Directed Retreat Week
Directed Retreat Week
18307 Taylor Lake Rd, Holly, MI 48442, USA
January 24 - 29, 2027
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, JANUARY 24, 2027, 4:00 p.m. through
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2027, 12:00 p.m.
Accommodation rate includes 5 night stay, 14 meals and Spiritual Direction.
$695 per person (single occupancy)
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, JANUARY 29, 2027, 12:00 p.m.
Accommodation rate includes 5 night stay, 14 meals and Spiritual Direction.
$695 per person (single occupancy)
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 Rd, Holly, MI 48442, USA
Accommodation
Per Person - Single Occupancy
Spacious lodging for up to 18 guests, with a minimum stay of 6 guests. The lodge includes 9 bedrooms and 2 community-style bathrooms, one of which is ADA accessible. Each bathroom is fully private and includes a sink, toilet, and shower. The entire space is temperature-controlled with air conditioning and heat. Guests can also enjoy a common gathering space with a kitchenette.Each room has one full-size bed. One room is ADA accessible.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
