The Diocese of New York and New Jersey of the Orthodox Church in America invites all women of the Diocese to participate in the 2026 Lenten Women’s Retreat, to be held Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29, 2026 at St. Andrew’s Camp and Retreat Center.

This year’s retreat is titled “Becoming Myrrhbearers,” inviting participants to reflect prayerfully on the witness, courage, and devotion of the Myrrhbearing Women as we journey together through the holy season of Great Lent.

The keynote speaker will be Elissa Bjeletich Davis, an Orthodox author and podcaster devoted to ministry for all ages. She writes for children and adults, contributes to curriculum projects, teaches Sunday school, and frequently speaks at women’s and family retreats. She and her husband, Chris, reside near Austin, Texas.

His Eminence, Archbishop Michael, will also be visiting during the retreat.

The retreat fee is:

• $125 for the full weekend

• $50 for Saturday only
  (All-inclusive)

Registration is available online at:
http://portal.campnetwork.com/Register/Register.php?camp_id=39769

2026 Lenten Women's Retreat Fly…

For additional information, please contact:
kristy@saintandrewscamp.org

All women of the Diocese are warmly encouraged to attend this spiritually enriching weekend of prayer, fellowship, and reflection as we prepare our hearts for Holy Pascha.