Retreat for Diocesan Lay Leaders

Diocesan lay leaders are invited to attend a retreat offered by the Rev. Callie Swanlund and the Rev. Dr. Susan Richardson, with Aaron Skrypski, Esq., M.Div (former rector’s warden and chair of the rector search committee, Christ Church Philadelphia).

Come for nourishment of your soul, leave with practices to sustain it in the midst of parish leadership, all in the winter beauty of Upper Bucks County. Cool spots like Mama Hawk’s Kitchen and Coffee or Alta’s Kitchen are nearby for grabbing lunch beforehand, and New Hope and Lambertville are great for sunset coffee or antiquing afterward.

The retreat will be held Sunday January 12, 1-4 p.m. at Trinity Buckingham, cosponsored by Trinity Buckingham and St. Philip’s New Hope. Registration is required, $20/person. Please contact [email protected] for registration and payment info. We request that participants can commit to the full time period from 1-4 p.m. for the fullest retreat experience for everyone. Thank you!

Callie Swanlund is an Episcopal priest, retreat leader, spiritual companion, and coach who helps others know their belovedness and find their Spark. Her new book, “From Weary to Wholehearted,” is a restorative resource for overcoming ministry burnout. Susan Richardson is an Episcopal priest, retreat leader, and consultant for parishes in transition. Formerly at Christ Church Philadelphia, she now works for the Princeton University Faith & Work Initiative through her interest in how God shapes us in and through the work, including volunteer work, that is such a big part of so many people’s lives.