Emmaus Journey retreat: The Office for Evangelization invites parents who have lost a child of any age to attend an Emmaus Journey retreat on May 24 at Church of the Redeemer, Mechanicsville. This one-day spiritual retreat gives parents a safe space to seek peace, comfort, and hope with other grieving parents. Retreats are offered at multiple dates and locations throughout the year. You will be led by a team of parents, spiritual directors, clergy, and parish leaders. Learn more and register at evangelizerichmond.org/Emmaus.
Hope 4 Life Banquet: You are cordially invited to the 11th Annual Hope 4 Life Banquet on Saturday, June 7, at St. Matthew’s School, Virginia Beach. The reception begins at 6:30 p.m. and dinner begins at 7 p.m. We are honored to have Dr. John Bruchalski as our guest speaker. The banquet is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated. Kindly RSVP early to save a seat at [email protected] or 757-810-1653.
Women’s retreat: Court Redeemer’s Angels invites you to a women’s retreat called Freedom of Forgiveness, where we will help you identify areas in your life needing forgiveness and provide strategies to let go and move forward. Presented by Lisa Ranellone and Deacon Dave Reaves of St. Clare of Assisi Retreat Center. Retreat is at Church of the Redeemer, Mechanicsville, June 14, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost is $25. Register at www.redeemersangelscda.org. Questions? Email [email protected].
Catholic alternative to yoga: Experience Pietra Fitness, a one-hour class of prayer, stretching and strength building. Gentle classes for ladies are offered at the St. Clare of Assisi Retreat Center, Hampton. These classes are on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per class. Contact [email protected] if you have questions.
Pilgrimage to Mexico: Join Deacon Christopher Malone from the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Richmond, on a pilgrimage to Mexico Nov. 5-12. For $3,199, the eight-day pilgrimage includes visits to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the ancient ruins at Teotihuacan, and the site of the apparition of St. Michael the Archangel. Discover the vibrant culture of Guanajuato and Guadalajara, and the colonial beauty of Querétaro and San Miguel de Allende. Tour includes a private motorcoach, first-class hotels, round-trip airfare, and more. For more information, contact Alba Kim at 804-298-4035 or [email protected].
Pilgrimage to Rome: Join Father John Grace and Immaculate Conception, Hampton, as a “Pilgrim of Hope” to Rome, Nov. 19-27. This Jubilee Year pilgrimage includes the four major basilicas of Rome, catacombs, Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel, a day trip to Assisi, and a papal audience. For more information, contact Mark Hoggard at [email protected] or 757-826-0393, ext. 214, or visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1272403.Have a ShorTake you want to submit? Please email [email protected].