One-Day retreats
Day of Spiritual Renewal
From time to time, AIM offers a one-day retreat experience called a Day of Spiritual Renewal. These retreats are usually held at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Boca Raton, Florida.
AIM's last Day of Spiritual Renewal was held on February 10, 2024, with the theme: "Blessed are the Poor in Spirit"
The free event had morning and afternoon spiritual talks and discussions, with a Celebration of the Eucharist between the two sessions.
A Day of Spiritual Renewal runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and light breakfast items are provided.
Retreat location
AIM's Day of Spiritual Renewal was held from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 370 SW Third St., Boca Raton, Florida on Feb. 10, 2024.
Pictures from the Feb. 10, 2024 day of Spiritual Renewal
Seminarians Anthony, Tony, Marc, Garrett and Loc from St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach joined Father Kevin in participating in the Feb. 10, 2024 Day of Spiritual Renewal.
Retreatants Elena, with assistance from buddy Vega, and Nigel deliver the first Scripture reading at the Mass held at the Day of Spiritual Renewal.
Father Kevin gives communion to Lisa during Mass in Mercy Center at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Boca Raton.
Seminarian Marc presents a summary of his table's discussion following one of Father Kevin's talks.
Buddy Regina with retreatant Angie at the Day of Spiritual Renewal on Feb. 10, 2024.
Retreatants Michael and Tara at the Day of Spiritual Renewal.
Retreatant Dan with seminarian Tony at the Feb. 10 Day of Spiritual Renewal.
Seminarian Anthony shares with the whole group highlights of the discussion at his table. Table 4 (We are not a bore).
Retreatant Michael presents the discussion from Table 5: We're Alive.
The group listens as seminarian Marc summarizes what was discussed at Table 1: The Holy Ones.
Presenter
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Father Kevin McQuone delivered two talks at the Day of Spiritual Renewal and celebrated Mass for the participants. His talk themes were "Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit" and "The Almighty Has Done Great Things for Me."
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
AIM team member Lou tied together the various aspects of the retreat, serving as a witty Master of Ceremonies. "Wow! Wow!" is an apt summary of his reaction to the spiritual power of the day delivered through the talks and discussions
Opening prayer
Master of Ceremonies
Opening prayer
Retreatant Andrew opened the Day of Spiritual Renewal with his prayer, which set the inspiring tone for the whole day. His stylish hat was the first indication that we were in for something special.
Days of Spiritual Renewal
Glad to be together again
Retreat spiritual director
Retreat spiritual director
This AIM retreat offers a welcoming and safe environment for participants to celebrate and explore their faith.
Light breakfast items and a lunch will be provided.
Holy Mass will be celebrated and if requested, arrangements can be made to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation
The day will be filled with spiritual talks, discussions, prayer and song.
Retreat spiritual director
Retreat spiritual director
Retreat spiritual director
The Rev. Kevin M. McQuone was the presenter of two talks at the February 2024 Day of Spiritual Renewal.
He is an assistant professor of pastoral theology and the director of propaedeutic formation at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida.
He received a bachelor's degree in Spanish literature from Florida State Un
The Rev. Kevin M. McQuone was the presenter of two talks at the February 2024 Day of Spiritual Renewal.
He is an assistant professor of pastoral theology and the director of propaedeutic formation at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida.
He received a bachelor's degree in Spanish literature from Florida State University, and master's degrees in divinity and theology from St. Vincent de Paul seminary.