Dear Parish Friends,
As we prepare for our 75th anniversary season - please find below a list of Holy Family events. We are deeply grateful to you for listing some or all of these events in your weekly parish bulletin. Feel free to shorten the items as needed.
We would also like to remind you that Holy Family accepts reservations for its Confirmation Retreats, throughout the year. Confirmation class students and other high school youth are welcome to attend. Visit this page for more information and to register your parish group.
Please feel free to call me with any questions, 860-760-9712.
Best wishes,
Liza Peters
Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry and Retreat Promotion
2025-2026 Parish Bulletin Announcements
THEMED RETREAT:
The following bulletin is for our themed retreats - please fill in info between the < > that is relevant to YOUR PARISH and then remove the symbols.
<Enter your parish date>, Pilgrims of Hope <enter Men’s or Women’s> Retreat at Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center - Faith is a journey! Last year, just months before his passing, Pope Francis called for a jubilee year, and he announced the theme would be Pilgrims of Hope.
As “pilgrims of hope,” we must be willing to take risks, to make the effort to understand God’s call, and to grow in our faith. The pilgrim doesn’t travel aimlessly but allows God to be the North Star, leading us to discover that God is at the heart of our journey.
We invite you to join us this year at Holy Family for your annual retreat as we celebrate our 75th anniversary of ministry. Together, as part of God’s beloved creation, we can pursue that blessed goal – life with God as beloved companions and pilgrims of hope.
Visit holyfamilyretreat.org/themed-retreats for more info and to register or call us at 860.760.9705. Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center - West Hartford, CT.
OTHER PROGRAMS:
FEB 2026
Feb 13-15, Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford
Couples’ Weekend Retreat: Pilgrims of Hope
Couples are invited to come quiet their minds and nourish their spirits as they learn ways to maintain the sacred connection to God through Christ. Dynamic teaching, home-cooked meals, and uplifting music. $575 per couple (includes Valentine’s gourmet dinner for two). 860-760-9705.
Feb 14, 6 p.m., Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford
Hearts and Wine: Valentine’s Gourmet Dinner
All are welcome to join in this festive and delicious Valentine’s buffet dinner prepared by Holy Family’s uniquely talented chef. Appetizers begin at 6 p.m. $75 per person; $125 per couple. 860-760-9705.
Feb 20-22, Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford
College Weekend Retreat: Pilgrims of Hope
College students are invited to take a break from their studies and rest and reflect in a sacred space. This weekend retreat will explore the season’s theme, “In My Love, Abide,” and will offer a variety of workshops and small group discussions to strengthen faith and enhance the experience of community among college students. $125. 860-760-9705.