We know that as an adoptive and/or foster mom, you experience both unique blessings and challenges in your extraordinary family setting. It can sometimes feel isolating or at the very least leave you with a sense of not knowing where to turn for resources or support. Join us for an uplifting and hope-filled retreat experience where you are invited to be a part of this network of support where everyone benefits from each other’s daily experiences, lived wisdom, knowing compassion, and shared information. We will go to Mass with the Benedictine sisters, have brunch, and experience meaningful connection as we enjoy an afternoon of sharing and caring. Together we are more.

Please register by October 1. Once we have received your registration, we will send you a confirmation for the retreat. We strongly encourage you to add sophia@mountosb.org to your email contacts to ensure the delivery of emails regarding your retreat.

Mary Kay Whitacre is a 2005 graduate of Souljourners and has been on the Souljourners staff since 2005.  She has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 40 years. She has a master’s degree from Seattle University and has recently received her Doctor of Ministry from Seattle University.  Mary Kay is Associate Director of Souljourners, offers spiritual direction and supervision, and leads a variety of retreats.

Debbie Carmody is retired after 28 years in pastoral ministry at Good Shepherd Parish in Shawnee, Kansas. She has a master’s degree in Religious Education from Loyola—New Orleans.