Michigan’s Dormition Monastery site of October clergy wives’ retreat

Holy Dormition Monastery here will be the site of the 24th annual Pan-Orthodox retreat for clergy wives Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 9, 2011.

Main speaker is Elise Photini Adams, who will share her experiences as a wife, mother, and business owner dedicated to educating and supporting victims of violence, poverty, and homelessness.

The retreat also will offer liturgical services with the monastery sisterhood, fellowship, an opportunity for Confession, shopping in the bookstore, and an opportunity to meet other clergy wives.

The minimal $70.00 registration fee includes four meals, two nights’ lodging, and retreat materials.

To register, contact Matushka Jean Bass at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), or 219-926-4358.