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SEPTEMBER 20, 2014Simply Awesome!

The First Abbey Faith and Music Fest

Our Mission: Daylesford Abbey exists to enrich the Church by our Norbertine communio,

nourished by contemplation on God’s Word, made visible in worship and service within the local church.

Daylesford Abbey 220 South Valley Road, Paoli, PA 1930610-647-2530 ext. 100

Abbot Richard

As 2014 ends, there is so much for which to be grateful. Of course, we have our national thanksgiving feast on the fourth Thursday of November. But the Abbey has been blessed in so many ways these past few months.

To mention two....

First, on August 27th & 28th, we had a three-part experience here at Daylesford which we haven’t had for a long time. On Aug. 27th, we vested Jeff Himes as a fi rst-year novice into our community. Then, at Evening Prayer that night, Fr. Bill Trader professed his simple vows as a Norbertine. And on the following day, the feast of our Father, St. Augustine, Frater A. Gerard Jordan, professed his solemn vows as a Norbertine. It’s so encouraging that these three very good men have responded to God’s call, each hearing it in a different way, to commit themselves to serve God and God’s Church in and through our Norbertine Order.

And, then on Sept. 20th, we took a great chance with our friends at St. Norbert Parish in sponsoring the fi rst Abbey Faith and Music Fest here on our grounds. Photos of the event are in this newsletter but suffi ce it to say that this 42-plus-years-ordained priest never experienced a spiritual experience like he did that day. It was literally awesome.

God is so good. Praised be God!

A letter from

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CONTENTS

2 A Letter from Abbot Richard by Abbot Richard Antonucci, O.Praem.

3 Abbey Fest Overwhelming Success By Mark Griswold, Director of Faith and Music Fest and Youth Group Minster at St. Norbert’s Parish

4 Development Corner By Rev. John Joseph Novielli, O. Praem.

5 Vocation Update By Rev. John Joseph Novielli, O. Praem.

6 Annual Stewardship Report By Rev. Joseph Serano, O. Praem.

8 Norbertine Associates Gather in Albuquerque by Kate Wunner, Associate Director

9 Spirituality Center Winter Program Guide

AbbeyFest Overwhelming SuccessBy Mark Griswold, Director of Faith and Music Fest and Youth Group Minster at St. Norbert’s Parish

Words cannot possibly express the gratitude that I have in my heart for our community and the countless hours spent to make the dream of Abbey Fest a reality. It is hard to believe that the months and months of planning culminated in a day that, oddly, I did not want to see end.

For me, Abbey Fest was a little foretaste of Heaven, a window to eternity. I am overwhelmed by God’s power and mercy displayed. I am moved by our willingness to say yes to an idea presented by some crazed, graying youth minister 11 months ago. In my heart, I always knew what this day could be, but I did not anticipate how much those expectations would be exceeded.

Ten years ago, I would walk the Abbey grounds in the evening and I would visualize thousands of people gathered there to praise our God. It was as if I could hear the music being played in the breeze that would gently blow during those solitary strolls. I remember praying, “Lord, if it be your will, let it be.” Little did I know that this vision would come to fruition a decade later.

What have I learned? I have learned that God’s timing is perfect. I have learned that if the Lord places a dream in your heart, it may not be for the moment, but do not let go of the dream. Trust in Him. Wait upon Him. In His time ... In His time. For such a time as this, God called our little Catholic community together to do something extraordinary. Lives were changed. Hearts were transformed. New visions were cast. Captives were set free. Darkness gave way to light. Each of us played an ESSENTIAL role in God’s divine plan for this day of grace.

Our “YES” has changed the world. Our “YES” has changed my world. All I can say is thank you.

AbbeyFest Overwhelming Success

SAVE THE DATE...2015 AbbeyFest September 19th

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2014 Annual Dinner Dance and Silent AuctionDaylesford Abbey’s Annual Dinner Dance was held on Friday, November 21, at its beautiful and spacious new location, Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square. The event included a silent auction, 50-50 raffle, dinner with complimentary wine, and dancing to the music of Back 2 Life. All proceeds benefited the Abbey’s mission activities.

