Sponsored Retreats
Twelve Step Recovery RetreatsMonday, March 23, 2026 | Sr. Joann Heinritz, CSJ
Day of Reflection
Mon, Mar 23
9:30 am – 3:00 pm
What Turns your Life Around?
Lent is a sacred season that invites us to reflect on the ways we have — and continue to — turn our lives toward deeper faith and renewal. The familiar words taken, blessed, broken, and given guide our liturgical experience and shape our relationship with the Holy. This day will offer presentations, time for prayer, and space for reflection on these sacred movements and the profound impact they have on transforming our lives.
Single
Full price $55.00
$55.00 includes lunch
Sign Up By Fri, Mar 20 at 5:00 pm
About Sr. Joann Heinritz, CSJ
Joann Heinritz is a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Los Angeles Province. Currently she ministers in the sabbatical program at the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley and in the formation program of her Congregation. Sr. Joann has given retreats both nationally and internationally, empowering individuals and groups to explore ways to become whole and holy.
Monday, June 15 – Sunday, June 21, 2026 | Presenter: Lesley Sacouman, SNJM
Chosen and Summoned
Our world hungers and thirsts for justice and peace. Today, “God painfully witnesses people’s affliction, hears their cries and knows their suffering.” Ex. 3:7.
What then is asked of us? Only this, says the prophet Micah, that we walk humbly with God, that we love tenderly and that we act justly. In October 2025, Pope Leo XIV issued his first apostolic exhortation, Dilexi Te, (“I have loved you.”). This declaration of magnanimous, personal love, woven throughout the document, will help to guide our retreat, and to inspire us be instruments of God’s liberating action in our world today.
This silent retreat will offer a daily session in the morning, time to bask in God’s prophetic love, opportunities for sharing for those who wish, and optional communal prayer.
Retreat begins at 4:30pm Monday, June 15th; registration is from 3:30-4:30pm. Retreat ends with brunch on Sunday June 21st.
COST: $875
About Lesley Sacouman
Lesley Sacouman, SNJM
Sister Lesley Sacouman, a Sister of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM), lives and ministers in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She began her ministry as a teacher and has spent her life living and working with Indigenous youth, newcomers to Canada and with women suffering with substance use disorders. Her favorite quote by Helen Keller, “life is a daring adventure, or it is nothing”, led her to be instrumental in founding numerous social justice organizations in Winnipeg. At present she is living at Sarah’s Place, a home with thirteen women who have been human trafficked or recently released from jail.
Monday, June 22 – Thursday, June 25, 2026 | Presenter: Dr. Erin Barisano
GRACE AND GROUNDING: A RETREAT TO RENEW THE SOUL OF THE EDUCATOR
In the heart of your demanding vocation as educator in the classroom, the boardroom, or at home – there is a deep need to pause to find sacred grounding.
This three-day experience offers a dedicated space to find spiritual nourishment and lasting grace. We will intentionally slow down to care for the body and soul, integrating spiritual activities like contemplative prayer, Lectio Divina and meditative practices with unstructured time for rest and reflection. This is more than a break; it’s an opportunity to intentionally reconnect with the Source of your strength and the ‘why’ of your ministry.
Join us to be nourished, renewed, and prepared to live out your calling with renewed joy and peace in whatever way you educate.
Retreat begins at 4:30pm Monday, June 22nd; registration is from 3:30-4:30pm. Retreat ends with lunch on Thursday June 25th.
COST: $475
Dr. Erin Barisano
Dr. Erin Barisano
Dr. Erin Barisano serves as the Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Orange. Grounded in a profound belief in the transformative power of faith, Dr. Barisano has dedicated her career to helping school leaders and educators integrate their spiritual lives with their professional mission. She has led numerous retreats and serves the broader Church mission through her strategic roles presenting nationally and teaching Catholic educational leadership at LMU and Boston College. In her spare time, Dr. Barisano enjoys traveling, cooking, and cultivating joy alongside her husband and two children.
Monday, July 27 – Sunday, August 2, 2026 | Presenter: Fr. Jim Clarke
WHERE IS GOD IN OUR CHAOS?
At present, do you find yourself mulling over several questions about life as we know it? Questions such as, what is God saying to us through these dark times? How am I to respond? What forms of prayer or spiritual practices can help me to sustain my faith? If so, you are not alone!
This retreat is an opportunity to listen and to share in creative ways about the vexing complexity of our times. We will engage this topic from different perspectives and experiences. We will be given the opportunity for quiet prayer, guided conversation, journal writing, healing prayer and activity.
Come as you are for that is how God loves you.
Retreat begins at 4:30pm Monday, July 27th; registration is from 3:30-4:30pm. Retreat ends with brunch on Sunday August 2nd.
COST: $875
VIRTUAL: $150 (main sessions only)
Fr. Jim Clarke
Fr. Jim Clarke
Fr. Jim Clake Ph.D. Is presently a consultant of Spiritual and Human Formation for the Permanent Diaconate candidates and their wives for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. He is also an Associate Spiritual Director at the Cardinal Manning House of Prayer for Priests. With a rich academic background in Theology, Depth Psychology, Counseling, Education, and Mythology, Fr. Clarke is the author of five books and two CD/DVD series. He is a popular Retreat Director and Conference speaker throughout the Southern California area and beyond.
Thursday, December 10 – Sunday, December 13, 2026
ADVENT WINTER STILLNESS RETREAT
During this Advent season, take time to reflect and ponder in the quiet.
This three-night winter retreat is an opportunity to refocus; to reset your heart and soul; and to share in a time of silence with others. Come and be surrounded by the beauty of nature and the gift of stillness.
Optional communal prayer and Eucharistic liturgy will be available. All participants will have a private room and common meals in silence.
Retreat begins at 4:30pm on Thursday December 10th; registration is from 3:30-4:30pm. Retreat ends with Brunch on Sunday, December 13th
COST: $475
Twelve Step Recovery Retreats
Presenter: Father Tom Weston
Father Tom Weston has been involved with people in Twelve Step Programs since 1976. A former Director of the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and a teacher, he has degrees in counseling, education, and theology. He lectures, counsels, and conducts workshops and seminars internationally.