UNIONTOWN, Pa. — Benedictine Father Cyprian Constantine will be the main presenter at the afternoon retreat in preparation for Christmas, hosted by the Sisters of St. Basil the Great, Dec. 16, 1:15 p.m.-5:30, at Mount St. Macrina House of Prayer, 510 W. Main St. The theme is “The Time of Salvation is Near.” Cost: $35, includes dinner. Register by Dec. 12: (724) 438-7149 or  hpmsm@verizon.net.