Under the leadership of Jennifer F. Mueller and Michael Faragalli, we were able to turn over $48,000 to the Abbey. This year 230 people attended the dance. Our sincere thanks to Jennifer, Michael and their entire Committee for a very successful 46th Annual Dinner Dance and Auction.

Development Corner By John Joseph Novielli, O. Praem.

Annual Giving 2015The Annual Giving kick-off will take place on Sunday, January 25, 2015. After the 10:30 a.m. liturgy there will be a Champagne Brunch followed by a short presentation in the Chapter Room. This year our goal is $170,000. Last year, donations amounted to $166,275 from 319 donors to support the various ministries of the Norbertines. We invite you to join us on January 25, 2015. Please make reservations by contacting Jeanne Byrne at 610.647-2530, ext. 118 or [email protected] for Annual Giving Kick-off

Fr. John Joseph Novielli, O. Praem., Development Director,Mrs. Dolly Johnson, Chairperson of Annual GivingJeanne Byrne, Administrative Assistant

The Abbot John E. Neitzel SocietyThe Abbot John E. Neitzel Society brunch will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2015. There will be a short presentation on Estate Planning following the brunch. Come and learn more. The Society presently has 53 members who are committed to remember Daylesford Abbey in their Will and Estate Planning. It provides a legacy for its members, who will be perpetually remembered in prayer by the Norbertine Community. Please mark your calendar and contact Jeanne Byrne if you wish to receive an invitation.

Abbot John E. Neitzel, O. Praem.First Abbot of Daylesford Abbey


Vocation Update:SOLEMN, SIMPLE AND VESTED

Solemn Profession: Frater Gerard Jordan, O. Praem.On the feast of St. Augustine, amidst an Abbey Church full of Norbertines, family and friends Frater Gerard Jordan, O. Praem. prostrated himself before the main altar and committed himself to the service of God and His Church through the common life and ministry of Daylesford Abbey. Solemn Profession is the making of a life time commitment of Worship, Contemplation, Communio and Service to God and His people. After a wonderful day of prayer and celebration, Gerard is now continuing his studies at Catholic Theological Union (CTU) in Chicago where he will receive a Master’s of Divinity degree in the near future. We welcome Frater Gerard to the ranks of the solemnly professed of Daylesford Abbey.

Simple Vows: Father William Trader, O. Praem.At Vespers on the Vigil of St. Augustine, August 27th, Fr. William Trader, a diocesan priest for almost 40 years in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, made his First Profession as a Norbertine.

While Fr. Bill continues to live the common life at the Abbey, he has also been assigned to be Assistant Rector of the Abbey Church, Assistant Director of the Spirituality Center and providing pastoral assistance at various parishes and convents in our area. We congratulate Fr. Bill on his First Profession of Vows.

Vestition: Frater Jeff HimesAlso, on August 27th Frater Jeff Himes was vested in the white habit of St. Norbert. During his first year novitiate, he will continue his vocational discernment as he learns about prayer, community life, Saints Norbert & Augustine as well as the history of our Order and religious life. We warmly welcome Jeff to our Community.

By John Joseph Novielli, O. Praem.

The Blessing of Six Men in FormationLeft to Right

Frater Jim Garvey, Father Bill Trader, Frater Jeff Himes, Frater Sam Fulginit,

Frater Gerard Jordan and Father Dave Driesch

Operating Income 2012-13

Donations & Fund-Raising $672,000

Norbertine Salaries $663,000

Spirituality Center $110,000

Retirement/Endowment Transfer $549,000

Other Income $377,000

Total Income $2,371,000

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Lay Payroll $480,000

Facility: Bldings/Grounds & Utilities $320,000

Administration $231,000

Food and Supplies $142,000

Other Expenses $158,000

Mortgage $150,000

Used toward Capital Budget $102,000

Total Expenses $2,371,000

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Annual Giving $166,000

Sunday Collections $136,000

Mail Campaign $60,000

Wills & Memorials $173,000

Events (Dance, Art Show, Golf & Raffle) $70,000

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Total Donations + Fund-raising $672,000

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Fiscal Year 2014

Annual Stewardship ReportMore than ten years ago, we completed renovations on the Abbey’s original wing, what we now call the Spirituality Center. We installed completely new electrical, plumbing and heating systems, in a building that would now be fully air-conditioned, with an elevator, a new handicapped-accessible entrance and a lovely atrium. Along with the Abbey church, this would be the primary locus for the community’s ongoing ministry to the local church. Looking back over the past decade, we strongly believe that it was a wise and fruitful investment.

