The Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) is sponsoring a Lenten Retreat March 29-30 at the Villa Maria Retreat and Conference Center in Springfield. The subject of the retreat is, “Life’s journey — Why is God so important?” Father Larry Brunette, retired from the Dioceses of Springfield in Illinois and Joliet will facilitate the retreat. 

The SDCCW Lenten retreat will feature spiritual presentations, prayer, the rosary, confession, fellowship, and the celebration of Mass. The retreat begins with registration and a light breakfast at 9 a.m. on March 29 and concludes after lunch on March 30. 

Retreat costs include meals, refreshments, retreat master, retreat materials, and the use of the facility. The cost for an overnight stay, double occupancy is $90. An overnight stay, single occupancy is $110 or for commuters it is $70. Registration is due by March 22 and payment can be made to S.D.C.C.W. Contact your parish office, your women’s group, or your deanery president for additional information and registration form or email Myrna McKee at sdccwinil@gmailcom.

The Villa Maria is located at 1903 East Lake Shore Drive in Springfield.