New Life in Christ
What might that look like?
New Year’s Retreat
December 30, 2026 to January 1, 2027
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Begin the New Year by drawing closer to Jesus Christ and discovering the new life He offers us.
A new year gives us an opportunity to look at our lives with fresh eyes. But the Christian life is not simply about making a new beginning or becoming a better version of ourselves. It is about allowing Christ to make all things new.
Join us for a retreat as we reflect on what it means to live more fully in Christ and to allow His grace to transform our hearts, our relationships, and our daily lives.
Through four conferences, prayer, silence, and time for reflection, we will explore what a new life in Christ might look like for you.
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Behold, I make all things new.
Rev. 21:5
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Timely Messages for the New Year
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“Above all, trust in the slow work of God.”
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
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1st conference: A New Heart in Christ
What needs to change in my heart?
Jesus does not simply ask us to turn over a new leaf. He invites us to conversion, to leave behind what separates us from Him and receive the new heart He desires to give us.
2nd conference: Living in the Grace of God
Am I allowing God’s grace to transform my life?
The new life Christ offers is a life of grace. How do we recognize God’s grace, cooperate with it, and allow it to work in the ordinary circumstances of our daily lives?
3rd conference: Becoming More Like Christ
What would it look like to live more like Jesus?
The goal of the Christian life is not simply to know about Christ, but to become like Him. Through prayer, the sacraments, Scripture, and the practice of virtue, we are gradually conformed to Christ.
4th conference: Mary, Model of the New Life
Can I say yes to God as Mary did?
.Mary shows us what happens when a human heart is completely open to God. Her humble “yes” teaches us to receive Christ, follow Him faithfully, and trust God even when we cannot see where He is leading us.
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“In the evening of life, we will be judged on love.”
St. John of the Cross
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A Retreat Schedule Just for You
(subject to change)
| Wednesday, December 30, 2026 | |
| 3:00 PM | Arrive, explore the grounds, visit the chapel |
| 5:30 PM | Drop-in Reception – Lounge |
| 6:00 PM | Dinner |
| 7:30 PM | 1st Conference |
| Thursday, December 31, 2026 | |
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM | 2nd Conference |
| 10:00 AM | Private reflection or confession |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00 PM | 3rd Conference |
| 2:00 PM | Private reflection or confession |
| 6:00 PM | Dinner |
| Friday, January 1, 2027 | |
| 9:00 AM | Mass |
| 10:00 AM | Brunch |
| 11:00 AM | 4th Conference |
| 11:00 AM | Blessing and dismissal |
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“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus.”
Phil 2:5
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Exceptional Retreat Atmosphere
Indoor and outdoor reflection areas
In addition to the thoughtful meditations, there will be plenty of time to pray and reflect upon God’s plan for you. For those who prefer doing this in a sacred space, there is a beautiful chapel and several indoor and outdoor reflection places. For those who are more active, there are trails cut through our 180 acres. The more ambitious can take a short drive or a long hike to Baker Mountain Park. Added to the outdoor space are a horseshoe pit, a bonfire, and even some corn-hole boards.
Nicely appointed rooms and fine dining
The lodging rooms were fully renovated in 2015. Each room has two full-sized beds and a private bath. Our dining area has an exceptionally qualified full-time chef with a wide range of culinary expertise. The dining room has also been recently renovated. The meeting room has cathedral ceilings and spectacular views.
Grace-filled encounters
There will be several hours of Adoration for those who want to immerse themselves in the retreat. The chapel is open all night for those who want to have a more intimate encounter with the Lord. Some delight in the thought of sleeping under the same roof as the Blessed Sacrament, and many are known to make late-night visits to the chapel.
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“The farther we journey, the less we know and the more we are called to trust.”
Henri Nouwen
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Meet your Retreat Master
The retreat master is Father David Miller. Fr. Miller is passionate about sharing his love and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mother. He can name the time and place where he turned to Mary and how she changed the direction of his life. Fr. Miller is a priest of the Diocese of Charlotte and has served in various capacities in the diocese including leading numerous retreats on Mary, Men’s Spirituality, and the Domestic Church. Fr. Miller was formerly the pastor of Saint Dorothy in Lincolnton.
Registration
- Single, one person per room: $360.
- Shared room (two persons per room): $300 per person. NOTE: If you’re sharing a room, you must have selected your own roommate, and only one person will register for both.
Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be granted up to two weeks before the retreat. We will need a minimum of 15 people to host this retreat. If we don’t reach the minimum, a refund will be granted to all who have registered.