As expected, the project required us to borrow $ 5,000,000, which in turn led to a discussion about our overall financial situation, especially our poorly funded Retirement Plan. Thus came the decision to sell 42 of our 130 acres. After a lot of work from a lot of people, on the Feast of Saint Norbert in 2006, we signed an agreement of sale that would not only provide enough money to pay off all our of our indebtedness and fund 100% of our Retirement Plan, but it would also provide the $ 1,000,000 needed to repair the Church roof as well as set up a new endowment to support our life and ministries. We were scheduled to go to settlement in 2008.

However, delays in the township approval process prevented us from going to settlement by the deadline specified in the agreement of sale. Meanwhile the impact of the financial crisis on the real estate market made it impossible for our developers to extend the deadline and go forward with their plans – and we both agreed to “hit the pause button”. (Happily for us, they continued to make pre-payments that enabled us to service our indebtedness for several more years.)

On the Feast of Saint Augustine in 2014, we signed a new agreement of sale with the same developers – and by the time this Newsletter goes to press, we will be close to going to settlement (with construction of infrastructure for 55 houses on 42 acres likely to begin in the Spring). Of course, in a new market, the amount we will receive is far less than in 2006. But, it will be enough to cover most of our debt (we will still have a mortgage) and bring the balance in our Retirement Plan to about 70% of our retirement needs. While there will not be enough to pay for the Church roof or a new endowment, your generosity to our 50th Anniversary Campaign replaced almost two-thirds of what we had hoped for in the endowment fund!

So there is much financial blessing to report over the past months. As people of faith, we are happy to say that our glass is clearly more than half full – and for this we are grateful.

The charts to the right give a brief overview of income and expenses for fiscal 2012-13 and 2013-14. Thanks especially to the generosity of so many good friends and benefactors, our operating budget continued to be stable and covered our needs. Now, with the sale of the land, our balance sheet will also be returning to good health.

May the good Lord continue to bless you and your loved ones

Father Joseph Serano, o.Praem., Treasurer* 2013:14: This does not include another $ 19,000 donated to Outreach for St. Gabriel’s Food Cupboard, Bethesda Project, Mision Santa Maria and Aid to the Church in the Philippines.

REPORTANNUAL

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Donations and Fundraising 2011-2012

Annual Giving:

Sunday Collections:

Mail Campaign:

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Gratitude is at the heart of Sunday worship. Indeed, in Greek, the word “eucharistein” literally means “to give thanks”. Building on this simple

truth, someone once suggested that when we gather for the Eucharist and the presider sings ”The Mystery of Faith”, we are invited to “look” gratefully in four ways.

First, we would look back to the night before He died, when He took bread broken and wine poured out, saying “This is My Body” and “This is My Blood” (anticipating Good Friday) and then added “Do this in memory of Me.”. What a marvelous gift. Second, this saving gift calls us to look inside and acknowledge our own unworthiness, even as we give thanks for God’s abundant mercy. Third, we have the opportunity to look around and see the Body of Christ that is not only on the altar but also in the pews, an invitation to be grateful for one another. Finally, the Eucharist always asks us to look forward to that heavenly banquet with the Communion of Saints, whom we thank for giving us hope at how life’s journey is meant to end.

In November, we Norbertines of Daylesford Abbey would also look gratefully in four ways. We look back to November 13, 1963, when we became an independent foundation -- and we give thanks for the many wonderful people who have supported us throughout the past fifty years. We then look inside and admit our limitations, the mistakes we’ve made and perhaps people we’ve hurt over the years -- and we give thanks for their patience, charity and for-giveness toward us sinners. Of course, we also look around and see the loving faces of the many, whose generous walking with us truly makes our life and ministry possible. (The charts to your right report some of the financial numbers that demonstrate that generosity, but they say nothing of the sharing of time and talent, manifest in the hundreds of hours of volunteering and then the weekly donations of food and casseroles that enable us to support those in need.) Finally, we would look forward to the years ahead when, with your help, we hope to continue to fulfill our mission of service to the local church.

