Happy October. I hope this finds you well. Today is the Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, and a Doctor of the Church. We find in St Therese The Little Way. Saint Therese has been a part of my life since I was in 6th grade when I learned about her and she became one of my patron saints. Looking back, she has been a significant help to me in my work and my daily life so far. Here is her webpage if you want more information: https://www.littleflower.org/st-therese/
In October’s newsletter we have:
1. Our 2026 Retreat Schedule – all retreats are on our website so please register as your schedule allows. We are busy preparing materials for this retreat.
2. October 14 -Wine & The Word at 7 pm in the Main Dining Room. PLEASE RSVP by completing the online form or giving us a call at 763-682-1394.
3. Our remaining Pilgrims of Hope retreats and all our remaining 2025 retreats. Please register soon.
4. October is the month of the Rosary – Some thoughts on how to pray the rosary.
October is a busy month for everyone with going back to school and taking care of Fall chores around the house. Take some time to be with God during this time, maybe 5-10 minutes in the morning, or in the evening, giving Him thanks for the day, letting Him know your concerns and resting in His presence and peace.
We look forward to seeing you here on your next retreat, and bring a friend.
Have a very blessed month,
Anita Goth, Retreat Coordinator
September 2025 Newsletter
With heavy hearts, we announce the season of Christ the King Retreat Center is coming to an end.
To everything there is a season, such is the case with Christ the King Retreat Center. Our season here as a retreat center is coming to a close. This has been a very difficult decision as you will see in this month’s newsletter, but know that the people who have come through this center in the past 73 years are in our thoughts and prayers as we make this transition.
Also in this edition of the newsletter is our 2026 Retreat Theme and the retreat dates for 2026.
We also have information on all the remaining retreats in 2025.
At this time, the Oblates have started the process to search for entities to become guardians of this beautiful place of Dabinawa. We will continue to welcome retreatants to this quiet, sheltered place of prayer for the foreseeable future. Your prayers, as always, are welcome as we journey through this change.
In the peace of Christ the King, and Mary Immaculate,
Fr. Richard Sudlik, OMI,
Director
Special Note – October 7-9
The Women’s Midweek retreat scheduled for October 7-9 is CANCELLED.
Fr. Sudlik and Fr. Hank will be at an out-of-state meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience and ask that you register for one of the September or November women’s retreats.
Call us at 763-682-1394 if you have any questions.