Thursday Night Retreats

I've been working on this post for a while and I would love to hear what you have to say.

Life seems to steadily get far more complicated by the end of the week then at the beginning. I really wish this wasn't true. For many, this may seem reasonable since most of us have relaxed to some degree on the weekends and take that calming nature with us into the week ahead. But for some, our lives are not broken up that simply. Some work nights, some have strange schedules, work weekends, have multiple jobs, or try to squeeze in as many family activities humanly possible into 48 hours that going to work on Monday seems like a relief from the weekend.

My family is on such a strange work/relax schedule that trying to keep the same two days a week to slow down and enjoy each other has become a secret priority.

To find some time where I can relax and find peace, I have begun taking mini-retreats. Bear with me for a minute while I explain myself. My cable company airs a channel called EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network). For those who haven't heard of it, EWTN is a global Catholic network run by Sisters and Brothers, as well as lay people. On Thursday nights at 8PM a program called Life on the Rock is broadcast. They invite guests who exemplify, for me, the modern Catholic, to share their story and gain support. By their example hopefully viewers can gain a better understanding of the Faith and maybe examine their own lives. The program is largely an interview between the clergy and a guest.

I like my little faith time-out. I enjoy my time reflecting and listening to others so much that I make sure I have answered phone calls, taken care of family, and feed the dogs before this program so that I am uninterrupted. I invite you to check out my mini-Thursday retreats. It's my quite time. And check out www.EWTN.com for more programming info.