Shrine Mont
Annual Parish Retreat
September 27-29, 2024
Grounded
Have you ever wanted to have a with someone at St. John’s for longer than the ten minutes you can grab on a Sunday morning? Our parish retreat allows us to truly get to know one another during a weekend of rest, reflection, and renewal. The retreat will offer opportunities for discussion, contemplation, and worship, as well as plenty of free time for group outings, solo adventures, or casual conversations on the porch. Whether you’re looking to connect with others, spend time in nature, have meaningful dialogue or just plain fun, you can find it at Shrine Mont.
This year’s theme is “Grounded”—with one another, with God, with nature, and with ourselves. We look forward to connecting and reconnecting in this special place
Schedule
The schedule is intended to provide room for quiet time, group discussions, casual conversation, rest, and activity. During Saturday's free time, you are welcome to rest, read, porch sit, hike, tour local attractions, or simply to be. Casual attire is
appropriate for the whole weekend.
Friday, September 27
3:00-7:00 p.m. Arrive/Check in
5:30 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Welcome Activity
8:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
Saturday, September 28
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Discussion
12:30 p.m. Lunch
Afternoon Free time
5:30 Dinner
7:00 p.m. Fun & Games
Sunday, September 29
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 a.m. Discussion
TBD Eucharist
12:30 p.m. Lunch
After lunch Departure
Cost
Double room—$190 per person
Single room—$245 per person
Children 4-13—$132 per child
Children 0-3—Free
Includes two-night stay with hearty buffet-style meals. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.
Financial Assistance
We do not want cost to be a barrier to anyone’s attendance. Please contact Amelie for more information at awilmer@saintjohnsrichmond.org
Registration Deadline
September 1
Make checks payable to St. John’s Episcopal, with “Shrine Mont“ in the memo line.