Catholic Social Services in partnership with Family Life Ministries presents this weekend retreat for married couples August 20-21, 2022 (optional Friday night arrival).

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Friday, August 19 (optional)
6pm Early Check-ins
7:15pm Welcome
7:30pm Adoration with Confession
8:30pm Social
Overnight Lodging

Saturday, August 20
8:30am Check-ins begin with Breakfast available
9:30am Sessions begin
Lunch & Dinner provided. Opportunities for Reflection together, Adoration & Prayer Overnight Lodging

Topics include: Love Languages; Emotional Needs Questionnaire; Christian Marriage; Practical Solutions, Communication, Conflict; Trust, Fidelity, Forgiveness; and Renewal, Balance, Freedom

Sunday, August 21
8:30am Breakfast
Sessions, Reflection time,
Sunday Eucharistic Liturgy
12:30pm Lunch and departure

There are still available slots for the Covenant School of Spiritual Direction in partnership with the University of Mary. The three-session program will produce trained spiritual directors from among the clergy, religious and laity to help guide people into a closer union with God, easing the load on the current cadre of spiritual directors and expanding access to this spiritual practice. The availability of one or more spiritual directors in a parish has the potential for great renewal and transformation in the life of the faithful. The Covenant School is not primarily academic, but rather spiritually transforming. There are no tests, and no papers are required. The curriculum is rigorous, with a packed schedule of presentations, practice, and prayer during each of the two-week sessions. If you considered becoming a spiritual director, or you know someone who might be a good director, visit http://cssd.one for more details. You may also contact the co-directors Dr. Carole Brown, PhD: 605-985-5906; cbrown@diorc.org or Deacon Greg Sass: 605-343-3541 x2228; gsass@diorc.org.

The hunt day begins with the rosary and a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert Gruss. All proceeds will benefit our seminarians. If you cannot attend the event, there are ways you can help. We greatly appreciate your financial assistance to help fund the education of our seminarians. The annual cost to educate a seminarian is more than $33,000. Over the course of the last three years, the diocese supported 16 men as they discerned the priesthood. What a blessing! Your generosity and support have helped form and shape young men discerning God’s incredible call to the priesthood. Your gifts and support truly are a blessing.

Register online at www.wsdcf.org.