Join us for our fifth annual Lenten Men's Retreat with the Desert Fathers at the St. Thomas More House of Prayer. This year we will be discussing the very first text featured in the Philokalia - On Guarding the Intellect by St. Isaiah the Solitary.

 

According to the Desert Fathers, the intellect (also known as the nous, or 'eye of the heart') is the highest faculty of the soul and the means by which we commune with God in prayer. As such, it is also the sought after prize of our spiritual enemies. Therefore, if we are to gaze on the beauty of our Lord and and be free to enjoy the fullness of His love, we must constantly stand guard and keep watch. 

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In this retreat, we will learn from the wisdom of St. Isaiah the Solitary as we seek to guard our intellect and become ever more watchful in obedience to our Lord's command in the Gospels to "watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation" (Mt. 26:41).

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Registration is $280 for single occupancy and $220 for doubles (or more). If you register for a double and know someone you would like to room with, please indicate this in the registration form. Registration includes all meals, conferences, and accommodations.

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If you have any questions, please e-mail info@liturgyofthehours.org or call 814.676.1910