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A unique prayer item to the retreat center for the Year of St. Joseph is the Seven Sorrows and Joys of St. Joseph Chaplet available in The Carpenter's Shop for $10.

The next title of St. Joseph found in our St. Joseph Chapel is Illustrious Scion of David.

On April 21, 2021, Hayes Brothers, Inc. in Kokomo began the long-awaited restoration project returning the original 1957 Mary and Joseph statues to the St. Joseph Chapel at the St. Joseph Retreat & Conference Center.

The next title of St. Joseph found in our St. Joseph Chapel is Lover of Poverty.

Looking to do some reading about our patron saint during this Year of St. Joseph? 

We’re partnering with Diocesan artists to feature unique, hand-crafted items for our shop.

The next title of St. Joseph found in our St. Joseph Chapel is Hope of Sick.

Learn about Mother Gertrude Moffitt, founder of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tipton.

As we continue our monthly look at the 12 virtues of St. Joseph displayed in the St. Joseph Chapel here at the retreat and conference center, it is interesting to note why these 12 virtues from the litany are found there.

Faithfulness is one of the defining virtues of St. Joseph. It is the first one listed in St. Joseph Chapel here at the Retreat Center. (January 2021 Reflection on the Litany of St. Joseph)

“The Year of St. Joseph is a gift to the Church to rediscover the role of St. Joseph in our lives as a model, protector and intercessor,” said Father Huemmer. “This year, we’ll be offering retreats, events, activities, and  prayer opportunities centered around our patron saint!”

“We have a unique opportunity to partner with St. Elizabeth Seton in Carmel to invite others to participate in a four-day ‘Every Day Journey to Holiness Virtual Retreat for Senior Adults,’” said Father David Huemmer, chaplain and spiritual director. “

During Advent, Catholic Christians are called to spend time in expectant waiting and preparation for both the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus at Christmas and the return of Jesus at the Second Coming.

Learn more about the Angels Among Us at the September 29th Angels Day of Reflection

A reflection from Fr. David Huemmer about his experience as chaplain in a monastery.

Novena Scripture – Day eight – Luke 15: 3-7

Novena Scripture – Day seven – Psalm 23

Novena Scripture – Day six – Psalm 61