Why Should You Attend?
“After 58 years of pondering scripture, celebrating sacraments, and representing an institution filled with wisdom and corruption, I have come to believe the most important truth is found in the mystery of union, communion, and connection. We are here to contemplate our relationship with God, ourselves, and one another. And discover. Nothing else matters as much as this. It's our ultimate. When love is withheld, there is trauma; when it overflows, there is union and peace. The richest experiences I have had of unity and peace are when I gather friends and strangers to a beautiful, and often an unfamiliar place, with a common purpose and openness to what God longs to accomplish. He is always seeking to teach and open us to what love is, but we’re busy and filled with so many distractions. And then there’s our fear, our shame, and our anger. If we let go of all that, we can turn our attention to the need God has to use us to reveal who he is. We are called to allow his love to flow through each of our loving acts. We need to be like Jesus, a human being so filled with God that his very presence proclaimed God’s love, God’s healing power. My goal and intention for our retreat is to experience God’s loving presence flowing between us.
Upcoming Events
Uncovering Our Resistance to Divine Love
Join Msgr. Don Fischer this fall for a contemplative four-day retreat at The Southwest Sanctuary at The Chi Center, 20 miles south of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Thursday, November 6 – Monday, November 10, 2025
Daily Schedule
Breakfast
Yoga
Dr. Sardello’s Meditation
Msgr. Don & Kyle’s Teachings
Lunch
Msgr. Don & Kyle’s Teachings
Harmonic Alignment
Dinner
Campfire Q&A
Meals
All meals during the retreat will be provided onsite, thoughtfully prepared to nourish both body and spirit. The menu will feature healthy, delicious offerings made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other restrictions—simply let us know when you register. Shared meals are a meaningful part of the retreat experience, offering time for quiet connection and reflection in a warm, welcoming environment.
Accommodations
Lodging is available across five distinct buildings, each offering its own charm and atmosphere. The Pueblo House features 10 premium double-occupancy rooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom—ideal for those seeking both comfort and privacy. The other four buildings offer a variety of single and double rooms with shared bathroom facilities, creating a peaceful and welcoming environment for all guests. Every space is thoughtfully designed to support rest, reflection, and renewal throughout your retreat experience. Visit the website for more information.
Pricing
All packages include four nights of accommodations, all meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and the full retreat program. The retreat begins on Thursday afternoon, November 6, and concludes midday on Monday, November 10. • Pueblo House Suite – $3,500 per person* Premium suite with ensuite bathroom (double occupancy required) • King or Two Twins – $2,700 per person* King bed or two twin beds (double occupancy required) with shared bathroom • Single Room – $2,900 per person* Twin bed with shared bathroom A 50% deposit is due at registration, and the balance is due by August 31, 2025.
Transportation
The retreat fee does not include transportation to The Chi Center. However, PRI will offer an optional shuttle service from the Albuquerque and Santa Fe airports for an additional fee. Details regarding shuttle times and pricing will be provided soon.
Upcoming Events
Uncovering Our Resistance to Divine Love
Join Msgr. Don Fischer this fall for a contemplative four-day retreat at The Southwest Sanctuary at The Chi Center, 20 miles south of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Thursday, November 6 – Monday, November 10, 2025
Retreats & Seminars
In a time of unprecedented change and uncertainty, there has been a dramatic increase in the desire to live a more authentic life filled with peace. Msgr. Don is passionate about creating experiences that instill this peace and seeks places of beauty and tranquility where he can delve more deeply into the insights that he shares in his homilies on our weekly radio program. These gatherings of reflection and discussion enable him to be with those who have listened to his radio program and those on a similar quest for a life infused with vibrant spirituality.
Check our upcoming events or subscribe to our mailing list to learn about upcoming retreats & seminars.
Past Events
Pilgrimage Retreat in Tuscany
Fall 2023
Attend a pilgrimage led by Msgr. Don Fischer in either the Spring or the Fall. Msgr. Don has taken pilgrims to Tuscany for dozens of years. As a pilgrimage, you visit ancient sacred places, like those where St. Francis lived, taught and became one like Christ. As a retreat, through Msgr. Don’s daily teaching and meditation you are led on an inner journey seeking greater understanding of who you are, who God is, and the freedom and peace your union with him creates.
The Eye of the Heart – Fall Reflection
Oct 14, 2023
Presented by Pastoral Reflections Institute There is no admission fee, but registration is required to ensure your seat. For centuries, the heart has been understood as the place where humanity is infused with divinity. Jesus, fully human and fully divine, came to open our eyes to the mystery of who we are in God and who God is in us. Through deepening belief in God’s indwelling presence, we are brought to a new, unimaginable intimacy with God and discover our true purpose.
Pilgrimage Retreat in Tuscany
Fall 2022
Attend a pilgrimage led by Msgr. Don Fischer in either the Spring or the Fall. As a pilgrimage, you visit sacred places like those where St. Francis lived. As a retreat, Msgr. Don’s teachings guide you on an inner journey toward peace and spiritual awakening.
Fall Reflection – Fort Worth: Discovering God
Oct 2, 2021
Fall Reflection – Richardson: Discovering God
Sep 18, 2021
North Texas Giving Day
Sep 17, 2020
Pastoral Reflections Institute participated in this online fundraising campaign for the first time. We aimed to raise $25,000 to support our new video programming launched during Easter—an exciting addition to our ministry.
Fall Reflection Seminar
Dec 14, 2019
Fall Pilgrimage 2019
Nov 2, 2019 – Nov 9, 2019
Summer Reflections Series
June 29, July 13, July 27, 2019
A three-part series exploring the core promises of Christianity:
• Enlightenment
• Freedom
• God’s Favor
