Imagining Joy Retreat

Discover the Path to Deeper Joy in Your Life

Facilitators:  Peter Watkins and Jennifer Frenz

Friday, April 12, 2024 starting at 7:00 pm and ending Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 pm.

Have you ever found yourself yearning for more joy? If so, we extend a warm invitation to join our upcoming joy retreat. Joy transcends the fleeting emotions of happiness and sorrow; it is a profound way of living rooted in gratitude, trust in the divine, and acceptance of all of our emotions.

Our retreat offers a sacred space for participants to embark on a personal journey, reflecting on joy through rituals, meaningful conversations, prayers, and moments of serene silence. Together, we will delve into how one can live a more joy-filled life.

Peter Watkins, M.Div. is a spiritual director and retreat leader at the Benedictine Center. He holds a certificate in spiritual direction from Sacred Ground Center for Spirituality where he teaches and accompanies people through the Ignatian Exercises.  He is a life-long runner, father of three sons, and a bluegrass banjo player.

Jennifer Frenz is a spiritual director at the Benedictine Center. She received her spiritual direction certificate from Sacred Ground Center for Spirituality and is a member and volunteer at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in South Minneapolis. Jen loves long walks with her dog, playgrounds with her grandkids, and loud family dinners.