Courage
for the Call
In-Person Retreat
Where: Mercy Center in Auburn, CA
45 min. from Sacramento, CA airport
When: March 13-15, 2026
Friday: check-in 3-5 PM
Sunday: ends at 1 PM
Cost: TBA - registration opens soon
What is this Retreat About?
Life shifts in ways you might never have expected. Whether you find yourself wrestling with a difficult diagnosis, standing at a crossroads, or simply wondering where God is leading, you need more than a burst of optimism. You long for a courage born of trust, rooted deep in your faith, and fueled by the promise of hope.
Instead of the “bold movie-hero” image, discover a more authentic courage to sustain you through whatever you are facing at the doctor’s office, in the stressful conversations, or when you are ready to step into something new. In this retreat, we will redefine courage as the sacred meeting place of fear and trust.
Together We Will . . .
Learn how to discern between toxic worries and healthy concerns
Reflect on letting go of what holds you back from trusting God
Connect deeper with Psalm 46:10 (“Be still, and know that I am God”) as a guiding strength
Have You Wondered?
How can I truly surrender to God?
Am I capable of courageous living?
Is it too late to find a fresh purpose in my life?
Can hope emerge after loss or deep disappointment?
This retreat is designed to show you how you are more courageous than you realize. You do not have to pretend to be more or less than who you already are. As you nurture your faith from within, you can begin to experience the Divine strength that has been with you all along. That is a reason for hope.
Is this Retreat for You?
You are seeking courage for a major decision or life transition.
You struggle with the word “surrender” and what it means to trust.
You long for meaningful purpose in this season of life.
You yearn to center yourself with your faith amidst global suffering and unrest.
Whether you stand at a threshold of hope or loss, our intent with this retreat is to offer a welcoming and non-judgmental space to reflect on the Divine strength within you so you can awaken to renewed hope. We invite you to rest and experience the retreat in a way that is nurturing and honors where you are on your journey.
I thoroughly enjoyed this retreat! It came at a perfect time for me. I needed all of these good ideas and methods that I can take home and practice in my everyday life. Thank you! — Cindy F.
Retreat Facilitator
Hear more about the retreat from Christine in this short video.
Before attending one of your retreats I felt disconnected to my faith and myself. The retreat restored my passion for the church, myself, and God. I appreciated meeting women who were positive, inspiring and compassionate about saying yes to taking caring of themselves. Now I’m feeling less guilty for taking time out for myself and I’m learning to find a happy balance in my life with God. — Monica P.
What Can I Expect?
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The in-person retreats offer a balanced pacing of presentation, small and large group sharing, experiential practices, and personal time.
The sharing is never forced. You always have the option to pass.
You are welcomed wherever you are in your journey and however you want to talk about who God is for you.
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In all our retreats, we ask people to share according to our pledge agreements, which include confidentiality and no political discussions. Christine works hard to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment that encourages everyone to focus on listening rather than imposing advice.
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The intent of the retreat is to create a balanced pacing of sharing and personal time. You are always encouraged to experience the retreat the way you need to, whether that means more or less personal time. On Saturday afternoon, there will be two hours of downtime, when many enjoy a long walk or nap. Others use the time to reflect on the material from the day, read from Christine’s books to share, or color with the paper and coloring options available.
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No. You will have opportunities to share in small groups, always with the option to pass.
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Please note this is a generic schedule to give you an idea. Be sure to check the schedule of your specific retreat.
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Christine loves to give her retreats at retreat centers because they offer a quiet, welcoming, loving place to be wherever you are on your journey. The Mercy Centers at Auburn and Burlingame are known for their hospitality, good food, and beautiful outdoor grounds.
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Mercy Centers Auburn and Burlingame offer private rooms, each with towels, sheets, and a sink. There is a communal bathroom. The retreat centers sponsor the retreats, so you will want to talk to the retreat centers directly about any accessibility concerns and needs.
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Yes. The retreat centers sponsor these retreats. Go through them first with a scholarship request. If they are unable to accommodate you, please email Retreat, Reflect, Renew.
Christine’s smile, faith-filled, humble spirit, and great sense of humor about her own life struggles made everyone feel comfortable in sharing personal stories and innermost thoughts during both small and large group discussions. Everyone left the retreat feeling renewed and encouraged to continue doing God’s work! — Michele K.
We hope to see you there!