Remembering Pope Francis: 3-Part Series online or in-person

Pope Francis (1936-2025) lived a sacred life. He was passionate about Christ and His Church; an advocate for peace and justice especially to the marginalized; and compassionate towards every person he met. 
There are many books about Pope Francis including two autobiographies. 
Join Sr. Roberta Bussan, OSB, at Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery for a 3-part series using the last book Francis wrote, ‘A Good Life.’   This book  reflects the ’15 Essential Habits for Living with Hope and Joy.’
We will also explore ‘A Joyful Journey with Pope Francis’ by James H. Kroeger, MM that summarizes ‘Twelve Pivotal Documents’ that Francis wrote during his Pontificate. 
This series remembers Pope Francis by reflecting on his writing and papal documents.  

Everyone welcome, no experience needed, advanced registration required

Dates: Feb. 11, 18, & 25, 2027

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Retreat Leader:   Sr. Bobbi Bussan, OSB

Fee: Series/$45

Registration deadline:  February 6th

About Benet House Retreat Center

Benet House Retreat Center at St. Mary Monastery, Rock Island, Illinois offers a place apart to seek the Holy One for persons of all faiths. Benet House Retreat Center is situated atop a hill overlooking 90 acres of prairie restoration, woods and a lake. Walking paths provide quiet and solitude. Private guest rooms provide sanctuary. Come for guided retreats, silent retreats, personal retreats‍ ‍and a variety of ongoing prayers‍ ‍and spiritual programs or host your own group retreat. Benet House Retreat Center is an anchor of our Midwest region’s spiritual community, and well worth the trip.

Benet House Retreat Center is located less than three hours from Chicago, IL and Des Moines, IA and just one hour from Iowa City, Iowa.
By flight: Quad Cities International Airport is 15 minutes from Benet House Retreat Center.
There are also bus options available from Chicago and other major transportation hubs. Moline, IL and Davenport, IA are the closest major ground transit stops to Benet House Retreat Center. ‍
Rideshare & Taxi Service:
Uber and Lyft services and local taxi companies are available in the area.