Woman at the Well Day of Reflection
October 6, 2026
This morning of reflection will explore Jesus’s encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. The presentation will incorporate clips from The Chosen, small group discussion, imaginative prayer, praying with Scripture, and exploring the themes of conversion of heart and God’s
merciful love.
The retreat begins at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6th, with a light breakfast and ends with 11:15 a.m. Mass at the Saint Joseph Abbey Church.
The minimum offering for this day of reflection is $25.00.
If you would like additional information on this retreat, please contact the Retreat Center directly.
About the Presenter
Susan Rodriguez was born and raised in New Orleans and currently lives in Metairie with her husband of 52 years. She is the mother of 4 and grandmother of 8. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University and a Masters of Science from the University of St. Francis.
Susan currently serves on the Board and Executive Committee of the Archdiocesan Spirituality Center. She is a longtime supporter of the Cenacle Retreat House programs. She was formed in Ignatian Spirituality by the sisters of the Cenacle and was an Associate of that order. Susan co-founded the Ignatian Spirituality Project Women’s team in New Orleans in 2010 and has been actively involved in retreat work since that time. The retreat offers an overnight spiritual experience for women who have experienced homelessness and are in recovery from alcoholism and addiction to drugs. Susan founded, in concert with Fr. Buddy Noel, the annual Interfaith Prayer Service for the
Homeless. Each year since 2014, those who have died homeless on the streets of New Orleans are remembered by name. A lighted candle is brought up to the sanctuary as their names are announced. Most recently, Susan began ministering to women in prison and those released from prison. Susan is excited to share her thoughts on Jesus’s encounter with the Woman at the Well!