A retreat master is of prime importance in such an exercise. A deepened understanding of who a person is and the mysteries of life lie at the very heart of these days apart. Lectures, presentations, meditations or whatever a person chooses to call them are guiding points for the participants. Time to spend alone in thought, prayer and meditation is necessary. Times for common prayer counterbalance the time alone.
Meals serve as times for sharing, laughing and evaluating all that is part of life.
Quiet walks with friends renew acquaintances and friendships with extra time. Some 50 Catholic priests spent Monday through Friday of this week on retreat at Sarto Retreat House on Evansville's northside. A nationally known Biblical scholar and executive editor of Emmanuel magazine, Rev. Eugene LaVerdiere, served as retreat master. A number of you will recall the story of Jesus as he joined several of his disciples on the way to Emmaus. This was following Jesus' resurrection.