ST. JOHN'S MEN'S GROUP RETREAT

May 30 - June 1, 2024 | The St. John’s Men’s Group meets for its annual retreat at St. Dorothy’s Rest, the Episcopal camp and retreat center deep in the redwoods near Occidental, California. The retreat begins in the afternoon on Thursday, May 30 and concludes at noon on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Enjoy good discussion, good food, good fellowship and community in a tranquil environment. Rev. Skip Fotch and Rev. Chris Rankin-Williams will help guide our discussion program. There is plenty of free time for relaxation.

COST
The fee includes two nights lodging, food and soft drinks.
$275: double occupancy
$335: private room (limited availability)

PROGRAM
The retreat begins Thursday afternoon with social time and hors d'oeuvres as we arrive and start preparing the evening meal. After dinner, we will briefly introduce the weekend program. Friday morning after breakfast, we start our group discussion program. After lunch Friday, there will be free time for a group hike, reading, small group discussion, games, or just hanging out. Friday dinner is usually very special, and will be followed by an activity that is fun, spiritual, or both! Saturday morning we gather for service in a 120-year-old redwood chapel; then enjoy breakfast, clean-up and depart before noon. We encourage those who enjoy wine, or a cocktail, to bring something to share. We all participate in some way cooking, food prep, dishes etc. If you have a particular task you’d like to help with like cooking, or be involved more in the program, please let us know.
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May 30 - June 1, 2024
The St. John’s Men’s Group meets for its annual retreat at St. Dorothy’s Rest, the Episcopal camp and retreat center deep in the redwoods near Occidental, California. The retreat begins in the afternoon on Thursday, May 30 and concludes at noon on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Enjoy good discussion, good food, good fellowship and community in a tranquil environment. Rev. Skip Fotch and Rev. Chris Rankin-Williams will help guide our discussion program. There is plenty of free time for relaxation.

COST
The fee includes two nights lodging, food and soft drinks.
$275: double occupancy
$335: private room (limited availability)

PROGRAM
The retreat begins Thursday afternoon with social time and hors d'oeuvres as we arrive and start preparing the evening meal. After dinner, we will briefly introduce the weekend program. Friday morning after breakfast, we start our group discussion program. After lunch Friday, there will be free time for a group hike, reading, small group discussion, games, or just hanging out. Friday dinner is usually very special, and will be followed by an activity that is fun, spiritual, or both! Saturday morning we gather for service in a 120-year-old redwood chapel; then enjoy breakfast, clean-up and depart before noon. We encourage those who enjoy wine, or a cocktail, to bring something to share. We all participate in some way cooking, food prep, dishes etc. If you have a particular task you’d like to help with like cooking, or be involved more in the program, please let us know.