'We Are Better Together'
Spouses and Partners of our diocesan clergy
are cordially invited to a
Weekend Retreat
April 26 – 28, 2019
at the retreat center at
Mount Calvary Monastery in Santa Barbara
- We will focus on getting to know one another and discovering ways we can enhance our support of each other as companions of clergy.
- We will draw on the Book of Acts for some inspiration, with gatherings on Friday night, Saturday morning, and Saturday evening.
- We are invited to participate with the Brothers in their prayer times during the entire retreat.
- Free time on Saturday afternoon for relaxation, private time, fellowship, or however you choose.
- Presenters for the gatherings include Lori Kizzia, Steve Bruce, Kathy O’Connor, and Brother Adam McCoy.
The retreat is limited to 17 - 25 attendees, depending on the number of shared rooms and single rooms requested. The cost for the weekend, which includes meals (Friday dinner through Sunday lunch) and lodging for 2 nights, is $200 per person – payable after registration closes on 3/15.
* The Diocese accepts credit cards and personal checks, payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles.
* Some financial assistance is available. Please contact Kathy O’Connor at 714.315.1033 or
mizkoc@gmail.com for more information.
To register to attend, please send an email to
indicating that you will be attending and whether you would like
a private room or shared room with another spouse/partner.
(Note that reservations will be first-come-first-served with the possibility of a short waiting list, if necessary. The full schedule and instructions, as well as carpool options, will be available soon. Please mention in your email if you are interested in carpooling.)
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS MARCH 15!
Looking forward to spending time together
in this beautiful and peaceful place.
