Who's putting this on?
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee's Office of Evangelization & Catechesis (formerly known as the John Paul II Center) is presenting the John Paul II Healing Center's Healing the Whole Person videos as a Retreat Experience offering of our Galilee U.
The John Paul II Healing Center's Healing the Whole Person teachings will be provided by pre-recorded videos from Dr. Bob Schuchts, author of Be Healed and Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT. For more info on the John Paul II Healing Center and their team, see http://jpiihealingcenter.org
Fr. John Baumgardner, who completed the John Paul II Healing Center's Priests' Equipping Training, will be serving as our Into the Deep chaplain. Our Archdiocesan prayer ministry teams, who completed the John Paul II Healing Center's I AM Prayer Ministry Training, will be available to pray with retreatants who desire prayer.
Is this really Catholic?
The Lord Jesus Christ, physician of our souls and bodies, who forgave the sins of the paralytic and restored him to bodily health, has willed that his Church continue, in the power of the Holy Spirit, his work of healing and salvation, even among her own members.
– Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1421
Healing is an essential dimension of the apostolic mission and of Christianity.
– Pope Benedict, Jesus of Nazareth
As disciples of the Lord Jesus, who is the physici an of our souls and bodies, we are called to continue His work, work of healing and salvation in a physical, social and spiritual sense.”
– Pope Francis, General Audience, August 5, 2020
The Archdiocesan Office of Evangelization & Catechesis and the John Paul II Healing Center are fully committed to faithfulness to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Who’s this for?
Healing the Whole Person is for those who desire healing, or to help others receive healing, within the Catholic Church. Past participants who have found Healing the Whole Person especially impactful include: those who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, addiction, illness, or patterns of sin they can't seem to break, and those who wish to better accompany or minister to others who do.
While we've brought Healing the Whole Person to Milwaukee for the deepening formation of our GalileeU participants, it is open to everyone.
Why would I want to come?
For anyone who has lived with the struggles mentioned above, it can be difficult to imagine a life of freedom and peace. Participants in Healing the Whole Person will come to understand the wounds at the root of their struggles and how to bring those wounds to the Lord to receive the insight, healing, and freedom He wishes to give, especially through the sacraments and prayer.
The Healing the Whole Person teaching is rich and deep--it is like a tool box which equips us for praying through the hurts of our lives. It can take time to learn how to use these tools and apply them to areas of deep hurt. This retreat provides time away to soak in the teaching and seek God's grace to receive all the truth and healing He wishes to give.
If you've participated in a Healing the Whole Person weekend Conference or 8-week series and felt like you wanted more time to pray with the tools provided, this retreat is for you.
If you're new to Healing the Whole Person, and you want to dive deeply into the teaching, this retreat is for you too.
What can I expect?
- Sound teaching from the Roman Catholic tradition via pre-recorded videos of Dr. Bob Schuchts and Sr. Miriam James Heidland,
- a supportive community of people (including some who are discouraged or doubting) who desire to understand and receive Christ’s healing,
- private journaling activities for application of teaching and prayer - Workbook Journal provided,
- communal prayer for healing,
- opportunity to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist,
- privacy and compassion – no one will expect you to share about personal struggles you may be facing unless you choose to do so,
- opportunity to pray with a prayer ministry team trained by the John Paul II Healing Center
- free time for rest and recreation in community
How is this different from the Healing the Whole Person Conference?
At the Thursday-Saturday Healing the Whole Person Conference in our Archdiocese, Dr. Bob Schuchts and Sr. Miriam James Heidland present 4 of the 8 Healing the Whole Person teachings live.
Healing the Whole Person: Into the Deep provides all 8 Healing the Whole Person teachings via pre-recorded videos of Dr. Bob Schuchts and Sr. Miriam James Heidland. This Retreat provides additional time and a supportive community to pray with and apply the teachings and tools provided at the Conference. Overnight options for registration are available.
Because Into the Deep includes the entire teaching, you need not have experienced the Conference live to participate. That is, all are welcome.
The Conference does not offer prayer ministry teams, while Into the Deep does offer opportunity for prayer with a trained prayer ministry team.
Do I have to have been to the Healing the Whole Person Conference to participate in Into the Deep?
No. Because Into the Deep includes the entire Healing the Whole Person teaching, you do not need to have attended the Conference to participate. That is, all are welcome.
