First, we ask that you support us with your prayers for our staff and those who are here on retreat.

What we charge covers about half our cost for a person making a retreat. That may not be a surprise if you have stayed at a hotel recently. We do that on purpose so that as many people can have the experience of getting away for a time with God. Any donation that you would like to make is greatly appreciated and will help us provide a play of prayer for others.

If you or your group would like to volunteer one time or on regular basis we can match your skills, interests, and availability with task that need to be done. For some examples we need help with turning houses during particularly busy periods; the houses could use a deep cleaning in the spring and fall; building and ground maintenance is an ongoing issue. We are especially seeking help with developing brochures and web page.

We work with people whose financial situation makes it impossible for them consider making a retreat without some outside support. If you would like to contribute to a fund dedicated to providing assistance to these our brothers and sisters please let us know. ($100.00/day would include meals.)

Right now we are looking for six gently used twin beds and energy saving light bulbs. We always need toilet paper, laundry and dish soap.

We would like to update many of our bedroom and living spaces. If you would like to remember someone who has been influential in your spiritual journey by renovating a room in their memory we would acknowledge that person by a plaque on the door. The cost of such renovation would begin at $500.00 and depend on the room. Renovation would include painting, one or two new bed end table and lamp, desk & chair, and a fresh coat of paint. You do not have to do the labor or the shopping.

Needs List

Twin beds

Gently used blankets

Energy saving light bulbs

Gently used two phone system

Volunteer house cleaners

Volunteer gardeners

 

Big Gift

The Secular Franciscans of San Damiano Community donated a large big screen TV. The TV will permit power point presentation and DVD programs to be projected so that they can be seen by larger groups.