Ash Wednesday Mini Retreat—A Gift of the Hearts
Feb. 22, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bro. Chris Best, OFM
Come join us for a gathering of seekers for God’s heart in this season of Lent. Out time together will include Mass and distribution of blessed Ashes. It will also be an opportunity for all to make the sacrament of reconciliation. This will be a time of prayer, meditation, communal sharing and renewal. Cost $25 pp includes a simple lunch. Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3651 x111.


Women’s Retreat Weekend, Feb 24-26, 2012
A retreat led by Fr. Stan Fortuna from the Bronx, NY. With Daily Mass, Adoration, and Stations of the Cross.  The retreat cost is $225, which includes shared room accommodations, and five meals from Friday evening to Sunday morning. Single rooms and commuter rates available. To register call Judy Salmon at 619-884-3829 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Old Mission San Luis Rey in collaboration with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and the Lilly Endowment, Inc. present Finding the Well of Joy (Come, all you who are thirsty. Come to the waters. Isaiah 55:1)  with OCP recording artist Trevor Thomson.   Blessed Abbot Marmion once said that, “Joy is the echo of God in us.” In this workshop, we will discover the rich pool of joy that resides in us and learn how to tap into it even in difficult and trying times.

CHRISTMAS AT THE MISSION
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14TH
From 6pm-9pm. Area restaurants and the chefs
of the Old Mission will offer a taste of their specialties.
Caroling in the Old Mission Church 5pm- 6pm.

CHRISTMAS DISH GARDENS
For a special Christmas gift, check out the festive dish gardens
at the Welcome Center. They are unique and reasonably
priced, from $5 on up. Especially featured at the Gift Shop
and Welcome Center are small terrariums with Mission logo
etched in the glass for only $25.

For more information on these events, visit
www.sanluisrey.org. Or call Linda Causee at
760-757-3651, ext 127.

Serenity Retreat—January 20-22, 2012
By Fr. Tom Weston SJ
Here is an opportunity to spend a weekend  with women and men in recovery from alcoholism and addiction. Our retreat is open to
folks in AA, NA and Al-Anon. The retreat will focus on the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous with prayer and mediation. The retreat begins with dinner at 6:00 p.m. and ends with lunch on Sunday. Private single room is $240, shared room is $190, commuter $130.

Music at the Mission - Friday, December 9th
Concert 7pm-8:30pm followed by dessert reception. Concert
performed in the Historic Church by Legacy Choir, conducted
by James Drollinger. All seats reserved. Proceeds benefit the
retrofit of the Old Mission Church.

Christmas at the Mission - Wednesday, December 14th
From 6pm-9pm. Area restaurants and the chefs of the Old
Mission will offer a taste of their specialties. Caroling in the
Old Mission Church 5pm-6pm.

For more information on these events, visit www.sanluisrey.org. Or call Linda Causee at 760-757-3651, ext 127.

PRAYER SERVICE, WORKSHOP, CONCERT:
Bob Hurd will lead an evening prayer service at the Mission  on Dec 2 at 7:30 p.m., followed by a retreat on Prayer, Spirituality and the Word, an exploration of Centering Prayer, Lectio Divina and Liturgy of the Hours on Sat., Dec. 3 from
9:00 am—4:00 pm and a concert at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00. There is no charge for the retreat, but reservations are required.

For more information call 760-547-6641 or email nancyscibetta@gmail.com

“When My Child Walks Away From The Church”  w/Barbara Hughes
Sat. Oct. 8, 2011 - 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Please pre-register by visiting www.sanluisrey.org or calling 760-757- 3959 x111. Cost: $25 pp (includes lunch)

The friends of the Mission membership program provides an opportunity for individuals, groups, and businesses to support the preservation, restoration and enhancement of this national historic landmark.

Friends of the Mission members receive benefits depending on the level of membership, including museum passes, the Enewsletter,  events tickets and discounts. For information on becoming a member call 760.757.3651 or visit sanluisrey.org.