Mentioning the “future” provides an opportunity to say thank you to the hundreds of people who contributed to our Fiftieth Anniversary Fund, a restricted endowment (not noted in these charts) that will help provide for our older members, educate our younger ones and assist with the upkeep of the Abbey church. Our goal was $1,200,000 and, since we have cash and pledges for that amount, we qualify to receive a further $ 600,000 (via a one-for-two matching grant). It’s all quite extraordinary -- and very humbling.

In closing, I would simply add that, when we gather for Eucharist in the Ab-bey church each day, our primary intention is gratitude for our families, friends, and benefactors -- and petition that the good Lord might continue to bless you all.

Rev. Joseph Serano, O. Praem., Treasurer

*2012-13: Sharing at Two Tables -- a further $ 11,000 was collected by the abbey outreach committee and distributed to Bethesda Project and its ministry to the homeless, mision santa maria which serves chester county migrant worker families as well as st. gabriel’s Food cupboard in south Philadelphia.

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September 2014NORBERTINE ASSOCIATES GATHER IN ALBUQUERQUE

“Welcome to the Land of Enchantment” – these words greeted fifteen Daylesford Associates at the Norbertine Abbey of Santa Maria de la Vid located just south of Albuquerque. Set in seventy acres of beautiful desert with stunning views of the Sandia Mountains under clear blue sky, it is a perfect setting for retreat, contemplation and prayer.

We gathered with Associates from Albuquerque and De Pere for a rich, three-day experience of liturgy, study, and communio, focusing on the spirituality and history of the Southwest where Native American, Spanish and Anglo cultures converged over the centuries.

We visited sacred Native American sites, 17th century Spanish mission churches and the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Fe. We spent time in study and prayer at the Abbey, attended Mass at a large Hispanic parish served by the Abbey, enjoyed a display of Mexican dances, and visited the restored mission church of the Isleta Pueblo, also served by the Norbertines.

We experienced the Norbertine tradition of joyful communio. We greeted friends from previous gatherings and made new friends as we relaxed together over delicious meals. Our Albuquerque hosts were wonderful, and we from Daylesford were indeed enchanted by our stay in the desert.


By Kate Wanner, Associate Director


SPIRITUALITY CENTERPROGRAM GUIDE • WINTER AND SPRING 2015

Understanding Family Systems for Community LivingPresenter: Steven Albero, O. Praem. M. Div., MA, NCC, LPCDates: January 15, 22,29, February 5,12, 19, 26, March 5, 12,19Time: Depending on the response, this program will be offered each day at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.It is important when you register that you indicate the time that is best for you.Offering: $10 per session $80 (all ten sessions)

This 10 week program is designed to increase participants’ awareness of the role their family of origin plays in the formative process in which they presently fi nd themselves. The course will provide a foundation for the understanding and the assessment of the ongoing dynamic infl uence the family of origin has on shaping a sense of self, relational patterns, group dynamics, and even one’s image of God. An overview of the application of general theory to assessing and conceptualizing one’s own family will be provided throughout the course. The course also examines issues of family development, including the roles of gender and culture on developing family beliefs, rituals and values.

Ash Wednesday - Beginning the Forty Days of LentPresenter: Joseph Serano, O. Praem.Date: February 18, 2015Offering: $30 per person

In the early church, after a considerable time of discernment and formation, catechumens were baptized at the Easter Vigil. Their fi nal preparation was a “forty day retreat”, that eventually the church decided was appropriate for all believers who would be renewing their own baptismal promises at the Vigil. Thus, in broad strokes, Lent as we know it was born – and Ash Wednesday is the fi rst of the forty days.Traditionally, three practices are central to the Lenten observance: prayer, fasting and almsgiving. The conferences of this Day of Recollection will not only offer some thoughts on each of the three but, perhaps more importantly, examine how “one needs the other.” The goal is to get Lent off to a fresh start, all looking toward the Holy Week Triduum and its culmination in the Easter Vigil. Do join us.8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer (optional)9:00 a.m. Registration/Coffee9:30 a.m. First Conference10:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament11:30 a.m. Mass12:15 a.m. Simple Lunch1:00 a.m. Second Conference1:45 a.m. Personal Time2:15 a.m. Final Session

