Directed Retreat Week
Directed Retreat Week
18307 Taylor Lake Road, Holly, MI, USA
Sep 27 - Oct 2, 2026
About this Retreat
Sr. Judith Marie Blizzard is dedicated to the Maryville ministry as coordinator of spiritual direction and programming. She also serves as one of the vocation outreach ministers for the Felician Sisters of North America. Engaged in evangelization, retreat ministry, and parish missions, she holds a bachelor's degree in education and religious studies from Felician University in Lodi, NJ and a master's degree in spirituality from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. Sr. Judith’s diverse past ministries include education, leadership, vocation ministry, formation, retreat ministry, spiritual direction, and mission leadership for Mooncrest Neighborhood Programs.
Fr. Ron Wagner recently retired after 46 years as a parish pastor in the Diocese of Saginaw. He earned a graduate certificate in Spiritual Direction from Creighton University in 2007 focusing on Ignatian Spirituality and has served nearly 20 years as a spiritual director, offering retreats for lay ministers and deacons. Formerly Vicar for Priests, he now enjoys time with family, friends and ministry at Maryville Retreat Center, while occasionally assisting his brother priests.
Deb Buczkowski is a Spiritual Director, formed and commissioned in the Diocese of Oklahoma City and is an experienced facilitator of the Ignatian Exercises. She and her husband, Joe are engaged Parishioners at St. Daniel Catholic Church in Clarkston, MI and are active in the Cursillo movement.
Details of this retreat
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 ~ 4:00 P.M. through
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026 ~ 11:00 A.M.
Accommodation rate for 5 night stay, 14 meals and Spiritual Direction:
$695 per person - call for Lodging Specifics
Join others as you deepen your faith and gain greater clarity and direction on your spiritual journey. Sister Judy, Father Ron and Deb Buczkowski will work with you to create a personalized retreat experience tailored to meet your spiritual needs. Through half-hour spiritual direction sessions, you can progress at your own pace in a silent, prayerful setting. Spend your days in prayer, rest and reflection.
Advance reservations are required; space is limited.
This retreat can be customized to meet individual needs, including adjustments to lodging and meal arrangements. Call for additional options and pricing.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026 ~ 11:00 A.M.
Accommodation rate for 5 night stay, 14 meals and Spiritual Direction:
$695 per person - call for Lodging Specifics
Join others as you deepen your faith and gain greater clarity and direction on your spiritual journey. Sister Judy, Father Ron and Deb Buczkowski will work with you to create a personalized retreat experience tailored to meet your spiritual needs. Through half-hour spiritual direction sessions, you can progress at your own pace in a silent, prayerful setting. Spend your days in prayer, rest and reflection.
Advance reservations are required; space is limited.
This retreat can be customized to meet individual needs, including adjustments to lodging and meal arrangements. Call for additional options and pricing.
Getting Here
Maryville Retreat Center, 18307 Taylor Lake Road, Holly, MI, USA
Accommodation
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Maryville Main Retreat Center has 32 private rooms each with a private bath.
Upper Level 16 rooms with 2 twin beds in each room
Lower Level 16 rooms with full bed (1 room handicap accessible)
Amenities:
Internet Access
Air Conditioning
Hair Dryer
Toiletries: Shampoo, Conditioner, Bodywash Dispensers
Hand Soap Dispenser
Desk
Lounge Chair
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Each lodge includes:
Living/Dining Area for 10-12 people
Two Community Bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Mini Fridge
St. Felix - 9 rooms with one full size bed
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Clare’s Cove is a private home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, full kitchen (with cooking & dining utensils), dining room, living space and front/back decks.
Bedroom 1: King
Bedroom 2: Double
Bedroom 3: Double
