Silent Ignatian Retreats with the Heralds of the Gospel
Looking for a Catholic spiritual retreat in Canada? The Heralds of the Gospel offer Ignatian retreats, silent retreats, parish missions, and weekend spiritual retreats designed to help you deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, reflection, and the Sacraments.
Whether you are seeking spiritual renewal, discernment, or simply time away from the distractions of everyday life, our retreats provide an atmosphere of silence, prayer, and Eucharistic adoration where you can encounter God more deeply.
The Spiritual Tradition of Our Retreats
The retreats offered by the Heralds of the Gospel are inspired by the rich spiritual tradition of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
In the 1970s, the founder of the Heralds of the Gospel, Monsignor João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, participated in an Ignatian retreat together with several companions. Deeply impressed by the profound spirituality, wisdom, understanding of human nature, and practical path to holiness found in the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius, he incorporated this invaluable tradition into the formation and apostolic life of the Heralds.
Today, these retreats continue to help many people grow in their love for God and the Catholic faith.
Retreats for Heralds of the Gospel Members
Every Herald is encouraged to make an annual silent retreat lasting from five to fourteen days.
Each retreat follows the timeless structure of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises while exploring different spiritual themes appropriate to participants’ age, vocation, and stage of life. This allows every retreat to remain fresh while preserving its rich spiritual foundation.
Participants experience:
- Daily Holy Mass
- Eucharistic Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament
- Four spiritual conferences each day
- Guided periods of silent meditation
- Private prayer
- Community prayer
- Spiritual reading during meals
- Daily opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
The entire retreat is conducted in silence, creating the ideal environment to listen attentively to God’s voice.
Weekend Catholic Retreats for the Public
The Heralds of the Gospel also organize weekend Catholic retreats open to everyone.
These retreats are ideal for:
- Individuals seeking spiritual renewal
- Families
- Young adults
- Parishioners
- Those wishing to grow closer to Christ
- Anyone discerning God’s will
Throughout the retreat, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Eucharistic Adoration from morning until evening, creating a peaceful atmosphere of prayer and contemplation.
Participants may take part in:
- Holy Mass
- Inspiring spiritual conferences
- Eucharistic Adoration
- The Holy Rosary
- Silent meditation
- Opportunities for Confession
- Faith-sharing and study groups
Whether you are new to retreats or have attended many before, these weekends provide a meaningful opportunity to step away from daily life and rediscover the peace that comes from God.
Parish Retreats and Parish Missions
The Heralds of the Gospel also offer customized retreats for Catholic parishes, ministries, schools, and prayer groups throughout Canada.
Depending on your parish’s needs, these retreats can be organized as:
- Evening retreats
- One-day retreats
- Weekend retreats
- Multi-day parish missions
Programs may include:
- Holy Mass
- Eucharistic Adoration
- Confessions
- Spiritual conferences
- The Holy Rosary
- Times of silent prayer and meditation
Each retreat is adapted to the needs of the parish while remaining faithful to the rich spirituality of the Catholic Church.
Experience the Peace of a Silent Retreat
In today’s busy world, taking time away for prayer is more important than ever.
A silent retreat offers the opportunity to leave behind daily distractions, listen to God’s voice, receive His grace through the Sacraments, and return home spiritually renewed.
Whether you are searching for a Catholic retreat in Ontario, an Ignatian retreat in Canada, or simply a place to grow closer to Christ, the Heralds of the Gospel welcome you.
Contact us today to learn about upcoming retreats or to organize a retreat for your parish or community.
