King's House is located on 47 beautiful, wooded acres just 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis or the JB Bridge. We are a ministry of the
Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate,
a Roman Catholic religious community of priests and brothers who are dedicated to walking with people in their search for God, especially the poor and those who find themselves "on the margins." We welcome people of all faith traditions with warm hospitality and opportunities for spiritual growth.
It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of
Fr. David Kraus, OMI on Wednesday, April 7.
A visitation was held here at King's House from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, April 12, during which we had a special memorial prayer service from 6:45-7:30 p.m. An additional visitation was held the following morning, 9:00 a.m. at the Church at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, followed by Mass at 10:00 and then burial in the Oblate Cemetery in Belleville. Obituary Prayer Page
SPECIAL, ONE-TIME PROGRAMS:
Join with others for a SPIRITUAL BOOK STUDY
on Richard Rohr's THE NAKED NOW
Join King’s House staff member Sr. Janis Yaekel, ASC for an in-depth discussion of this spiritual best-seller that has challenged black-or-white, dualistic thinking for countless spiritual seekers. A different section of the book is discussed 10 a.m. - noon each Wednesday of October. Free will offering taken for the discussion; stay for a tasty lunch for an additional $10. Just call at least one day in advance and state whether you wish to stay for lunch - no other registration is necessary.
· Oct. 6: Chapters 1-9
· Oct. 13: Chapters 10-16
· Oct. 20: Chapters 17-22
· Oct. 27: Practicing the Naked Now
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Seasonal Day of Prayer: "Traveling with Mary"
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During this month of the Rosary, take some prayerful time with Fr. Joe Pitts, OMI. Journey and learn from the greatest example of Christian pilgrimage: the Mother of God. Your day includes: presentations, celebration of the Eucharist, the option of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and a delicious lunch. I5 to 30 minute chair-massage option available. Open to all: single, married, religious, & clergy.
Monday, October 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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"A Gathering of Men"
For some time King's House staff have been talking about having a monthly spiritaulity group just for men. This evening we will kick off a new program just for men in order to foster open, respectful discussion about our common experiences - especially around our beliefs and values. Join us and help us bring this new program to life! No fee.
Tuesdsay, October 12 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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ANNUAL SERENITY RETREAT: "Living the Twelve Steps"
Much has been written and more has been said about the twelve steps. But the steps only work if the path is actually taken, if the walk is truly “walked.” Each person in recovery has a unique story, one’s individual way of discovering how to live sobriety. Join Bob Martin, formerly of Guest House, and other men and women actively practicing 12-step recovery for this enlightening weekend program. Set aside some sacred time to reflect on how your unique path is guided by these common principles for every recovering individual’s health in body, mind and spirit.
Friday evening, November 19 - Sunday Lunch, Novemebr 21
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"Food as Gift for the Season"
A Gourmet, Weekend Retreat for Advent & Christmas
In times of Christmas preparations and family gatherings, our minds drift to gifts given and received. Join gourmet chef and Oblate Fr. Jack Lau, OMI to reflect on our Holiday foods and how to prepare them with new awareness. We'll be exploring long-held family traditions (the stories behind the food) and perhaps develop new ones. This hands-on retreat will bring about a conscious awareness of God’s living presence in the balanced human being: body, mind and soul. That is the mystery of the Incarnation, the ongoing gift of Christmas. Retreat includes six meals, recipies, and plenty of chocolate!
Friday evening, December 3 - Sunday Lunch, December 5
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ANNUAL NEW-YEAR'S EVE CONTEMPLATIVE RETREAT
with Sr. Charlene Zeisset, SSND, MD
"QUANTUM MYSTICS:
Nurturing our Natures of Body, Mind & Soul"
What makes us tick? Is it nature, nurture, or perhaps far more? The past decades have seen an explosion of new understanding in the realm of science, especially in physics and genetics. These discoveries demand that we fine-tune our Spirituality as people who are not merely body, but also mind and soul. Explore all of this with a student of Deepak Chopra!
