May 16-18, 2003

DeMello Spirituality
"A renewal for busy people"

Once upon a time there was a Jesuit spiritual teacher named Anthony DeMello. "Tony" touched the hearts of people worldwide because he was so interested in life: real, vibrant, joy-filled living. His captivating stories, his warmth and humor, his insights into happiness and the discovery of the true self all had an exhilarating effect on everyone who listened to him. He went about liberating hearts, making sense out of nonsense, giving meaning to whatever spiritual path one trods.

Fr. DeMello combined in a unique way the spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola and a variety of elements from ancient yogic traditions. One constant spirit evident in his teaching centered not on himself, but on us: to bring out the guru in ourselves, to dance our own dance, to sing our own song. Tony delighted in the command: "Be a light unto yourself." It is in this spirit that we invite you to join us on a journey of exploration and spiritual transformation.

What others have said...

"I left with a sense of self, peace, and calm" (Albert C.)

"An enlightening, wonderful experience" (Alice K.)

Retreat Overview

Date: May 16 - 18, 2003

Location: Serra Retreat House; 3401 Serra Rd., Malibu, CA (off Pacific Coast Hwy). This Franciscan Retreat House is surrounded by quiet canyons with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. For a tour of the grounds, or for driving directions, please see the Serra Retreat House website.

Fees:

• Single Room Occupancy - $330
• Shared Double Occupancy - $290
• Commuter (meals, no room) - $210

Sponsors: This retreat is co-sponsored by the Center for Religion and Spirituality at Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, and the DeMello Spirituality Center at Fordham University, New York. For more information about Fr. Tony DeMello's writings, see the website of the DeMello Spirituality Center.

Retreat Schedule

Friday, May 16, 2003

3:00-5:00 p.m. Check-In
5:00 p.m. Welcoming Social
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. SESSION 1
9:30 p.m. Yoga Relaxation (optional)

Saturday, May 17, 2003

7:00 a.m. Morning Stretching (optional)
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. SESSION 2
10:30 a.m. break
11:00 a.m. SESSION 3
12:30 p.m. Lunch (early afternoon free)
3:30 p.m. SESSION 4
5:30 p.m. Evening Social
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. SESSION 5
9:30 p.m. Yoga Relaxation (optional)

Sunday, May 18, 2003

7:00 a.m. Morning Stretching (optional)
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. SESSION 6
10:30 a.m. break
11:00 a.m. SESSION 7
12:30 p.m. Lunch (departure after lunch)

Retreat Guides

Rev. J. Francis Stroud, S.J.
produces books, video cassettes and audio tapes of Tony DeMello, and lectures frequently on Spirituality. After studying in India with Tony DeMello at the Sadhana Institute, he came to Fordham University where he is a Campus Minister and the Executive Director of the DeMello Spirituality Center.

Jonathan Galente
is a Trustee of the DeMello Spirituality Center and member of the Psychology Department of Fordham University. Jonathan presents exercises to integrate the spiritual themes presented by Fr. Stroud. These Exercises can enrich and transform your life.

Joan Ann Budilovsky
is a certified teacher of yoga and massage and is an award-winning author of books, articles, audio and videotapes on her specialties. She is a featured columnist for LIFE Newspapers and offers complementary classes in yoga and massage during the DeMello Spirituality Conferences.