A Letter from Our Director
Dear Friends,
As I write this, I am aware that spring is passing quickly and that the month of June will soon introduce us to summer. It seems we have been waiting for this season for a long time. We have often felt in recent weeks that winter just didn’t want to let go! But spring (no matter how wet or windy) brings the promise of warm days, fun activities, vacations, and perhaps, if we are lucky, a slower pace throughout our days. Summer is a time for renewal, for change, for possibilities. I suggest to you that this can happen in our spiritual lives as well. What have you neglected in your relationship with God during the busy and hectic days of winter? What can give you a “jump start” in your efforts to know God better? What can you do to serve God by serving others? There is no need for radical change in your life, but there are small things you can do to make this summer a spiritual “vacation.” Some simple suggestions:
This past year was a wonderful, enriching one here at the Center. We had many programs and events that drew people from all over the area. God’s grace was flowing and hearts were rejoicing as we listened, learned, prayed, discussed, and celebrated together each month. THANKS to all of you who supported any or all of these events. We are blessed to have so many friends!
Have a happy, restful, renewing summer, everyone! As the song says, “See you in September” at the IHM Conference Center!
As I write this, I am aware that spring is passing quickly and that the month of June will soon introduce us to summer. It seems we have been waiting for this season for a long time. We have often felt in recent weeks that winter just didn’t want to let go! But spring (no matter how wet or windy) brings the promise of warm days, fun activities, vacations, and perhaps, if we are lucky, a slower pace throughout our days. Summer is a time for renewal, for change, for possibilities. I suggest to you that this can happen in our spiritual lives as well. What have you neglected in your relationship with God during the busy and hectic days of winter? What can give you a “jump start” in your efforts to know God better? What can you do to serve God by serving others? There is no need for radical change in your life, but there are small things you can do to make this summer a spiritual “vacation.” Some simple suggestions:
- Instead of taking a novel to the beach or your patio, read a good spiritual book, perhaps a biography of a saint or saintly person.
- Go to Mass an extra day during the week. Better yet - pay more attention at Sunday Mass to the readings, the prayers, the homily.
- Take a walk with a friend and discuss things that are really important to you.
- Volunteer at a soup kitchen.
- Visit an elderly neighbor.
- Work on a project that will benefit a stranger.
- Start a spiritual reading book club.
- See a GOOD movie or two and share your thoughts about it with someone.
This past year was a wonderful, enriching one here at the Center. We had many programs and events that drew people from all over the area. God’s grace was flowing and hearts were rejoicing as we listened, learned, prayed, discussed, and celebrated together each month. THANKS to all of you who supported any or all of these events. We are blessed to have so many friends!
Have a happy, restful, renewing summer, everyone! As the song says, “See you in September” at the IHM Conference Center!
Important Announcement
Due to a conflict in scheduling, we had to cancel the “Dorothy Day” program on June 5. It will be re-scheduled for September 25. Please see our Home Page for more details.
Due to a conflict in scheduling, we had to cancel the “Dorothy Day” program on June 5. It will be re-scheduled for September 25. Please see our Home Page for more details.
IHM Conference Center
401 South Bryn Mawr Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
ihmconferencecenter.com
610-581-0120
mdgipprich@gmail.com