Emmanuel Retreat: God With Us
An individually directed Ignatian retreat for individuals who are seeking to engage their imagination, intellect and emotions as they pray with Scripture passages that have Advent themes of hope, listening, patience, self-giving love and joy.
Dates: December 6 - 12, 2026
Registration Deadline: Sunday, November 22, 2026
To enter fully into the grace of this Ignatian retreat, we encourage you to prayerfully consider whether you are able to make space for the following commitments:
- Attend the opening session in person on Sunday, December 6th, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in the Chapel of St. Ignatius. Parking will be available at Visitation School. (A zoom option is available for those who live outside the DC metro area.)
- Set aside 30 minutes each weekday (Monday through Friday) for personal, uninterrupted prayer.
- Meet daily with a spiritual director (Monday through Friday) for approximately 30 minutes. Spiritual direction is offered in person on the campus of Holy Trinity or virtually. If you are meeting virtually, please ensure you are in a private, quiet, and prayerful environment.
- Attend the closing session in person on Saturday, December 12th from 10:00 am to noon in the Chapel of St. Ignatius. Parking will be available at Visitation School. (A zoom option is available for those who live outside the DC metro area.)
Making these commitments will help foster a retreat experience that is focused, prayerful, and open to the movements of the Spirit.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN CLOSER TO THE RETREAT
Registration deadline is November 22, 2026