Sacred Space Daily Prayer :
This site provides a daily prayer. Take 5 or 10 minutes of your day to reflect right at your own computer. Created by the Jesuits in Ireland 4 years ago, this site has had over 80,000 visitors. The site will guide you through a reflection question, scripture reading and visualization.

Sisters of the Presentation :
Check in at the official site of the wonderful sisters who founded our educational program. This link will help you stay updated on events, programs, and requests for volunteers.

Mission Statement of the Sisters:

"We, Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, are a community of Catholic women religious committed to living and transmitting the message of Jesus Christ through prayer and service. In the tradition of our foundress, Nano Nagle, we seek to promote a society which respects the dignity of all persons with emphasis on compassion and justice for the poor and oppressed."

Adopted June 21, 1995

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Daily prayer is a time set aside to journey inward.

This can be a quiet moment, or a collection of moments taken for reflection, meditation, or conversation with God. Take a few minutes out of your day to explore one of these prayer sites.

Bible Search Engine:
Searches for individual passages by topics.

Gospel Values :
Browse a list of Gospel Values and suggested scripture passages.

Prayer Requests :
Enter your prayer requests and a group of monks in Ireland will remember your request in their daily prayers. Also check the list to see requests from people all over the world to include in your prayers.

Sacred Space Daily Prayer :
This site provides a daily prayer. Take 5 or 10 minutes of your day to reflect right at your own computer. Created by the Jesuits in Ireland 4 years ago, this site has had over 80,000 visitors. The site will guide you through a reflection question, scripture reading and visualization.

Sisters of the Presentation Prayer Requests:
If you have a personal prayer request, click on this link and the Sisters of the Presentation will pray for you.

Sunday Gospel Reflections :
Take some time to reflect on the gospel from Sunday with Frank Doyle SJ.

"Come to me all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest."Matthew 11:28

By clicking on the links below, you will find websites for individual retreat centers and spots for nature walks and hikes.You may wish to visit the grounds on a weekend for personal reflection, or sign up for a retreat or seminar.

El Retiro Retreat Center:
El Retiro San Iñigo ­ the only residential Jesuit retreat house west of the Rockies ­ provides adults of all faiths and walks of life with the spiritual direction and tranquil environment to nourish their spirituality.

Located in Los Altos: El Retiro's beautiful, peaceful setting enhances prayer, reflection and inner healing. The retreat house is situated on 35 wooded acres that provide spectacular views and solitude for quiet walks.to walk around on. he Stations of the Cross and other outdoor shrines provide a natural setting in which to pray and meditate. Rossi Chapel stands tall in the background, welcoming all God's people to liturgy on the weekends.

Mercy Center :
Mercy Center offers you its peaceful grounds surrounded by oaks and flower gardens in the heart of Burlingame, California. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and rooted in the Catholic tradition, the Center welcomes women and men of diverse faiths and cultural backgrounds. It provides a peaceful, prayerful and holistic environment for individuals seeking to nourish their personal, spiritual and professional lives. A variety of retreats are offered for individuals and groups. They are also a meeting place for nonprofit organizations and corporate groups seeking a tranquil setting for their conference or retreat.

Mount Madonna Center:
Located about 45 minutes south, Mount Madonna Center is a conference and retreat center located on 355 acres of mountain-top redwood forest and grassland overlooking the entire Monterey Bay.

It is the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, reflection, and a wide variety of learning experiences. Program participants are invited to join in all ongoing Center activities– celebration, work, and play. Amenities include hiking trails, volleyball, tennis, and basketball courts, a pond (we call it "The Lake") for swimming, a hot tub, a gymnasium for volleyball and basketball, and bodywork at the Kaya Kalpa Wellness Center.

Spirit Rock Meditation Center:
Spirit Rock Meditation Center is hosts a full program of ongoing classes, daylong, and residential retreats.Insight or Vipassana Meditation, is at the heart of all the activities at Spirit Rock. Take some time out and learn about meditation.

Valambrosa Retreat Center:
Vallombrosa is a retreat and conference center owned and operated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco. The center in Menlo Park, California, is conveniently located midway between San Francisco and San Jose and is readily accessible both by car and public ransportation.In addition to providing a number of its own specialized retreats and workshops, Vallombrosa Center welcomes other organizations seeking a facility for their own retreats, seminars, conferences or workshops

This section provides a variety of resources that can be used to find some breathing space within the day.

Catholic Information Network:
This link offers information about current Catholic issues, links to major documents, liturgy ideas, readings and a search engine for resources.

Catholic Relief Services:
"Giving Hope to a World in Need". The official international relief and development agency of the U.S. Catholic Community, providing emergency relief and long term development activities in over 80 countries around the world.This link provides updates and resources usefull for the classroom and community outreach programs.

Lifescapes Music :
This link offers a variety of CD's appropriate for reflection time or meditation for the classroom or personal use.

Link Website :
This link will take you to a page with several resources and programs to explore. Sponsored by the Jesuit Community.

Bible Search Engine:
Searches for individual passages by topics.

Religion Department Links :
This link will take you to the religion department website where you can find a variety of links useful for classwork and teaching.

San Jose Diocese Office :
This website keeps you updated with links to the events provided by the Diocese. You can also find links to all churches and offices in the area.

Sounds True:
This link offers a a variety of CD's, books, and videos appropriate for the classroom of personal use.

Willow Glen Yoga :
Located on Lincoln Street, this yoga studio offers a variety of workshops and classes, including prenatal and yoga for beginners.

This section provides a variety of ideas for professional growth in the area of spirituality.

Santa Clara University Summer Program :
Take a 1 or 2 week session during the summer. SCU provides a variety of classes with guest professors from all over the nation. This summer, try something new!

Workshops and Events:
Take a look at events, workshops, speakers and days of prayer offered by the San Jose Diocese. The program offers many opportunities in several different areas.