Honduras.

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Upcoming Retreat at the Carmelite Spiritual Center in Darien, IL

The Spirituality of the Desert–Seeking and FindingFriday, February 27, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Location: Carmelite Spiritual Center; Darien, IL

The Spirituality of the Desert–Seeking and Finding
Friday, February 27, 2026 – 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Carmelite Spiritual Center; Darien, IL