Homeless individuals connect with God at retreats

Submitted on November 30, 2009
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BY JENNIFER BRINKER
Christopher Webb packed his bags at the end of a retreat for homeless men last month at the Sisters of St. Joseph motherhouse. The retreat is part of the Ignatian Spirituality Project. Webb, who has battled cancer, said he’s been able to develop a deeper relationship with God thanks to meditation exercises offered at St. Patrick Center Downtown and attending the retreat.
Christopher Webb packed his bags at the end of a retreat for homeless men last month at the Sisters of St. Joseph motherhouse. The retreat is part of the Ignatian Spirituality Project. Webb, who has battled cancer, said he’s been able to develop a deeper relationship with God thanks to meditation exercises offered at St. Patrick Center Downtown and attending the retreat.
Lisa A. Johnston

Todd McGuire has had his share of challenges in the past year, but he said he's determined to keep his chin up with the help of God.

Once a prelaw student at the University of Illinois, McGuire eventually dropped out and found himself addicted to drugs and alcohol.

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