Front row: Jean Eatinger, Sheila Harrison; 2nd row: Linney Rohrer, Pat Billings, Elsa Naeger; 3rd row: Ann Kertgen, Ruth McGinley, Jane Kearby; Back row: Fr. John Miranda, Diocesan priest

Pat Billings, Jean Eatinger, Sheila Harrison, Jane Kearby, Ann Kertgen, Linney Rohrer, Ruth McGinley and Elsa Naeger attended the Women's Retreat held at Subiaco Abbey on August 18 through the 20th.  The theme of the retreat was "Alone, but never Lonely" dealing with our personal encounters with God.  The retreat was conducted by Reverend John Miranda, a diocesan priest.  There were four presentations throughout the week-end on various aspects of prayer and listening for the still small voice of God.  Father Miranda commented that Americans are very poor listeners.  We must practice to be able to hear God above the distractions of life today.  All the women found the week-end away from their normal routine very helpful in turning their thoughts to God.

Next year's women's retreat will be August 17, 18 and 19 at Subiaco Abbey, Subiaco, Arkansas.  We hope more women wil take advantage of this opportunity for spiritual enrichment.