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Reaching for Heaven: 14 Spiritual Goals as You Grow Older
February 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
$30
Hosted By: Michael Amodei, Executive Editor at Ave Maria Press, Author
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $30 / Includes Lunch
Prepare for Judgment Day—With Joy!
Life is a journey, and as we grow older, we find ourselves in a new chapter—one where the busy responsibilities of work and parenthood fade into the background, making room for reflection and growth. This event, inspired by the book Reaching for Heaven: 14 Spiritual Goals as You Grow Older, is a unique opportunity to pause, take stock, and prepare for your meeting with the Lord in a spirit of gratitude, faith, and hope.
Michael Amodei, a lifelong Catholic and Executive Editor at Ave Maria Press, offers a roadmap for deepening your relationship with God as you embrace this chapter of life. With humor, personal stories, and practical advice, Michael will guide you through 14 spiritual practices designed to enrich your spirituality and help you pivot toward what truly matters: preparing for heaven.
During the retreat, you’ll learn to:
- Review your life with gratitude.
- Honestly evaluate your actions and inactions.
- Enhance your spiritual practices through prayer, worship, study, and community.
Drawing on his experiences growing up during the transformative Second Vatican Council era, Michael invites attendees to reflect on shared memories of a simpler time, fostering a sense of community and nostalgia as we work toward our spiritual goals.
What to Bring:
- A Bible
- A journal-style notebook
- $15 (cash, check, or Venmo) to purchase the book Reaching for Heaven
About the Speaker:
Michael Amodei is the author of several books, including Reaching for Heaven: 14 Spiritual Goals as You Grow Older. He is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University and has dedicated his career to Catholic publishing and ministry. He currently serves as Executive Editor at Ave Maria Press and is actively involved in his community as a Little League coach and Field Supervisor for Notre Dame football games. Michael and his wife, Lisa, reside in South Bend, Indiana, and are proud parents of four adult children.
Register Today!
Secure your spot online or contact José at (310) 377-4867 ext. 250 or via email at .
Don’t miss this inspiring retreat—a chance to grow closer to God and to embrace your final chapter with grace and purpose.
