Il Ritiro is a Franciscan Retreat Center located in Dittmer, MO and staffed by the Franciscan Friars of the Province of the Sacred Heart.

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Assistant to the Director
This person would help the director plan, execute and promote IL RITIRO’ retreats and programs. They would also help with hospitality and creating an environment conducive to reflection. It would be helpful if this person were familiar with Franciscan Spirituality and a member of Spiritual Directors International. Basic computer skills like word processing, sending and receiving e-mail are essential.
Graphic and web design person.
 
Graphic design and web person.
The person would be largely responsible for developing and maintaining our web page, printed brochures and fliers. Some familiarity with Francis and Clare of Assisi and Franciscan Spirituality would be helpful. Experience with website design, mojo portal, and graphic design would be helpful. Access to computer and Internet is essential.
 
Questions and/or Resumes can be directed to Fr. Paul Gallagher, OFM at IL RITIRO Franciscan Retreat, P. O. Box 38, Dittmer, MO. 63023 or fr.paul.gallagher.ofm@gmial.com or 636-274-0554.
Joe and Judy Claes have become faithful volunteers. There work can be seen throughout our property and buildings.  They have been known to put a fresh coat of paint on about everything that does not move, and some that do. The storage and well sheds all have received a fresh touch up, one of the bedrooms and library in the main house have given a new look. Joe has spread out into flooring and put a new floor in the upstairs hall of the Bunk house. We are so grateful for their dedication.  

Images Wanted

Share your Gospel reflections and experience of God in art form. Art can be an interpretation of your

deep connection with God. It is also a form of prayer and contemplation. We welcome your contribution that

can enhance the spiritual encounter with the God of Life and prayers of everyone who visits our website.

 

Comming Retreats

Praying with Scripture
March 31 to April 1, 2012
7:00 PM Friday to Noon Sunday
 
Scripture is a rich source of prayer. Fr. Paul will lead the lead the group through different forms of prayer based on the Scriptures.   

Scholarships

IL RITIRO has received a $1,000.00 gift to help make retreats possible for people who could not afford a retreat experience. If you would like to make a retreat here at IL RITIRO but cannot afford to do so please contact us.
 
We welcome other contribution to this fund large or small.