Date: Thursday, June 16, 2011
Place: Old Mission Church
Time: Starts at  5:30 pm, dinner after

The familiar children’s tale, The Ugly Duckling is really a story about the human heart and its search for self-identity. Join
Barbara Hughes as we gradually discover our identity in Christ as a beloved child of God.  This Evening Twilight Retreat begins at 5:30 pm with Mass in the Old Mission Church followed by dinner and the presentation. Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org. Cost: $20 per
person.

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Volunteer Opportunities at the Old Mission

Old Mission San Luis Rey depends on the support of its volunteers in order to serve the public, so please consider spending a few
spare hours at the Old Mission, 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside. Stop by, or call the Museum Department for more information on volunteering, 760-757-3651 x148.

Twilight Retreat: “The Power of Forgiveness: Making Peace with the Past”
Wednesday, May 11, 2011, 5:30 pm

All of us have things that happen to us in life, which create pain, anger and grief. In most cases, they come unexpectedly and are rarely deserved. How do we handle it? What instruction does God’s Word give? Forgiveness happens in stages, breaks the chain of resentment, enables us to make peace with the past and opens the door to love.

This Evening Twilight Retreat begins at 5:30 pm with Mass in the Old Mission Church followed by dinner and the presentation. Cost: $20 per person. Register online at www.sanluisrey.org
or by calling the Retreat Center at 760-757.3659.

Sacred Triduum Retreat
“Tree of Death/Tree of Life”
April 21 – 24, 2011

This is an opportunity to journey deeper into the Mystery of Salvation during Holy Week at a retreat with Fr. David Gaa, ofm and Barbara Hughes. Join us at the Old Mission San Luis Rey Retreat Center for reflections and quiet prayer time with mid-morning sessions on Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday and evening liturgies at the parish.

Check in: 4 pm – 5:30 pm, Thursday, April 21. The retreat begins with dinner at 5:30 pm and ends with Easter Sunday Mass at 10 am.

Private room $275; Shared room $195 per person; Commuter $110 per person.

Register online at www.sanluisrey.org or by calling the Retreat Center at 760-757-3659.

Lenten Wednesdays Series
“A Lenten Pilgrimage of the Heart”
Profound Spiritual Paths that call to us across the centuries

Wednesday Mornings 10 am – 12 pm

April 6 – A wisdom journey to your deepest self with the desert mothers and fathers

April 13 – Deepening stages of interior prayer with St. Teresa of Avila, reformer and Doctor of Prayer

April 20 – From dark night experiences to union with God according to the teachings of St. John of the Cross

Presenter: Barbara Hughes, experienced retreat facilitator, columnist, author, and spiritual guide

Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org. Suggestion donation is $5 per session and with lunch it is $15 per session

Old Mission San Luis Rey depends on the support of its volunteers in order to serve the public, so please consider spending a few spare hours at the Old Mission, 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside. Stop by, or call the Museum Department for more information on volunteering, 760-757-3651 x148.

The price will be, $3,399.00 per person, based on double occupancy. Price includes round-trip air fare from San Diego, airline taxes/surcharges, first class hotel accommodations, all hotel taxes, breakfast
and dinner daily, land transportation by deluxe motor coach, all transfers and baggage handling,
comprehensive sightseeing with all entrance fees (per itinerary), professional guide Fr. Garret Edmunds, OFM, and daily Mass. For more information, please contact: Linda and Don Patera, 619-370-9064.