How to Discover and Formulate a Spiritual LegacyPresenter: Frances J. Rhodes, Ph.D.Dates: February 12, 19, 16, March 5, 12 (Thursdays)Time: 10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.You are encouraged to end each session with noon prayer in the Divine Word Chapel.Offering: $50 per person

This is a course designed to provide participants with the opportunity to explore, discover and formulate a spiritual legacy to pass on to their loved one. While based on the book entitled “Creating a Spiritual Legacy” by Daniel Taylor, it is not necessary to purchase the book. The program is limited to 12 participants who can commit to attending all fi ve sessions.

A Lenten Day of Retreat for Women Re-arranging the Chambers of One’s Heart” A Mini Course in Interior DecoratingPresenters: Clare Gavin and Peggy WalshDate: February 21, 2014

Offering: $30 per person

“Your home should tell your story. I want to walk in the door and learn something about who you are?” Nate Berkus - Interior Décor Guru“Some might say that the chambers of our heart homes are like rooms waiting to be rearranged.” Father Steve Albero - homily 1/1/14What is it we hold and refl ect on in our hearts? What type of rooms exist there? Could our hearts stand to be rearranged? As we begin this Lenten Season we will ask God for eyes to see the rooms just as they are, while knowing God is with us just as we are. The Spirit will guide us in needed rearranging to refl ect our true stories and how we desire to live in them.

In Celebration of Thomas Merton’s 100th Birthday!Presenter: Paul PearsonDate: February 28, 2014 (Saturday)Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. (11:30 a.m. Eucharist will be part of the day)Offering: $50

Session One: Thomas Merton: A Monk with the Vision of an Artist

Session Two: A Hidden Wholeness: The Zen Photography of Thomas Merton

Call to Wholly Listening Lenten RetreatPresenter: Nancy SantamariaDates: March 5 - 7Offering: $140 per person (Arrive in time for Friday night dinner at 5:40 p.m. and stay overnight until late Saturday afternoon). $170 per person (Stay Saturday night and enjoy Saturday night dinner and stay for Sunday Mass at 10:30 a.m.) Commuter: $60 per person

We live in a hurried, scheduled, noisy world - a world where listening is becoming a lost art. Most of the time, conversations are about making a point in the pursuit of being heard. What if we listened to others, to ourselves and to our God with our whole selves? What would that look like? Listening is essential to effective communication, to fulfi lling connections and to developing a deep relationship with God. For our Lenten preparations, let’s turn down the noise and turn up the level of listening. Come to explore “A Call to Wholly Listening” together through music, scripture, fi lm clips, discussion, quiet, and practicing listening. For those staying until Sunday, there will be a brief session on Sunday morning before Mass.

Re-arranging the Chambers of One’s Heart”

“Your home should tell your story. I want to walk in the door and learn


FOOD FOR BODY AND SOUL

Lunch and Learn and Spiritual SupperAnother Look at Pope Francis and “The Joy of the Gospel”Dates: February 24, March 3, March 10, March 24Presenter: Joseph Serano, O.Praem.Lunch and Learn: Begins with noon prayer and is followed by lunch in the Chapter RoomSpiritual Supper: Begins with dinner at 5:40

p.m. in the Abbey Dining Room followed by a presentation in the Chapter Room at 6:30 p.m.

Last Fall, some 50 people attended a two session program on this topic and, afterwards, there was a strong consensus that “we needed more time”. So, during Lent, we will try again – this time with four sessions, all Tuesdays. (If you came in the Fall, you know that more than half of our time together was given to questions/comments/discussion, so you might want to come back and join the “fi rst-timers”) All are welcome to join us at noon for “Lunch and Learn”, a simple meal following Noon Prayer in the Abbey Church and then a session in the Chapter Room. Alternatively, you may choose to come for a “Spiritual Supper” at 5:40 followed by a ninety-minute session. (Registration gives the option of coming only for the evening session at 6:30 p.m.) Options: $20 per person per session for Lunch and Learn ($70 for all four sessions) $25 per person per session for Spiritual Supper ($90 for all four sessions) $15 per person per session for Spiritual Supper presentation only ($ 50 for all four)

