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Posted on 3/9/15 at 9:53 pm to Happygilmore
I have been kicking around the idea of attending one. Wasn't sure since I am protestant. However, this thread is really making me want to go. Good info in here.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:28 pm to LC412000
quote:
Can you smoke cigars in your free time?
I burn 3 a day while I am there. I even bring a bunch for others incase someone else wants one.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:30 pm to mpar98
I've gone to Manresa for the better part of the past 10 years and have regretted those couple of times I didn't go. Do yourself a favor and go!!! I usually try to attend everything, but it's definitely not something you have to do.
I go over 4th of July weekend, but am looking to change. I brought my bike and rode about 18 miles on the levee just enjoying the quiet solitude of the river.
My paw-paw went for probably 30 years.
I go over 4th of July weekend, but am looking to change. I brought my bike and rode about 18 miles on the levee just enjoying the quiet solitude of the river.
My paw-paw went for probably 30 years.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:36 pm to CMBears1259
Apologize for the questions but the positive comments have perked my interest
Sleeping arrangements?
Communal bathroom?
Sleeping arrangements?
Communal bathroom?
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:43 pm to LC412000
quote:
Sleeping arrangements?
Communal bathroom?
Each retreatant gets his own room and bathroom. Much like a dorm room
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:46 pm to CMBears1259
And it's free? Seems too good to be true. I'm pretty intrigued.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 10:48 pm to CMBears1259
Thanks for the answers
I know a couple of captains and will inquire about getting in their groups
If I am able to get in and attend my wife will be so happy lol
I know a couple of captains and will inquire about getting in their groups
If I am able to get in and attend my wife will be so happy lol
Posted on 3/9/15 at 11:00 pm to Tigerstudent08
While it is "free", you are asked to contribute if you can. The cost would be approximately $400 per man for the 3 day run. There are some that may not contribute some years and make up for it in later years when they are financially able.
There are also some anonymous "heavy hitters" that give upwards of $100k. Manreesa is the flagship retreat house and it helps fund some other retreat houses "in the family" around the nation that aren't as financially sound. The grounds are the old campus of Louisiana College in Convent, LA. Those buildings are very old and maintaining them to the beautiful standard that they do requires a substantial amount of money. I always give more than the $400 that it would cost for my stay.
A.M.D.G.
There are also some anonymous "heavy hitters" that give upwards of $100k. Manreesa is the flagship retreat house and it helps fund some other retreat houses "in the family" around the nation that aren't as financially sound. The grounds are the old campus of Louisiana College in Convent, LA. Those buildings are very old and maintaining them to the beautiful standard that they do requires a substantial amount of money. I always give more than the $400 that it would cost for my stay.
A.M.D.G.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 11:14 pm to mpar98
Know some guys who have gone. Seems kinda weird, but they said they got a lot out of it. I guess it's not much different than spending the weekend by yourself at the camp.
Posted on 3/9/15 at 11:25 pm to Jim Rockford
I'm not religious at all and I enjoyed it.
My FIL brings a few cigars and some scotch and just sips and smokes during the free time in the evenings. Even brought some whiskey and a smoke for me.
Id put a dip in and go walk the grounds. It's incredibly quiet. I even took a couple of naps, which I can't seem to do at home. The instructions (talks) aren't bad, and if you have a good leader for the weekend they can be enjoyable.
I didn't think it was my thing at all, but it's very relaxing and you get a lot of quiet time to think.
ETA A few times Id go walk to the river and just watch the boats pass. Your free time is exactly that, yours. Do whatever you want during that time.
My FIL brings a few cigars and some scotch and just sips and smokes during the free time in the evenings. Even brought some whiskey and a smoke for me.
Id put a dip in and go walk the grounds. It's incredibly quiet. I even took a couple of naps, which I can't seem to do at home. The instructions (talks) aren't bad, and if you have a good leader for the weekend they can be enjoyable.
I didn't think it was my thing at all, but it's very relaxing and you get a lot of quiet time to think.
ETA A few times Id go walk to the river and just watch the boats pass. Your free time is exactly that, yours. Do whatever you want during that time.
This post was edited on 3/9/15 at 11:29 pm
Posted on 3/9/15 at 11:32 pm to Marco Esquandolas
To answer some of the previous questions:
quote:A lot of people smoke cigars outside. When the weather is nice and the mosquitos are not too bad, we often sit on the porch with a cigar and a cocktail.
Cigars?
quote:These are a thing of the past. Since the renovations a few years ago, each room has a private full bath. One person to a room.
Community bathrooms
quote:While they don't charge you a set amount and donations are left to your discretion, this is not meant to be a free vacation. Everyone is expected to pay on the honor system according to his means. A destitute person in need of spiritual help is welcome to go for free.
Free?
Posted on 3/10/15 at 12:31 am to geauxpurple
How does one go about reserving a room?
Posted on 3/10/15 at 5:05 am to CaptainsWafer
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CaptainsWafer
You sir are way ahead of the maturity game for your age, salut!
Posted on 3/10/15 at 5:42 am to Speys and Tays
My Manresa retreat is this weekend but family commitments are keeping me home this year. My dad has gone something like 40 straight years.
Posted on 3/10/15 at 5:46 am to mpar98
I've never done Manresa but I have attended an Acts retreat. Changed my life.
Posted on 3/10/15 at 8:41 am to wallowinit
quote:Pick a date and find out who the captain is for that group. Manresa provides this info. Contact the captain and tell him you would like to attend. Many groups have waiting lists, but they move quickly.
reserving a room?
Posted on 3/10/15 at 8:50 am to mpar98
I've been going Easter week every year for the last 5 years. I was by all means skeptical the first time. I look forward to it every year....the best sleep, food and environment I get all year. I bring a Lob Wedge and about 4 golf balls and chip the grounds all week.
Posted on 3/10/15 at 10:22 am to Dafunkumean
quote:
I bring a Lob Wedge and about 4 golf balls and chip the grounds all week.
so things like this arent frowned upon by the others that are there? that is good to know. i like "alone silent me time" but at some point i would have to do something to keep from getting antsy
Posted on 3/10/15 at 1:12 pm to Happygilmore
I'm one of two lead captains for group 49 and I just completed my 31st consecutive retreat at Manresa. I'd recommend Manresa to any man of any faith. To register for a retreat go to manresala.org,select the retreat tab and then the scheduling a retreat at manresa tab. This does not guarantee a spot,but it will get you in the system. I can be reached at 20legend@cox.net if anyone has a question or needs help.
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