Catholic Professionals of Illinois Advent Retreat : Nov. 30: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; St. James at Sag Bridge, 10600 Archer Ave., Lemont; Fr. Bruce Wren, L.C. presents "The Meaning of Christmas Becomes the Meaning for our Life"; Mass and confessions included; boxed lunches available for purchase; for information, visit facebook.com/pg/catholicprofessionalsil/events.
"Advent Illuminated by Mary: Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Guadalupe" : Dec 7; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; University of St. Mary of the Lake/Institute of Pastoral Leadership, building 800, 1000 E. Maple Ave, Mundelein; led by Marial Corona; $55/person, includes lunch, refreshments and materials; for information or to register, visit eventbrite.com/e/spiritual-retreat-of-adventretiro-espiritual-de-adviento-registration-76938714767.
New Year's Eve : Dec. 31; 7:30 p.m.; Cenacle Retreat Center, 513 W. Fullerton; $55 for New Year’s Eve program; $95 with overnight; for information, visit visit cenaclesisters.org/chicago/retreats-programs.
Tailgating With God: Encountering Jesus in Our Everyday Lives : Jan. 17-19; men's weekend of reflection at Joseph and Mary Retreat House on the grounds of Mundelein Seminary, 1000 E. Maple Ave., Mundelein; with Deacon Mark Duffey; includes prayer, presentations and quiet time; $250 includes lodging and meals; to register or for details, contact Jen Cummings at jcummings@josephandmaryretreat.org or 847-566-6060,
Silent Retreat for Women : Jan. 24-26; University of St. Mary of the Lake Conference Center, 1000 E. Maple Ave, Mundelein; theme “Beginning Anew with Christ”; $260, includes private accommodations, all meals; opportunities for spiritual direction available; for information or register, visit eventbrite.com/e/womens-silent-retreat-beginning-anew-with-christ-registration-74335335991.