Spiritual Supper - “How Praying the Psalms Helps Us to Grow Spiritually”

Presenter: David Driesch, O. Praem.Date: March 24 (Tuesday)Time: 5:40 p.m. (Dinner) 6:30 p.m. (Presentation)Offering: $25 (with dinner) $15 (presentation only)

Praying the psalms on a regular basis connects our everyday life to God. The psalms help us to better understand the rhythms of life. When we pray the psalms, we are able to tell our story, cry out our pain, give thanks to God, learn to trust and then praise God in song! Since Vatican Council II, more people have begun to pray the psalms by praying the Liturgy of the Hours. This evening will explore the different types of psalms that are found in the Scriptures and how they can help a person grow spiritually.

BOOK DISCUSSIONSFor all Book Discussions, you will be told what to read for Session #1 upon registration

If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat by John OrtbergFacilitator: Theodore Antry, O. Praem.Dates: April 7, 14, 21, 28 (Tuesdays)Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Offering: $40 (four sessions)

Deep within you lies the same faith and longing that sent Peter walking across the wind-swept Sea of Galilee toward Jesus. In what ways is the Lord telling you, as he did Peter, “Come”? John Ortberg invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zone. Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God. The experience is terrifying. It’s thrilling beyond belief. It’s everything you’d expect of someone worthy to be called Lord. The choice is yours to know Him as only a water-walker can, aligning yourself with God’s purpose for your life in the process. There’s just one requirement: If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat.

Our One Great Act of Fidelity by Ronald RolheiserFacilitator: Maurice Avicolli, O. Praem.Dates: June 25, July 9,16,23,30 (Thursdays)Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Offering: $50 (fi ve sessions)In this book the author gives his personal insight regarding the meaning and celebration of the Eucharist. Each chapter is an explanation of how the Eucharist touches the worshipping assembly. Overall, the content reinforces the Eucharist as the center and anchor of Catholic belief in God and access to God. The book underscores the Church’s fi delity in never ceasing to celebrate Eucharist, which has been the glue holding the Church together in spite of its own sinfulness and maintaining the Church’s union with Chris and faithfulness to His vision. Upon registration, you will be advised what to read before the fi rst session.

Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully aliveA Preparatory Catechesis for the World Meeting of FamiliesFacilitator: Maurice Avicolli, O. Praem.Dates: September 3,10, 17 (Thursdays)Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Offering: $30 (three sessions)This book is a catechesis of Catholic teaching about marriage and the family, in accordance with the Church’s fundamental beliefs about Jesus Christ. Two themes underlie specifi c details discussed: that each family is a domestic church and secondly, family and church are mutually dependent upon each other. These discussions represent Catholic preparation for the Eighth World Meeting of Families to be held in Philadelphia from September 22 to 27, 2015.

The Crystal Staircase by Sandra FrancisPresenter and Facilitator: Sandra FrancisDates: April 13, 20, 27Time: 6:30 p.m. ~ 8:00 p.m.Offering: $10 per session

The Crystal Staircase is a heart-centered exploration on the spiritual journey toward healing and wholeness. This book is based on the author’s own story inspired by true events that take place at a retreat attended with other medical professionals. But the story is for anyone who wants to deepen their own contemplation in order to extract from life the inner beauty, compassion and wisdom that will help you to engage others in graceful and loving ways.

The author Sandra Francis, RN., BA anthropology, Master of humanities, Ph.D anthropology has been an Assistant Professor at the Community College of Philadelphia for several years.

Come meet the author for the fi rst evening’s gathering to hear more about her background, life and experiences on the healing path. The book will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation. There will be a book group discussion to attend that will meet on the following two consecutive Monday evenings.

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Triduum Overnight Retreat

Join us for the Triduum Overnight Retreat, a Norbertine tradition full of beautiful liturgies, participation in the prayer life of the Norbertines, thought-provoking conferences and time to enjoy the quiet of these most sacred days. Register early to reserve your spot!Offering: $200 (Thursday evening dinner thru Easter Sunday breakfast) $190 (Thursday after dinner thru Easter Sunday morning breakfast)

Triduum ConferencesContemplating The Passion of Christ Through ArtPresenters: Sister Kathleen Szpila, Ph.D. and William Trader, O.Praem.