Profound Spiritual Paths that call to us across the centuries
Wednesday Mornings 10 am – 12 pm

April 6 – A wisdom journey to your deepest self with the
desert mothers and fathers

April 13 – Deepening stages of interior prayer with St. Teresa
of Avila, reformer and Doctor of Prayer

April 20 – From dark night experiences to union with God
according to the teachings of St. John of the Cross

Presenter: Barbara Hughes, experienced retreat facilitator,
columnist, author, and spiritual guide

Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org. Suggestion donation is $5 per session and with lunch it is $15 per session

Twilight Retreat: “Furthering the Cause of Peace through Better Understanding of Islam”
Wednesday, March 23, 2011, 5:30 pm with Father David Gaa, OFM and Barbara Hughes

Join us for this evening retreat as we learn about beliefs held in common and areas where theologies differ. This Evening Retreat begins at 5:30 pm with Mass in the Old Mission Church followed by dinner and the presentation. Must pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org. Cost is $20 per person.

Do you have an interest in early California history and enjoy talking with people? Then this may be the volunteer job for you. Old Mission San Luis Rey is looking for a few good volunteers to help in various departments on the weekends. Shifts vary from 2 to 4 hours and include placement in the historic museum, Mission church and welcome center.

Wednesday, March 9th from 9am-4pm with Father Larry Dolan, OFM

We begin Lent at historic Mission San Luis Rey with SILENCE. We will look at silence as presented in Sacred Scripture and have time to be alone with the God of Silence.  Our time together will also include Mass and distribution of
blessed ashes.

Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org. Cost $25 per person includes lunch.

Please join the Old Mission San Luis Rey Foundation for the 2nd in their complimentary lecture series, “King of the Missions – Yesterday, Today and  Tomorrow.” The lecture will be conducted by Dr. Daniel Krieger, professor emeritus at Cal Poly State and president of the California Missions Studies Association. It will be held at Mira Costa College in the Little Theater on Thursday, February 17, 2011 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Please RSVP to 760-231-5362 or go to www.sanluisreyhistoricfoundation.com.

February 16, 2011 from 10 am-1 pm,  join Father Larry Dolan, OFM for his "Obedience of Faith" retreat.

Our response to God is called the 'obedience of faith.' What does this mean in today's church? Is there
conflict between obedience and reason? How can a thinking modern person give give faithful assent? $20.00 includes lunch. Please register by February 2, 2011.
 

To pre-register or for more information on these retreats or any future retreats, please call the Mission at 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org.

Here is an opportunity to spend a weekend with women and men in recovery from alcoholism and addiction. Our
retreat is open to folks in AA, NA and Al-Anon. The retreat will focus on the 12-Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous with time for prayer and meditation.

Fr. Tom Weston, SJ has been involved in 12-Step Programs since 1976. He counsels, conducts workshops and seminars and preaches retreats internationally and often.

This retreat begins with dinner Friday at 6pm and ends with lunch on Sunday. Private single room $240; Shared room $190 per person; Commuter $100. Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org.

On  Saturday, January 8th from 10 am to 1 pm,  join Father Larry Dolan, OFM at Mission San Luis Rey for a Women's Spiritual Day of Reflection.

 
At the beginning of a New Year, we will contemplate the tension between the old and the new, the issues of conservative and progressive in the Church and the world today. $20.00 includes lunch. 

For more information, please call the Mission at 760-757-
3659 or visit our website at www.sanluisrey.org.

 My sincere appreciation to everyone who helped to make this year’s Christmas Boutique a success. Thank you and God Bless you!

- Jeanne St. Amant

The Welcome Center at Old Mission San Luis Rey is selling
beautiful, living gift items. Their Christmas Dish Gardens and
Living Wreaths will brighten up any home for the holidays.
Each creation is unique, and prices are very reasonable. Stop
by soon for a great selection.

     Join us on Tuesday, December 14 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

It’s that special time of year when the friars host “Christmas at the Mission,” a night of
holiday lights, music, and especially good food.

Join us in the Sacred Garden of Old Mission San Luis Rey where area restaurants will offer a taste of their specialties from appetizers to desserts, and strolling carolers will put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

Tickets: $35 per person. Make your reservations by December 7.

Call 760-757-3651 x127 or reserve on-line at www.sanluisrey.org.