When is it? What's the schedule?
Our next Healing the Whole Person Into the Deep Retreat offered through GalileeU in our Archdiocese of Milwaukee is August 2-6 2023. It is a five-day retreat. We recommend participating in the whole retreat, as sessions build upon each other.
Schedule - More Details Coming Soon
Retreat begins Wednesday, August 7
Check-in/registration 6pm
Retreat Ends Sunday, August 11 at 2pm
We recommend giving yourself extra time to park, register, and be seated before the Program starts.
Do I need to attend the entire retreat? Can I come late?
Each session contains unique teachings and experiences which build upon previous sessions. We strongly recommend planning to participate in the full retreat.
Your registration covers all sessions and materials. We are not able to offer a reduced registration rate for partial attendance.
Where is it? How do I find you?
Schoenstatt Retreat Center
W284n698 Cherry Ln
Waukesha, WI 53188
All sessions will be in Fr. Kentenich Hall.
How much does it cost?
Cost varies based on your Lodging Options:
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One twin bed and a sink. Shared bathroom between two rooms (max 3 people per bathroom). Includes Breakfast & Lunch Thurs - Sun and Supper Thurs - Sat
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Includes a bed in a room with two twin beds and a sink shared by two retreatants. Shared bathroom between two rooms (max 4 people per bathroom). Married couples have two twin beds pushed together and will share a bathroom with one other married couple. EACH SPOUSE MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY AT THIS PRICE. Includes Breakfast & Lunch Thurs - Sun and Supper Thurs - Sat
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You are welcome to arrange your own lodging and commute back and forth to the retreat center. Includes Lunch Thurs - Sun and Supper Thurs - Sat; Breakfast not included for commuters
Cost includes Workbook Journal. Space is limited. Register soon to reserve your spot.
How do I register? REGISTER HERE
Is there a livestream option?
We apologize that we are unable to offer a virtual option at this time.
Will I be expected to share the details of my personal life on this retreat?
No.
Each session begins with an opening prayer and some music, followed by teaching from a speaker, quiet time for personal reflection and prayer, and a simple shared prayer experience as a large group.
Any sharing is purely voluntary. While you may choose to discuss your personal experience with a priest, prayer team, or someone you came with, small group discussion is not a formal part of the retreat.
Will there be video or pictures taken of me while I participate in Healing the Whole Person?
If photographs are taken, it will be for the purpose of thanking benefactors and inviting participants to future Healing the Whole Person events. You will have the opportunity to exclude yourself from any pictures in which you do not wish to appear.
I had trouble registering or received a message that registration was closed. Am I no longer able to register?
We apologize for any challenges you have experienced using our registration system.
All of the lodging options have waiting list options. If you are interested in joining us should a space become available for you, please complete the waiting list registration. We will contact you if a space opens up to make sure you still wish to join us before we finalize your registration and charge your credit card.
If you continue to have difficulty registering please contact Jaclyn at thompsonj@archmil.org or 414-758-2222
Can my teenager participate? Can I bring my children? Is childcare provided?
The John Paul II Healing Center recommends Healing the Whole Person for adults 18 and older, due to speakers sharing parts of their stories including healing from sexual abuse and addiction.
If you need to bring an infant with you in order to participate, you are welcome to do so as a commuter and there is a nursing room available on site.
We're sorry that we are unable to provide childcare during the retreat.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
If you have questions about registration, please contact Jaclyn at thompsonj@archmil.org
If you need more information about Healing the Whole Person in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, please contact Margaret Rhody at rhodym@archmil.org
I am no longer able to attend. Who do I let know?
We're so sorry you're no longer able to join us! Please let us know you cannot join us by emailing Jaclyn at thompsonj@archmil.org. Refunds of all but the credit card processing fee are possible until 30 days prior to the event or if someone from the waiting list is able to fill your space.
What is available if I missed Healing the Whole Person? Or, is there any support for me after Healing the Whole Person?
It is our hope to host the John Paul II Healing Center team for a live Healing the Whole Person Conference at least every other year and to offer parish-based Healing the Whole Person: Engaging Your Story 8-Week Series at various times and locations throughout the year. Check back for more info about future Healing the Whole Person: Into the Deep Retreats.