Abbey Faith & Music Fest Night of PraiseOffering: Free WillFebruary 6: St. Norbert Festival of Praise to be held at the AbbeyApril 10: ConcertJune 12: ConcertSchedule: Music/Witness/Adoration/Music/Fellowship

Join us for an evening of joy-fi lled praise and worship in the spirit of the Abbey Faith & Music Fest. Come together to celebrate the beauty of our faith through Spirit-fi lled praise and worship, Eucharistic Adoration and fellowship in Christ in the beautiful Abbey Church.Worship will be led by Firehill, our own AbbeyFest praise team that led us in music during Mass our fi rst Fest. Join us as we keep the fl ame of AbbeyFest burning throughout the year.

Year of Consecrated Life Programs/Events: Sunday Vespers Celebrating Consecrated LifeTime: 4:00 p.m.Date: Second Sunday of every month

Includes a Refl ection on The Charism of Men and Women in the Consecrated LifeEveryone is welcome to join us on the Second Sunday of each month as we highlight religious community at Vespers. Note that Vespers will begin at 4:00 p.m. so a brief refl ection can be shared highlighting the charism, mission and work of each community.

Sisters’ SundayThe Joy of the Gospel and the Two Halves of LifePresenter: David Driesch, O. Praem.Date: March 8 Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Pope Francis has inspired many people to refl ect upon the Joy of the Gospel, especially those in Consecrated Life. This Sisters’ Sunday will focus on how the Joy of the Gospel is related to the two halves

of life that Richard Rohr, O.F.M. and Ronald Rolheiser, O.M.I., have written about over the past few years. All are invited to end the day and join the Norbertine Community for Vespers at 4 p.m. where, a religious community will offer a refl ection on their mission and charism.

Phyllis Martin Day“Immigration: A Faith Perspective”Presenter: Deacon Juan BarajasDate: March 23 (Sunday after the 10:30 a.m. Mass and Brunch)Offering: $25 per personImmigration is not only an economic or political issue; it is about separated families, exploited workers, and our broken communities: it is a moral issue. This refl ection will be a faith perspective on immigration based on the Sacred Scripture and on our faith values.

Wholy You: The Journey to Wholeness and HolinessPresenter: De YarrisonDate: April 11 (Saturday)Time: 10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Offering: $30 Per Person

At times, we’ve forgotten or lost touch with who we REALLY ARE: naturally creative, resilient, and WHOLE women. Our Journey to Wholeness begins with seeing ourselves clearly. Our self-vision is very often tinted (or tainted) by pressures to conform to the world’s standards of what it means to be a wife, mother, or ‘good person’. We tend to see ourselves much more narrowly than God sees us!

The Two Tables of First Friday 2015Dates: February 6, March 6, May 1 (April 3 is Good Friday)Time: 11:00 a.m. Place: Divine Word Chapel Offering: $10 per person (lunch served at 11:45 a.m.)

Join us for a simple Mass to honor the tradition of First Friday. Contemplative music will be provided by Clare Gavin, Daylesford Abbey’s Music Ministry. Anointing will be offered to those who may be suffering in body, mind or spirit. Mass will be followed by lunch in the Abbey Dining room.

How to Register: 610-647-2530 x133 or

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Holy Thursday, April 28:00 P.M. Eucharist of the Lord’s Supper

10:00 P.M. Offi ce of Vigils for Good Friday

Good Friday, April 38:30 A.M. Morning Prayer

10:30 A.M. Triduum Conference

12:00 Noon Midday Prayer

3:00 P.M. Solemn Service of the

Lord’s Passion and Death

7:30 P.M. Taizé Around the Cross

Holy Saturday, April 48:30 A.M. Morning Prayer

10:30 A.M. Triduum Conference

12:00 Noon Midday Prayer

4:30 P.M. Vespers

9:00 P.M. Solemn Easter Vigil and Eucharist

Easter Sunday, April 58:30 A.M. Morning Prayer

10:30 A.M. Eucharist

4:30 P.M. Easter Vespers

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