Supper New Year's Eve through supper New Year's Day
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ONGOING PROGRAMS:
Just for Women!
"Women Weaving Our Lives Together"
Join us for a time of informal, woman to woman, spiritual sharing. Open to women of all faith traditions. A new topic is offered each month. All gatherings are 7-9 p.m. on the the first Thursdays of the month. Come and explore your spirituality and find kinship on your journey!
Sep. 2: "The Divinity Code: Do I Have One?"
Oct. 7: "The Far Side: God's Humorous Communications"
Nov. 4: "Can I find the Real Me?"
Dec. 2: "Bethlehem Believers Build Cribs"
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Taizé Prayer for 2010
Join us for an evening of prayer using the songs and prayers from the ecumenical monastery at Taizé, France, founded to pray for reconcilation between nations. Refreshments and fellowship follow prayer service. Each evening begins with an optional introductory video at 6:30 p.m. and the service itself lasts from 7-8 p.m., followed by refreshments. No registration necessary. Donations gratefully accepted.
Wed., Sep. 22; Wed., Oct. 20; Wed., Dec. 15:
(no Taizé in Nov.)
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Spiritual Cinema for Fall of 2010
Looking for a way to nourish body, mind and spirit? Join other mature movie aficionados for a light dinner and explore the spiritual depths of thought-provoking movies. Begins at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Please call one day in advance.
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Sept. 21: : "Babe"; Oct. 19: "WALL-E"; & Nov. 30: "Millions"
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Catholic Engaged Encounter
Prepare for your Marriage, not just your wedding. These weekend retreats are open to all couples preparing for Catholic marriage. They begin Saturday morning and end before supper on Sunday. Overnight lodging, significant reflection time together, informative conferences, meals and snacks are all included. Upcoming 2010 dates:
Dec. 11-12.
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SAVE THESE 2011 DATES:
(Sorry, registrations will not be taken for any of these events
until its flyer appears on this website)
7 day RETREAT with SR. BARBARA METZ, SND:
"GUIDED BY THE MYSTICS"
This retreat will invite the participants to pray through key themes in Christian spirituality as seen through the wisdom of the mystics. Among the guides will be: Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena, John of the Cross, Teresa of Avila, Thomas Merton, Etty Hillesum and Jessica Powers. Their writings will serve as an encouragement and a challenge through their wisdom and reflections on themes of prayer, images of God, Jesus, the person before God, sin, freedom and mission.
May 23-29, 2011
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3-7 day DIRECTED RETREAT: Choose your length of stay!
June 10-17, 2011
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7-day RETREAT with MICHAEL MORWOOD
Michael Morwood has over 30 years experience in retreat, education, parish and youth ministries in Australia. Since 1990 he has worked in adult faith formation in almost every diocese of Australia. He is interested in helping Christians examine what they believe and why they believe it, what they imagine and why they imagine the way they do. He is interested in helping Christians articulate faith in Jesus in ways that resonate with contemporary understanding of our place in the universe.
July 11-17, 2011
(topic to be announced)
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7 day DIRECTED RETREAT: One full week
July 18-25, 2011
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TWO EVENTS with FR. RON ROLHESIER, OMI:
3 day RETREAT
July 25-27, 2011
and . . .
1 day WORKSHOP
July 28, 2011
Attend either, or attend both for a wonderful four-day experience.
Topics & descriptions will be posted early in 2011.
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3 day CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RETREAT with SR. ANN SHIELDS, SGL
Let YOUR spirit be enlived by the HOLY SPIRIT through the preaching ministry of this internationally noted conference and retreat speaker and author of "Deeper Conversion", "To Be Like Jesus" and other books on Catholic spirituality. She is a member of The Servants of God’s Love, a charismatic religious community established in the Diocese of Lansing, Michigan, and iscurrently the host of the daily radio program "Food for the Journey".
August 26-28, 2011
(topic to be announced)
WE ALSO OFFER:
- Individual Retreats - Private or Directed
- Conference Space - Day use or Overnight
CONTACT US for availability and details.